ESL Podcast 911 - Correcting and Explaining in Conversation
to relax - to become calmer and less stressed, less worried, and less anxious
Jesse says that running helps him relax, but I prefer a hot bath.
what I mean is - a phrase used when one's words have been unclear or misunderstood and one wants to try to express one's ideas again in a different way
I don't like that idea. What I mean is, I don't think that proposal is our best option.
R and R - rest and relaxation
A cruise ship offers a great opportunity for R and R. We'll just eat, sleep, and play while other people cook and clean for us.
worn out - very tired, both physically and mentally, without any more energy
Working three jobs for the past few weeks has left Harold feeling worn out.
what I'm trying to say is - a phrase used when one's words have been unclear or misunderstood and one wants to try to express one's ideas again in a different way
That dress looks awful on you! No, what I'm trying to say is that I don't think orange is the best color for you.
leisure - free time; time spent doing what one enjoys, not work or chores
What activities do you enjoy doing in your leisure time?
downtime - time that is open and unscheduled, when one does not have any responsibilities and one can relax
If you have any downtime during the day, please try to read my manuscript.
to recuperate - to recover; to return to an earlier, improved state or condition
It took Warren months to fully recover from his surgery.
to regenerate - to become renewed and revived, especially repairing broken or old parts of a living being
Starfish are amazing! Did you know they can regenerate lost arms?
to rephrase - to express an idea in a different way, especially if the first time one tried to express it the words were unclear or misunderstood
Good public speakers always rephrase the questions they receive from audience members to make sure they understand what is being asked.
to put (something) another way - to express something in different words, especially if the first time one tried to express it the words were unclear or misunderstood
I thought our materials were pretty clear, but I guess we need to put the message another way if people aren't able to understand the main idea.
imperative - extremely important, necessary, and required
It is imperative that we meet the deadline, or none of us will have a job anymore.
to be left out - to not be included in an activity or discussion; to be excluded
Stafford was really upset to learn that he had been left out of the decision- making process.
to go out with (someone) - to go on a date with someone to see if both people have interest in a romantic relationship
Alicia is going out with Eric tonight. Do you think she should get dressed up, or just wear jeans?
to catch (one's) drift - to understand the main idea of what someone else is saying, even if the details are unclear
We should give Paolo and his girlfriend some time alone, if you catch my drift.