Hey there! This is TOP episode 310. Learn English With Huntrix “Golden”
You read English. You understand English. You’ve been learning for years, but when it’s time to speak your mind just freezes, and the words don’t come out. If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. My name’s Ola, and this is Teacher Ola Podcast. I’m here to help you finally speak out loud. This isn’t about perfect grammar or fancy vocabulary. This is about your voice. Your words. Your real English.
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In today’s episode, we’ll talk about phrases that sound simple but carry a lot of meaning. They touch on identity, honesty, and the way we grow through language. I won’t spoil it for you, but these are the kind of expressions that make English feel alive. I picked 7 phrases from “Golden” by Huntrix.
Let’s get started.
One. I was the queen that I’m meant to be
The phrase I’m meant to be (or it’s meant to be) is really common in everyday English. It’s a way of saying that something feels right, like it was supposed to happen, or it’s part of your purpose. You’ll often hear it when people talk about relationships, jobs, or life decisions. It’s not just about destiny — it’s also about acceptance, about realizing something fits you perfectly.
You might say it when you finally find a job that feels right, or when a relationship works out after a long time apart.
For example::
– I think we’re meant to be friends.
– I’m finally the person I’m meant to be.
Two. I lived two lives
This phrase means you were being two different versions of yourself, often because of pressure, fear, or expectations. You can use it when you feel like you’ve been hiding one part of yourself or acting differently in different situations, for example, one version of you at work and another at home. It’s useful because many people feel this way at some point, it’s about authenticity, being true to yourself.
You might say it after a big change, like quitting a job that didn’t fit you or ending a relationship where you pretended to be someone else.
Example sentences:
– For years, I lived two lives.
– I don’t want to live two lives anymore.
Three. Tried to play both sides
To play both sides means trying to stay friendly or neutral with two people or groups who disagree, or trying to get benefits from both without choosing one. It’s often used when someone doesn’t want to take a side in a conflict. It’s useful in daily life because conflicts and disagreements are normal and sometimes you get caught in the middle.
You might use it when you’re talking about workplace drama or arguments between friends.
Example sentences:
– He tried to play both sides, but it didn’t work.
– I hate playing both sides.
Four. But I couldn’t find my own place
To find your own place isn’t only about an apartment, it’s often about belonging, about finding where you fit in life, in a group, in a job, or in the world. It’s a powerful everyday expression because everyone experiences this feeling, especially when changing jobs, moving to a new city, or starting something new.
You might say it when talking about starting university or moving abroad and not feeling like you belong yet.
Example sentences:
– I tried, but I couldn’t find my own place there.
– I feel like I’ve finally found my place in this city.
Five. I’m done hidin’
The phrase I’m done doing something means you’ve had enough of it and you’re not going to continue. It’s used when you want to sound firm, when something has changed inside you, you’re not willing to do it anymore. Grammatically, it’s “I’m done” + -ing form (gerund), like I’m done waiting, I’m done pretending. It sounds natural, spoken, and emotional.
You might say it when you’ve reached a breaking point, for example, after always being quiet about your feelings or staying in a situation that doesn’t make you happy.
Example sentences:
– I’m done hiding who I really am.
– I’m done apologizing for everything.
Six. We came so far
Here, it’s interesting grammatically, many learners expect We’ve come so far (present perfect), which is also correct. We came so far (past simple) is used when you’re looking back, thinking about a finished period or a journey that has already ended. We’ve come so far focuses more on the present result, how far you are now. Both are fine, but in songs or emotional speech, we came so far sounds more reflective, more final.
You might use it when talking about a project you’ve finished or a long friendship that’s been through a lot.
Example sentences:
– We came so far together, I’ll never forget it.
– I can’t believe we’ve come so far from where we started.
Seven. Put these patterns all in the past now
Here, patterns means habits, behaviors, or ways of thinking that repeat again and again. The phrase to put something in the past means to let go of it, to move on emotionally or mentally. It’s common when you’re talking about personal growth, relationships, mistakes, old habits. It’s very useful because people use it naturally when they’re ready to stop living in the past.
You might say it after ending a toxic friendship or finally forgiving yourself for something.
Example sentences:
– I’m ready to put these patterns in the past now.
– Let’s just put it all in the past and move on.
Let’s practice all these phrases, shall we? Let’s go:
I think we’re meant to be friends.
I don’t want to live two lives anymore.
He tried to play both sides, but it didn’t work.
I hate playing both sides.
I tried, but I couldn’t find my own place there.
I feel like I’ve finally found my place in this city.
I’m done hiding who I really am.
I’m done apologizing for everything.
I can’t believe we’ve come so far from where we started.
Let’s just put it all in the past and move on.
And that’s a wrap for today’s episode.
If these phrases made you think about your own English journey, if you’ve ever felt stuck, unsure, or like you’re living two “English lives” one where you understand, and one where you still hold back from speaking, then maybe it’s time to change that.
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Bye for now, and see you in Voice Loop.