The English We Speak
Summary: Make the English you speak sound more natural with The English We Speak from bbclearningenglish.com. Every week, we look at a different everyday English phrase or piece of slang in this fun three-minute programme.
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Podcasts:
Neil and Li are keen to go home. How long will they have to wait for the bus?
Li is told she won the lottery. But is it true? Neil has bad news for her.
When does 'funny' have nothing to do with laughter?
Blue-sky thinking? Pushing the envelope? Learn what these business terms mean
Helen takes Neil out for tea but why does she put salt in his cup? Find out more
Rob wants a pay rise. But why do his 'cold feet' stop him asking for one?
It's hard to find the right place to live. Here's an expression about space.
Buying something really good but super cheap? This expression will make you think twice.
Li and Finn are looking on an online dating website. Li thinks she's found Mr Right. But Finn thinks he might be a wrong 'un. Learn more about this phrase in the programme.
Finn and Li are in the woods. Can they see more than birds flying in the sky?
Can't quite remember what to say? We have a phrase that might help you.
What does it mean if you say an actor has lots of awards under his belt?
When you are decorating, there are some things you can't brush over
How can Feifei save money for a new car? Will she go the extra mile?
Rob and Li go camping but they are not alone. Join them to learn a phrase
