2026-01-12 Aura farming – The English We Speak
Introduction This expression means do something for attention or praise. Learn how to use it here. Transcript FeifeiHello and welcome…
2026-01-05 Lock in – The English We Speak
Introduction This phrasal verb means to focus hard with no distractions. Learn how to use it here. Transcript FeifeiHello and…
2025-12-29 A fresh start – The English We Speak
Introduction A new year is the perfect time for a fresh start. Learn how to use this expression with Feifei…
2025-12-22 A little something – The English We Speak
Introduction If someone gets you a little something, they get you a small gift, or a gift that they want…
2025-12-15 Moment of truth – The English We Speak
Introduction Use this expression to add drama and suspense to what you’re saying. Learn how in this programme. Transcript FeifeiHello…
2025-12-08 Keep someone on their toes – The English We Speak
Introduction This expression is about causing someone else to stay alert and ready for anything. Learn how to use it…
2025-12-01 duck out – The English We Speak
Introduction This expression means to leave early and quickly. Learn how to use it here. Transcript FeifeiHello and welcome to…
2025-11-24 off base – The English We Speak
Introduction This expression is a way to say someone’s idea, guess or opinion is far from the reality. Learn it…
2025-11-17 Take someone under your wing – The English We Speak
Introduction When you take someone under your wing, you help them with something or protect them. Learn how to use…
2025-11-10 No two ways about it – The English We Speak
Introduction If there are no ways about something, you want to emphasise that it’s true. Learn how to use this…
2025-11-03 -coded – The English We Speak
Introduction Eating beans and chips for dinner is very student-coded. Learn a different meaning of the word ‘coded’. Transcript FeifeiHello…
2025-10-27 Make a pig’s ear of something – The English We Speak
Introduction This expression is about doing something badly. Learn how to use it here. Transcript FeifeiHello and welcome to The…
2025-10-20 -core – The English We Speak
Introduction This expression describes the vibe of something. Learn it here. Transcript FeifeiHello and welcome to The English We Speak,…
2025-10-13 Cook – The English We Speak
Introduction This expression is a way to say don’t interrupt someone because they’re doing well. Learn it here. Transcript FeifeiHello…
2025-10-06 Neck of the woods – The English We Speak
Introduction This is an expression that talks about an area, especially the one where you live. Learn how to use…
2025-09-29 Teething problems – The English We Speak
Introduction Teething problems are issues that you have when you’re getting used to something new. Learn how to use this…
2025-09-22 No leg to stand on – The English We Speak
Introduction My friend tried to return a dress to the shop after she’d worn it and spilt food all over…
2016-01-19 In good nick – The English We Speak
Summary Neil’s made a great saving by going to a car boot sale and stocking up on all his kids’…
2016-01-26 There’s method to my madness – The English We Speak
Summary Rob is taken aback by the mess in the studio and asks Li why she has emptied all her…
2016-02-02 Hot potato – The English We Speak
Summary Helen has been nominated for an important role on the Parents Association, but she’s having nightmares about it. Neil…