English Makes No Sense

Want to sound more natural and confident in English at work?
In this lesson, you’ll learn 8 casual Business English sayings that native speakers use every day:
✔ In a nutshell
✔ Touch base
✔ In the weeds
✔ 86 something
✔ To be honest
✔ I’m swamped
✔ On the same page
✔ Back to the drawing board
These expressions will help you understand conversations, speak more naturally, and feel more confident in meetings and workplace situations.
🎧 This is Episode 3 of the 4-Part Business English Series
Which phrase do you hear the most at work?
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Want to sound more natural and confident at work in English?
In this video, you’ll learn 8 essential Business English phrasal verbs that native speakers use every day in meetings, emails, and conversations:
✔ Step up
✔ Build up
✔ Set up
✔ Follow up
✔ Fill in
✔ Look into
✔ Branch out
✔ Kick off
These phrases will help you communicate clearly and professionally at work.
🎧 This is Episode 2 of our 4-Part Business English Series
👇 Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
01:10 Step up
02:10 Build up
03:10 Set up
04:00 Follow up
05:00 Fill in
06:00 Look into
07:00 Branch out
08:00 Kick off
💬 Comment below: Which phrasal verb will you use this week?
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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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