One of the biggest secrets to sounding natural in English is something called the schwa sound. It’s the most common sound in American English, and it’s a huge reason why native speakers sound so smooth and relaxed when they talk. The schwa sounds like uh - not strong or clear, just soft and lazy: uh. We use it in many unstressed syllables and small words: Like the vowel sounds in umbrella, the a in what [whut], the i in anima [AN-uh-muhl] and the a in  Sofa  [SO-fuh].  Visit my website for over 3,000 free English lessons: https://www.myhappyenglish.com/

In today’s Saturday Short, Michael talks about one of the newest slang expressions to hit the English language — “6-7.” You’ll learn where this Gen Z phrase came from, how people use it online, and why it’s more about vibe than grammar. It’s short, fun, and a perfect look at how English keeps evolving. So, what does “6-7” really mean? Let’s find out together! Visit my website for over 3,000 free English lessons: https://www.myhappyenglish.com/

Hey there! It’s Michael here - and welcome back to another Happy English, Phrasal Verb Friday. I’m here every Friday with a quick, one-point English lesson to help you learn a new phrasal verb and sound more natural when you speak. Today’s phrasal verb is zone out.  When you zone out, it means your mind starts to wander and you stop paying attention - especially when you’re tired, bored, or distracted. Basically, your body’s there, but your brain takes a little break. - Like the other day, I was in a long meeting, and about halfway through, I totally zoned out. - Or my friend Olivia said she was watching a movie, but she zoned out and missed the ending. - And when I ride the train home at night, sometimes I just zone out and stare out the window. It’s kind of relaxing, actually. Here’s a pronunciation tip: zone out - zohn-out. The N connects smoothly with out, like zoh-nout. So how about you? When do you usually zone out - at work, in class, or maybe when someone’s talking too long? Leave a comment, and don’t forget to follow or subscribe so you don’t miss the next Happy English Podcast and next week’s Phrasal Verb Friday. Thanks for listening - and until next time, keep learning and keep it cool. Join my Podcast Learner's Study Group here: https://www.myhappyenglish.com/plsg Visit my website for over 3,000 free English lessons: https://www.myhappyenglish.com/ My AI English Tutor is https://chatgpt.com/g/g-687344c0706c819184e8bda28d7582d9-ask-michael-your-english-teacher 

Boo! Did I scare you? I hope not. Halloween is literally right around the corner, and depending on where you live that may or may not have any particular meaning for you. But in the USA? Well, let’s go trick or treating... Thanks for tuning in. And hey, Happy Halloween! 🎃👻 If you’re listening to this on October 31st - or even a day or two later - I hope you’re feeling the spooky season vibes. Two weeks ago, we kicked off our Halloween series with some scary vocabulary. And today, we’re keeping the Halloween spirit alive with something a little different - a look at how Halloween is really celebrated here in the USA. Join my Podcast Learner's Study Group here: https://www.myhappyenglish.com/plsg Visit my website for over 3,000 free English lessons: https://www.myhappyenglish.com/ My AI English Tutor is https://chatgpt.com/g/g-687344c0706c819184e8bda28d7582d9-ask-michael-your-english-teacher 

“Are we there yet?” That’s a question you’ve probably heard - or maybe even asked - especially if you’ve ever taken a road trip with kids:  “Are we there yet?” “Not just yet!”  Yet is just a three-letter word, but it’s packed with meaning. It helps you talk about time, expectations, contrast, and even emphasis. And once you learn how to use yet naturally, your English is going to sound a whole lot more fluent. So today, let’s look at four of the most common ways we use yet - and I’ll show you how this tiny word makes a big impact in everyday conversation.  Join my Podcast Learner's Study Group here: https://www.myhappyenglish.com/plsg Visit my website for over 3,000 free English lessons: https://www.myhappyenglish.com/ My AI English Tutor is https://chatgpt.com/g/g-687344c0706c819184e8bda28d7582d9-ask-michael-your-english-teacher 

Let me ask you something - have you ever noticed how often people say get in English?  I mean seriously - we get tired, we get pizza, we get better, we get going, we get caught in the rain, and we get used to the cold. Well, some of us.  Get is one of the most flexible and common verbs in English - and native speakers use it all the time in conversation. So today, let’s get into it… and take a look at five of the most useful ways we use get in natural, everyday English. Join my Podcast Learner's Study Group here: https://www.myhappyenglish.com/plsg Visit my website for over 3,000 free English lessons: https://www.myhappyenglish.com/ My AI English Tutor is https://chatgpt.com/g/g-687344c0706c819184e8bda28d7582d9-ask-michael-your-english-teacher 

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