as a matter of fact
US /æz e ˈmætɚ ʌv fækt/
UK /æz ə ˈmætə ɔv fækt/
- Phrase
- In reality; actually; used to emphasize the truth of a statement, often when it differs from what someone might expect or believe.
- In reality; actually; used to emphasize the truth of a statement, often one that contrasts with or contradicts a previous statement.
C2Morebarely
US /ˈbɛrli/
UK /ˈbɛəli/
- Adverb
- Only just; just possible
A2TOEICMorebetray
US /bɪˈtre/
UK /bɪ'treɪ/
- Transitive Verb
- To endanger (friend) by giving enemy information
- To reveal something unintentionally.
B1Moreconfess
US /kənˈfɛs/
UK /kən'fes/
- Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
- To admit that you did something wrong
B1Morecontrary to
US /ˈkɑnˌtrɛri tu/
UK /ˈkɔntrəri tu:/
- Preposition
- In opposition to; against.
- Differing from; not in agreement with.
A1Moreeven once
US
UK
- Phrase
- At least one time; even a single time.
- Used to emphasize the infrequency or absence of something.
A2Morefirst off
US /fɚst ɔf/
UK /fə:st ɔf/
- Phrase
- To begin with; firstly.
- Most importantly; above all else.
A1Moregrumpy
US /ˈɡrʌmpi/
UK /'ɡrʌmpɪ/
- Adjective
- Easily annoyed and complaining
C1Morehost
US /host/
UK /həʊst/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Mass; a great number
- Person who entertains guests
- Transitive Verb
- To be the sponsor of an event, e.g. the Olympics
- To lead or start a party, program, or other event
A2TOEICMoreimitate
US /ˈɪmɪˌtet/
UK /ˈɪmɪteɪt/
- Transitive Verb
- To act, speak like someone or something else
B2Morein fact
US /ɪn fækt/
UK /in fækt/
- Adverb
- Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that contrasts with or contradicts something else.
- Used to introduce a more detailed or surprising piece of information.
- Phrase
- Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that is surprising or contrary to what might be expected.
C1Morein real life
US /ɪn ˈriəl laɪf/
UK /in riəl laif/
- Phrase
- In the physical world; not online or in a fictional setting.
- Actually; genuinely; not made up or fictional.
A2Moreinstead of
US /ɪnˈstɛd ʌv/
UK /inˈsted ɔv/
- Preposition
- When one thing is replaced by another
- Adverb
- As a substitute or alternative.
A1Moreon camera
US /ɑn ˈkæmərə/
UK /ɔn ˈkæmərə/
- Adverb
- While being filmed or recorded.
- Adjective
- Having qualities that make one appear good or effective when filmed.
A1Moreon the couch
US /ɑn ðə kaʊtʃ/
UK /ɒn ðə kaʊtʃ/
- other
- Receiving psychotherapy or psychological treatment.
B1Moreput off
US /pʊt ɔf/
UK /put ɔf/
- Phrasal Verb
- To take off, e.g. clothing
- To delay until a later date
A1Moretalking about
US
UK
- Phrasal Verb
- To discuss a particular topic.
- To be constantly mentioning or bringing up a subject.
A1Morethreat to
US
UK
- Phrase
- A person or thing likely to cause damage or danger.
- A statement of an intention to inflict pain, injury, damage, or other hostile action on someone in retribution for or opposition to something done or not done.
B2Morewith it
US /wɪð ɪt/
UK /wið it/
- Adjective
- Intelligent, alert, and up-to-date.
- Understanding and knowledgeable about current trends or information.
A1More
Vocabulary
- on camera: While being filmed or recorded.
- in real life: In the physical world; not online or in a fictional setting.
- instead of: When one thing is replaced by another
- first off: To begin with; firstly.
- threat to: A person or thing likely to cause damage or danger.
- put off: To take off, e.g. clothing
- as a matter of fact: In reality; actually; used to emphasize the truth of a statement, often when it differs from what someone might expect or believe.
- even once: At least one time; even a single time.
- on the couch: Receiving psychotherapy or psychological treatment.
- in fact: Used to emphasize the truth of a statement, especially one that contrasts with or contradicts something else.
- with it: Intelligent, alert, and up-to-date.
- contrary to: In opposition to; against.
- talking about: To discuss a particular topic.
- life: All the living things e.g. animals, plants, humans
- imitate: To act, speak like someone or something else
- barely: Only just; just possible
- act: To behave in a certain way
- real: Actually existing or happening, not imagined
- wear: To have clothes, glasses, shoes etc. on your body
- host: Mass; a great number
- watch: To keep in check, manage, or control something
- grumpy: Easily annoyed and complaining
- read: Person's name
- cool: Steady and calm when facing difficulties
- buy: To believe something; accept
- confess: To admit that you did something wrong
- funny: Causing laughter; amusing
- betray: To endanger (friend) by giving enemy information
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She took a brave step forward, leaving behind her comfort zone to chase her dreams.
Vocabulary
- brave
adj. Having courage
- comfort zone
phr. A familiar situation where one feels safe
Explanation
a brave step is a noun phrase, where brave is an adjective modifying the noun step, meaning "a courageous step".
forward is an adverb modifying step, meaning "ahead".
The whole phrase serves as the object, answering the "what" of took (verb) — she took a brave step forward.
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brave
US/brev/
UK/breɪv/
adj.Brave
v.t.To bravely face
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Exposing My Dad
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韓澐 posted on 2016/07/16Get ready for some hilarious family dynamics in this short vlog! You'll hear some super relatable situational dialogue as the creator hilariously roasts their dad, complete with a surprise cameo and an unexpected reaction that's sure to make you laugh. It's a fantastic way to practice simple sentence structures and pick up some fun, everyday conversational phrases!
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