English Makes No Sense

Ever feel like your colleagues are speaking a secret language? You know the words, but the sentences make NO sense! 🤯
In this episode of English Makes No Sense, we’re pulling back the curtain on Business English Idioms. Stop sounding like a textbook and start sounding like a pro. I’m breaking down the 5 most common office idioms used in the US—from "getting the ball rolling" to "touching base."
What you’ll learn in 10 minutes:
Why we use sports metaphors in the office (and what they actually mean!).

The "Secret Code" phrases for starting and ending meetings.

The #1 phrase to use when you need to make sure everyone understands the plan.
If you’re ready to boost your workplace confidence, hit play! And don't forget to follow the show so you don't miss Episode 2: The Phrasal Verbs that run the office. 🚀
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Why are you “sick as a dog”…
and what does it mean if someone calls you a “dirty dog”? 🐶
In this episode of English Makes NO Sense, you’ll learn 11 common English idioms and slang expressions with the word “dog”—explained in a simple, fun, and practical way for ESL learners.
These are real expressions that native speakers use every day, and understanding them will help you sound more natural, improve your listening skills, and build confidence in conversations.
🎧 In this episode, you’ll learn:
What “go to the dogs” really means
Why someone might call you a “big dog”
When to say “call off the dogs”
The meaning of “the tail wagging the dog”
And more common English slang and idioms
Each expression includes:
✔️ Clear meanings
✔️ Real-life example sentences
✔️ Easy explanations for English learners
This episode is perfect for intermediate (B1–B2) ESL learners who want to understand real spoken English, idioms, and everyday slang.
👉 Listen, repeat, and start using these expressions in your daily conversations.
Because English… makes NO sense 😏
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Do you understand English… but still feel unnatural when you speak?
In this episode of the English Makes No Sense Podcast, you’ll learn 10 common English idioms with the word “dog” that native speakers use in everyday conversations.
These expressions will help you:Speak more naturally and confidentlyUnderstand real English in movies, TV, and daily lifeImprove your vocabulary without memorizing long word lists
You’ll learn idioms like:
Dog tiredIn the doghouseBark up the wrong treeDog-eat-dogTop dog and underdog
Each phrase is explained with simple meanings, clear pronunciation, and real-life examples so you can start using them immediately.
This episode is perfect for intermediate English learners (B1–B2) who want to move from “textbook English” to real, natural English.
🎧 Listen, repeat, and practice—because understanding English is one thing… speaking it naturally is another.
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Do you ever feel invisible at work… or struggle to express confidence in English?
In this episode of the English Makes No Sense Podcast, you’ll learn 10 powerful “shadow” idioms that native speakers use every day in the workplace.
These expressions will help you:
✔ Speak more naturally in meetings
✔ Sound confident and professional
✔ Understand real workplace English
✔ Express emotions like doubt, confidence, and frustration
We cover idioms like:
live in someone’s shadow
step out of the shadows
without a shadow of a doubt
shadow of a chance
work in the shadows
…and more—with clear meanings and real workplace examples you can start using immediately.
This lesson is perfect for:
Adult ESL learners (B1–B2)Professionals working in EnglishAnyone who wants to sound more fluent and confident
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“without a shadow of a doubt”
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Are you using flashcards to learn English… but still struggling to remember words or speak confidently?
In this episode, I break down how to use flashcards the RIGHT way so you can actually improve your English pronunciation, memory, and speaking skills.
Most English learners focus on memorizing vocabulary—but that’s not enough. Real progress comes from repetition, speaking out loud, and using English in context.
If you’ve seen my videos or joined my TikTok Lives, you know I use flashcards in a completely different way—through interactive practice and word games that make learning more effective (and more fun).
In this episode, you’ll learn:
✔️ Why most learners forget English vocabulary
✔️ How to practice pronunciation with flashcards
✔️ The power of repetition (and how to do it correctly)
✔️ How to turn flashcards into simple word games
✔️ How to actually start using English in real life
If you’re an ESL learner who wants to speak English more confidently, this episode will change how you study.
🎯 Remember: It’s not about studying more… it’s about studying smarter.

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