September 17, 2011 - Word of the Day: bling

Normally, the word of the day section of the website is for ordinary words that my students have trouble with. Today, however, I'll show you how to use a relatively new slang word for jewelry and expensive accessories. It's good to learn about slang words because you hear them used in movies and in popular music.

Nice grill! (grill: flashy dental work on the front teeth)

• Paul Wall is known for his bling.
• Wow! Check out the bling on that guy!
• If you wear too much bling, you might attract the attention of thieves.
• Denise doesn't like guys who wear a lot of bling. She's more interested in men who are conservative.
• Nick put a lot of bling into his car.

Bling can take the form of chains, big crosses, earrings, belts, rings, sunglasses, wristwatches--anything that is metal, flashy and attracts attention.

Word of the Day for September 16, 2011: tease

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