.png)
Daily English Pod
Daily English Pod is a space for learning English beyond grammar and textbooks.
During the week, you’ll learn practical vocabulary, expressions, idioms, and real-life English, the language people actually use in everyday conversations, emotions, and work.
On weekends, we slow down. Through ideas from psychology, philosophy, and real human experience, we explore language as a way to better understand life, emotions, identity, and growth.
This podcast is created by Jale, an English teacher with 13 years of teaching experience and a Master’s degree in Applied Linguistics from Canada, who teaches with patience, clarity, and care, and believes learning works best when students feel seen, respected, and safe to think aloud.
The goal is simple but meaningful: to help you understand English deeply, use it confidently, and connect it to your real life. English here is not just a skill. It’s a gentle companion for clearer thinking, honest expression, and deeper human connection.
Daily English Pod
Speak for yourself
English lesson application (with Jale): https://forms.gle/RGS9xwfLHXRRnmaQ9
For checking the transcript: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2379282
Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/daily-english-pod/id1754079453
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5BlVNSNuNHtPtBS3NGqo7U?si=djxO8x_9Sk2QGTZXc21DlA&nd=1&dlsi=391f9eb5d2e247abXc21DlA
Speak for yourself
is used when someone expresses an opinion and assumes everyone feels the same way, but you don’t agree.
Examples
1- At work, a colleague said, “We’re all fine staying late tonight.” She replied calmly, “Speak for yourself — I already have plans.”
2- A friend complained, “Nobody likes this movie.” He laughed and said,
“Speak for yourself — I actually enjoyed it.”
Hi everyone, and welcome to Daily English. Today’s expression is short, common, and very powerful in everyday conversations. It’s “speak for yourself.”
One more time: “speak for yourself.”
Listen to this: They were sitting in a group when someone said, “We all agree this isn’t a good idea.” She paused, smiled politely, and thought, Actually… speak for yourself.
So what does this expression mean? “Speak for yourself” is used when someone expresses an opinion and assumes everyone feels the same way, but you don’t agree.
It’s a way to say: That’s your opinion, not mine.
Let’s listen to some examples:
At work, a colleague said, “We’re all fine staying late tonight.” She replied calmly,
“Speak for yourself — I already have plans.”
A friend complained, “Nobody likes this movie.” He laughed and said,
“Speak for yourself — I actually enjoyed it.”
Someone said, “We’re all tired of trying.” She thought for a moment and answered,
“Speak for yourself. I’m not ready to give up.”
“Speak for yourself” can sound strong, so tone matters.
Said with a smile, it sets a boundary. Said sharply, it can sound confrontational. Used gently, it’s simply a way of owning your voice.
And before you go, a small reminder: You don’t have to agree with the crowd.
You’re allowed to have your own view. And sometimes, it’s okay to say — calmly and clearly —
“Speak for yourself.”
Now it’s your turn: Have you ever wanted to say “speak for yourself,” but stayed quiet instead?
Thanks for listening to Daily English.
Have a lovely day — a great one.
See you tomorrow.