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Got the Monday blues? Energize your English routine to get from💤 to☀️!

Replace Monday boredom💤's with an energetic routine ☀️ to jumpstart this week's English mastery journey!

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Chris Madden
January 6th, 2025 • Reads in 6 minutes

It’s Monday!

Hello, English learners! As we step into a new week, remember that every day is a fresh opportunity to enhance your skills and grow professionally.

Today’s edition of the EZ English Newsletter will feature:

- Make Mondays great! Skip feeling down on Monday with new ways of feeling energized to practice English.

- Quick speaking tip. Become a better conversationalist with some tips on learning solo. 

- Did you know…? We have an interesting fact about a popular phrase!

YESTERDAY’S GAME ON! ANSWERS…

WORD LADDER: HAT to COT
1. HAT to HOT (change A to O)
2. HOT to COT (change H to C)

SYNONYM SEARCH
1. HAPPY: Cheery, Merry
2. DIFFICULT: Hard, Challenging
3. QUICK: Fast, Swift

TODAY’S HIGHLIGHT!

Give your Mondays a makeover!

Mondays are often negative, seen as the dreaded start of the workweek. The name "Monday" originates from the Old English term "Monandæg," which translates to "Moon's day," which in itself goes back to Roman times when Monday was originally “dies Lunae” or “day of the Moon.”

In various cultures, Monday holds different meanings. For instance, ancient Greece considered it an auspicious day for new beginnings due to its association with the moon goddess Selene. In Japan and South Korea, Monday is a day of rest and renewal

(It’s popularized even further by Garfield- y’know, that cute but adorably lazy orange cat!)

However, Mondays can be powerful! To maximize your Mondays:

  • Set weekly learning goals every Monday to create a sense of purpose.

  • Get a regular dose of English language media. Check out podcasts or articles from your favorite creators that have Monday releases so you can start your week with fresh content.

  • Check-in with friends. Join a study group like EZ English Club and check in with your fellow students every Monday!

And you don’t have to learn all of this alone! Join the EZ English Club to find learning companions and useful English language resources.

EZ LAUGHS 😂

Because 2025 is, indeed, a year.

GAME ON!

Word Scramble Challenge!

Unscramble the following letters to find a common English word:

R, L, E, O, V, C

What is it?

Email us your guess! We’ll give the correct answer in tomorrow’s newsletter!

MASTERY PRO-TIP

About to meet friends🥂? Become a conversationalist before you go out!

Want to boost your English skills quickly? Try this actionable tip: Practice speaking in while preparing your drip 🧥✨ . Here’s how:

  • Choose a topic you’re passionate about or want to discuss. If you’re about to meet friends, think of things that happened during the week that might be points of discussion. The recent tea 🍵, maybe?

  • Find a quiet space where you feel comfortable. If you’re preparing in your room, close the door so you know you’re alone. 

  • Speak clearly and confidently, as if you’re addressing an audience. Talk while dressing up, putting on makeup, or preparing your bag. It’s like preparing for how you’ll explain who’s currently going out with who in your friend group 👀.

  • Record your voice to review later and identify areas for improvement. Turn on your recording app and record your practice session. Listen to it on the road so you know how you sound!

Interested in more edutainment? Go check out the rest of our offerings at the Good Future Network!

FACT ATTACK!

“Long time no see” isn’t grammatically correct!

The phrase "long time no see"  is a casual and informal expression used primarily in English-speaking contexts. It conveys a sense of familiarity and warmth when greeting someone you haven't seen in a while.

But did you know the phrase is believed to be a direct translation from a Native American or Chinese phrase, as it does not conform to standard English grammar.

This quirky expression highlights how languages can influence each other and how unique phrases can emerge from cultural interactions, adding richness to English vocabulary.

EZ LAUGHS 😂

Remember, as a language speaker, context matters!

GAME ON!

Fill in the blanks!

Complete this sentence with the correct word:

"She has a great _______ for languages."

Clues:

  • It starts with A

  • It has eight (8) letters

  • It means “a natural ability to do something”

Email us your guess! We’ll give the correct answer in tomorrow’s newsletter!

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Thank you for reading today's newsletter! We hope you feel inspired to tackle this week with enthusiasm and curiosity.

Regards,

Chris Madden