Steffie | English Teacher

Glad it's not just me cause I was really wondering.

YouTube video by Chasing K-Dramas Queen of Tears Episode 1 | Chasing K-Dramas with Dulcé Sloan & Chrissy Choi

But for those who did enjoy the series, the podcast “Chasing K-Dramas” with Dulcé Sloan and Chrissy Choi offers an excellent deep dive. Great for natural English listening practice, plus insight into the series, Korean language, and culture.

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A promo Queen of Tears poster featuring Kim Soo-hyun (left) and Kim Ji-won (right)

Despite being the best Netflix K-drama of 2024, I found it long and drawn out — especially after episode 8. The actors were great (🩶 Kim Ji-won & Kim Soo-hyun), but the plot was lukewarm at best. Even the climax was meh and evoked zero emotion from me — and I’m a very emotional person!

YouTube video by JOB, JORIS & MARIEKE A Single Life - Oscar Nominated Animated Short

One of my absolute favourite short films. There’s no dialogue, but the soundtrack acts as the narrator. Films like this are great for practising your descriptive and storytelling skills.

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So true 🙃

The same goes for other -ize/-ise verbs like organize/organise, recognize/recognise, etc.

Note: There will always be exceptions to this rule.

✅ Apologize 🇺🇲 USA
✅ Apologise 🇬🇧🇦🇺🇯🇲 UK/Australia & commonwealth countries like Jamaica

Same meaning & pronunciation

YouTube video by Netflix The Mind, Explained | Trailer | Netflix

Docu-series (or documentaries) aren’t great for learning conversational English, but they’re great for building vocabulary, practicing pronunciation, and getting used to different accents.
"The Mind, Explained" is a great pick — episodes are just 20 mins.

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YouTube video by Netflix LOVE DEATH + ROBOTS | Official Trailer | Netflix

For Netflix shows, I'm currently working on Love, Death & Robots (season 1). Have you watched any of the short films? So good 🖤💀🤖

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I don’t create in a straight line (chronological order). I follow curiosity, work in layers, and move between projects until one’s ready to share. It keeps things fresh 🍊 and fun💃🏾🎉

YouTube video by WillowSmithVEVO WILLOW - b i g f e e l i n g s (Official Visualizer)

Really into Willow’s music lately. Her voice is like an instrument, and her songs go way beyond the “instant hit” formula. Currently working on a lesson for “b i g f e e l i n g s” — simple on the surface, but full of emotion and depth.

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If you're ready to understand real English — not just textbook speak — stick with me.
I got some dope lessons coming your way soon 😎

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Let’s fix that!
Here are some slang synonyms for fresh:
👉🏾 dope = really cool
👉🏾 fire = amazing
👉🏾 sick = super impressive
👉🏾 next-level = a big upgrade

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That’s why even advanced learners struggle when watching shows, or chatting with natives.
It’s not your fault — you just weren’t taught informal English.

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Fresh in slang = new, exciting, cool, creative.
It’s everywhere — movies, music, TV, chats.
But most learners miss it because it's not in the curriculum.

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Let's look at the word "fresh". In a textbook, it’s usually used to describe fruit or vegetables and means recently picked or not spoiled.
But in real convos, fresh can mean something totally different…

Textbooks teach grammar, sure — but real conversations? Not so much.
Ever notice how "perfect" their English sounds? Real people don’t speak like that all the time. 🧵 1/6

Hey Bluesky!!! I’ve been teaching English online since 2016, and I’m excited to share some FRESH 🍊 (new & exciting) lessons and materials I’ve been creating. Ready to say bye-bye to subtitles and hello to speaking English with confidence? Let's go!