Language Within @LanguageWithin

An independent language school in Glasgow offering English, Italian and Spanish courses. Discover your Language Within! languagewithin.com 180 West Regent Street, G2 4RW Joined September 2012

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Language Within @LanguageWithin

3 years ago

#LetsTalkBusiness 📈 'overheads' meaning - the cost associated with running a business e.g. rent, paying wages, etc. example - 'We need to reduce our overheads to maintain the profit margin.'

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3 years ago

#LetsTalkBusiness 📈 'gig economy' meaning - a labour market with more short-term contracts or freelance work as opposed to permanent jobs example - 'It's difficult to get a steady income when you're working in a gig economy.'

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3 years ago

Let's hear #SomeEnglishInPassing ! 'I'll see you when I see you." Meaning - Another way of saying goodbye.

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3 years ago

#LetsTalkBusiness 📈 'start-up' meaning - a company in the first stage of its operations, often being financed by its entrepreneurial founders during the initial starting period example - 'There's a new start-up in the financial sector which is creating a lot of buzz.'

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3 years ago

Let's hear #SomeEnglishInPassing ! 'Beats me' Meaning - Said when you don't know the answer to a question. Example - 'Why did he leave so early?' 'Beats me.'

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3 years ago

Let's have a look at #SomeEnglishInPassing ! 'be my guest' Meaning - Not a literal invitation to come stay in someone's house; this essentially means 'yes' when someone asks for your permission to do something. Example - 'Can I use your pen?' 'Be my guest'

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3 years ago

#LetsTalkBusiness 📈 'crowdfunding' meaning - when a business or individual gets funding by asking for contributions from people directly, especially online example - "That café was able to buy all the necessary equipment thanks to crowdfunding." #LearnEnglish

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3 years ago

Let's hear #SomeEnglishInPassing ! 'I'm all ears' Meaning - That you are eagerly listening to what someone is saying or about to say. Example - 'Did you hear about what happened last week in the office.' 'No! I'm all ears.'

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3 years ago

#LetsTalkBusiness 'skill set' meaning - a person's range of skills and abilities example - 'Sarah's skillset means she's perfect for this job in the PR department.'

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3 years ago

Let's look at #SomeEnglishInPassing ! 'after you' Meaning - said when you allow someone to go through a door (or perform some other action) before you do, as a way of being polite.

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3 years ago

In honour of #NationalPetDay, we thought we'd make our quiz animal-themed! 🐕‍🦺🐈‍⬛🐕‍🦺 Fill in the gap in the phrase! 'He has _______ in his pants.' (Said when someone is restless)

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3 years ago

Come along this Friday! #Glasgow

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4 years ago

Come along this Friday! #Glasgow

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4 years ago

#LetsTalkBusiness 📈 'a team-player' meaning - someone who works well with others i.e. in a team example - 'Marie's a great team-player, she really knows how to collaborate with others.'

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4 years ago

To celebrate #WorldHealthDay, here's a health-focused quiz for you! 🍏🥕🥦 Which of these words fills the gap in the idiom? 'I'm as fit as a _________"

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4 years ago

Looks like some filming is going on just round the corner! What stars do you think are cutting about? 🎬🎬🎬 #loveglasgow #glasgowonfilm

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4 years ago

Let's hear #SomeEnglishInPassing ! 'Let me know what happens' Meaning - Said when you want someone to keep you updated about a situation. Example - 'Let me know what happens during that meeting.'

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VisitScotland @VisitScotland

4 years ago

Events. Are. Back! 🎉 Which of these are YOU most excited about for 2022? 🙌 #ScotlandIsCalling

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Language Within @LanguageWithin

4 years ago

#LetsTalkBusiness 📈 'pain point' meaning - a persistent or recurring problem that frequently annoys customers, or inconveniences them example - 'Delivery delays have been a real pain point over the last month, leading to poor reviews.' #englishvocabulary

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4 years ago

Let's hear #SomeEnglishInPassing ! 'No sweat' Meaning - Not as literal as it sounds (or smells, hopefully), this phrase means that a given situation is not difficult or a problem Example - "Sorry, I can't make it to the party tonight." "No sweat." #LearnEnglish

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Glasgow Life @glasgowlife

4 years ago

The Burrell Collection is now open! 🎉 Located within the beautiful Pollok Country Park, it's the perfect day out. Find out more & start planning your visit ➡️ burrellcollection.com