Social English ソーシャル英語

Percy Woods III
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英語の下の日本語Welcome! What is "Social English"?It's real conversational English used in social situations in modern English. Our goal is to help English learners become confident in communicating with native English speakers around the world using “Social English”. I am your American friend and guide as we have a friendly discussion about English topics. I will correct Japanese listeners who ask me to fix their English, fix common "Google translate" mistakes, challenge you with new, modern English words used today, and even give you tips to improve your English speaking skills. I am so excited for you to join me.いらっしゃいませ！「ソーシャルイングリッシュ」とは？これは、現代英語の社会的状況で使用される実際の会話英語です。 私たちの目標は、英語学習者が「ソーシャルイングリッシュ」を使用して世界中のネイティブの英語話者と自信を持ってコミュニケーションできるようにすることです。私はあなたのアメリカ人の友達であり、英語のトピックについて友好的な議論をしているガイドです。私は、英語を修正し、よくある「Google翻訳」の間違いを修正し、今日使用されている新しい現代英語の単語で挑戦し、英語を話すスキルを向上させるためのヒントを提供するように求められる日本語のリスナーを修正します。皆様のご参加を心よりお待ちしております。 毎日少し英語を上達させましょう！ Improve your English a little, every day!

  1. 6d ago

    287.Never Answer With One Word—Use the IIWC Framework 一言で答えない秘訣

    Send me a message! Every Japanese learner makes this mistake: someone asks a question, you answer yes or no, and the conversation stops dead. In this episode, we teach you the IIWC framework (Initial, Introduction, Why, Continuance)—a simple four-step system that turns dead-end one-word answers into flowing conversations. Listen and learn the exact move that keeps conversations alive. Support the show Your friends speak English. You want to join them naturally. You're afraid. That fear is normal. | 友達が英語を話してる。自然に入りたい。怖い。その恐れは普通。Here's the thing: you already have the English. You just need the framework. | ここがポイント：英語はもう持ってる。フレームワークが必要なだけ。 Get the free guide and start today: www.realsocialenglish.com | ガイドをもらって今日から始めよう。 Instagram @social_english_for_japanese  TikTok @realsocialenglish

    287.Never Answer With One Word—Use the IIWC Framework 一言で答えない秘訣

  2. Aug 1

    286.Purchase vs. Buy — Which One Sounds Natural? 「Purchase」vs.「Buy」：どっちが自然？

    Send me a message! Both words mean "to acquire something in exchange for money." But in American English, they sound completely different—and using the wrong one makes you sound like a learner, not a native speaker. In this episode, we break down when to use "buy" (casual, everyday) and when to use "purchase" (formal, official, business). You'll learn the register differences, the situations where each one fits, and why understanding this "vibe difference" is what separates textbook English from real Social English. Key Scenarios: When you're at Starbucks • When you're signing a contract • When you're texting a friend • When you're talking to a client • When you're shopping online Listen and discover: Why "purchase" in the wrong moment makes you sound stiff • Why "buy" is the default for everyday American life • How register matters more than vocabulary SHOW NOTES !! Same Meaning, Different Vibe: Both "purchase" and "buy" mean to acquire something in exchange for money. But in American English, they're used in completely different situations. Using the wrong one makes you sound formal when you should sound casual, or casual when you should sound formal. Key Contexts for "Buy": - Ordering at Starbucks: "I'm going to buy coffee" - Texting a friend: "I bought the new Taylor Swift album" - Casual shopping: "I'm buying groceries this weekend" - Natural conversation: "They bought their house in 2015" Key Contexts for "Purchase": - Legal documents: "Date of purchase: July 17, 2026" - Business emails: "We will purchase office supplies" - Formal transactions: "The company purchased new equipment" - Financial terms: "Your purchase receipt is attached" Cultural Note: In American English, "buy" is the default. "Purchase" is the formal outlier. If you're not sure which to use, default to "buy." Challenge: Write two sentences—one casual (using "buy"), one formal (using "purchase"). Notice the difference in how they feel. Support the show Your friends speak English. You want to join them naturally. You're afraid. That fear is normal. | 友達が英語を話してる。自然に入りたい。怖い。その恐れは普通。Here's the thing: you already have the English. You just need the framework. | ここがポイント：英語はもう持ってる。フレームワークが必要なだけ。 Get the free guide and start today: www.realsocialenglish.com | ガイドをもらって今日から始めよう。 Instagram @social_english_for_japanese  TikTok @realsocialenglish

    286.Purchase vs. Buy — Which One Sounds Natural? 「Purchase」vs.「Buy」：どっちが自然？

  3. Jul 17

    285. FME:"Fix My English: Master the 3 Exact Fixes That Make You Sound Native (Reika's Transformation)" | 「Fix My English：リーカが学んだ3つの修正法をマスターして、ネイティブみたいに聞こえるようになる」

    Send me a message! English: "A real listener submitted her English. We found three mistakes that EVERY Japanese learner makes. Learn why fragments sound unnatural, when to use 'still,' and how one word changes everything. Fix My English shows you exactly how to sound native—not like a textbook. Your mistakes are proof you're trying. Let's make you sound like a speaker, not a learner." | Japanese: 「実際のリスナーが英語を送ってくれました。日本人学習者がみんな失敗する3つの間違いを見つけました。なぜ断片的な文は不自然に聞こえるのか、『Still』をいつ使うのか、1つの単語ですべてが変わる理由を学びます。Fix My Englishは、ネイティブみたいに聞こえる方法を正確に教えます。教科書みたいに聞こえるのではなく。あなたの間違いは、頑張っている証拠です。スピーカーになろう。」 Support the show Your friends speak English. You want to join them naturally. You're afraid. That fear is normal. | 友達が英語を話してる。自然に入りたい。怖い。その恐れは普通。Here's the thing: you already have the English. You just need the framework. | ここがポイント：英語はもう持ってる。フレームワークが必要なだけ。 Get the free guide and start today: www.realsocialenglish.com | ガイドをもらって今日から始めよう。 Instagram @social_english_for_japanese  TikTok @realsocialenglish

    285. FME:"Fix My English: Master the 3 Exact Fixes That Make You Sound Native (Reika's Transformation)" | 「Fix My English：リーカが学んだ3つの修正法をマスターして、ネイティブみたいに聞こえるようになる」

  4. Jul 8

    284.Color Communication: Yellow — Are You Driven by Fun and Connection? カラーコミュニケーション：イエロー — あなたは楽しさとつながりで動くタイプ？

    Send me a message! o you say "Oh my gosh" before you even finish hearing the plan? Do you want every hangout to be exciting? You might be a Yellow communicator — and in this episode, we finish our Color Communication series with the most energetic style of all. 計画を聞き終わる前に「Oh my gosh」と言ってしまう？あなたはイエロータイプかもしれません。 In Episode 284 of the Social English Podcast, we explore the Yellow communication style — driven by fun and connection. You'll learn the exact phrases Yellow communicators use in everyday American English, hear them in a natural conversation between Ava, Yuki, and Rafael, and discover how to bring more warmth and energy into your own English conversations. In this episode you'll learn: このエピソードで学べること： - What it means to be a Yellow communicator - 5 enthusiastic phrases Yellow communicators use every day - How to match a Yellow communicator's energy without exhausting yourself - The full Color Communication framework — Red, Green, Blue, and Yellow - How to sound warmer, more expressive, and more American in conversation Key phrases covered: 重要フレーズ： "Oh my gosh — yes!" → わあ、やった！ "Come on — let's just do it!" → さあ行こう！ためらわないで！ "This is going to be so fun!" → これ、すごく楽しくなりそう！ "You're literally the best!" → 本当に最高！ "I love this energy!" → このエネルギー、大好き！ 🎧 Listen now and discover your communication color. 📥 Want the full Color Communication one-sheet? Follow us on Instagram @social_english_for_japanese or TikTok @realsocialenglish for updates on our free download. Support the show Your friends speak English. You want to join them naturally. You're afraid. That fear is normal. | 友達が英語を話してる。自然に入りたい。怖い。その恐れは普通。Here's the thing: you already have the English. You just need the framework. | ここがポイント：英語はもう持ってる。フレームワークが必要なだけ。 Get the free guide and start today: www.realsocialenglish.com | ガイドをもらって今日から始めよう。 Instagram @social_english_for_japanese  TikTok @realsocialenglish

    284.Color Communication: Yellow — Are You Driven by Fun and Connection? カラーコミュニケーション：イエロー — あなたは楽しさとつながりで動くタイプ？

  5. Jun 13

    283."Obtain" or "Get"? One Is Killing Your English 「Obtain」か「Get」か？どちらかがあなたの英語を台無しにしています

    Send me a message! Have you ever heard a formal English word and wondered — is this just a fancy version of a simpler word I already know? フォーマルな英語の言葉を聞いて、「これって普通の言葉の難しいバージョンじゃないの？」と思ったことはありませんか？ In Episode 283 of the Social English Podcast, we tackle one of the most important vocabulary questions in English — what's the difference between "obtain" and "get"? They mean the same thing. But they don't feel the same. And in English — how something feels matters just as much as what it means. 「obtain」と「get」は同じ意味を持ちますが、使う場面の「感じ方」が全く違います。英語では、何を意味するかだけでなく、どう聞こえるかも同じくらい重要です。 In this episode you'll learn: このエピソードで学べること： The exact difference between "obtain" and "get"When to use each one — and why getting it wrong can make you sound unnaturalWhat "register" means in English — and why it mattersReal-life situations Japanese learners commonly face — with the right word for eachA 5-question quiz to test your understandingKey concept covered: 重要コンセプト： "Obtain" = formal, official, effort-required situations｜フォーマル、公式、手続きが必要な場面 "Get" = casual, everyday, relaxed situations｜カジュアル、日常会話、リラックスした場面 🎧 Listen now and learn when to wear the suit — and when to wear casual Friday. 📲 Follow us: Instagram: @social_english_for_japanese TikTok: @realsocialenglish Support the show Your friends speak English. You want to join them naturally. You're afraid. That fear is normal. | 友達が英語を話してる。自然に入りたい。怖い。その恐れは普通。Here's the thing: you already have the English. You just need the framework. | ここがポイント：英語はもう持ってる。フレームワークが必要なだけ。 Get the free guide and start today: www.realsocialenglish.com | ガイドをもらって今日から始めよう。 Instagram @social_english_for_japanese  TikTok @realsocialenglish

    283."Obtain" or "Get"? One Is Killing Your English 「Obtain」か「Get」か？どちらかがあなたの英語を台無しにしています

  6. Jun 5

    282.ETNU "Bestie" — What It Means and Why You Need It 英語で使わないで：「ベスティ」— 意味と使い方、今すぐ覚えたい理由

    Send me a message! Has an American friend ever called you their "bestie" — and you weren't sure what it meant? アメリカ人の友達に「bestie」と言われて、意味がわからなかったことはありませんか？ In Episode 282 of the Social English Podcast, we break down one of the warmest and most popular slang words in American English — "bestie." You'll learn exactly what it means, when to use it, and how to use it naturally in real conversations. In this episode you'll learn: このエピソードで学べること： What "bestie" means and where it comes from3 ways to use "bestie" in everyday American EnglishWhen it's appropriate — and when it's notHow Americans express warmth and affection out loudA real conversation between Percy and Hiyori — a Japanese English learner just like youKey phrases covered: 重要フレーズ： "You're my bestie." ｜ あなたは私のベスティ（親友） "She's been my bestie for years." ｜ 彼女は何年も私のベスティ "Come on, bestie — you've got this!" ｜ がんばれ、ベスティ！あなたならできる！ "You're literally my bestie." ｜ 本当に、あなたは私のベスティ Whether you're a beginner or intermediate English learner — this episode will help you sound more natural, warm, and culturally fluent in American English conversations. 🎧 Listen now and discover your new favorite word. 📲 Share this episode with YOUR bestie: Instagram: @social_english_for_japanese TikTok: @realsocialenglish Support the show Your friends speak English. You want to join them naturally. You're afraid. That fear is normal. | 友達が英語を話してる。自然に入りたい。怖い。その恐れは普通。Here's the thing: you already have the English. You just need the framework. | ここがポイント：英語はもう持ってる。フレームワークが必要なだけ。 Get the free guide and start today: www.realsocialenglish.com | ガイドをもらって今日から始めよう。 Instagram @social_english_for_japanese  TikTok @realsocialenglish

    282.ETNU "Bestie" — What It Means and Why You Need It 英語で使わないで：「ベスティ」— 意味と使い方、今すぐ覚えたい理由

  7. May 28

    281. Fix My English! — Yuki from Tokyo | 4 Real Mistakes Fixed with Kindness 私の英語を直して！— 東京出身ユキさんの4つのミスをやさしく添削

    Send me a message! Have you ever written something in English and wondered — is this correct? Does this sound natural? 英語を書いて、「これで合ってるかな？」と思ったことはありませんか？ In Episode 281 of the Social English Podcast, we do something a little different. A real listener — Yuki from Tokyo, Japan — submitted her English writing to the show. And today, we're going to read it together, celebrate it, and fix it — with kindness. In this episode you'll learn: このエピソードで学べること： Why "I looking forward" is wrong — and the simple fixWhen to use possessive pronouns like "my" in EnglishHow to use articles correctly — "a" vs. "an"The #1 grammar mistake Japanese English learners make with present continuous tenseHow to spell "weather" correctly — and a trick you'll never forgetKey fixes covered: 重要な修正ポイント： "improve English level" → "improve my English level" ｜所有代名詞「my」の使い方 "have exciting time" → "having an exciting time" ｜冠詞「an」の使い方 "I looking forward" → "I am looking forward" ｜現在進行形の助動詞 "westher" → "weather" ｜スペルミスの修正 Whether you're a beginner or intermediate English learner — this episode will help you speak and write more naturally in everyday American English. 🎧 Listen now and fix your English — with kindness. 📲 Submit YOUR English for a future Fix My English episode: Instagram: @social_english_for_japanese TikTok: @realsocialenglish Support the show Your friends speak English. You want to join them naturally. You're afraid. That fear is normal. | 友達が英語を話してる。自然に入りたい。怖い。その恐れは普通。Here's the thing: you already have the English. You just need the framework. | ここがポイント：英語はもう持ってる。フレームワークが必要なだけ。 Get the free guide and start today: www.realsocialenglish.com | ガイドをもらって今日から始めよう。 Instagram @social_english_for_japanese  TikTok @realsocialenglish

    281. Fix My English! — Yuki from Tokyo | 4 Real Mistakes Fixed with Kindness 私の英語を直して！— 東京出身ユキさんの4つのミスをやさしく添削

  8. May 17

    280. Color Communication: Blue — Are You a Logical, Structured Communicator? カラーコミュニケーション：ブルー — あなたは論理的で構造的なタイプ？

    Send me a message! Are you someone who always wants a plan before you act? Do you ask questions, think carefully, and want all the details before making a decision? You might be a Blue communicator — and in this episode, we're going to teach you exactly what that means in English. あなたは行動する前に計画が必要なタイプですか？もしそうなら、あなたはブルーのコミュニケータータイプかもしれません。 In Episode 280 of the Social English Podcast, we explore the Blue communication style — driven by logic and structure. You'll learn the exact phrases Blue communicators use in everyday American English, hear them in a natural conversation between Ava, Yuki, and Rafael, and discover how to use these phrases in your own real-life situations. In this episode you'll learn: このエピソードで学べること： What it means to be a Blue communicator5 powerful phrases Blue communicators use every dayHow to respond when someone is communicating with you in a Blue styleThe difference between Blue, Red, Green, and Yellow communication stylesHow to sound more confident, clear, and structured in English conversationsKey phrases covered: 重要フレーズ： "Can you walk me through that?" 　→　一歩一歩説明してください "Let me think about this for a moment." 　→　少し考えさせてください "What's the plan?" 　→　計画を教えてください "Can you give me more details?" 　→　もっと詳しく教えてください "I want to make sure I understand correctly." 　→　正しく理解できているか確認させてください 🎧 Listen now and discover your communication color. 📥 Want the full Color Communication one sheet? Follow us on Instagram @social_english_for_japanese or TikTok @realsocialenglish for updates on our free download. Support the show Your friends speak English. You want to join them naturally. You're afraid. That fear is normal. | 友達が英語を話してる。自然に入りたい。怖い。その恐れは普通。Here's the thing: you already have the English. You just need the framework. | ここがポイント：英語はもう持ってる。フレームワークが必要なだけ。 Get the free guide and start today: www.realsocialenglish.com | ガイドをもらって今日から始めよう。 Instagram @social_english_for_japanese  TikTok @realsocialenglish

    280. Color Communication: Blue — Are You a Logical, Structured Communicator? カラーコミュニケーション：ブルー — あなたは論理的で構造的なタイプ？
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英語の下の日本語Welcome! What is "Social English"?It's real conversational English used in social situations in modern English. Our goal is to help English learners become confident in communicating with native English speakers around the world using “Social English”. I am your American friend and guide as we have a friendly discussion about English topics. I will correct Japanese listeners who ask me to fix their English, fix common "Google translate" mistakes, challenge you with new, modern English words used today, and even give you tips to improve your English speaking skills. I am so excited for you to join me.いらっしゃいませ！「ソーシャルイングリッシュ」とは？これは、現代英語の社会的状況で使用される実際の会話英語です。 私たちの目標は、英語学習者が「ソーシャルイングリッシュ」を使用して世界中のネイティブの英語話者と自信を持ってコミュニケーションできるようにすることです。私はあなたのアメリカ人の友達であり、英語のトピックについて友好的な議論をしているガイドです。私は、英語を修正し、よくある「Google翻訳」の間違いを修正し、今日使用されている新しい現代英語の単語で挑戦し、英語を話すスキルを向上させるためのヒントを提供するように求められる日本語のリスナーを修正します。皆様のご参加を心よりお待ちしております。 毎日少し英語を上達させましょう！ Improve your English a little, every day!

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