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AEE 2521: That's Terrible! How Passionate People Articulate Negative Things

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AEE 2521: That's Terrible! How Passionate People Articulate Negative Things

All Ears English Podcast

3 DAYS AGO
All Ears English Podcast

All Ears English Podcast

3 DAYS AGO
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Expressing negativity in English goes beyond simple words like 'bad'—it's about choosing the right shade of emotion to truly convey how you feel. This episode dives into the subtle power of strong negative adjectives and how they shape authentic conversations.
05:55
'The terrible twos' refers to a challenging phase in early childhood development.
12:30
'Horrifying' can describe shockingly high prices, not just frightening scenes.
16:08
Using synonymous adjectives helps connect more deeply in conversations with native speakers.
18:34
Language is about connection, not perfection.

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How Do You Really Say 'This Is Bad' Without Saying 'Bad'?
00:00
When 'Terrible' Isn’t Just About Taste—It’s a Feeling
05:55
Are 'Horrible' and 'Terrible' Actually the Same Thing?
10:59
What Makes Something 'Horrifying' or 'Appalling' in Real Life?
13:39
Why Word Choice Connects You More Than Perfection
18:34

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Lindsay McMahon: This is an All Ears English podcast episode 2521. That's terrible. How passionate people articulate negative things. Welcome to the All Ears English podcast, downloaded more than 200 million times. Are you feeling stuck with your English? ...