September 20, 2025 • 9 mins
EN:
In this episode of Learn UK English by Podcast, Neil and Rachel imagine their dream houses while teaching practical vocabulary for rooms and furniture—kitchens, studies, gardens, plus sofas, bookshelves, lamps, and more—all in lively, real-life context.
PT:
Neste episódio do Learn UK English by Podcast, Neil e Rachel imaginam suas casas dos sonhos enquanto ensinam vocabulário prático de cômodos e móveis—cozinha, escritório, jardim—além de sofá, estante, abajur e muito mais, em situações reais.
ES:
En este episodio de Learn UK English by Podcast, Neil y Rachel describen su casa soñada y enseñan vocabulario útil de habitaciones y muebles—cocina, estudio, jardín—junto con sofá, estantería, lámpara y más, en contexto auténtico.
FR:
Dans cet épisode de Learn UK English by Podcast, Neil et Rachel imaginent leur maison de rêve tout en présentant le vocabulaire des pièces et des meubles—cuisine, bureau, jardin—ainsi que canapé, étagère, lampe, etc., en contexte réel.
ZH (简体中文):
在本期 Learn UK English by Podcast 中，Neil 和 Rachel 描述他们的梦想之家，并讲解房间与家具词汇——厨房、书房、花园，以及沙发、书架、台灯等，在真实语境中学习。
AR (العربية):
في هذه الحلقة من Learn UK English by Podcast، يتخيّل نيل ورايتشل بيت أحلامهما ويقدّمان مفردات عملية لغرف المنزل والأثاث—المطبخ، المكتب، الحديقة—إضافةً إلى الأريكة، الرفوف، المصباح، وغيرها.
RU (Русский):
В этом выпуске Learn UK English by Podcast Нил и Рейчел описывают дом своей мечты и учат полезной лексике по комнатам и мебели—кухня, кабинет, сад—а также диван, книжные полки, лампа и др. в живом контексте.
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In this episode of Learn UK English by Podcast, Neil and Rachel imagine their dream houses while teaching practical vocabulary for rooms and furniture—kitchens, studies, gardens, plus sofas, bookshelves, lamps, and more—all in lively, real-life context.
PT:
Neste episódio do Learn UK English by Podcast, Neil e Rachel imaginam suas casas dos sonhos enquanto ensinam vocabulário prático de cômodos e móveis—cozinha, escritório, jardim—além de sofá, estante, abajur e muito mais, em situações reais.
ES:
En este episodio de Learn UK English by Podcast, Neil y Rachel describen su casa soñada y enseñan vocabulario útil de habitaciones y muebles—cocina, estudio, jardín—junto con sofá, estantería, lámpara y más, en contexto auténtico.
FR:
Dans cet épisode de Learn UK English by Podcast, Neil et Rachel imaginent leur maison de rêve tout en présentant le vocabulaire des pièces et des meubles—cuisine, bureau, jardin—ainsi que canapé, étagère, lampe, etc., en contexte réel.
ZH (简体中文):
在本期 Learn UK English by Podcast 中，Neil 和 Rachel 描述他们的梦想之家，并讲解房间与家具词汇——厨房、书房、花园，以及沙发、书架、台灯等，在真实语境中学习。
AR (العربية):
في هذه الحلقة من Learn UK English by Podcast، يتخيّل نيل ورايتشل بيت أحلامهما ويقدّمان مفردات عملية لغرف المنزل والأثاث—المطبخ، المكتب، الحديقة—إضافةً إلى الأريكة، الرفوف، المصباح، وغيرها.
RU (Русский):
В этом выпуске Learn UK English by Podcast Нил и Рейчел описывают дом своей мечты и учат полезной лексике по комнатам и мебели—кухня, кабинет, сад—а также диван, книжные полки, лампа и др. в живом контексте.
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/learn-uk-english-by-podcast--5978668/support.
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Speaker 1 (00:01):
Learn UK English but mudcast. Hello Rachel, Hi Neil. How's
the weather today where you are today?
Speaker 2 (00:16):
It's cloudy but still quite warm, a bit muggy.
Speaker 1 (00:20):
Did you get a lot of sunshine earlier?
Speaker 2 (00:22):
Yes? We did. And how's the weather up in Scotland?
Speaker 1 (00:26):
I bet you can guess cold as always? Right?
Speaker 2 (00:30):
Yep?
Speaker 1 (00:31):
So Rachel, are you excited for today's podcast?
Speaker 2 (00:36):
Yes, I'm really excited Today. Our topic is the dream house?
What do you think?
Speaker 1 (00:41):
Wow? The dream house.
Speaker 2 (00:44):
Yes, that's today's theme.
Speaker 1 (00:46):
Everyone's going to hear all about your dream house today.
Speaker 2 (00:50):
Yes, and yours too. Excellent, So let's start with some vocabulary.
Speaker 1 (00:56):
Let's go for it.
Speaker 2 (00:57):
In our dream house, we've got a kitchen, dining room,
a living room, a bedroom, a bathroom, a study, a balcony,
a laundry room, a hallway, a staircase, a garage, a garden,
a backyard, a swimming pool, and a sports court.
Speaker 1 (01:15):
Wow.
Speaker 2 (01:16):
And of course we can't forget the furniture. Go on,
We've got a cooker, a table, a chair, a kitchen cupboard,
a fridge, a microwave, a coffee table, a mirror, a rug,
a TV, a desk, a chest of drawers, a bookshelf,
an armchair, curtains or a pair of curtains, a picture,
(01:37):
a single bed, a double bed, a mattress, a wall clock,
a sofa, a lamp, a fan, and a computer.
Speaker 1 (01:47):
Okay, Rachel, let's play a little game. Sure, Let's imagine
you've just entered your dream house. Where would you put
the cooker.
Speaker 2 (01:55):
The cooker goes in the kitchen, and the table, well,
the coffee table would go in the living room, and
the dining table in the dining room.
Speaker 1 (02:04):
And where would the fridge go in your dream.
Speaker 2 (02:06):
House in the kitchen of course, what about the microwave
in the kitchen as well.
Speaker 1 (02:12):
The mirror.
Speaker 2 (02:13):
The mirror could go in the bathroom or the living
room to add a touch of elegance.
Speaker 1 (02:18):
Good point. And the rug.
Speaker 2 (02:20):
The rug could be in the living room or even
in the kitchen. The TV in the living room, the desk,
the desk would go in the study, the chest of
drawers in the bedroom, the bookshelf in the study or
the living room, the armchair the living room or the study,
the curtains in the living room or the kitchen, the
(02:44):
picture in the living room, and the single bed in
the bedroom, and the double bed in the bedroom. As well,
the mattress on top of the bed. Of course, the
wall clock. The most elegant place would be in the
living room or the kitchen, the sofa in the living room,
the lamp in the living room or the bedroom, the
(03:07):
fan in the living room or the bedroom, and.
Speaker 1 (03:10):
The computer in the study. Very good, Rachel. Now that
we've talked about the house and furniture, described to me
what your dream house would be like.
Speaker 2 (03:23):
Well, my dream house would have a garage, a living room,
an open plan kitchen, a dining room, three bedrooms, an
extra bathroom, a study, and a big backyard with a
swimming pool and barbecue area for friends and family.
Speaker 1 (03:38):
As for my dream house, it would have a big kitchen,
a dining room, a home cinema, a living room, a
games room, three bathrooms, two studies, a balcony and a seaview.
There would also be a laundry room, a large garden
with a sports court, a garage for five cars, a
(04:00):
garden with fruit trees, an Olympic sized swimming pool, pool,
a heated pool, and a gym. You know, just something simple.
Speaker 2 (04:10):
Wow, dreaming big?
Speaker 1 (04:12):
Absolutely? How many rooms would your dream house have, Rachel?
Speaker 2 (04:16):
Mine would have eight rooms, not counting the garage in
backyard impressive.
Speaker 1 (04:22):
And where would this dream house of yours be?
Speaker 2 (04:25):
It would be right here in my town, so I
could stay close to my family.
Speaker 1 (04:29):
I see. Do you live in a large town or
a small one?
Speaker 2 (04:33):
I'd say it's a small town, not too big, not
too tiny, but I'd still consider it small.
Speaker 1 (04:40):
A historic town, right, one that can't expand too.
Speaker 2 (04:43):
Much exactly, yes, protected by UNESCO.
Speaker 1 (04:48):
So, Rachel, what do you think are the advantages of
living in a big city compared to living in a
small town or vice versa.
Speaker 2 (04:58):
That's an interesting question, Neil, because I've only lived in
smaller towns. I think living in a small town is
great because everyone knows each other and the shops are
close by.
Speaker 1 (05:08):
That makes sense. I've lived in all sorts of places,
small towns, medium sized towns, and even massive cities. Now
I live in a medium sized city.
Speaker 2 (05:21):
Wow.
Speaker 1 (05:22):
Living in a small town is nice because it's peaceful.
You avoid the stress of big cities, and there's hardly
any traffic. Plus, people know each other and it's generally safer.
On the other hand, in a big city, it's quite
the opposite. That's true, You've got traffic jams, but you
also have a lot more things to do cinemas, theaters, events,
(05:48):
and you can blend in because no one really knows
you exactly. I'd say big cities are great for people
who are single or like an active social life, but
if you want to raise a family, a small town
might be a better choice. That's true, And what's your
opinion on that?
Speaker 2 (06:07):
For me, I think it'd be easier to live in
a small town because everything is nearby and it's more personal.
Speaker 1 (06:13):
Got it so, Rachel? How many houses have you lived
in so far?
Speaker 2 (06:19):
If I think about it, from childhood until now, I've
lived in six different houses, including the one I live
in now.
Speaker 1 (06:27):
Wow. Do you enjoy moving house?
Speaker 2 (06:29):
Not at all. I prefer having my own cozy place
and staying put.
Speaker 1 (06:34):
The hardest part about moving is packing everything and shifting
to a new place, isn't it.
Speaker 2 (06:39):
Yes, And you have to get used to new neighbors,
new surroundings exactly. How about you, Neil? How many houses
have you lived in all?
Speaker 1 (06:50):
At least twenty?
Speaker 2 (06:52):
Really?
Speaker 1 (06:53):
Before I got married, I was quite the nomad. I
lived with my mom, my dad, my sisters, uncles, cousins,
on my own and with friends. I've lived in different
parts of the UK and even abroad. After I got married,
though I settled down.
Speaker 2 (07:10):
That's amazing. What's your relationship like with your neighbors.
Speaker 1 (07:14):
Well, here in the UK, relationships with neighbors are quite
different from in Brazil. In Brazil, neighbors will just pop
in and say, hey, got any coffee, biscuits, fancy some cheesebread?
Exactly Here, it's more like good morning, see you later,
good morning. Sometimes it's just a nod or nothing at all.
Speaker 2 (07:37):
Wow. So there's not much chatting with neighbors, is there.
Speaker 1 (07:42):
Not really, Everyone tends to keep to themselves. But tell
me a bit about your town's architecture. What impresses you
the most.
Speaker 2 (07:50):
Well, our town has a lot of history. The historic
center is full of colonial era houses, especially around the
old church. These buildings now house restaurants, shops and even hotels.
It's quite charming.
Speaker 1 (08:06):
That sounds wonderful, Rachel. Today we've talked about houses, furniture,
dream homes, so much. Anything else you'd like to add, No,
that's all for today. Well, thank you so much for
being here. As always my pleasure.
Speaker 2 (08:23):
See you in the next.
Speaker 1 (08:24):
Podcast, See you in the next episode.
Speaker 2 (08:27):
Until next time, take care, bye bye.
Speaker 1 (08:31):
Bye bye. Thank you for tuning in to Learn UK
English by Podcast. We appreciate your loyal listenership. If you'd
like to take your support a step further, consider it
signing up for our patron community or acquiring our podcast
scripts with engaging exercises on Amazon under the title Learn
(08:54):
UK English by Podcast. Your continued support help us keep
the podcast going is strong. Stay tuned for more exciting content.
Learn UK English but mudcast. Hello Rachel, Hi Neil. How's
the weather today where you are today?
Speaker 2 (00:16):
It's cloudy but still quite warm, a bit muggy.
Speaker 1 (00:20):
Did you get a lot of sunshine earlier?
Speaker 2 (00:22):
Yes? We did. And how's the weather up in Scotland?
Speaker 1 (00:26):
I bet you can guess cold as always? Right?
Speaker 2 (00:30):
Yep?
Speaker 1 (00:31):
So Rachel, are you excited for today's podcast?
Speaker 2 (00:36):
Yes, I'm really excited Today. Our topic is the dream house?
What do you think?
Speaker 1 (00:41):
Wow? The dream house.
Speaker 2 (00:44):
Yes, that's today's theme.
Speaker 1 (00:46):
Everyone's going to hear all about your dream house today.
Speaker 2 (00:50):
Yes, and yours too. Excellent, So let's start with some vocabulary.
Speaker 1 (00:56):
Let's go for it.
Speaker 2 (00:57):
In our dream house, we've got a kitchen, dining room,
a living room, a bedroom, a bathroom, a study, a balcony,
a laundry room, a hallway, a staircase, a garage, a garden,
a backyard, a swimming pool, and a sports court.
Speaker 1 (01:15):
Wow.
Speaker 2 (01:16):
And of course we can't forget the furniture. Go on,
We've got a cooker, a table, a chair, a kitchen cupboard,
a fridge, a microwave, a coffee table, a mirror, a rug,
a TV, a desk, a chest of drawers, a bookshelf,
an armchair, curtains or a pair of curtains, a picture,
(01:37):
a single bed, a double bed, a mattress, a wall clock,
a sofa, a lamp, a fan, and a computer.
Speaker 1 (01:47):
Okay, Rachel, let's play a little game. Sure, Let's imagine
you've just entered your dream house. Where would you put
the cooker.
Speaker 2 (01:55):
The cooker goes in the kitchen, and the table, well,
the coffee table would go in the living room, and
the dining table in the dining room.
Speaker 1 (02:04):
And where would the fridge go in your dream.
Speaker 2 (02:06):
House in the kitchen of course, what about the microwave
in the kitchen as well.
Speaker 1 (02:12):
The mirror.
Speaker 2 (02:13):
The mirror could go in the bathroom or the living
room to add a touch of elegance.
Speaker 1 (02:18):
Good point. And the rug.
Speaker 2 (02:20):
The rug could be in the living room or even
in the kitchen. The TV in the living room, the desk,
the desk would go in the study, the chest of
drawers in the bedroom, the bookshelf in the study or
the living room, the armchair the living room or the study,
the curtains in the living room or the kitchen, the
(02:44):
picture in the living room, and the single bed in
the bedroom, and the double bed in the bedroom. As well,
the mattress on top of the bed. Of course, the
wall clock. The most elegant place would be in the
living room or the kitchen, the sofa in the living room,
the lamp in the living room or the bedroom, the
(03:07):
fan in the living room or the bedroom, and.
Speaker 1 (03:10):
The computer in the study. Very good, Rachel. Now that
we've talked about the house and furniture, described to me
what your dream house would be like.
Speaker 2 (03:23):
Well, my dream house would have a garage, a living room,
an open plan kitchen, a dining room, three bedrooms, an
extra bathroom, a study, and a big backyard with a
swimming pool and barbecue area for friends and family.
Speaker 1 (03:38):
As for my dream house, it would have a big kitchen,
a dining room, a home cinema, a living room, a
games room, three bathrooms, two studies, a balcony and a seaview.
There would also be a laundry room, a large garden
with a sports court, a garage for five cars, a
(04:00):
garden with fruit trees, an Olympic sized swimming pool, pool,
a heated pool, and a gym. You know, just something simple.
Speaker 2 (04:10):
Wow, dreaming big?
Speaker 1 (04:12):
Absolutely? How many rooms would your dream house have, Rachel?
Speaker 2 (04:16):
Mine would have eight rooms, not counting the garage in
backyard impressive.
Speaker 1 (04:22):
And where would this dream house of yours be?
Speaker 2 (04:25):
It would be right here in my town, so I
could stay close to my family.
Speaker 1 (04:29):
I see. Do you live in a large town or
a small one?
Speaker 2 (04:33):
I'd say it's a small town, not too big, not
too tiny, but I'd still consider it small.
Speaker 1 (04:40):
A historic town, right, one that can't expand too.
Speaker 2 (04:43):
Much exactly, yes, protected by UNESCO.
Speaker 1 (04:48):
So, Rachel, what do you think are the advantages of
living in a big city compared to living in a
small town or vice versa.
Speaker 2 (04:58):
That's an interesting question, Neil, because I've only lived in
smaller towns. I think living in a small town is
great because everyone knows each other and the shops are
close by.
Speaker 1 (05:08):
That makes sense. I've lived in all sorts of places,
small towns, medium sized towns, and even massive cities. Now
I live in a medium sized city.
Speaker 2 (05:21):
Wow.
Speaker 1 (05:22):
Living in a small town is nice because it's peaceful.
You avoid the stress of big cities, and there's hardly
any traffic. Plus, people know each other and it's generally safer.
On the other hand, in a big city, it's quite
the opposite. That's true, You've got traffic jams, but you
also have a lot more things to do cinemas, theaters, events,
(05:48):
and you can blend in because no one really knows
you exactly. I'd say big cities are great for people
who are single or like an active social life, but
if you want to raise a family, a small town
might be a better choice. That's true, And what's your
opinion on that?
Speaker 2 (06:07):
For me, I think it'd be easier to live in
a small town because everything is nearby and it's more personal.
Speaker 1 (06:13):
Got it so, Rachel? How many houses have you lived
in so far?
Speaker 2 (06:19):
If I think about it, from childhood until now, I've
lived in six different houses, including the one I live
in now.
Speaker 1 (06:27):
Wow. Do you enjoy moving house?
Speaker 2 (06:29):
Not at all. I prefer having my own cozy place
and staying put.
Speaker 1 (06:34):
The hardest part about moving is packing everything and shifting
to a new place, isn't it.
Speaker 2 (06:39):
Yes, And you have to get used to new neighbors,
new surroundings exactly. How about you, Neil? How many houses
have you lived in all?
Speaker 1 (06:50):
At least twenty?
Speaker 2 (06:52):
Really?
Speaker 1 (06:53):
Before I got married, I was quite the nomad. I
lived with my mom, my dad, my sisters, uncles, cousins,
on my own and with friends. I've lived in different
parts of the UK and even abroad. After I got married,
though I settled down.
Speaker 2 (07:10):
That's amazing. What's your relationship like with your neighbors.
Speaker 1 (07:14):
Well, here in the UK, relationships with neighbors are quite
different from in Brazil. In Brazil, neighbors will just pop
in and say, hey, got any coffee, biscuits, fancy some cheesebread?
Exactly Here, it's more like good morning, see you later,
good morning. Sometimes it's just a nod or nothing at all.
Speaker 2 (07:37):
Wow. So there's not much chatting with neighbors, is there.
Speaker 1 (07:42):
Not really, Everyone tends to keep to themselves. But tell
me a bit about your town's architecture. What impresses you
the most.
Speaker 2 (07:50):
Well, our town has a lot of history. The historic
center is full of colonial era houses, especially around the
old church. These buildings now house restaurants, shops and even hotels.
It's quite charming.
Speaker 1 (08:06):
That sounds wonderful, Rachel. Today we've talked about houses, furniture,
dream homes, so much. Anything else you'd like to add, No,
that's all for today. Well, thank you so much for
being here. As always my pleasure.
Speaker 2 (08:23):
See you in the next.
Speaker 1 (08:24):
Podcast, See you in the next episode.
Speaker 2 (08:27):
Until next time, take care, bye bye.
Speaker 1 (08:31):
Bye bye. Thank you for tuning in to Learn UK
English by Podcast. We appreciate your loyal listenership. If you'd
like to take your support a step further, consider it
signing up for our patron community or acquiring our podcast
scripts with engaging exercises on Amazon under the title Learn
(08:54):
UK English by Podcast. Your continued support help us keep
the podcast going is strong. Stay tuned for more exciting content.
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