🚀 Episode Summary:
Curious about sports culture in Australia? In this episode of Speak English Confidently, Grace chats with Bill about some of the most popular sports in Australia, including Rugby and AFL (Aussie Rules Football). Bill shares his personal favorites, explains unique sports slang like a “specky” and a “big hit,” and even teaches us two team chants filled with Aussie pride and tradition.
This is a fun and engaging episode for English learners who want to expand their vocabulary, explore global sports culture, and practice listening through real conversation and rhythm.
🌟 In This Episode, You’ll Learn How to:
Talk about sports and competition in English
Understand Australian slang and expressions in context
Learn cultural chants and vocabulary through rhythm and repetition
🗣️ Vocabulary & Expressions in This Episode:
Specky – a spectacular catch in AFL where a player leaps onto the back of another
Big hit – a powerful tackle or collision in Rugby
Premiership – the championship or final competition
Try – a score in Rugby
🎵 Chants Featured in This Episode:
🎤 Chant 1: "Here Come the Tigers" – A team chant for the Balmain Tigers
🎤 Chant 2: "Cheer Cheer the Red and the White" – The official Sydney Swans theme song
These chants show how language, pride, and passion are woven into Australian sports culture.
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🌍 About This Podcast:Speak English Confidently helps English learners around the world build real conversation skills, expand vocabulary, and prepare for IELTS, TOEFL, CEFR exams, and everyday communication. Hosted by Grace from English with Grace — helping you speak clearly, confidently, and naturally.
