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Join my Private Community: https://www.englishwiththiago.com/community Get my pronunciation course: https://www.englishwiththiago.com/course-pre-sale 50 Phrasal Verbs & Idioms (FREE eBook): https://www.englishwiththiago.com/spice-up-ebook Get 50% off of ELSA premium membership for one year: https://www.elsaspeak.com/inf/englishwiththiagopremium Download ELSA and get 7 days membership for free: https://bit.ly/ENGLISHWITHTHIAGOXELSA Summary In this conversation, Thiago Alencar reacts to an interview with Keanu Reeves and analyzes his English language usage. Keanu Reeves discusses various topics, including his personal preferences. Thiago also points out the use of passive voice, pronunciation of words, and highlights Keanu's likability and relaxed demeanor throughout the interview. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 00:30 Getting to know Keanu Reeves 03:58 What is the best sandwich? 07:24 What's one thing you own you should throw out? 09:37 What is the scariest animal? 09:58 Apples or oranges? 10:06 Have you ever asked someone for their autograph? 15:44 What do you think happens when we die? 16:51 Favorite action movie? 17:50 Window or aisle? 18:44 Favorite smell? 20:08 Cats or dogs? 20:15 One song 20:55 Your life in five words 21:54 Impressions and conclusion Follow me on YouTube:

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Join my Private Community: https://www.englishwiththiago.com/community Get my pronunciation course: https://www.englishwiththiago.com/course-pre-sale 50 Phrasal Verbs & Idioms (FREE eBook): https://www.englishwiththiago.com/spice-up-ebook Get 50% off of ELSA premium membership for one year: https://www.elsaspeak.com/inf/englishwiththiagopremium Download ELSA and get 7 days membership for free: https://bit.ly/ENGLISHWITHTHIAGOXELSA Native vs Non-Native English Teachers: Which one is better? This episode discusses the pros and cons of having a native English teacher versus a non-native English teacher. The pros of having a native English teacher include authentic pronunciation and intonation, cultural insight, and confidence boost. The cons include assumptions about proficiency level and lack of formal training. The pros of having a non-native English teacher include relatable experience, strong grammar knowledge, and empathy. The cons include accent variation, less exposure to idioms and slang, and learner perception. The key takeaway is to go beyond the native/non-native distinction and consider factors such as the teacher's language learning success, passion for teaching, ability to explain clearly, and whether their English is inspiring to you. Chapters 00:00 Introduction: Native vs. Non-Native English Teachers 01:26 Pros of Having a Native English Teacher 03:48 Cultural Insight and Confidence Boost 06:36 Cons of Having a Native English Teacher 12:18 Pros of Having a Non-Native English Teacher 15:10 Grammar Focus and Empathy 18:06 Cons of Having a Non-Native English Teacher 20:31 Looking Beyond the Native/Non-Native Distinction 21:01 Choosing a Teacher Based on Teaching Skills and Personal Fit 25:17 The Importance of Finding an Inspiring English Teacher Follow My YouTube Channel:

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The myth that you have to be a Shakespeare-level expert to speak good English is debunked. B2 level is considered good English, as it allows for understanding complex texts, discussing a wide range of topics, and expressing oneself with good fluency. Good English speakers have clarity, use words and grammar correctly enough for their message to be understood, and have confidence and active listening skills. While B2 level is enough for most everyday situations, reaching higher levels like C1 and C2 brings benefits such as more nuanced expression, career advantages, and personal growth. It is important to keep practicing and aim for higher levels for the right reasons, out of curiosity and passion for the language.

Chapters

00:00 Debunking the Myth: You Don't Need to Be a Shakespeare Expert to Speak Good English

02:24 B2 Level: The Sweet Spot of Good English

03:25 Characteristics of Good English Speakers: Clarity, Confidence, and Active Listening

06:16 The Benefits of Reaching Higher Levels: Nuanced Expression, Career Advantages, and Personal Growth

10:09 Keep Practicing and Aim Higher: The Journey of Continuous Improvement in English

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In this episode, Thiago shares some of the most beautiful words in the English language. He defines each word and provides examples of how they can be used. The words include serendipity, idyllic, quintessential, ubiquitous, oblivious and many more!

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Overview

02:49 Idyllic: Finding Peace and Beauty

04:56 Oblivious: Not Aware of Surroundings

07:21 Candid: Truthful and Straightforward

08:45 Tenacious: Never Giving Up

09:13 Affable: Friendly and Easy to Talk to

09:41 Lavish: Rich and Luxurious

11:10 Gratuitous: Uncalled For

12:40 Kindred: Similar and Related

13:09 Conclusion and Closing Remarks

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In this episode, Thiago discusses the most challenging aspects of learning English for non-native speakers. He covers vocabulary, phrasal verbs, idioms, listening skills, speaking and pronunciation, grammar, and psychological challenges. Thiago provides tips and strategies to overcome these challenges, such as learning vocabulary in context, focusing on the situations in which phrasal verbs are used, and practicing listening in noisy environments. He also emphasizes the importance of reading extensively and developing the habit of writing to improve grammar. Overall, Thiago encourages learners to persevere and not give up on their English learning journey.

Chapters

00:00 Mastering English Vocabulary

08:37 Cracking the Code of Phrasal Verbs

11:18 Decoding Idioms

19:33 Improving Listening Skills

25:17 Speaking and Pronunciation Challenges

32:19 Navigating Grammar

38:04 The Power of Reading and Writing

39:29 Overcoming Psychological Challenges

39:58 Perseverance in English Learning

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In this episode, Thiago shares his story of how he got his first job fully in English, highlighting the importance of strategic career decisions and the value of stepping stones. He discusses his English learning journey, starting with studying grammar books and course materials, and then gaining speaking practice while working at a drugstore. He explains how he found a job at a call center through a newspaper ad and went through the selection process. Thiago describes the challenges and positive aspects of the job, including speaking and listening practice, boosting his resume, and the transition to becoming an English teacher.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

01:24 Getting the First Job Fully in English

06:36 The Desire to Speak English Every Day for Work

10:26 Finding the Job through a Newspaper Ad

15:04 Working at a Call Center for an American Company

20:20 The Challenges and Benefits of the Job

24:34 The Value of Stepping Stones in Your Career

25:03 Conclusion

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English pronunciation can be quite tricky sometimes. Some words have weird spellings and you don’t know exactly how to pronounce them. Other words are pronounced completely differently from how they are spelled. And, let’s be honest, some words are just plain hard to pronounce. In this video, I’m going to teach you the correct pronunciation of 10 tricky English words.

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In this episode, Thiago discusses the concept of a growth mindset and how it can benefit English learners. He reads an article from Forbes that highlights the advantages of a growth mindset and provides tips for transitioning from a fixed mindset to a growth mindset. Thiago emphasizes the importance of embracing imperfections, viewing challenges as opportunities, and learning from failures. He also encourages learners to try different learning tactics, reward actions instead of traits, cultivate grit, and take risks. Overall, developing a growth mindset can accelerate both language learning and personal development.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

02:24 The Importance of a Growth Mindset

05:19 Believing in the Potential for Development

09:05 Transitioning from a Fixed to Growth Mindset

12:51 Cultivating Grit and Taking Risks

14:12 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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In this grammar lesson, Thiago discusses the zero conditional and the first conditional in English. The zero conditional is used to express general truths and scientific facts, while the first conditional is used to talk about possibilities and likely situations in the future. Thiago explains the structure and usage of both conditionals, including alternative words that can be used instead of 'if'. He also highlights the difference in certainty between the two conditionals, with the zero conditional expressing more certainty than the first conditional.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Overview

02:23 The Zero Conditional

07:43 The First Conditional

09:41 Alternative Words for 'If'

12:55 The Difference in Certainty

13:54 Comparing the Zero and First Conditionals

14:24 Conclusion

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In this episode, Thiago shares his journey to becoming a more confident English speaker and provides tips on how listeners can increase their confidence. He emphasizes the importance of taking action, finding evidence of one's speaking abilities, and actively seeking opportunities to practice English. Thiago also discusses the significance of having a growth mindset, asking for feedback, and studying English pronunciation. By focusing on personal development and continuously improving their language skills, learners can build confidence in speaking English.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

01:55 Thiago's Journey to Confidence

06:18 Understanding Confidence and Mindset

09:42 Personal Development and Confidence

13:43 Dealing with Imposter Syndrome

16:33 Taking Action and Overcoming Insecurity

20:54 Finding Evidence of Speaking Abilities

25:43 Asking for Feedback and Job Opportunities

30:24 The Importance of Pronunciation

37:08 Improving English Skills for Confidence

38:31 Conclusion

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