Tag: EL Fest

THE DAILY NUGGET Nugget #4 Where stories mirror life (and/or the other way around) Fantasy stories have spawned hugely popular movies/shows that have contributed many iconic lines to the English language, often sparking new phrases, expressions, and cultural references. Here are some notable examples: 1.     "My precious." - The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers Usage: Refers to something one treasures greatly, often … Continue reading English Fest 2024: EL Nugget #4 (on þurresdæg, Thuresdai, “Thor’s Day”, Thursday)

 THE DAILY NUGGET Nugget #3 Brought to you by Hermes (from Greek mythology, not the French luxury brand)  Greetings, mortals! I am Hermes, the swift-footed messenger of the gods. Today, I bring you a treasure trove of wisdom that weaves the timeless tales of old into the fabric of your modern speech.  From the towering heights of … Continue reading English Fest 2024: EL Nugget #3

THE DAILY NUGGET Nugget #2 Idioms related to Myths, Fantasy & Magic  Guess this idiom! Answer: Pull a rabbit out of the hat  Did you get it right?  Yup! It is as literal as it is! But do you know what this idiom means? Read on to find out! So the next time you encounter a friend or relative … Continue reading English Fest 2024: EL Nugget #2

 THE DAILY NUGGET Nugget #1 English is such a fascinating language that we cannot give it due justice by extolling that in just a few emails but to tie it to our week of enchantment and magic, let's just say that it's a 'living' language that is ever, ever growing! Yes! A new word is added to the dictionary every two hours! English … Continue reading English Fest 2024: EL Nugget #1