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The English We Speak: Speak someone's language
Tue, 16 Sep 2025 09:58:00 +0000
This expression is a different way to say 'I love that idea' or 'I completely agree'.
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The English We Speak: Ate
Tue, 09 Sep 2025 09:48:00 +0000
This expression is a way to say someone did something really well. Learn it here.
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The English We Speak: Muddle along
Tue, 02 Sep 2025 10:30:00 +0000
An expression meaning you're managing OK even if you don't have a plan. Learn it here.
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The English We Speak: Tough it out
Tue, 26 Aug 2025 09:55:00 +0000
When you face a difficult time, you can tough it out.
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The English We Speak: A you problem
Tue, 19 Aug 2025 08:20:00 +0000
Don't know this expression? That sounds like a you problem. Learn how to use this expression with Phil and Feifei.
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The English We Speak: Can't put my finger on it
Tue, 12 Aug 2025 09:16:00 +0000
I know I recognise you, but I can't quite put my finger on where we met. Learn how to use this phrase with Georgie and Feifei.
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The English We Speak: All hands on deck
Tue, 05 Aug 2025 08:01:00 +0000
This phrase comes from a boating context. Learn how to use it here.
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The English We Speak: The CEO of...
Tue, 29 Jul 2025 08:56:00 +0000
This expression is a funny or silly way of saying someone is the best at something. Learn it here.
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The English We Speak: Up to my eyes in
Tue, 22 Jul 2025 10:02:00 +0000
An expression meaning you're very busy with something stressful or time-consuming.
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The English We Speak: Dabble in
Tue, 15 Jul 2025 08:56:00 +0000
Here's an expression that talks about doing something for fun. Learn how to use it here with Phil and Feifei.
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The English We Speak: Rope someone in
Tue, 08 Jul 2025 08:00:00 +0000
This phrasal verb is about persuading someone to do something. Learn it here with Georgie and Feifei.
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The English We Speak: Scratch the surface
Tue, 01 Jul 2025 08:40:00 +0000
This phrase is about dealing with only a small part of something. Learn how to use it with Georgie and Feifei.
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The English We Speak: Step into the shoes
Tue, 24 Jun 2025 10:40:00 +0000
Learn an expression about responsibility.
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The English We Speak: Drop
Tue, 17 Jun 2025 09:40:00 +0000
An expression meaning something exciting like a song or TV show is released. Learn it here.
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The English We Speak: All you like
Tue, 10 Jun 2025 09:51:00 +0000
An expression meaning whatever you say or do won't change the situation.
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The English We Speak: Around the clock
Tue, 03 Jun 2025 10:52:00 +0000
An expression used to talk about time. Learn it here!
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The English We Speak: Have in your locker
Tue, 27 May 2025 08:13:00 +0000
An expression that talks about something extra you have.
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The English We Speak: Come full circle
Tue, 20 May 2025 09:58:00 +0000
An expression meaning to return to where you started, but in a positive way.
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The English We Speak: Grind someone's gears
Tue, 13 May 2025 08:50:00 +0000
Use this expression when something really annoys you.
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The English We Speak: Feel seen
Tue, 06 May 2025 08:35:00 +0000
An expression meaning your experiences or feelings are represented. Learn it here.
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The English We Speak: It's giving
Tue, 29 Apr 2025 07:11:00 +0000
An expression meaning something has a certain energy or vibe.
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The English We Speak: Dial down
Tue, 22 Apr 2025 10:35:00 +0000
Here's an expression we use to talk about reducing the intensity of something.
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The English We Speak: The name of the game
Tue, 15 Apr 2025 07:59:00 +0000
Learn an expression to talk about the most important aspect of something.
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The English We Speak: Do it for the plot
Tue, 08 Apr 2025 08:04:00 +0000
An expression for when you make spontaneous life decisions for entertainment.
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The English We Speak: Let something slide
Tue, 01 Apr 2025 10:22:00 +0000
You're late! I'll let it slide just this once... This phrase has two meanings. Learn them and hear some examples in this episode.
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The English We Speak: Twist someone's arm
Tue, 25 Mar 2025 14:41:00 +0000
What does it mean to 'twist someone's arm'?
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The English We Speak: Have someone on
Tue, 25 Mar 2025 14:30:00 +0000
This means making someone believe something that isn't true, but in a jokey way. Learn how to use this expression here.
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The English We Speak: Can-do attitude
Tue, 11 Mar 2025 12:40:00 +0000
If you have a can-do attitude, you don't let anything stop you.
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The English We Speak: Go to
Tue, 04 Mar 2025 08:38:00 +0000
Your 'go-to' is your preferred option. Learn how to use this phrase.
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The English We Speak: Skedaddle
Tue, 25 Feb 2025 09:19:00 +0000
Do you need to skedaddle? Leave somewhere in a hurry? Learn this expression.
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My Song, My Home: Adam in Ipswich
Tue, 18 Feb 2025 09:51:00 +0000
Welcome to our new music series My Song, My Home. In each episode we meet a new musician who tells us about their home town and performs a song to help you learn.
Today, we meet musician Adam, who performs for us in Ipswich town centre.
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The English We Speak: Main character moment
Mon, 17 Feb 2025 09:42:00 +0000
Look at her - she's having such a main character moment on the dance floor! Learn this internet phrase
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My Song, My Home: Alice in Leeds
Tue, 11 Feb 2025 10:30:00 +0000
Welcome to our new music series My Song, My Home. In each episode we meet a new musician who tells us about their home town and performs a song to help you learn.
Today, we meet musician Alice, who performs for us in Leeds city centre.
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The English We Speak: Fall on stony ground
Mon, 10 Feb 2025 10:44:00 +0000
We hope our advice doesn't fall on stony ground. Learn a new expression
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My Song, My Home: Grace in Liverpool
Tue, 04 Feb 2025 10:36:00 +0000
Welcome to our new music series My Song, My Home. In each episode we meet a new musician who tells us about their home town and performs a song to help you learn.
Today, we meet Grace, who performs for us in a library in Liverpool.
With thanks to the University of Liverpool.
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The English We Speak: Make a rod for your own back
Mon, 03 Feb 2025 08:48:00 +0000
An expression that means you are doing something that will cause you future problems.
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My Song, My Home: Josh in London
Tue, 28 Jan 2025 12:09:00 +0000
Welcome to our new music series My Song, My Home. In each episode we meet a new musician who tells us about their home town and performs a song to help you learn.
Learn vocabulary from song lyrics and hear natural English speakers.
In this episode, we meet musician Josh who sings for us at the BBC.
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The English We Speak: Ship
Mon, 27 Jan 2025 10:03:00 +0000
A word that means you want two people to be in a relationship.
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My Song, My Home: Bailey in St Ives
Tue, 21 Jan 2025 11:10:00 +0000
Welcome to our new music series My Song, My Home. In each episode we meet a new musician who tells us about their home town and performs a song to help you learn.
Learn vocabulary from song lyrics and hear natural English speakers.
In this episode, we meet musician Bailey who sings for us by the sea.
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The English We Speak: Twig
Mon, 20 Jan 2025 11:45:00 +0000
A word for when you suddenly realise or understand something. Learn it here
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