Rob and Feifei go out shopping. She has lots of money but Rob doesn't. Why is Rob so poor? Will Feifei realise the reason why? Listen to the programme to find out.
Feifei
I love this shop, Rob! It has everything you need and then things you don't even know you need! Look at this suitcase! Real leather. Very smart. I'm getting the beige one. Take the black one for yourself, Rob.
Rob
I can't buy anything at the moment, Feifei. I haven't got any money.
Feifei
You should save some money so you can buy things like this. Here—this one is a bit smaller and costs less… Oh, mine is big and luxurious though…
Rob
I did save some money but I lent it to a friend last month and I'm still waiting to be paid back.
Feifei
Oh, Rob. You shouldn't lend money to just anybody… Oh! I love that handbag too…
Rob
Really?! Yes, last month someone came to me and said she needed some cash desperately for the rent.
Feifei
Oh… Oh, that's right! It was me… Sorry, Rob. I completely forgot…
Rob
Well, finally the penny dropped!
Feifei
Where? Where? You can't be dropping your pennies if you need cash! Let me help you to find them.
Rob
It's not on the floor, Feifei. In English when we say 'the penny dropped' we mean somebody has finally realised or understood something.
Feifei
Well, so let's hear some examples of how this expression is used.
Examples
Susan keeps postponing the wedding, Joe. When is the penny going to drop? She doesn't love you!
If your boss doesn't appreciate you, why not leave a job advert from another company on your desk? That will make the penny drop!
Feifei
What an interesting expression. I'll pay you back, Rob. I promise.
Rob
Thank you. I'm glad because I want to buy one of these suitcases and they cost a pretty penny.
Feifei
Oh! Enough penny expressions for today, Rob. Bye!
Rob
Bye bye!