💬In this episode of the Learn English Podcast, we talk all about the word “dude.” Americans use a lot of informal language with each other—it’s part of the culture. One of the most common slang words in the U.S. is “dude,” because it’s so flexible. From disbelief and surprise to amusement or frustration, “dude” can express almost any emotion.So how can you use it naturally and sound more like a native speaker? When should you use it—and when shouldn’t you? When someone calls you “dude,” is that a good thing or not? And how did Americans start using this word in the first place?In this episode, you’ll learn the history of the word “dude,” when and how to use it, and what it means in different situations. We’ll also explore the phrase “Dude, seriously?!” and show you how pronunciation and intonation can change its meaning. Whether you want to sound casual with friends, express surprise, or show frustration, this episode will help you master the slang word “dude” and sound more natural in any conversation!🔔 Follow us on social media @LearnEnglishPod and visit our website:Podcast website: https://learnenglishpod.com/Follow us on social Media: https://linktr.ee/learnenglishpodTake lessons with me: https://www.italki.com/en/teacher/8531387📚Affiliate link for italki: https://www.italki.com/en/i/ref/GBBdbbAffiliate link for Lingq: https://www.lingq.com/?referral=msusc📝 Vocabulary List:1) per se: in itself, by itself2) dude: a casual term used to address a male or female3) well-dressed: wearing stylish and fashionable clothes4) rugged: strong and sturdy, and usually more rural5) ranch: a large farm, especially one used for raising livestock6) Vernacular: the everyday language spoken by a particular group of people7) Ubiquitous: present, appearing, or found everywhere8) derogatory: insulting or disrespectful9) inflection: the rise and fall of the voice in speech10) cut off: to interrupt someone or something

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