As regular readers of this blog will already know, I love tasting different kinds of food from all over the world. That’s why this article on the BBC News website caught my eye. The most delicious pizza I’ve ever had was in Italy so hopefully this trademark will help them make sure the pizza there continues to be as tasty as ever.
The key expression in this article is ‘a slice of the action‘ which means to be involved in a project or event.
The other interesting word I spotted was ‘vetted’ If something is ‘vetted‘ it is checked or examined to make sure it meets a certain set of requirements.
The most famous kind of food where I live is probably babi guling. It’s a whole pig roasted over an open fire. Babi guling is delicious but very fattening. Actually I had some for lunch today so maybe I should go for a run this afternoon!
What’s the most famous kind of food from your city?
It’s the end of another great week here at the World of Words and as usual, it’s time for a quiz.
I can’t believe this is the 20th Friday Fun Quiz already! Time flies when you are having fun. I have a lot of fun writing these quizzes so maybe that’s why the time has passed so quickly.
If you’re new to the World of Words, take a look through the previous vocabulary quizzes. There are enough to keep you busy for the whole weekend!
Here’s the 20th Wil’s World of Words Friday Fun Quiz. Good luck and have a great weekend, everyone!
New Zealand is becoming more and more popular as a destination for English students nowadays. Why do people like studying English in New Zealand so much, though?
Convenient for Asian students. New Zealand is only 10 hours away from Tokyo or Hong Kong by plane. It’s even closer for students from Indonesia, Malaysia or Thailand, too. This makes it more convenient to study English in New Zealand than in the U.K. or U.S.
High Standards. New Zealand has great universities such as the University of Auckland, University of Canterbury, and the University of Wellington. It also has a lot of dedicated language schools. Studying English in New Zealand can help you get the academic qualifications and practical skills you need to move your career forward.
Beautiful Scenery. Lots of famous films were shot in New Zealand and the beautiful, diverse scenery will amaze you during your time there. Make sure you take your hiking boots and your camera with you so that you can make the most of the great outdoors when you are not busy studying English!
Great place to retire. Many people choose to retire to New Zealand to enjoy the natural environment and great standard of living New Zealand has to offer. Living in an English-speaking country is the perfect way to build English fluency, too.
Main English Centres:
Most of the major English schools are located in Wellington, Auckland and Christchurch. Most people studying English in New Zealand choose to stay in one of those cities because all the big-name English schools have a presence there and there are lots of other great independent schools, too.
Here is a link to a site with a really detailed list of all the English language schools in New Zealand.
Guide books:
As usual, the Lonely Planet New Zealand (Country Guide) is a great book to help you make the most of your time in New Zealand.
It’s been really hot in Bali today. I don’t like hot weather because it makes me feel really lazy and I get sunburnt easily. The hot weather gave me a good idea for a new vocabulary list, though. There are my eight English expressions and idioms using ‘hot’.
hot under the collar
Meaning: to get angry (usually about something unimportant) Example: Don’t get so hot under the collar about waiting. Everyone has to wait in line at the bank at lunchtime.
to be in hot water
Meaning: to be in trouble Example: Simon is really in hot water with the boss since he missed the deadline for his report.
to have the hots for someone
Meaning: to be attracted to someone in a romantic way Example: Dave really has the hots for Sharon. I think they’re going on a date next week.
red hot
Meaning: very hot Example: Here’s your tea. Leave it to cool off a bit before you drink it because it’s red hot.
strike while the iron is hot
Meaning: to take action quickly when an opportunity arises. Example: We need to strike while the iron is hot and arrange a meeting with the potential client quickly.
hot off the press
Meaning: a very new story Example: This news is hot off the press.
to sell like hot cakes
Meaning: to sell very quickly Example: We’re making loads of money with this product. It’s selling like hot cakes.
full of hot air
Meaning: someone who often talks nonsense Example: Don’t listen to his advice. He’s full of hot air.
As regular readers of this blog will already know, I love tasting different kinds of food from all over the world. That’s why this article on the BBC News website caught my eye. The most delicious pizza I’ve ever had was in Italy so hopefully this trademark will help them make sure the pizza there continues to be as tasty as ever.
It’s the end of another great week here at the World of Words and as usual, it’s time for a quiz.
New Zealand is becoming more and more popular as a destination for English students nowadays. Why do people like studying English in New Zealand so much, though?
is a great book to help you make the most of your time in New Zealand.
is also a very practical resource for people visiting New Zealand to study.
It’s been really hot in Bali today. I don’t like hot weather because it makes me feel really lazy and I get sunburnt easily. The hot weather gave me a good idea for a new vocabulary list, though. There are my eight English expressions and idioms using ‘hot’.
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