| Id | ESLPod_0520_WE_0715 |
|---|---|
| Episode Id | ESLPod 520 |
| Episode Title | Getting Directions and Parking Instructions |
| Phrase | to count on |
| Text | In this podcast, the phrase "to count on" means to assume or believe that something will happen, or to rely on something: "It's nice to know I can count on you to help me in difficult times." The phrase "to count (one's) blessings" means to feel thankful or happy for all the good things in one's life: "You should count your blessings! You have a good job, a beautiful home, a loving wife, and two healthy children." The phrase "to count (one's) chickens before they hatch" means to believe that something good will happen and make plans for it, even though it might not happen: "Don't count your chickens before they hatch! It might be months before your house sells, or it might sell for a lower price than you expect." |
| Topics | Transportation |
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