acquaintance

https://tts.langeek.co/read?text=YWNxdWFpbnRhbmNl&hash=885b4759bdd019b273f382f6f31ef910a5bee8bc&lang=en&cache-only=0&driver=googletts

The idiom "on the same wavelength" originated from radio communication technology. In radio, different stations transmit signals at specific frequencies or wavelengths. When two or more stations are tuned to the same frequency, they can receive and understand each other's signals clearly. This concept was metaphorically adapted to human communication and is now used to suggest a shared understanding or agreement between individuals.

What is the origin of the idiom "on the same wavelength" and when to use it?

on the same wavelength

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boss

https://tts.langeek.co/read?text=Ym9zcw&hash=9cf53192b2572c381e008756b35d0ea64e31878f&lang=en&cache-only=0&driver=googletts

classmate

https://tts.langeek.co/read?text=Y2xhc3NtYXRl&hash=bfadc3b9a66cff084ca1e42006a489f2f4cb5e2d&lang=en&cache-only=0&driver=googletts

colleague

https://tts.langeek.co/read?text=Y29sbGVhZ3Vl&hash=6d3f2992f43dc72b2fe865da8a76a17c2a581221&lang=en&cache-only=0&driver=googletts

company

https://tts.langeek.co/read?text=Y29tcGFueQ&hash=5669bfb86ba34336de9ee6b4bde77472ac6c5929&lang=en&cache-only=0&driver=googletts

https://tts.langeek.co/read?text=ZXg&hash=61efcfedfb0fc097a2c30e64fe6e656c2677da48&lang=en&cache-only=0&driver=googletts

to fall out

https://tts.langeek.co/read?text=dG8gZmFsbCBvdXQ&hash=aec82035e364e4bf4e61dbb428ae01b3aa8747b0&lang=en&cache-only=0&driver=googletts

in-law

https://tts.langeek.co/read?text=aW4tbGF3&hash=13a9606a1fd1512bfd6b271933a7f36852ffad16&lang=en&cache-only=0&driver=googletts

to [get] to know  {sb/sth}

https://tts.langeek.co/read?text=dG8gZ2V0IHRvIGtub3cgIHNvbWVib2R5IG9yIHNvbWV0aGluZw&hash=dbe9fc52f83d82e5d8a8808f2e1d7c5004642e6e&lang=en&cache-only=0&driver=googletts

in common

https://tts.langeek.co/read?text=aW4gY29tbW9u&hash=6dec8a3a8f936c263ee3da62c725f6dfab38b6d3&lang=en&cache-only=0&driver=googletts

https://tts.langeek.co/read?text=cm93&hash=87c12e44c2d8d954dd7a75879ae9f195abed94c8&lang=en&cache-only=0&driver=googletts

The origin of the term "sense of humor" can be traced back to ancient Greek and Roman philosophers who explored the concept of humor and its effects on human emotions. It is commonly used in conversations, articles, and discussions about comedy and human interaction. It describes how someone finds things funny and uses humor to connect with others and create a positive atmosphere.

What is the origin of the idiom "sense of humor" and when to use it?

sense of humor

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The idiom "lose touch" has its origin in the literal sense of losing physical contact or connection with someone or something. Over time, it has evolved into a figurative expression, signifying the loss of communication or contact with a person, group, or a specific situation. This idiom can be traced back to the idea that when people or objects physically move apart, they are no longer in direct contact or close proximity, which is now used metaphorically to describe a lack of ongoing interaction or connection.

What is the origin of the idiom "lose touch" and when to use it?

to [lose] touch

https://tts.langeek.co/read?text=dG8gbG9zZSB0b3VjaA&hash=603152c72899f736582808228bfcbacbe920f127&lang=en&cache-only=0&driver=googletts

to [lose] {one's} temper

https://tts.langeek.co/read?text=dG8gbG9zZSBvbmUncyB0ZW1wZXI&hash=13c0b26c976d06401ca1c32e8f74b7f1793d5fb2&lang=en&cache-only=0&driver=googletts

The idiom "see red" is believed to have originated from the physiological response of the human body during intense emotional states, particularly anger. The phrase is commonly used in situations where individuals feel deeply angered, provoked, or threatened, leading to an intense visceral reaction. It can be used during arguments, conflicts, or confrontations when emotions run high and individuals may act impulsively or aggressively.

What is the origin of the idiom "see red" and when to use it?

to [see] red

https://tts.langeek.co/read?text=dG8gc2VlIHJlZA&hash=040a4c8ea1c8091b3792e9b8382509b31225a29f&lang=en&cache-only=0&driver=googletts

stepmother

https://tts.langeek.co/read?text=c3RlcG1vdGhlcg&hash=00eabd20abf531a406251f0ef578fc792c0630e4&lang=en&cache-only=0&driver=googletts

stranger

https://tts.langeek.co/read?text=c3RyYW5nZXI&hash=8cd68aefbd6b3836a852994fe35a5294e3e067f3&lang=en&cache-only=0&driver=googletts

teammate

https://tts.langeek.co/read?text=dGVhbW1hdGU&hash=411f629d77caea8f660613061749a0f0aeeaa74d&lang=en&cache-only=0&driver=googletts

to belong to

https://tts.langeek.co/read?text=dG8gYmVsb25nIHRv&hash=9e632512d4cd2d3eeb145012e4d17c36e291b3a8&lang=en&cache-only=0&driver=googletts

fluent

https://tts.langeek.co/read?text=Zmx1ZW50&hash=e436b4ccc425a0b5859da2efdd56ff2984e9c410&lang=en&cache-only=0&driver=googletts

keen

https://tts.langeek.co/read?text=a2Vlbg&hash=79d1263e6f0220ecfcc56a5ef0f80809bb247199&lang=en&cache-only=0&driver=googletts

to spend

https://tts.langeek.co/read?text=dG8gc3BlbmQ&hash=8cbedff337906a3adffe84559cee283aba1d7880&lang=en&cache-only=0&driver=googletts

interested

https://tts.langeek.co/read?text=aW50ZXJlc3RlZA&hash=c624b78995f332d1f6484b100565cc709526ca33&lang=en&cache-only=0&driver=googletts

to worry

https://tts.langeek.co/read?text=dG8gd29ycnk&hash=fd3808e7f0941e93ad9d714fe4193c8741e7cf86&lang=en&cache-only=0&driver=googletts

dependable

https://tts.langeek.co/read?text=ZGVwZW5kYWJsZQ&hash=f9428ee479a50edc1c1560ac49e71a9eb25bb7b3&lang=en&cache-only=0&driver=googletts

encouraging

https://tts.langeek.co/read?text=ZW5jb3VyYWdpbmc&hash=71f1555f564dd4833b3fea9ae6809857fef6916f&lang=en&cache-only=0&driver=googletts

generous

https://tts.langeek.co/read?text=Z2VuZXJvdXM&hash=35271dbae9a9d049951c4cd10dfd3455c97976a0&lang=en&cache-only=0&driver=googletts

kindhearted

https://tts.langeek.co/read?text=a2luZGhlYXJ0ZWQ&hash=af18bf95fce23c710c4421b81395b2924fff94e7&lang=en&cache-only=0&driver=googletts

jealous

https://tts.langeek.co/read?text=amVhbG91cw&hash=6b9a0160d5fda640ff1680ca21841644eb191865&lang=en&cache-only=0&driver=googletts

mean

https://tts.langeek.co/read?text=bWVhbg&hash=4ae69d872e85121e5c7ef5467641f1fd062fb49c&lang=en&cache-only=0&driver=googletts

pleasant

https://tts.langeek.co/read?text=cGxlYXNhbnQ&hash=e96bd5097b1b2c2f5d00935c5d4e28969202a24d&lang=en&cache-only=0&driver=googletts

selfish

https://tts.langeek.co/read?text=c2VsZmlzaA&hash=4c82861574c9f0ee072b6219de1acf852dad07ee&lang=en&cache-only=0&driver=googletts

sulky

https://tts.langeek.co/read?text=c3Vsa3k&hash=83272b0bc7d89ab21d8d7529d78572447af49a2b&lang=en&cache-only=0&driver=googletts

upbeat

https://tts.langeek.co/read?text=dXBiZWF0&hash=afbcfa5afa98ce3933bb1e550ffd72e61dc1cbf3&lang=en&cache-only=0&driver=googletts

to bring up

https://tts.langeek.co/read?text=dG8gYnJpbmcgdXA&hash=9ce7785922c216faf90517bcf1d161dba6a839be&lang=en&cache-only=0&driver=googletts

to carry on

https://tts.langeek.co/read?text=dG8gY2Fycnkgb24&hash=a6a1f074227aeb3091c1c6415ccbc95054a475f6&lang=en&cache-only=0&driver=googletts

to get on

https://tts.langeek.co/read?text=dG8gZ2V0IG9u&hash=e83c010b5c8811d810da1180eec7c1e14e4f3554&lang=en&cache-only=0&driver=googletts

to grow up

https://tts.langeek.co/read?text=dG8gZ3JvdyB1cA&hash=c1938bbda0871f5538a1daa00083ce428dfab4b1&lang=en&cache-only=0&driver=googletts

to look after

https://tts.langeek.co/read?text=dG8gbG9vayBhZnRlcg&hash=d4f2386ac965195ff0d7981a8555c0836e43e30a&lang=en&cache-only=0&driver=googletts

to look up to

https://tts.langeek.co/read?text=dG8gbG9vayB1cCB0bw&hash=12199c099852d4246867545edbd4d90cc82d7611&lang=en&cache-only=0&driver=googletts

to take after

https://tts.langeek.co/read?text=dG8gdGFrZSBhZnRlcg&hash=66ceb80ce4d59aec45ecdd8e71c29cb073e2f769&lang=en&cache-only=0&driver=googletts

to tell off

https://tts.langeek.co/read?text=dG8gdGVsbCBvZmY&hash=daee7da0ec93c185d8c33dbfb1ad91109250de2b&lang=en&cache-only=0&driver=googletts

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 1 - Reference in the Total English Intermediate coursebook, such as "upbeat", "acquaintance", "keen", etc.

Total English Intermediate - Unit 1 - Reference

Unit 1 - Reference

Total English Intermediate "Unit 1 - Reference" Vocabulary