3 ways English learners shoot themselves in the foot!

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Published 2023-10-10
English learners: Don’t shoot yourself in the foot! 😬
This curious English idiom is an interesting one to study! I’m sharing 3 ways that English learners shoot themselves in the foot (and will explain how to use this English idiom at the end of the video!)

#EnglishIdiom #Idioms #mmmEnglish #EnglishFun

Read the transcript for the original #mmmEnglishChallenge video here: mmmenglish.com/2023/10/10/3-ways-english-learners-…

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0:00 English learners: Don’t Shoot Yourself In the Foot!
0:38 Follow Through!
3:06 Set huge, general goals
5:01 Don’t compare yourself to others
06:05 Idiom explained: (to) Shoot Oneself In The Foot

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All Comments (21)
  • @mmmEnglish_Emma
    Can you think of a time when 'you shot yourself in the foot'?!! Tell me about it below!
  • @Michele_R13
    Hi Emma! ☺💐 I think that we (English learners) shoot ourselves in the foot when we hear a new word or a new figure of speech...and we don't stop to look for the meaning of that. I started forcing myself to look for the meaning of any word/idiom that I didn't know like 3 years ago...and that helped me to improve my English so much!😇🐣
  • @peterdoe2617
    Hi Emma, constantly doing it. 'Cause I'm a perfectionist in many topics. Fine with the english, so far: I've overcome my shame to speak imperfect english, many years ago. Today, some say that my english (in pronounciation and vocabulary) is better than of many folks, who've been living in the US for years. I'm german. Living in Germany. My wife once joked "his interpunction is better than mine!". And she was a former teacher (US) in elementary school. But some projects I don't start 'cause I don't think I can to it well enough. And to get things done, best way is: to even start. I'm better on the cooking side: just one ingredient I can not find? Leave it out! Cooking is somewhat like learning english, to me: there will always be something more to learn. As for the cooking: that will always be true for everyone around the world. hehe!
  • @davesmith6436
    Well hey you there, Dear teacher Emma! Long time no see you!🖐 Everything you described in the lesson related to me when I was a beginner learner, so later on I got the ball rolling (I managed to immerse myself in English completely) and eventually my hard work has led me to the great success that I've gotten for the time being! Surely, your awesome 'n' useful lessons have turned out to be the best thing since sliced bread for me already!👍 Keep up performing your needful 'n' excellent job! I so need you, cute Emma!💕
  • @ishusaini3396
    You are the best teacher of the world Emma I always watch your channel😊❤
  • @ammini999
    I really appreciate your way of motivating us. This video clearly expresses how we fundamentally procrastinate on a daily basis with various excuses the things we have to do in order to achieve our set goals. The tone in this video, even though very friendly, is quite severe but equally honest. It should be saved and watched every morning as we start our day. Everything you try to convey is applicable to any type of goal to be achieved, which makes it doubly useful. Thank you, Emma, please don't stop producing content. Warm regards from Italy.
  • @BatangIlocandia
    Im good in speaking but sometimes my grammar wasn't good. Btw, Thank your video. I can use this for future.
  • @user-js2jr7lc6z
    Dear Emma, you are an Australian diamond. Thanks to you, I continue to learn English.Thank you!
  • Emma it's obvious that you give lessons with your heart ♥️ The quality and diversity of tips that you transmit are so important and helpful !! Last March, I had the chance to become a grandfather and now, I want to improve my fluency for my grandson 🤩🤩 That helps me to keep up with you 😀
  • Thank you Emma, really your videos improve my English day after day. Thank you so much 🙏
  • @qingyun163
    I wish emmm would make more videos like this that talk about leaning methodologies , learning plans, learning attitudes and even other topics such as Australia’s culture, life styles, shopping, dinners, kids etc.
  • @J.O.0.0-8
    Thanks for your great explanation 😊
  • @nourhouda1480
    Thanks for the video teacher❤ You always shine through your valuable videos ✨
  • @kentafujii8941
    Thanks for the lesson! This week's lesson is absolutely thought-provoking. What you suggested applies to me a lot. I'll try to have achievable and measurable goals in learning English!
  • @JetFalcon
    I love Emma's accent, apart from her smiling face. It helps me to focus on what she's teaching us. Many thanks for the lessons! 😊 👍 🙋‍‍
  • Hello, Emma. I was giggling when you where talking about how someone is shooting their foot because I was just doing it with my homework that was assigned to us a month ago and it is going to be passed tomorrow. I kinda feel guilty. I like watching your videos since not only do I learn English, but your videos also influence me to be a better person. Thank you, Emma.
  • @theforegirls1218
    Thanks Emma. You are such an encourager. Everytime I watch your videos, you make me love english even more.❤❤❤❤