Words Worth Saying

About Words Worth Saying

Welcome to Words Worth Saying—your go-to podcast for leveling up your vocabulary in a fun and easy way! Every day, we break down one cool, unusual English word. You’ll learn what it means, where it comes from, how to use it in your day-to-day life, and even how it’s popped up in movies, books, or songs. Think of it as your daily cheat sheet for speaking with more confidence and style. Tune in and discover words that are absolutely worth saying!

Publisher

Burk

Category

education

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

3 Dec 2024

Latest episode

17 Jan 2026

Latest episodes

119 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   17 Jan 2026

   Ep. 100 - Limerence: When a Crush Becomes an Obsession

   Ever had a crush that completely took over your thoughts? In this episode of Words Worth Saying, we explore the word limerence, a fascinating term that describes intense romantic obsession fueled by uncertainty and longing. Learn what it really means, where it comes from, and how to use it naturally in everyday conversation to describe feelings you may have experienced but never had a word for.

2. 

   16 Mar 2025

   Ep. 99 - Abashed: Embarrassed, Disconcerted, or Ashamed

   Ever felt embarrassed and ashamed at the same time? That’s exactly what abashed captures. In today’s episode of Words Worth Saying, we break down this expressive word, explore its origins, and show you how to use it in everyday conversations. Plus, we’ll look at how characters like Bridget Jones, Ron Weasley, and Mr. Darcy have all had their abashed moments. If you enjoy the episode, sharing it would mean a lot—but no pressure, of course! See you tomorrow for another Word Worth Saying!

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   15 Mar 2025

   Ep. 98 - Dawdle: Waste time

   In today’s episode of Words Worth Saying, we explore the word dawdle—a term for moving too slowly, wasting time, or lingering unnecessarily. Where did this word come from? How can you use it naturally in conversation? And what famous characters have made dawdling their signature move? Tune in to expand your vocabulary and express yourself more precisely. If you enjoy the episode, sharing it with a friend would mean the world. See you tomorrow for another Word Worth Saying!

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

YouTube views

4,657,709,572

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

3.5 / 5

4 ratings

Spotify

3.9 / 5

15 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 63 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

69

Social presence

0

YouTube

93

Engagement

50

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