How fans talk about their passions ⏲️ 6 Minute English
Fandom is more than simply being a fan, and now the world of fandom has started to develop its own language. Beth and Neil discuss this and teach you some useful English vocabulary.
❓❓❓ This week’s question:
The original word ‘fan’ was first used about Americans in the early 20th century. But what were these Americans fans of?
Was it:
a) Hollywood movie stars?
b) Baseball?
c) Disney cartoons?
Listen to the programme to hear the answer.
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Vocabulary:
✔️like-minded - sharing similar opinions, ideas or interests
✔️quirky - odd or unusual, but in an attractive and interesting way
✔️mock - insult someone by laughing at them in an unkind way
✔️BIRGing (short for Basking in Reflected Glory) - feeling good about yourself when the team you support wins
a piece/a slice of the action - taking part in a celebration or other exciting group activity
✔️CORFing (short for Cutting off Reflected Failure) - distancing yourself from the team you support when they lose
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