A buzzword is a word or phrase that is currently popular or fashionable. Some people criticise them for being used too much, but they exist for a reason – they’re useful! In this vocabulary lesson, I’ll introduce you to nine buzzwords and phrases which are currently in regular use. We’ll talk about: the new normal, synergy, unprecedented, unpack, think outside the box, reach out, courtesy call, go viral, and unmute. After you’ve taken the lesson, do try the quiz to test your understanding. http://www.engvid.com/english-vocabulary-builder-learn-9-buzzwords/
More of my vocabulary lessons:
Improve Your Vocabulary: 23 words for being happy/sad in English https://youtu.be/67Q2N11-Ruw
Advanced English Vocabulary: Puns & Double Meanings https://youtu.be/4e9pSFN795U
In this lesson:
00:00 What are buzzwords?
02:19 the new normal
03:57 synergy
06:26 unprecedented
08:38 unpack
10:33 think outside the box
12:00 reach out
13:07 courtesy call
15:23 go viral
16:56 unmute
17:54 – Conclusion –