And now, Words and Their Stories, from VOA Learning English.

Do you like to learn about ancient history?

If you do, you could call yourself a history buff.

If you are a "buff," you have a strong interest in a subject and want to learn all about it.

History buffs can have a special interest in a particular historical period in the past.

For example, they might read a lot about ancient Greek or Roman history.

History buffs might be interested in ancient Mesopotamia or Carthage.

Or perhaps the ancient Mayans or Incas would be up their alley.

If something is up your alley, it goes along with your interests.

It is something you want to know more about.