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11 common English words with slang meanings you can’t guess!
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林宜悉 posted on 2026/04/04Think you know what words like 'vegetable' or 'beef' mean? Think again! This fun video dives into 11 common English words that have totally unexpected slang meanings, perfect for boosting your everyday conversational skills.
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US /ɪn'gedʒ/
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UK /ɪn'ɡeɪdʒ/
- Transitive Verb
- To start to fight with an enemy
- To hire someone for a task or job
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More basically
US /ˈbesɪkəli,-kli/
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UK /ˈbeɪsɪkli/
- Adverb
- Used before you explain something simply, clearly
- In essence; when you consider the most important aspects of something.
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US /ɪmˈpruv/
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UK /ɪm'pru:v/
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To make, or become, something better
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US /spɛkˈtækjəlɚ/
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UK /spekˈtækjələ(r)/
- Adjective
- Impressive or out of the ordinary
- Noun
- A lavish or elaborate display or performance.
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