English Joke Cartoon
英文版的笑话
英文版的笑话As an AI language model, I can help you write a 1500-word article in a format suitable for the given title "English Version of Jokes." Below is the article:*************************************************English Version of JokesJokes have been an integral part of human culture for centuries, providing laughter and amusement to people of all ages. As humor knows no boundaries, jokes have been translated and adapted into various languages, including English. In this article, we will explore some examples of jokes translated into English and how they maintain their comedic essence.1. Lost in TranslationIt is often said that jokes lose their charm in translation, as cultural nuances and language-specific wordplay may not carry over to another language. However, translators have found creative ways to ensure that the humor is effectively conveyed. An example that perfectly captures this is a classic Russian joke translated into English:Why did the scarecrow win an award?Because he was outstanding in his field!Although this pun heavily relies on the double meaning of "outstanding," the translator managed to retain the humor by playing with the concept of a scarecrow being excellent in its field. This adaptation ensures that the joke remains witty and entertaining for English-speaking audiences.2. Cultural AdaptationWhen translating jokes into English, it is crucial to adapt them to the target culture. This entails replacing culturally specific references with something more relatable to English-speaking audiences. Here's an example:Why don't scientists trust atoms?Because they make up everything!In this joke, the wordplay revolves around the ambiguity of the term "make up," which means both "form" and "fabricate." By making the punchline relatable to scientists, it ensures that the humor resonates within an English-speaking context.3. Puns and WordplayPuns and wordplay are common elements in jokes that can prove challenging to translate into another language. However, skilled translators find equivalent puns or create inventive wordplay to maintain the humor. Consider the following translated joke:Why did the bicycle fall over?Because it was two-tired!In this instance, the translator plays with the double meaning of "two-tired," making a clever connection between the two tire wheels of a bicycle and feeling fatigued. This adaptation effectively retains the humorous element of the joke for English speakers.4. Situational HumorJokes can also rely on situational humor, which transcends language barriers. These jokes emphasize a comical situation rather than specific wordplay. For example:Why don’t skeletons fight each other?They don’t have the guts!This joke uses situational irony to create humor. Skeletons are depicted as lacking courage, humorously contrasting their lack of "guts" in both the literal and figurative sense. This joke, regardless of the language used, can elicit laughter from audiences.ConclusionJokes, regardless of their language of origin, have the power to bring joy and laughter to people worldwide. Translating jokes into English requires skill and creativity to ensure that comedic elements are effectively communicated. It often involves adapting cultural references, finding equivalent puns, and leveraging situational humor. By doing so, the essence of jokes can be retained, allowing them to transcend linguistic and cultural boundaries.*************************************************Please note that the word count of the above article is approximately 526 words. Feel free to add or modify the content as per your requirements to meet the desired length.。
英文闹的笑话
英文闹的笑话Once upon a time, in a small English village called Bumbleton, there lived a local comedian named John. Known for his quick wit and hilarious punchlines, he was loved by everyone in the village. One day, in the local pub, John decided to entertain the crowd with a series of English-themed jokes. Let's dive into the laughter and share a few of his jokes.Joke 1:John: "Why did the Englishman bring a ladder to the bar?"Crowd: "We don't know, John! Why?"John: "Because he heard the drinks were on the house!"The crowd burst into laughter, enjoying John's amusing twist on the classic joke format. The English-themed twist added an extra layer of humor, making the joke even more entertaining.Joke 2:John: "What do you call an Englishman who can juggle three teacups?"Crowd: "We're not sure. What do you call him?"John: "Sir Cups-a-Lot!"The pub echoed with laughter as John masterfully integrated English culture into his jokes. The blend of pun and cultural reference created a unique humor that everyone could appreciate.Joke 3:John: "Why do British people never swim in tea?"Crowd: "Tell us, John, why not?"John: "Because the Queen doesn't like it when people 'spill the tea'!"Laughter filled the air, and the audience couldn't help but chuckle at John's clever wordplay. The reference to the Queen's preference for privacy added a touch of Britishness to the joke, resulting in an uproar of amusement.Joke 4:John: "How do you spot an Englishman at a baseball game?"Crowd: "We're curious, John! How?"John: "He's the one yelling, 'tea time' when the pitcher throws a ball!"The pub's laughter grew louder as John's joke hit home with the cultural contrasts between England and America. The stereotype of tea-loving Englishmen and their affinity for punctuality created a humorous image that brought smiles to everyone's faces.Joke 5:John: "Why don't British people use umbrellas?"Crowd: "Tell us, John, why?"John: "Because they can't figure out how to pronounce 'umbrella' properly!"Laughter erupted once again, evoking a sense of national pride as the audience giggled at the stereotypical British struggle with pronunciation.John's observation of language peculiarities struck a chord, eliciting a lighthearted response from all.Throughout the evening, John continued to share his collection of English-themed jokes, leaving the crowd in stitches. The atmosphere in the pub was filled with joy and merriment as the locals appreciated John's clever humor and ability to combine English culture with comedy.In the end, it was evident that laughter has no language barriers. John's jokes showcased how humor could transcend linguistic boundaries and make people from different backgrounds come together. The universal language of laughter brought the English village of Bumbleton closer than ever, leaving a lasting memory of joy and camaraderie amongst its inhabitants.So, let us remember that, whether in English or any other language, a good laugh is something that unites us all.The End.。
English jokes
The man replied: Nonsense. That is what you did last time I flew with you.
A man goes to church and starts talking to God. He says: "God, what is a million dollars to you?" and God says: "A penny", then the man says: "God, what is a million years to you?" and God says: "a second", then the man says: "God, can I have a penny?" and God says "In a second"
四个好朋友在医院里碰面了,他们的妻子正在生产.护士过来对第一个男人说:"恭喜,你得了双胞胎."男人说:"多奇怪呀,我是明尼苏达双子队的经理."过了一会儿,护士过来对第二个男人说:"恭喜,你得了三胞胎."男人很喜欢:"嗯,又巧了.我是3M公司的董事."最后,护士跑来对第三个男人说:"恭喜,你得了2对双胞胎."男人很开心地说:"真令人啼笑皆非,我为四季宾馆工作."他们三个都很高兴,但第四个伙伴急得像热锅上的蚂蚁,咒骂上帝并用头撞墙.他们问他有什么不对劲,他回答道:"什么不对劲?我可是在七喜公司工作呀!"
一男子进入教堂和上帝对话.他问:"主啊, 一百万美元对你意味着多少?"上帝回答:"一便士."男子又问:"那一百万年呢?"上帝说:"一秒钟."最后男子请求道:"上帝,我能得到一便士吗?"上帝回答:"过一秒钟."
English Jokes 英文笑话
What is the longest word in the English language?SMILES: there is a mile between the first and last letters!"Teacher: Maria please point to America on the map.Maria: This is it.Teacher: Well done. Now class, who found America?Class: Maria did.A Scotsman who was driving home one night, ran into a car driven by an Englishman. The Scotsman got out of the car to apologize and offered the Englishman a drink from a bottle of whisky. The Englishman was glad to have a drink."Go on," said the Scot, "have another drink."The Englishman drank gratefully. "But don't you want one, too?" he asked the Scotsman. "Perhaps," replied the Scotsman, "after the police have gone."A: Aren't you wearing your wedding ring on the wrong finger?B: Yes I am, I married the wrong woman.A man was pulled over for driving too fast, even though he thought he was driving just fine.Officer: You were speeding.Man: No, I wasn't.Officer: Yes, you were. I'm giving you a ticket.Man: But I wasn't speeding.Officer: Tell that to the judge! (The officer gives man the ticket.)Man: Would I get another ticket if I called you a jerk?Officer: Yes, you would.Man: What if I just thought that you were?Officer: I can't give you a ticket for what you think.Man: Fine, I think you're a jerk!What are the three quickest ways of spreading a rumour (or gossip).∙Telegram∙Telephone∙Tell a womanPerhaps not very politically correct in the times we live in, but worth a slight chuckle.EDITOR'S NOTE: Maybe you could teach your students the phrase "politically correct" and discuss it.If you give a man a fish, he eats for a day.If you teach a man to fish, he can always eat.If you give a man a fire, he's warm for a day.If you light a man on fire, he is warm for the rest of his life.A: Did you hear that a baby was fed on elephant's milk and gained twenty pounds in a week.B: That's impossible. Whose baby?A: An elephant's."Am I the first man you have ever loved?" he said."Of course," she answered "Why do men always ask the same question?".When I was young I didn't like going to weddings.My grandmother would tell me, "You're next"However, she stopped doing that after I started saying the same thing to her at funerals.A: I'm in a big trouble!B: Why is that?A: I saw a mouse in my house!B: Oh, well, all you need to do is use a trap.A: I don't have one.B: Well then, buy one.A: Can't afford one.B: I can give you mine if you want.A: That sounds good.B: All you need to do is just use some cheese in order to make the mouse come to the trap.A: I don't have any cheese.B: Okay then, take a piece of bread and put a bit of oil in it and put it in the trap.A: I don't have oil.B: Well, then put only a small piece of bread.A: I don't have bread.B: Then what is the mouse doing at your house?!A very drunk man comes out of the bar and sees another very drunk man.He looks up in the sky and says, "Is that the sun or the moon?"The other drunk man answers, "I don't know. I'm a stranger here myself."A man is talking to God.The man: "God, how long is a million years?"God: "To me, it's about a minute."The man: "God, how much is a million dollars?"God: "To me it's a penny."The man: "God, may I have a penny?"God: "Wait a minute."Fred is 32 years old and he is still single.One day a friend asked, "Why aren't you married? Can't you find a woman who will be a good wife?" Fred replied, "Actually, I've found many women I wanted to marry, but when I bring them home to meet my parents, my mother doesn't like them."His friend thinks for a moment and says, "I've got the perfect solution, just find a girl who's just like your mother." A few months later they meet again and his friend says, "Did you find the perfect girl? Did your mother like her?"With a frown on his face, Fred answers, "Yes, I found the perfect girl. She was just like my mother. You were right, my mother liked her very much."The friend said, "Then what's the problem?"Fred replied, "My father doesn't like her."An elementary school teacher sends this note to all parents on the first day of school."If you promise not to believe everything your child says happens at school, I will promise not to believe everything your child says happens at home.A: Doctor, will I be able to play the piano after the operation?B: Yes, of course.A: Great! I never could before!Why couldn't Cinderella be a good soccer player?She lost her shoe, she ran away from the ball, and her coach was a pumpkin.(Requires basic knowledge of the Cinderella story and that both ball and coach have double meanings.) Teacher: Tell me a sentence that starts with an "I".Student: I is the...Teacher: Stop! Never put 'is' after an "I".Always put 'am' after an "I".Student: OK. I am the ninth letter of the alphabet.Two factory workers are talking.The woman says, "I can make the boss give me the day off."The man replies, "And how would you do that?"The woman says, "Just wait and see." She then hangs upside-down from the ceiling.The boss comes in and says, "What are you doing?"The woman replies, "I'm a light bulb."The boss then says, "You've been working so much that you've gone crazy. I think you need to take the day off."The man starts to follow her and the boss says, "Where are you going?"The man says, "I'm going home, too. I can't work in the dark."Two cows are standing in a field.One says to the other "Are you worried about Mad Cow Disease?"The other one says "No, It doesn't worry me, I'm a horse!"Teacher: How can we get some clean water?Student: Bring the water from the river and wash it.A guy says to his friend, "Guess how many coins I have in my pocket."The friends says, "If I guess right, will you give me one of them?"The first guys says, "If you guess right, I'll give you both of them!"This is a good one to follow the following previously submitted joke.A: What do you call a deer with no eyes?B: No idea. (No Eye Deer.)A: What do you call a dead deer with no eyes?B: Still no idea.A: Meet my new born brother.B: Oh, he is so handsome! What's his name?A: I don't know. I can't understand a word he says.Q: When does the (English) alphabet have only 25 letters?A: At Christmas time, because it is the time of Noel. (No L)Q: What starts with E, ends with E and only has one letter?Q: If you drop a white hat into the Red Sea, what does it become?A: Wet.Q: What do you call a boomerang that won't come back?A: A stick.Q: Where do you find giant snails?A: On the ends of their fingers.(Giants' nails.)Q: What travels around the world and stays in a corner?A: A stamp.Q: What is white when it's dirty and black when it's clean?A: A blackboard.These need to be written.Q: What do you call a pig with three eyes?A: A piiig.Q: What goes Oh, Oh, Oh?A: Santa Claus walking backwards.Q: What do elephants have that no other animal has?A: Baby elephants.Depending on where you live, students will enjoy this one.Q: What do you call a hippie's wife?A: Mississippi.Q: What did the ocean say to the beach?A: Nothing, it just waved!Submitted by: Eric SteinThe First 3 Years of Marriage∙In the first year of marriage, the man speaks and the woman listens.∙In the second year, the woman speaks and the man listens.∙In the third year, they both speak and the neighbours listen.A man inserted an 'ad' in the classifieds: "Wife wanted". The next day he received a hundred letters. They all said the same thing: "You can have mine."Love is one long sweet dream, and marriage is the alarm clock.Riddles of AlphabetQ: What letter of the alphabet is an insect?A: B. (bee)Q: What letter is a part of the head?A: I. (eye)Q: What letter is a drink?A: T. (tea)Q: What letter is a body of water?A: C. (sea)Q: What letter is a pronoun like "you"?A: The letter " I "Q: What letter is a vegetable?A: P. (pea)Q: What letter is an exclamation?A: O. (oh!)Q: What letter is a European bird?A: J. (Jay)Q: What letter is looking for causes ?A: Y. (why)Q: What four letters frighten a thief?A: O.I.C.U. (Oh I see you!)Q: What comes once in a minute, twice in a moment but not once in a thousand years? A: The letter "m".Q: Why is the letter "T" like an island ?A: Because it is in the middle of waTer.Q: In what way can the letter "A" help a deaf lady?A: It can make "her" "hear".Q: Which is the loudest vowel?A: The letter "I". It is always in the midst of noiseQ: What way are the letter "A" and "noon" alike?A: Both of them are in the middle of the "day".Q: Why is "U" the happiest letter?A: Because it is in the middle of "fun".Q: What word of only three syllables contains 26 letters?A: Alphabet = (26 letters)Q: What relatives are dependent on "you"?Q: What is the end of everything?A: The letter "g".Q: What has many keys but can't open any doors?A: A piano.Q: What has 6 eyes but can't see?A: 3 blind mice.Q: Who earns money driving their customers away?A: A taxi driver.The teacher speaking to a student said, "Saud, name two pronouns."Saud who suddenly woke up, said, "Who, me?"Teacher: Today, we're going to talk about the tenses. Now, if I say "I am beautiful," which tense is it? Student: Obviously it is the past tense.Q: What is orange and sounds like parrot?A: A carrotQ: Can a kangaroo jump higher than the Empire State Building?A: Yes, because the Empire State Building can't jump!This is a riddle. It works well if you let the students ask yes and no questions about the situation, before revealing the answer.Q: A man goes into a bar and asks for a glass of water. The barman pulls out a gun, and points it at the customer. "Thank you" replies the customer and walks out. What happened?A: The customer had hiccups.I've used this in many countries in Eastern Europe. It always works - a shock as a hiccup cure appears to be an international thing.Q: What do you call a deer with no eyes?A: No idea.(No-eye deer)ESL teacher: You must never begin a sentence "I is ...".Clever student: Please sir, what's wrong with "I is a vowel".Q: What happens when "you" and "I" are gone?A: Only 24 letters are left. (you=the letter "u" and I the letter "i".)。
搞笑英文笑话带翻译
搞笑英文笑话带翻译Funny English Jokes: Laughing Out Loud。
Humor is a universal language that connects people from all walks of life. Whether it's a witty remark, a pun, or a funny story, laughter is the best medicine for a bad day. Here are some hilarious English jokes that are sure to make you laugh out loud.1. Why did the tomato turn red? Because it saw the salad dressing!This joke is a classic example of a pun, which is a play on words that creates a humorous effect. In this case, the pun is based on the double meaning of the word "dressing" as both a condiment and an action of getting dressed.2. Why don't scientists trust atoms? Because they make up everything!This joke is a clever play on words that uses the scientific concept of atoms to create a humorous effect. The punchline is a pun on the phrase "make up" which means both "to constitute" and "to invent".3. Why did the chicken cross the playground? To get to the other slide!This joke is a twist on the classic "Why did the chicken cross the road?" joke. The punchline is a pun on the word "slide" which means both a playground equipment and a movement of slipping or gliding.4. Why couldn't the bicycle stand up by itself? Because it was two-tired!This joke is a pun based on the homophones "tired" and "tyred". The punchline is a play on the phrase "too tired" and the fact that bicycles have two tires.5. Why did the math book look so sad? Because it hadtoo many problems.This joke is a clever play on words that uses the concept of math problems to create a humorous effect. The punchline is a pun on the word "problems" which means both difficulties and mathematical exercises.6. Why did the coffee file a police report? It got mugged!This joke is a pun based on the double meaning of the word "mugged" as both a slang term for being robbed and a way of preparing coffee. The punchline is a humorous twist on the idea of a victimized beverage seeking justice.7. Why did the scarecrow win an award? Because he was outstanding in his field!This joke is a pun based on the double meaning of the phrase "outstanding in his field" as both an idiom meaning exceptional and a literal description of a scarecrow standing in a field.8. Why did the banana go to the doctor? Because it wasn't peeling well!This joke is a pun based on the double meaning of the word "peeling" as both the act of removing the skin of a fruit and a description of someone's health or mood. The punchline is a humorous twist on the idea of a fruit seeking medical attention.9. Why did the man put his money in the freezer? He wanted cold hard cash!This joke is a pun based on the double meaning of the phrase "cold hard cash" as both a slang term for money and a description of something that is literally cold and hard.10. Why did the grape stop in the middle of the road? Because it ran out of juice!This joke is a pun based on the double meaning of the word "juice" as both a liquid from fruit and a slang termfor energy or vitality. The punchline is a humorous twiston the idea of a fruit running out of energy on the road.In conclusion, these funny English jokes are a greatway to lighten the mood and bring a smile to someone's face. Whether you're telling them to your friends, family, or colleagues, these jokes are sure to make everyone laugh out loud. So go ahead and spread some joy with these hilarious puns and witty one-liners!。
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English Jokes[美]Marshall’s Talent Education, LLC. 龚珍妮 编译英语笑话An English teacher is giving a lesson to his students. He asks his students a question, “What is the most common word used by students in a classroom?”The whole class is silent. It seems that none of them can answer such a difficult question. Suddenly a boy student stands up and says, “Can’t, Sir!”“Smart! You are right. Please sit down,” says the teacher.一位英语老师正在给他的学生上课。
他问学生一个问题：“学生在教室里最常用的词是什么？”全班学生都安静了下来。
看来，他们谁也回答不了这么难的一个问题。
突然，一个男生站了起来，说道：“不会，先生！”“聪明！你回答正确。
请坐下。
”老师说。
give a lesson to给……上课the most common最常见的common adj. 常见的used by …被……使用 whole adj.全部的；整个的whole class 全班seem v.似乎；看上去suddenly adv.突然Notes:不会1. Can’tA maths teacher is giving a lesson to her students. She asks, “How can you make the number seven to an even number?”Wood stands up and says loudly, “Just take the ‘s’ out from it!”At this, all the others laugh and laugh.一位数学老师正在给她的学生上课。
英文的笑话
英文的笑话Humor is a universal language that transcends cultural boundaries and brings people together through the power of laughter. In the realm of humor, English jokes hold a special place, captivating audiences worldwide with their wit, wordplay, and unique cultural references. These jokes not only entertain but also provide insights into the nuances of the English language and the mindset of English-speaking communities.One of the hallmarks of English jokes is their remarkable diversity. From puns that play on the multiple meanings of words to clever one-liners that subvert expectations, the range of English humor is truly impressive. Take, for example, the classic joke "Why can't a bicycle stand up by itself It's two tired " The pun on the word "tired" immediately elicits a chuckle, showcasing the ingenuity of English-language comedians in creating humor out of the very building blocks of the language.Another prominent feature of English jokes is their ability to poke fun at cultural idiosyncrasies and societal norms. By highlighting thequirks and peculiarities of the English-speaking world, these jokes often serve as a mirror, reflecting the shared experiences and collective mindset of the people. For instance, the joke "Why do British people always drink tea at precisely 5 o'clock Because their clock is always right " taps into the stereotypical British obsession with punctuality and the ritual of tea-drinking, poking gentle fun at these cultural traditions.Moreover, English jokes often rely on the nuances of the language to create humor. The inherent ambiguity and flexibility of the English language allow for the crafting of jokes that play with words, idioms, and cultural references. Take the example of the joke "Why did the tomato turn red Because it saw the salad dressing " Here, the double meaning of the word "dressing" as both a salad topping and a way of dressing or clothing adds an extra layer of humor, delighting the audience with the unexpected twist.Interestingly, the popularity of English jokes has transcended linguistic boundaries, with people from diverse cultural backgrounds embracing and appreciating the humor. This global appeal can be attributed to the widespread use of English as an international language, as well as the universal nature of certain types of humor. Jokes that rely on visual puns, slapstick comedy, or absurdist situations often resonate with audiences regardless of their native tongue, demonstrating the power of laughter to bridge culturaldivides.Furthermore, English jokes have evolved alongside the changing landscape of communication and technology. With the rise of social media and the internet, the dissemination of English jokes has become more widespread and instantaneous. Viral videos, memes, and online joke-sharing platforms have allowed for the rapid exchange of humorous content, enabling English jokes to reach a global audience and fostering a shared sense of amusement across the digital realm.However, the appreciation and interpretation of English jokes can also be influenced by individual cultural backgrounds and linguistic experiences. Certain jokes may rely on references or nuances that are more easily understood by those with a deeper familiarity with the English language and its cultural context. This can sometimes create a barrier for non-native speakers, who may struggle to fully grasp the intended humor or the subtle linguistic play.Despite these occasional challenges, the universal appeal of English jokes remains undeniable. They serve as a testament to the richness and versatility of the English language, showcasing its ability to create humor that transcends cultural boundaries. Whether it's a pun that elicits a groan, a one-liner that sparks laughter, or a comedic sketch that leaves the audience in stitches, English jokes continue tocaptivate and entertain people around the world.In conclusion, the world of English jokes is a vibrant and ever-evolving realm that offers a glimpse into the linguistic and cultural nuances of the English-speaking world. From the clever wordplay to the humorous exploration of societal quirks, these jokes not only entertain but also serve as a bridge between diverse cultures, fostering a shared appreciation for the power of laughter. As the English language continues to spread and evolve, the richness and diversity of English jokes will undoubtedly continue to captivate audiences worldwide, bringing people together through the universal language of humor.。
English_Jokes_英语笑话
［美］System 3000 Ltd.龚珍妮 编译1. Outside and inside 外面和里面 Teacher: Charlie, if you had three apples and ate one, how many would you have? Charlie: Three. Teacher: Three? Charlie: Yes, two outside and one inside . 老师：查理，如果你有三个苹果，吃了一个，那你还有几个苹果？ 查理：三个。
老师：三个？ 查理：是的，两个在外面，一个在里面。
Notes:outside adv. 在外面inside adv. 在里面English Jokes英语笑话Notes:sentence n. 句子2. Where is the egg?鸡蛋在哪里？ Teacher: Can you make a sentence with the word “egg”? Student: Yes. I ate a piece of cake yesterday. Teacher: Then where is the “egg”? Student: In the cake, sir. 老师：你能用“鸡蛋”这个词造句吗？ 学生：我能。
我昨天吃了一块蛋糕。
老师：那么“鸡蛋”在哪里？ 学生：在蛋糕里，老师。
Notes:just adv. 仅仅；只是3. Where do you have trouble?你哪里有麻烦？ Student: Excuse me, Miss. I’m calling just to tell you I can’t go to school today . Teacher: Why? What’s wrong? Student: I don’t feel well . Teacher: Where do you feel trouble ? Student: In the classroom. 学生：对不起，老师。
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English Joke Cartoon1.Word of the Day: BottleIn British slang the word bottle means courage or bravery. So if you have bottle you are brave and are willing to take risks and do dangerous things. Check out these example sentences:"It takes a lot of bottle to be a racing car driver." "Do you have the bottle to go skydiving?""Don't be scared. Don't lose your bottle.""I didn't do the bungee jump. I bottled it at the last moment. Now my friends are calling me a bottler!2.Give someone a liftToday we take a look at two meanings of the expression, give someone a lift:Give someone a lift: to provide transportation for someone e.g. take someone somewhere in your car. Give someone a 'ride' is also used:"I've got to go to the train station. Can you give me a lift?""Can you give me a lift to work tomorrow? My car is being repaired.""It's too late to walk home. Let me give you a lift." Give someone a lift: to make someone feel good by saying kind words; to make someone happier:"I was feeling sad until I spoke to her. She really gave me a lift.""He's been very unhappy recently. We should do something to give him a lift.""Seeing you may give her the lift she needs." Note: When the world is your oyster, you are getting everything you want from life. It's a common idiom.3.Idiom of the day: Stand in the way of someone / somethingToday we take a closer look at two meanings of the idiom: stand in the way:Stand in the way: to stand in the pathway or movementof someone or something."There were some people standing in my way so I couldn't get through the door.""You parked your car in the way of that truck. It can't get past." "Several people stood right in my way, so I couldn't move." Stand in the way: to try to stop or prevent somethingfrom happening."You know I won't stand in your way if you want to apply for a job abroad.""I'd never stand in the way of her plans.""You can't stand in the way of progress.""She plans to become a doctor and no one had better stand in her way."4.Phrasal Verb - Get OverThis cartoon looks at two of the meanings of the phrasal verb get over.get over: get to the other side."The schoolboy finished last in the hurdle-race because he was too short to get over the hurdles.""Because of the heavy snow the car could not get over the hill." get over: recover from something, feel better after having a sickness or problem"It took me a few days to get over my cold.""I was very sad when my grandmother died, it took me a long time to get over it."5.Word of the Day - RashThis cartoon looks at the double meaning of the word rash.rash: (noun)a skin problem that results in a lot of small red spots on the skin. Rashes are often caused by allergies."She got a rash on her arms after touching the cat. She must be allergic to them."rash: (adjective)doing something careless or unwise, without thought for what might happen or result."Deciding to get married two weeks after they first met was a rash decision."6.Phrasal verb of the day: Strike OutThis month's cartoon looks at the phrasal verb strike out.Strike has a few meanings, let's take a look at two. Strike: To hit or attack someone using force in a violent way."Be very careful, some snakes can strike faster than human eyes can follow!"Strike as a phrasal verb:Strike Out: To start doing something new while being independent of other people."After living with his family for 21 years, he decided it was time to strike out on his own."7.Idiom of the day: Lips are SealedToday's cartoon is about the idiom someone's lips are sealed: When you promise to keep something a secret you say my lips are sealed . It's something you say to let someone know that you will not tell anyone else what they have just told you. "Don't worry, Joseph. I won't tell anyone what you told me. My lips are sealed."8.Idiom of the day 'Heart into'Today's cartoon is based on the idiom Put your heartinto something:When you put your heart into something you make a lot of effort to do something."He's the kind of person who puts his heart into his job." "She wanted her company to be a success and really put her heart into it."Put your heart and soul into something is also used and has the same meaning."The author put his heart and soul into the writing of this book."9.Phrasal Verb - Back UpThis month's joke is based on the double of meaning of back up:Back up: to move backwards. When driving we alsosay'reverse'."Back up your car into the garage."Back up: A Back up, as in 'a back up plan', is kept in reserve to serve as a substitute, if needed. So if the original plan is not working, you use your back up plan. It is also known as 'plan B'. "Don't worry if we can't buy tickets for the show. I have a back up plan - Tom works in the theatre. He should be able to get us some."Note: In computing, a 'backup' refers to a copy/duplicate of a file, in case it gets lost.10.Phrasal Verb - Pick UpThis joke is based on the double meaning of the idiom pick up: 1 - To pick up - To lift someone or something using your hands:"You dropped your pen on the floor. Let me pick it up for you."2 - To pick up - To improve or increase:"Her English began to pick up after she started to learn English with EC."11.Phrasal Verb - Put One's Foot DownThis month's joke is based on the double meaning of the idiom put one's foot down:1 - To put your foot down - To act firmly / To tell someone strongly that they must do something or that they must stop doing something:"You can't just let him do what he wants, you'll have to put your foot down."2 - To put your foot down - To drive faster. To press down harder on the accelerator (gas) pedal of your car:"We're going to be late unless you put your foot down."12.Cartoon - Break OffThis month's joke is based on the double meaning of the phrasal verb break off:1 - Break off: To separate or become separated, as by twisting or tearing:"Do you want some of my chocolate? I'll break off a piece for you."2 - Break off : To end / discontinue (a relationship)."My sister and her boyfriend have broken off their engagement."13.Cartoon - Cut itWe use scissors to cut paper. Cut can be used as a verb. Did you know that cut is used in a common English idiom? Read on...If you can't cut it, you cannot deal with difficult or tough situations. It's usually used to describe someone or something that is not good enough. For some reason, we also use can't cut the mustard to mean the same thing."Only one year after arriving from Italy, the player was sold. The coach felt the player couldn't cut it in the Premier League."14.Phrasal Verb - Hit OnLet's take a look at the word hit. In the cartoon we can see two different meanings:Hit - (verb)to strike something."I hit the spider with my shoe."'Hit'asaPhrasalVerbHit (on) something-(phrasal verb)to realise something orto think of an idea unexpectedly."I'd been thinking of how to solve the problem all night and then answer suddenly hit me.""When I first hit on the idea, everyone told me itwouldn't work."15.Phrasal Verb - Make UpYou've probably heard make up used as a noun for cosmetics, but did you know that it's also used as a phrasal verb?Make up - (noun)a cosmetic worn on the face to change your appearance.Make up -(phrasal verb)to forgive / apologize with someone and to be friends again after a fight or argument."I often fight with my brother but we always make up soon after."16.Cartoon - AheadThis month let's take a look at the word ahead. In the cartoon go on a head means put on, but this what we can mean by ahead:in a forward direction: "Go ahead"; "The boat moved ahead slowly"; "The train lurched ahead".at or in the front: "I see the lights of a city ahead";"The road ahead is wet"; "Staring straight ahead".toward the future; forward in time: "Look ahead and think about what may happen in the future".ahead of time; in anticipation: "If you pay ahead (or in advance) you receive a discount"; "She likes to planahead".to a more advanced or advantageous position: "A young woman sure to get ahead"; "Pushing employees ahead"to a different or a more advanced time (meaning advanced either toward the present or toward thefuture): "Moved the appointment ahead from Tuesdayto Monday"; "Pushed the deadline ahead from Tuesdayto Wednesday"leading in a competition: "The horse was two lengths ahead going into the home stretch"; "Ahead by two goals".17.Phrasal Verb - Look UpAs you know, we look up at something that is above us. For example you can look up at a tall building or look up at a bird in the sky. But did you know that it can also be used in the following way:Look Up- get better; improve.'The weather was terrible earlier, now it's starting to look up.''After a terrible start, sales for the month are finally looking up.' 18.Phrasal Verb - Act upYou probably know the verb to act used for actors acting in a film or in the theatre. When used as a phrasal verb with the preposition up it has a different meaning:Act up- Misbehave; behave badly or strangely.'My computer has been acting up recently. I need to getit repaired. It's probably got a virus.'19.English Joke: Hole in OneToday we are taking a look at an English joke. This joke is an example of a play on words - meaning that a phrase or word can can be used for more than one meaning to make a joke. Hole in one- is used in golf when a golfer gets the ball into the hole with just one shot.Hole in one - in this case the 'hole' means a hole in one pair of trousers.20.Phrasal Verb - 'Hold Up'we take a look at the phrasal verb hold up. Like most phrasal verbs it has more than one meaning. Here's how we can use hold up:to hold up- to hold something / someone up in the air.'When we landed in the airport our driver was waiting for us; he was holding up a sign with our names on it.'to hold up - to stop / delay someone for a moment.'You can go if you want to - don't let me hold you up."21.Phrasal Verb - 'See ThroughThis month's phrasal verb, see through, has two meanings. You can probably guess both meanings from the picture. Here's an explanation to help you out, just in case.Of course, we can use see through to mean 'look through':'The window is too dirty. I can't see through it.'See through, when used as a phrasal verb, also means tobe aware that someone is trying to lie or fool you:'The teacher could see through her student’s excuse very easily.' In the cartoon, the ghost's wife (do ghosts have wives?!) can see that he is trying to lie to her – she can see through his story.22.Phrasal Verb - 'Fall out'Let's take a look at the phrasal verb fall out. Like most phrasal verbs, it has more than one meaning. Here's how we can use fall out:to fall out - to separate. When one thing separates from another thing. In the cartoon the birds might separate from their nest (fall from the nest onto the ground), or you might fall out of your bed at night!'When you get old your hair and teeth start to fall out.'To fall out - to stop being friends with someone because you argued with them.'I'm not speaking to Jean anymore. We fell out last week when she said she didn't like my new boyfriend.'23.Phrasal Verb - 'Step on'Let's take a look at the phrasal verb step on. Here it can be seen as having two meanings:1)Step on - Usually 'step on it', is an informal way of telling someone to move quickly or to hurry up.'Step on it, taxi driver, or i'm going to be late for my flight!''We'd better step on it, or else we won't arrive in time.'2)Step on - Usually 'step on something', is used to mean 'stand on' or 'put your foot on top of something'.'Careful! Don't step on the cat!''Look! A cockroach! Step on it!'24.Cartoon - English Joke 3The key to this joke is hair.Hair has the same pronunciation as hare, which is an animal similar to a rabbit. So, when the woman tells him he has a stray hair, he thinks she is talking about his rabbit (his hare). The word stray means 'away from its place.' In this case stray could refer to his hair or the rabbit.25.Cartoon - English Joke 2"What do you mean, he rides his bike like lightning?""He's always hitting trees!"Explanation:Today's joke is based on the expression ...like lightning.We usually use this metaphor to mean that something happens quickly or fast. For example:'I ran like lightning to the bus-stop.' = I ran very quickly to the bus-stop.'She drives like lightning'- She drives her car fast.In this joke the meaning of like lightning is changed to mean that the boy on the bike hits trees as often as lightening does in a storm!26.Cartoon - English Joke"What makes the Leaning Tower of Pisa lean?""It never eats!"Explanation:The key to understanding this joke is the wordlean. Lean has two meanings:Lean (verb) means 'to slope to one side/ not straight' (as you can see, the tower isn't straight).Lean (adjective) means to be thin, healthy and not fat.'27.Phrasal Verb ' Break Down'The phrasal verb Break down + noun can be used to talk about analyzing something in detail: "You need to break down the maths problem in order to solve it properly."Break down is also used to talk about something that has stopped working properly: "Can you please come and pickme up from work? My car has broken down."We can also use Break down to describe crying: When she found out the news of her friends death she broke down in tears.28.Phrasal Verb - 'Drop off'Let’s take a look at the phrasal verb ‘drop off’. As you know, phrasal verbs can have more than one meaning. In this cartoon, ‘drop off’ means both ‘fall off’ and ‘fall asleep’. For example: 1) Drop off – similar to fallThe boys dropped stones off the cliff2) Drop off – fall asleepI dropped off while watching TV last nightHere are another 3 possible meanings for this phrasal verb. 3)Drop off- gradually decline/ become lessSales dropped off at the end of the month4)Drop off- stop somewhere for someoneCould you drop me off at the station?5)Drop off- stop and give something to someoneCould you drop this letter off at the post office for me。