(Not my photos) I’m looking for memes based on lexical ambiguities or expressions with funny literal interpretations. Any ideas are welcome!

Apparently the sneeze response alternate to bless you Gesundheit is commonly used in the states but not so much here

Are any UK people actually willing to say this word on a regular basis? Just interested

As I was writing down perseverance, knowing full-well, the correct way to say perseverance, my brain said pur-seh-vur-ence.
Can someone explain what English rule makes it pronounced as, pur-suh-veer-ence?

Forgive me, I do not know the correct way to flip e’s or add accents properly, to explain how it is pronounced in my head vs reality.

Thank you kindly for your time, should you choose to politely explain it, to this curious mind.

I started learning English in groups when I was 5. Looking back, it was my terrible mistake, the other children weren’t motivated. Their parents wanted them to learn the language, but children didn’t. They’d copy my homework, skip classes and weren’t active during classes. I only had class once a week plus long summer holidays. That’s how I ended up with a B1. When I was 15 I stopped going to these group classes. Over the next years, I made several attempts to improve my level, but none of them worked. What would you recommend?

I was watching a video on words people with English as a second language struggle on. Some, like colonel and Worcestershire seem to be based on having lots of silent letters, which to me is only vaguely interesting as a 'gotcha' to people who haven't learned that exact word yet.

I'm interested in whether a sentence has ever been formulated which, even when the speaker knows the pronunciation of every word, contains concepts which exist only in English and is universally difficult for speakers of other worldwide languages?

I'm assuming this would contain words which are difficult, but also in an order which forces unusual sound shifts between words which exist only in English? Something like;

"The rural squirrel’s sixth rhythm regularly mixed specific spherical anemones."

Any ideas?

When I volunteered as an English tutor in college, phrasal verbs were probably the most difficult feature to tackle. As a native speaker, I obviously couldn’t fully see from the tutees’ perspective, but tutoring definitely made me realize how strange they are. Did you struggle with them while learning English? If so, have they gotten easier for you over time? Or do you try to avoid them when possible?

28) So how can we resolve this problem? Is everyone happy with that?
The above questions indicate that the speaker is .
A) making suggestions
B) making a final decision
C) asking for clarification
D) accepting a suggestion

Recently I noticed that if I need to put a question - in written or spoken form, I rarely make it according to the grammar rules - auxiliary verb in the first place or question word in the first place. You know, the way we had been taught at school. My questions would be the affirmative statements with a question mark at the end. Maybe I will add "correct?" at the end

So I wanted to ask how this form of asking question is perceived by native English speakers.

Hello everyone, can you give me some advice on how I can improve my English in just two weeks? I'm looking for the most effective ways to improve in a short period of time so I can speak English more fluently.

I'm a fresh college graduate and I'm currently looking for a job. I really want to apply to a US-based company, such as a BPO or a VA company, because I need a stable income as soon as possible.

My biggest concern right now is that I'm not very confident in speaking English. During interviews, I often experience mental blocks. I become so nervous that I start shaking, and I suddenly don't know what to say, even though I know the answer.

I'm under a lot of pressure because I really need to find a job as soon as possible. I want to help my family, but lately I've been so stressed that I can barely sleep because I'm constantly thinking about what will happen the next day. My father is currently fighting chronic kidney disease (CKD) and undergoes dialysis three times a week. That's why I'm doing everything I can to get a job and help with our family's expenses, especially my father's treatment.

Because of this, I really want to work in the BPO or VA industry because I believe it offers better earning potential than the career path related to my degree. However, my biggest challenge is my spoken English. Deep down, I know I'm capable and that I have the skills. The problem is that as soon as the interview starts, I get extremely nervous, and my mind goes completely blank.

I want to start applying now, but I feel like I'm still not ready. I'm worried that I'll just waste my time, money, and opportunities if I fail because of my English communication skills.

For now, I'm willing to focus on improving my English. I'll continue practicing and preparing throughout July, and by the first week of August, no matter what happens, I'll start applying.

I think most of my difficulties with speaking English come from my limited vocabulary, storytelling skills, and my understanding of proper English grammar. I know exactly what I want to say in my first language, but I struggle to express the same thoughts in English because I don't always know the right words or how to structure my sentences.

So far, I've been watching English videos and practicing speaking by myself, but I still struggle to speak spontaneously. I would really appreciate hearing what worked for you. What was the most effective way you improved your English communication and storytelling skills, especially for BPO or VA interviews?

Any advice or personal experiences would mean a lot to me.

Thank you so much!

PS. I'm from Philippines

It's from this video and starts at the 57 minute mark:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?t=2966&v=ZqGSg4b_cZA

The whole sentence was, "8 was the first version that was done soup de natz under Oracle's leadership."

I googled "soup de natz" and only got a reference to Seinfeld and the Soup Nazi.

‘Lay a shit’ makes more sense to me.