UK Finance Lingo-10 Money Idioms Brits Actually Use Ep 676

Published: Sept. 14, 2023, 1:25 p.m.

The Ins And Outs Of British English Money Idioms

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Hey, English Learners! Ready to unlock the mystery of British money idioms? Forget about hitting language barriers\u2014 Adept English has got you covered with another great #englishlesson that's jam-packed with value. \U0001f1ec\U0001f1e7

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\u2705 Why You Can't Afford to Miss This Lesson:

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  • \U0001f3af Speak Like a Local: Learn 10 British idioms around money, from "In the red" to "A money pit". Don't just blend in, stand out!
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  • \U0001f911 Common Use, Not Slang: These aren't your everyday phrases; these idioms frequently appear in newspapers and formal English.
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  • \U0001f30d Universality Factor: Discover if these idioms have a counterpart in your own language!
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  • \U0001f913 Rich Context: Dive deep into each idiom's historical background and current use\u2014no more guesswork!
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  • \U0001f504 Speak & Understand: Our method focuses on listening and repetition to make you conversational.
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\u2714Lesson transcript: https://adeptenglish.com/lessons/english-idioms-understanding-british-money-phrases/

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Saving is a fine thing. Especially when your parents have done it for you.\u2b50 Winston Churchill

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Did you know the phrases 'In the red' and 'In the black' come from an era before computers? Discover why bankers used red and black ink in \nledgers! Have you ever wondered why people say 'Break the bank'? Learn how this phrase traces its roots to the world of casinos and gambling!

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Want to learn how to talk about money like a native English speaker? Stay tuned until the end, and you'll discover a phrase that perfectly describes something that just keeps draining your money. Trust me, you don't want to miss this!

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Don't tell me where your priorities are. Show me where you spend your money, and I'll tell you what they are.\u2b50 James W. Frick

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\U0001f4ac Speak Like a Native: Learn expressions you might read in British newspapers or hear in formal English.

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