When Luke’s daughter loses something important, he goes on a mission through Paris to get it back.

Level:  Advanced

Accent: United Kingdom (London)

5 words and expressions in today's story:

- TO NOT FIT IN: When you don't feel like you belong or are accepted in a specific group or situation. Examples: "I felt like I didn't fit in at the new job because I didn't know anyone there." or "In a foreign country, it's common to not fit in at first due to language and cultural differences."

- TO PUNCH SOMETHING OR SOMEONE: A strong hit made with a closed fist, often used in sports or as a sign of aggression. Examples: "In boxing, a well-placed punch can knock out an opponent." or "She gave a light punch on the shoulder to get her friend's attention."

- TO BE SEEDY OR DODGY: A part of town that is considered run-down, disreputable, or unsafe, often due to crime or lack of cleanliness. Examples: "The seedy part of town had a lot of abandoned buildings and a high crime rate." or "Walking through dodgy neighborhoods at night can be risky due to safety concerns."

- TO TURN UP SOMEWHERE: To arrive or appear at a specific place or event. Examples: "I'll turn up at the restaurant around 7:00 PM for our reservation." or "Despite the rain, many people turned up for the outdoor concert."

- TO BE FAST ASLEEP: Being in a deep sleep, often used to describe someone who is sleeping soundly and not easily awakened. Examples: "After a long day at work, she was fast asleep within minutes of getting into bed." or "The baby was fast asleep, and nothing could wake her up during her nap."

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Other links from this episode:

- Find out more about Luke at ⁠Teacherluke.co.uk⁠

- Listen to The Superpower of Starting English Early with Kids (with Bree Aesie) on Luke’s English Podcast  

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Date de publication : 17/10/2023 à 07:27:47