Phrase of the Week: No Matter What

“I have to win, no matter what!” “Don’t worry. I’ll be there, no matter what!” Regardless of what may happen, I have to win. I will be there, even if there is a typhoon or an earthquake. This phrase is used to show determination....

Phrase of the Week: I’ll Get Him Back

“My brother ate the pudding I was saving, but I’ll get him back. I have to think of a good prank to play on him.” “You killed my father! I’ll get you for that!” To “get” someone often means to do them some kind of harm,...

Phrase of the Week: Pick Up

“I leaned over to pick up the pencil I had dropped.” “I have to pick up my daughter from soccer practice in half an hour.” “The sensor is picking up a signal!” “Pick up” has many meanings! 「落とした鉛筆をかがんで拾った。」...

Phrase of the Week: You’re the Best

“Can you drive me to the mall this afternoon?” “Sure, no problem.” “Thanks! You’re the best.” We tell someone “You’re the best” to express gratitude. They might not technically be the best in the world at a...

Phrase of the Week: Get Along

 ”We can’t leave our two cats alone in the house together. They don’t get along.” “You need to learn to get along with the other children your age.” When two or more people or animals are friendly together and don’t fight, we...