The English We Speak

2024-12-02 Give it some welly! – The English We Speak

Introduction Say this if you want to encourage someone to put some more effort into an activity. Learn how to…

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2024-11-25 Shoehorn something in – The English We Speak

Introduction Have you ever used a shoehorn to squeeze your foot somewhere it doesn't quite fit? Learn a related expression…

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2024-11-18 On the fly – The English We Speak

Introduction Is it better to work out what you're cooking on the fly, or to follow a recipe? Learn a…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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,…

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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…

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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…

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