2024-11-11 That’s on you – The English We Speak
Introduction When someone tells you ‘that’s on you’, they’re telling you that it’s your fault. We often use this phrase to remind people of their responsibility. Transcript FeifeiHello and welcome…
2024-11-04 Warts and all – The English We Speak
Introduction An expression that means including all your imperfections. Learn it here. Transcript FeifeiHello and welcome to The English We Speak, where we explain phrases used by fluent English speakers…
2024-10-28 Off the scale – The English We Speak
Introduction An expression that means goes far beyond what is expected. Learn it here. Transcript FeifeiHello and welcome to The English We Speak, where we explain phrases used by fluent…
2024-10-21 Throw one’s toys out the pram – The English We Speak
Introduction Here’s an expression for when someone reacts dramatically when they don’t get what they want. Transcript FeifeiHello and welcome to The English We Speak, where we explain phrases used…
2024-10-14 Makes my skin crawl – The English We Speak
Introduction Here’s an expression for when you’re incredibly disgusted by something. Transcript FeifeiHello and welcome to The English We Speak, where we explain phrases used by fluent English speakers so…
2024-10-07 An uphill task – The English We Speak
Introduction Learning English can feel like an uphill task sometimes. This is a phrase about something that needs energy and determination. Transcript FeifeiHello. Welcome to The English We Speak, where…
2024-09-30 Bide someone’s time – The English We Speak
Introduction Sometimes it’s best to bide your time. This is a phrase about waiting patiently for an opportunity. Transcript FeifeiHello and welcome to The English We Speak, where we explain…
2024-09-23 From the get-go – The English We Speak
Introduction An expression that means from the beginning. Learn it here. Transcript FeifeiHello and welcome to The English We Speak, where we explain phrases used by fluent English speakers so…
2024-09-16 Stomping ground – The English We Speak
Introduction Here’s an expression you can use about somewhere you live or visit very often. Learn it here. Transcript FeifeiHello and welcome to The English We Speak, where we explain…
2024-09-09 Tug at the heartstrings – The English We Speak
Introduction Here’s an expression for when something makes you feel strong emotions. Transcript FeifeiHello and welcome to The English We Speak, where we explain phrases used by fluent English speakers…
2024-09-02 Clutch at straws – The English We Speak
Introduction Here’s an expression you can use when you’re in a desperate situation. Transcript FeifeiHello. Welcome to The English We Speak, where we explain phrases used by fluent English speakers…
2024-08-26 Crank up – The English We Speak
Introduction Here’s an expression about increasing intensity. Transcript FeifeiHello and welcome to The English We Speak, where we explain phrases used by fluent English speakers so that you can use…
2024-08-19 Find your groove – The English We Speak
Introduction Here’s an expression about finding something you love. Transcript Feifei Hello. Welcome to The English We Speak, where we explain phrases used by fluent English speakers so that you…
2024-08-12 Top-notch – The English We Speak
Introduction An expression that means something is very high quality. Learn it here. Transcript FeifeiHello and welcome to The English We Speak, where we explain phrases used by fluent English…
2024-08-05 Off the cuff – The English We Speak
Introduction An expression that means you say something without preparing first. Learn it here. Transcript Feifei Hi. Welcome to The English We Speak, the podcast where we explain phrases that…
2024-07-29 Take the wheel – The English We Speak
Introduction This expression is all about being in control. Learn about it here Transcript Feifei Hello, and welcome to The English We Speak, where we explain phrases used by fluent…
2024-07-22 The works – The English We Speak
Introduction A phrase that means everything. Learn more here Transcript Feifei Hello. Welcome to The English We Speak, where we explain phrases used by fluent English speakers so you can…
2024-07-15 Dip your toe into – The English We Speak
Introduction Learn an expression about trying something new. Transcript FeifeiHello. Welcome to The English we speak, where we explain phrases used by fluent English speakers so that you can use…
2024-07-08 Ham-fisted – The English We Speak
Introduction Here’s an expression about clumsiness. Transcript FeifeiHello, and welcome to The English We Speak, where we explain phrases used by fluent English speakers so that you can use them…
2024-07-01 Second nature – The English We Speak
Introduction Here’s an expression that means you can do something without having to think about it, because it’s so familiar to you. Transcript FeifeiHello and welcome to The English We…