Post 007

Written By English w/ Nabi

Turning Over a New Leaf

"After years of putting things off, I finally decided to turn over a new leaf. I started waking up early, hitting the gym, and eating better. My friends couldn’t believe it. They said, ‘Wow, who are you?’ I just smiled and told them it was time for a fresh start."

Question: What does "turn over a new leaf" mean here?

PIE PROMPTS

  1. Pronunciation

    • Listen to the audio and repeat or use it as a guide while you read the story. Practice smooth pronunciation of “turn over a new leaf.”

  2. Intonation

    • Sentence: “I finally decided to turn over a new leaf.”

    • Intonation variations:

      • “I finally decided to turn over a new leaf.” (Stressing decided emphasizes determination.)

      • “I finally decided to turn over a new leaf.” (Stressing turn highlights the action of change.)

      • “I finally decided to turn over a new leaf.” (Stressing new emphasizes starting fresh.)

  3. Expression

    • Idiom: Turning over a new leaf means making a fresh start or changing for the better.

    • Use this idiom: When you decide to improve or change your behavior or habits.

English w/ Nabi

Hello, I'm Nabi Blooms—a writer, illustrator, and English tutor with a simple goal: to help people improve their English skills one step at a time. My approach revolves around creating straightforward yet effective books that teach various concepts in a user-friendly manner.

I have a genuine love for helping others, and my tutoring style reflects this. I focus on honing one skill at a time to make the learning process manageable and enjoyable. Through my writing and illustrations, I aim to bring clarity to language learning, making it accessible to everyone.

My passion lies in assisting those learning English to sound more natural. I understand the challenges of mastering a new language, and I'm here to guide and support individuals on their linguistic journey. Whether it's through the pages of a book or in a tutoring session, I'm dedicated to making the process of learning English as seamless and enriching as possible.

http://www.englishwnabi.com
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