Callum Robertson explores the topic of sounds. He mentions how sounds surround us, both from nature and man-made sources. While many sounds go unnoticed, people have specific sounds they love. Carrie's favorite sound is the crashing of waves, evoking memories of holidays and relaxation. He explains the ease of describing sounds using phrases like 'the sound of' followed by a noun or a noun phrase. Various individuals share their favorite sounds, employing similar structures. The sounds described include champagne corks popping, laughter, a baby cooing, a cat purring, and the ambiance of birdsong and children playing in a garden.
Vocabulary:
• Sounds: Vibrations in the air that we can hear with our ears.
• Noises: Unpleasant or disruptive sounds that may be loud or annoying.
• Wind: The movement of air, which we can sometimes hear, especially when it blows through trees or against surfaces.
• Traffic: The movement of vehicles, like cars and trucks, on roads or streets.
• Wave: A movement on the surface of water.
• To crash: When something makes a loud and forceful impact, like waves hitting the shore with a strong sound.
• To remind of: To bring back memories or thoughts of something, like a sound reminding you of a past experience.
• Seaside: The area by the sea or ocean, often characterized by beaches and coastal landscapes.
• Cork: a cap used to close bottles.
• To pop: The sound made when something bursts or opens suddenly, like the sound of a cork coming out of a bottle.
• Laughter: The sound people make when they find something amusing or funny, often a series of happy sounds.
• To coo: The soft, gentle sounds that babies make, usually expressing contentment or happiness.
• To purr: The low, continuous sound that a cat makes, often as a sign of comfort or pleasure.
• Peaceful: Calm and quiet, without disturbance or stress; a state of tranquility.
Source: BBC learning English.