Treasure Island part one - Uses of 'time'
Watch part 2 here: www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/...
Words, words, words...
You know how it feels when you think you know all about an English word - and then you discover that it has a whole load of meanings that you didn't know about? And that people use it in phrases that completely change its meaning? Well don't worry - we're here to help!
X Uses of... is a brand new series that brings you multiple uses of familiar words through the medium of stories new and old, classic and modern. So sit back, relax and improve your English with part one of the first story in the series.
TRANSCRIPT:
Hello, my name's Mariam and I've got an exciting story about pirates, treasure and murder, set on a tropical island far out at sea.
The story begins a long time ago, in London, where a skinny-looking young boy called Jim Hawkins lives. He finds a dusty old sea chest hidden in the cellar of his house. Using all his strength, he manages to lift open the heavy lid. He peers inside and finds a rolled-up piece of tattered old paper. In no time he's unrolling the piece of paper, revealing a map showing an island with a cross on it. "Surely this must mean there's treasure buried there?" he says to himself.
Knowing that it will only be a matter of time before someone else finds the treasure, he rushes off to find a ship that will take him across the sea to this distant island. The journey is long and at times the sea is rough and stormy. As time goes by, Jim realises the crew are not the honest and helpful bunch of men he believed them to be - they're pirates! As they can't be trusted, he doesn't tell them about the treasure map - but the crew are suspicious.
At one time or another, an old pirate captain had hidden a horde of treasure on a secret island, and the pirates know this is where Jim is heading. One night he overhears them hatching a plan...
"This must be the island where Captain Flint left all that gold and silver" says one of them.
"We'll let Jim lead us to the treasure and then kill him" says another.
We'll leave the story there for now. Join me again soon to find out what happens when Jim reaches the island. Bye for now.
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She has great skills in story telling. Can't wait to hear more stories and phrases. Also, the background piano music is awesome!
@bbclearningenglish
8 жыл бұрын
There will be another one tomorrow (Thursday). Watch this space!
A long time ago I decided to pass an exam to get a certificate in English. I knew it was only a matter of time to find the correct exam centre. As time went by I found a PET centre and applied for an exam session in December. But I was told there were changes in a schedule and the exam might be at one time or another. So I had to call to the centre time after time to get the information about an exam date. I must admit that this was a very time-consuming thing to do. At times I even wanted to give up the idea of passing a certificate exam. Last week I tried for the last time to call to the centre and it became my lucky time as in no time I was informed about the upcoming exam in June.
such a great part in bbc !
so interesting a story.In no time I remember 6 uses of the word Time. Thanks :))
Thanks for the videos and english subtitles. Way to go
Stuning idea to gain new vocab. ! Thanks a bundle ;)
Awesome, thanks.
This is so wonderful to hear you. It is the best english learning program ihave ever enjoyed on youtube.
@bbclearningenglish
4 жыл бұрын
That's very nice of you to say! We're glad you're enjoying! 😀
Wow. It also shows the levels of words like C1
can't wait 🙈
Where is the Part two?
Wow, such cool videos! I am definitely going to recommend them to my students!
@bbclearningenglish
8 жыл бұрын
We're glad you like them, Anastasia!
Thanks darling, these videos are so helpul and interesting! ;D
name of the instrument song from 2:24 pls
I wish you were on soundcloud too.
Mmmm, something new!
Cute storyteller)
Please. I can't find the next episode
This over my head I didn't catch that I think this for advanced
thanks a lot))) can it be downloaded to my phone or pc?
@bbclearningenglish
8 жыл бұрын
You can download the video here www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/course/towards-advanced/unit-1/downloads
What's the meaning of c1 c2 a2 and ....?
@bbclearningenglish
8 жыл бұрын
This shows the level of the word - starting with A1 as easiest.
Was marry the narrator of Shakespeare Speaks Series?
@bbclearningenglish
8 жыл бұрын
Hello, Helen was the narrator of Shakespeare Speaks.
😍😍😍
I'm confused. I thought "in no time" meant "never" and here "in no time" means "quickly". Can anyone explain to me ? Thanks
@bbclearningenglish
8 жыл бұрын
The phrase you are thinking of is 'at no time' = never.
@gamu
8 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much.
where is the part 2 ?
@bbclearningenglish
7 жыл бұрын
Hi Emre Arslan. Part 2 is here: www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/course/towards-advanced/unit-1/session-4/activity-2
@emrearslan1541
7 жыл бұрын
+bbclearningenglish thank you so much and we're looking forward to seeing new episode ! :)
I couldn't understand the meaning of 'only a matter of time' despite the given explanation.
Story Was nice but I really don't understand the way she talking just like a out my head
Please talk slowly we are not a native speaker
@bbclearningenglish
8 жыл бұрын
Hello Aarif, we've added the transcript for you to read as you listen. Hope that helps!
@Arifauto
8 жыл бұрын
+bbclearningenglish so kind of you