The stories behind our names ⏲️ 6 Minute English

Описание: Everyone has a name. It's an important part of our identity. But names can also have meanings that reveal our culture and history. Neil and Beth discuss this and teach you some useful vocabulary.

❓❓❓This week's question
What was the most popular name for baby girls in the UK last year. Was it:
a) Florence?
b) Olivia? or,
c) Amelia?
Listen to the programme to hear the answer.

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Vocabulary:
✔️typical - containing the most usual features of a particular type of person or thing; a good example of that type
✔️mass migration - historical movement of large groups of people from one geographical area to another
✔️pull the threads - (idiom) investigate deeper into something to reveal the hidden connections behind it
✔️anglicised - changed to appear or sound English
✔️(can't) be bothered - (don’t) make the effort to do something
✔️tricky - difficult to manage; requiring careful use

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