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Georgiana: 本期节目主要讲解一些新年相关的英语习语，例如 "to kick off the new year"，"to turn over a new leaf"，"to start with a clean sheet"，"out with the old and in with the new"，"ring in the new year"，"to kick the habit"，"stick to something" 等。通过对这些习语的讲解和例句分析，帮助学习者更好地理解和运用这些习语。 此外，节目中还通过一个故事，以两种不同的视角（第三人称和第一人称）来讲解语法，让学习者在具体的语境中学习语法知识，避免死记硬背枯燥的语法规则。故事讲述了主人公Timmy制定新年计划的故事，计划包括改掉坏习惯，按时起床，制定详细计划去海滩等。通过对比两种视角下的表达方式，学习者可以更好地理解语法上的细微差别。 最后，Georgiana 还推荐了她的付费课程，旨在帮助学习者通过听力学习英语，无需改变日常作息。

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What does the idiom 'to kick off the new year' mean?

To kick off the new year means to start a new year, often with a positive attitude or surrounded by friends and family.

What is the meaning of 'to turn over a new leaf'?

To turn over a new leaf means to start acting or behaving better or more responsibly, often as part of a personal transformation.

What does 'to start with a clean sheet' imply?

To start with a clean sheet means to forget previous debts or mistakes and be given a new chance to succeed at something.

What is the significance of the phrase 'out with the old, in with the new'?

The phrase 'out with the old, in with the new' suggests it is good to replace old things or ideas with new ones, leaving the past behind.

What does 'to ring in the new year' mean?

To ring in the new year means to celebrate the beginning of a new year, often with a party or formal dinner.

What does 'to kick the habit' refer to in the context of New Year's resolutions?

To kick the habit refers to quitting a bad habit, such as smoking or overeating, as part of New Year's resolutions.

Why is it important to 'stick to something' when trying to achieve New Year's goals?

Sticking to something is crucial for achieving New Year's goals because it ensures consistency and prevents deviation from the plan.

What lesson does Timmy's story teach about New Year's resolutions?

Timmy's story highlights the importance of turning over a new leaf, sticking to a schedule, and avoiding bad habits, even in challenging environments like prison.

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Learn seven new English idioms perfect for the new year, including 'kick off the new year', 'turn over a new leaf', and 'ring in the new year'. Each idiom is explained with examples to help you understand and use them in your daily conversations.
  • Kick off the new year: start a new year
  • Turn over a new leaf: start acting or behaving better
  • Start with a clean sheet: forget previous debts or mistakes
  • Out with the old and in with the new: replace old things with new ones
  • Ring in the new year: celebrate the beginning of a new year
  • Kick the habit: quit a bad habit
  • Stick to something: adhere to a plan

Shownotes Transcript

I hope you are doing great! The New Year is the perfect time for new beginnings and the perfect time to learn some idioms in English for the new year.  You will also learn grammar with a point-of-view lesson without memorizing boring rules. Before we start, visit my website: Speakenglishpodcast.com) and subscribe) to my mini-course - it's completely free!