English

Vocabulary Word : "Mesmerize"

Blabbinit.com — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 01:41:27 -0500

mes·mer·ize [mez-muh-rahyz]
–verb (used with object),-ized, -iz·ing.
1. to hypnotize.
2. to spellbind; fascinate.
3. to compel by fascination.
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Spanish: cautivar, hipnotizar
Italian: ipnotizzare
French: hypnotiser
German: faszinieren
Russian: гипнотизи́ровать, за-.
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Example: You mesmerize the baby when you play the piano.

Poll Results

Blabbinit.com — Tue, 11 May 2010 20:10:55 -0500

Thank you all for your participation in our poll.

The results for What is the SECOND largest English speaking country in the world are:

Nigeria: 3% (8 votes)

United Kingdom: 34% (85 votes)

Australia: 19% (47 votes)

India: 26% (65 votes)

Canada: 19% (47 votes)

Believe it or not, India is the second largest English speaking country in the world. It will probably beat the United States with its growing population in the next recorded census. Most of the people in India that speak English have learned it as their second language.

English Idiom

Blabbinit.com — Tue, 11 May 2010 11:05:04 -0500

"The early bird catches the worm."

Meaning: The person who arrives first will most likely be the one who succeeds or gets what they want.

Example:

Billy: I want to sit in the front seat of the car.

Joey: No, I got here first.

Mom: Joey got to the car first so he gets to sit in the front.....the early bird catches the worm!!

English Phrases and Idioms

Missy — Wed, 09 Dec 2009 11:13:40 -0600

- "Back to square one"
meaning: to start all over again
Example: Well, that science experiment was a failure, back to square one to try to find another solution.

-"Whatever floats your boat"
meaning: whatever it is that makes you happy
Example: Charlie loves skiing, but I hate the snow. Oh well, whatever floats his boat is fine with me!

-"It's like finding a needle in a haystack"
meaning: it will be impossible to find
Example: I had to find my book in my brother's room but since it was so messy it was like finding a needle in a haystack.

Idiom - "Keep an Eye on"

Missy — Sun, 18 Oct 2009 22:55:09 -0500

"Keep an Eye on"

Definition - to keep close watch on, to look after carefully

Examples:

I have to run to my car, can you keep an eye on little Jimmy for me until I get back?

I think I left my wallet in the house, can you keep an eye on my bicycle for a few minutes?

What is a Phrasal Verb?

Missy — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 22:21:18 -0500

A phrasal verb is either:

* a verb and a preposition
* a verb and an adverb
* a verb, an adverb, and a preposition

Phrasal verbs are often used in informal speech, between family and/or friends. They are used very commonly in the English language.

The best thing to do is to memorize them. It isn't necessary to know all of the phrasal verbs to be able to have a conversation. You can use other verbs to communicate the same information. Although, it is important to at least commit them to memory so that when you hear them, you will understand what the person is saying.

Some Phrasal Verbs that Use "Out"

Missy — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 19:10:23 -0500

1) "check out" meaning: to look at or to try something.
Example sentences:
You have to check out my artwork and tell me what you think.
There is this awesome Chinese food restaurant that I went to last night, you've got to check it out.

2) "fill out" meaning: to complete missing information on a form.
Example sentence:
Please fill out your insurance information on this form and send it back to our office.

3)"turn out" meaning: the end result of something.
Example sentences:
I hope this cake turns out well since I am making it for my mom's birthday.
Don't worry, your business will turn out to be a success.

4) "go out" meaning: to leave a place.
Example sentence:
I think I will go out and buy some food for everyone.

5) "cop out" meaning: to fail to fulfill an obligation.
Example sentence:
Steven copped out and didn't show up to watch the kids when Linda had to go to work.

English Idiom

Missy — Fri, 21 Aug 2009 17:55:03 -0500

"A Slap on the Wrist"

Meaning- a slight, small punishment

Example- He should be in jail right now but the judge only gave him a slap on the wrist.

American English Slang from the 90's

Missy — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 08:08:07 -0500

Slang is constantly changing and it is hard to keep up with.
Here are some of the slang that was used in the 90's. If you want to sound a little old school then you might want to learn some of these.

* Ai'ight - a unique way of saying "alright" or "okay".
Example - Ai'ight, I will meet you at your house at 9.

* All that an a bag of chips - a way of saying that the person is the best, and even better than that.
Example - Lauren has such an ego, she really thinks she is all that and a bag of chips.

* It's all good - don't worry, everything is okay.
Example - I know you owe me twenty dollars, but it's all good, you don't have to pay me back.

* Lay off - Stop it.
Example - Would you just lay off and stop yelling at her?

* Straight Edge - refers to a person who is very good and doesn't smoke or drink or do drugs.
Example: Man! Charles is such a straight edge! He won't even come and party with us!

English Idiom "back on your feet"

Missy — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 19:36:10 -0500

"back on your feet"
meaning - back to a good financial status

Example: I am so happy that you are back on your feet and have bought your first house. It was hard for you after you lost your job, but now you seem to be doing just fine again.