VOA慢速英语:从鸭子身上吸取的人生教训

born to (do something) – phrasal verb having a natural talent or ability in a particular area.

instinct – n. a natural ability

natural – n. a person regarded as having an innate gift or talent for a particular task or activity.

bothered – adj. feeling or showing agitation, worry, annoyance, etc.

opposite – n. a word with a meaning that is completely different from the meaning of another word

ruffled affected by a loss of calmness or composure

messed up – phrasal verb to make a mistake : to do something incorrectly

composure – n. calmness especially of mind, manner, or appearance

rolls off his back – idiomatic expression Not to let something bother you, or get the best of you.