Idiom of the Day

Down To Earth 

Example: 

 Andy: What do you think of Ashley? 

James: She's really cool and very down to earth type of girl. She never acts like she is better than other people. 

Definition: practical, sensible and understanding person

Idiom of the Day

Idiom of the Day 

Let The Cat Out Of The Bag 

Example: We planned a surprised goodbye party for Marisel, but some guy she works with let the cat out of the bag, so now she knows. 

Definition: let someone know a secret 

Vocabulary (Transportation in Miami)

Vocabulary (Transportation in Miami)

1. Transportation- the action of transporting someone or something or the process of being transported

2. Navigate- plan and direct the route or course of a ship, aircraft or other form of transportation by using a some type of map.

3. Revenue - income, amount of money you make.

4. Cul-de-sac - a street or passage closed at one end.

5. Sleek - smooth and glossy

6. Commute - travel some distance between one's home and place of work on a regular basis.

7. Disconcerting- causing one to feel unsettled or uncomfortable.

Idiom of the Day

Idiom of the Day 

Show Your True Colors 

Example: Jose, the security guard,  acts very strong and brave, but when a thief came he showed his true colors. He was too scared to protect Mrs. Rodriguez. 

Definition- Show what you are really like, reveal your true character 

Idiom of the Day

Idiom of the Day 

Recharge Your Batteries 

Example: After teaching for almost 8 months in the Dominican Republic. I feel like I need to recharge my batteries. So, I'm going to take a vacation in Costa Rica. 

Definition-  Do something to regain your energy after a period of hard work 

Vocabulary ( Conscience Conversations in Miami)

Vocabulary

1. Lulls - calm or send to sleep, typically with soothing sounds or movements

2. Vices - immoral or wicked behavior

3. Network - a group or system of interconnected people or things

4. Conscience - an inner feeling or voice viewed as acting as a guide to the rightness or wrongness of one's behavior

5. Montage - the process or technique of selecting, editing, and piecing together separate sections of film or pictures to form a continuous whole

6. Ferocious - savagely fierce, cruel, violent

7. Themes - the topic of a piece of writing, a persons's thoughts, or a movie

8. Vegan - a person who does not eat or use animal products

Vocabulary (South Beach Fun in Miami)

Vocabulary

1. Stability - something or someone that is firm or secure

2. Glamorous - attractive or exciting quality that makes certain people or things seem special

3. Participate - to take part in an activity or event

4. Co-ed - sport activities involving both men and women.

5. Pier - a platform supported on pillars leading out from the shore onto a body of water, used as a landing stage for boats

6. Scenic - impressive views or beautiful natural scenery

Vocabulary ( Cinco de Mayo in Miami )

Vocabulary 

Cinco de Mayo- is an annual celebration held on May 5th. The date is observed to commemorate the Mexicans unlikely victory again the French on May, 5 1862

Residents- a person who lives somewhere permanently or on a long term basis

Sombrero- a broad brimmed felt or straw hat, typically worn in Mexico and the southwestern U.S.

Mariachi bands - type of musicians who play a particular style of music that originated in Mexico and is famous around the world

Twerking- dance to popular music in a sexually provocative manner involving thrusting hip movements and a low squatting position

Reggaeton- a form of music of Puerto Rican origins characterized by a fusion of Latin rhythms, dancehall, and hip hop or rap

Vocabulary ( History and Future of Medical Marijuana in Florida)

Vocabulary

Preposterous - contrary to reason or common sense; completely absurd or ridiculous

Epileptic Seizure - caused by a disturbance of electrical activity in the brain which can result in people uncontrollable movement, temporary confusion, increased fear or anxiety.

Debilitating Illness- condition making someone very weak and infirm

Malpractice- improper or illegal professional activity or treatment, especially by a medical professional

Regulations- A rule made and maintained by an authority

Recreational Marijuana- Used to change the state of the mind for experience and pleasure

Vocabulary (Ways to Handle Infidelity)

Vocabulary 

Monogamous - having a sexual relationship with one person at a time

Infidelity- the action or state of being unfaithful to a spouse or other sexual partner

Baggage- an issue regarding someone's past that can affect their current lifestyle and or relationships

Rebound - having sex with someone shortly after getting out of a serious relationship to forget about the former relationship

Affair- when a wife/husband  decides to have sex with someone other than their spouse

Agonizing - causing great physical or mental pain

Hoarding- to hide or store away objects, emotions , money , etc.