Do you ever hear native speakers use expressions like “movie buff,” “gearhead,” or “shopaholic” and feel confused? In this episode, Andrew and Indiana break it all down for you. You’ll learn how to sound more natural and expressive when talking about your own passions or anyone else’s.

This episode is great for intermediate to advanced English learners who want to build their vocabulary, comprehension, and fluency.

In this lesson, you’ll learn:

✅ How to use useful, advanced vocabulary like cinephile, metalhead, and audiophile

✅ The difference between -phile, -head, buff, -holic, and fiend

✅ How to avoid sounding unnatural or overdoing it when using slang

✅ Why these expressions show up in pop culture, podcasts, and movies

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