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Post by Bonobo on May 23, 2008 8:41:12 GMT 1
Have you heard these English blunders? Throw your mother from the train a kiss. Throw the horse over the fence some hay. No, I haven`t. But I understand them! |
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Post by jeanne on May 23, 2008 11:32:20 GMT 1
Have you heard these English blunders? Throw your mother from the train a kiss. Throw the horse over the fence some hay. No, I haven`t. But I understand them! These are actually phrases used in US schools many years ago to teach children what NOT to say or write. And I remember my mother told me that when she was in high school she had a math teacher who would say everyday:"Put your papers on the table when you pass out." Do you get it? The students thought it was hilarious, but the teacher was being serious, not joking. |
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Post by Bonobo on May 23, 2008 16:55:26 GMT 1
And I remember my mother told me that when she was in high school she had a math teacher who would say everyday:"Put your papers on the table when you pass out." Do you get it? The students thought it was hilarious, but the teacher was being serious, not joking. Is it about the double meaning of pass out? To faint vs to leave after examination? |
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Post by jeanne on May 24, 2008 2:03:18 GMT 1
And I remember my mother told me that when she was in high school she had a math teacher who would say everyday:"Put your papers on the table when you pass out." Do you get it? The students thought it was hilarious, but the teacher was being serious, not joking. Is it about the double meaning of pass out? To faint vs to leave after examination? That's it!  |
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Post by Bonobo on May 24, 2008 18:12:00 GMT 1
What did students really want to say? He was flying a cat. ...buying a cat.  Flying a kite! have you found your dog yet! Steak and salad! ;D ;D ;D |
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Post by Bonobo on May 31, 2008 20:00:00 GMT 1
Bobobo --> heh nice try to imitate Polish students' mistakes:P but I don't think they would make those kinds of mistakes  but it's very funny  <bravo> Actually, they are all mistakes which my students have been making and I have been collecting them in my little notebooks (every year I start a new notebook) for a few years now. If they seem strange to you or too artificial, it is justifiable, yes, because most of them were made while speaking. I put them down strictly according to students` utterances. |
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Post by monka on Jun 1, 2008 20:00:29 GMT 1
I can see Nessie. I've been to Scotland in Loch Ness last summer:) Unfortunately I haven't seen Nessie   but the lake is really impressive Oh I didn't know that sorry but yes they are artificial to me in writing PS. "liver jacket" --> maybe "life jacket" ? |
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Post by Bonobo on Jun 1, 2008 20:20:13 GMT 1
Yes. If you want to see Nessie, you must watch the film Koń Wodny - Water Horse. We saw it at the cinema and kids were enthralled. So will you. Yes, in writing it would be impossible. But I can assure you - hearing those incorrect utterances is equally amusing. Liver jacket - wątrobiana kamizelka. hahahahahaha |
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Post by monka on Jun 1, 2008 21:00:34 GMT 1
Bonobo---> yes or "wątróbkowa" or "wątrobowa" why not ? hehehe I heard about that film and I like fantasy but isn't it for children? btw how old are you? and where do you teach your students? Kraków? |
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Post by Bonobo on Jun 1, 2008 21:20:29 GMT 1
I heard about that film and I like fantasy but isn't it for children? It is a family film! I am as old as Mr Karwowski when the story about him and his family started. In Krakow and around. |
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Post by monka on Jun 2, 2008 21:24:43 GMT 1
Bonobo---> goshhhh I have no idea who Karwowski is... Do you mean Łukasz Karwowski a Polish film director? heh you don't have to tell me how old you are if you don't want to, it's OK I'm just curious sometimes PS. I also can make some funny mistakes malapropisms I mean.. if I do so let me know please |
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Post by Bonobo on Jun 2, 2008 23:11:28 GMT 1
Bonobo---> goshhhh I have no idea who Karwowski is... Do you mean Łukasz Karwowski a Polish film director? heh Nope, not him. It seems you are too young to know it but don`t worry, it is only to your advantage. I meant Stefan Karwowski from the famous serial "Czterdziestolatek." I consider it the most hilarious Polish comedy serial. Curiosity killed the cat. ;D ;D ;D Not to worry again, I love being curious myself. I make my wife tell me all the gossip she hears from her mates. I would never dare. You are not my student.... ;D |
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Post by monka on Jun 3, 2008 19:39:42 GMT 1
so you are 40 heh yes yes I know --> Ciekawość to pierwszy stopień do piekła but if you ask a lot of questions you can learn a lot oh but please.. I want to be proficient one day so every advice is precious |
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Post by Bonobo on Jun 10, 2008 11:42:29 GMT 1
oh but please.. I want to be proficient one day so every advice is precious If you want to be proficient, guess these blunders: There were only donkeys and small fishing bats back then. Some TVs broke into our house while we were on holiday. I will be here for a whale. Do you know the course of the Baskerville family? The USA is a bike country. |
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Post by monka on Jun 12, 2008 20:41:02 GMT 1
1 There were only donkeys and small fishing rods back then. 2 Some burglars broke into our house and stole TVs while we were on holidays. ( ) 3 I will be here for a while I don't understand this "course" here... maybe : 4 Do you know the history of the Baskerville family? 5 The USA is a big country hmm I'm not sure |
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Post by Bonobo on Jun 12, 2008 20:57:42 GMT 1
1 There were only donkeys and small fishing rods back then. 2 Some burglars broke into our house and stole TVs while we were on holidays. ( ) 3 I will be here for a while I don't understand this "course" here... maybe : 4 Do you know the history of the Baskerville family? 5 The USA is a big country hmm I'm not sure Great applause for bravery! 1. Donkeys and small fishing boats were used to get around the island. 2. TVs were pronounced instead of thieves, in fact. 3. Yes. 4. The curse of the Baskervilles was connected with the fierce dog which killed people from the family. 5. Yes, yes! I thought you wouldn`t guess this one, I couldn`t understand it myself when I heard it. |
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Post by monka on Jun 13, 2008 15:46:21 GMT 1
uuu only 2 correct.. I must practice more |
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Post by Bonobo on Nov 23, 2008 14:06:16 GMT 1
English activity book   |
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Post by Bonobo on Nov 9, 2009 12:55:41 GMT 1
From my teacher`s diary. Can you guess the right form?
Our teacher makes us write a cosmopolitan twice a week.
Constitution Gay.
Please, don`t eat a cook.
I play terrible tennis with my grandad.
When she does time, she likes cooking Mexican food.
I have bought some apples. I am going to make apple pee.
Will you take the duck for a walk, please?
Have a meal prepared by our monster chefs!
And a proposition:
Boost your bust.
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Post by Bonobo on Jan 18, 2011 13:01:27 GMT 1
My students said or wrote:
Men are stronger than women so they can work as minors.
It is a wonderful film for the whale family.
One w hore is 60 seconds.
Barrels full of smuggled gods.
Be our leather against Guisborne and the Sheriff!
What`s your favourite sport? Skinning.
A parcel to the United Streets....
I except the cost of the service.
Bed friend.
Do you know all proper forms?
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Post by jeanne on Jan 18, 2011 23:41:25 GMT 1
My students said or wrote:
Men are stronger than women so they can work as minors.
It is a wonderful film for the whale family.
One w hore is 60 seconds.
Barrels full of smuggled gods.
Be our leather against Guisborne and the Sheriff!
What`s your favourite sport? Skinning.
A parcel to the United Streets....
I except the cost of the service.
Bed friend.
Do you know all proper forms? Yes, but I'll let the non-native speakers have a go. |
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Post by Bonobo on Jan 21, 2011 22:32:58 GMT 1
Yes, but I'll let the non-native speakers have a go. Hey, non-native speakers! |
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Post by Bonobo on May 30, 2011 11:47:14 GMT 1
Yes, but I'll let the non-native speakers have a go. Try these ones: Our teacher makes us write a cosmopolitan twice a week.
I play terrible tennis with my grandad.
When she does time, she likes cooking Mexican food.
Have a meal prepared by our monster chefs!And new students` achievements:
A: Stop the weeding!
B: It`s the Sheriff of Nottingham!
I brush my teeth and dress.
A lawyer needs to be reliable in the orchard.
Whose shit is this?
It`s Ben`s.
What size cook do you want? And just look at the funny ones: A student describes a picture in which a little girl is sleeping and keeping a teddy bear: She is taking red beer.
On 5th November people celebrate Gay Fawkes Day.
Join me for launch?
I was in a few friends.
My shit is dirty.
I know. I am going to wash it in a minute. |
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Post by jeanne on May 30, 2011 20:14:08 GMT 1
Yes, but I'll let the non-native speakers have a go. Try these ones: I haven't been posting in the forum much lately, so I can't resist trying these: Our teacher makes us write a composition twice a week. I play table tennis with my grandad. When she has time, she likes cooking Mexican food. [/i][/quote] Have a meal prepared by our master chefs! |
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Post by Bonobo on Jun 3, 2011 21:25:51 GMT 1
Not bad.
I must admit you know your English quite well. ;D ;D ;D ;D Did you study it anywhere?
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Post by jeanne on Jun 4, 2011 12:50:49 GMT 1
Not bad. I must admit you know your English quite well. ;D ;D ;D ;D Did you study it anywhere? I've picked up a bit of it from this forum! ;D ;D |
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Post by Bonobo on Jun 4, 2011 22:25:35 GMT 1
Not bad. I must admit you know your English quite well. ;D ;D ;D ;D Did you study it anywhere? I've picked up a bit of it from this forum! ;D ;D Yes, architectonic and other stuff will always remain in our memory. |
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Post by jeanne on Jun 4, 2011 22:35:13 GMT 1
I've picked up a bit of it from this forum! ;D ;D Yes, architectonic and other stuff will always remain in our memory. Agreed...I shall ever remember architectonic! ;D |
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Post by Bonobo on Jun 21, 2012 19:30:56 GMT 1
Next set.
Can you identify them?
I was with my friends on the pizza.
If you break down, stay inside your car.
The Eiffel Towel.
I like eating cabbage cheese for breakfast.
I love going to fabulous weedings and parties.
Men can shave bird.
She is moving the lawn.
Colin should train every day if he wants to win the rice.
Lover needs to be efficient and be able to do manual work.
The tour guy was awful. We would like our money back for bed service.
Close your eyes! Open your arse!
I am really sorry but I can`t be for supper.
I used to believe there were goats in the cemetery.
What does the waiter suggest in his article?
I brush my tits after breakfast.
Other popular pastimes include birdwatching and train stopping.
I usually spend my honey on cosmetics.
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Post by Bonobo on Feb 27, 2013 0:49:02 GMT 1
Next round by my students:
That`s the turd time this month the dishwasher has broken down.
They were fascinated by the Skycrapper Museum in New York.
Tank you.
A nurse is somebody who looks after stick people.
Recipe instructions: Flour with baking powder!
Best witches on your birthday!
I usually eat a snake when away from home.
A stockbroker buys and sells socks.
The House of Communist.
I had stiffed peppers for the main course.
If you have a difficulty, ask me.
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but it's very funny 
<bravo>
but the lake is really impressive