Catch Word #282 – Makes my skin crawl

Culips Everyday English Podcast

In this Catch Word episode, Andrew and Indiana teach you two useful English idioms: “can’t stomach something” and “makes my skin crawl.” These expressions are perfect for describing strong negative reactions, like disgust or fear. Together, Andrew and Indiana break down the meanings of these idioms, share real-life examples, and discuss how to use these expressions in a wide variety of situations.

How this episode will improve your English:

• Vocabulary: Learn useful expressions like “gory,” “to scurry,” and “creeped out” to use in everyday English.
• Listening: Understand common English idioms that you will hear in everyday situations.
• Speaking: Build confidence by joining small-group English classes to discuss topics from this episode and practice these idioms.
• Culture: Discover which situations these expressions are appropriate for and when they might sound too strong or rude.
• Fluency: Spending time with real English will help you understand how the language works and train your brain to think in English.

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