How to TALK about NEW YEAR in English | Wishes, resolutions, Goals and Traditions over the world
We are going to learn how to talk about the New Year through wishes, resolutions, goals and New Year’s traditions from the UK, USA, and Beyond. Are you ready to learn how to talk about the New Year and its resolutions in English?” We teach you the essential vocabulary to describe your New Year's Resolutions and turn simple wishes into concrete plans. Whether you want to set specific goals for the New Year or simply understand global traditions, mastering the language of New Year's Resolutions is the best way to start the new year. In this episode Ryan and Thomas are back to help you stick to your plans! We discuss why 80% of resolutions fail and how changing your grammar (from "wishing" to "planning") can change your mindset. Plus, we battle it out over the best New Year's Eve traditions: from the Times Square Ball Drop to the Scottish "First Footing. We also take a world tour to discover crazy traditions to attract luck, including eating 12 grapes in Spain, smashing plates in Denmark, and running with suitcases in Latin America! 🍇🧳 What you will learn today: -Mindset: The difference between "Wish/Hope" and "Resolution/Goal". -Grammar: How to correctly use "Will" vs. "Going to" for future plans. -Culture: Crazy New Year's superstitions from around the world. -Vocabulary: Idioms like "clean slate" and phrasal verbs like "give up" vs. "take up". 00:00 Introduction: New Year, New Me? 02:22 Vocabulary: Wish vs. Hope & Resolution vs. Goal 04:25 Roleplay 1: The Coffee Shop (Spot the difference) 06:33 USA vs. UK Traditions: Times Square vs. Hogmanay 09:36 Grammar Spot: Future Forms (Will vs. Going to) 10:55 Roleplay 2: The New Year's Party 12:20 Social challenge 13:40 Weird Traditions: Spain, Denmark, Asia, India & Latin America 17:35 Goodbye 🔔 Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE for more lessons to help you reach B2 Level and beyond! 👉 Go to the comments section and join our challenge. #NewYearsResolutions #LearnEnglish #EnglishPodcast #EnglishGoals #B1English #B2English #EnglishGrammar #WillVsGoingTo #EnglishTraditions This channel is made for everyone who wants to learn English, from Basic English for beginners to advanced learners who dream of speaking with a native-like English accent. Whether you’re starting your English journey or aiming for fluency, you’ll find lessons that fit your level perfectly. Each episode of the Learn Speak English Podcast is recorded at a slow and clear speed that adapts to your level — beginner, intermediate, or advanced. You’ll enjoy English conversation for beginners, English speaking practice, English listening practice, and real-life English conversations that help you build confidence and sound more natural. We focus on daily English practice, English vocabulary for beginners, and English fluency through fun and useful topics. Our goal is to help you speak English fluently, improve your English listening, and communicate confidently in any situation. Learn practical English for work, travel, and everyday life — because this is English for all. Whether you need English for work, English for travel, or just want to master English conversation practice, our episodes will guide you step by step. Join us to learn English online and learn English free with easy-to-follow podcast lessons designed for your level, goals, and lifestyle. Start today with Learn Speak English Podcast — your daily guide to speak English fluently and naturally!
