The English We Speak

2024-05-06 Zing – The English We Speak

Introduction Here's a word to describe something exciting. Find out how to use it in this programme. Transcript NeilWelcome to…

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2024-04-29 Do the trick – The English We Speak

Introduction Here's an expression that describes something solving a problem. Find out how to use it in this programme. Transcript…

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2024-04-22 Beige flag – The English We Speak

Introduction An expression that describes a habit you find strange, but doesn't make you not like someone. Learn how to use…

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2024-04-16 Lay it on thick – The English We Speak

Introduction An expression about exaggerating or praising someone too much. Learn how to use it here. Transcript BethWelcome to The…

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2024-04-09 Telling porkies – The English We Speak

Introduction Here's a light-hearted expression about not telling the truth. Find out exactly what it means and when we use…

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2024-04-02 In on it – The English We Speak

Introduction If someone lets you 'in on' a secret, they tell it to you, and if you 'get in on'…

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2024-03-25 Walk someone through – The English We Speak

Introduction Here's an expression to talk about guiding someone through something, or explaining something to them. Learn how to use it…

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2024-03-18 Brick by brick – The English We Speak

Introduction Here’s a phrase that is about doing things gradually. Learn how to use it in this programme. Transcript PhilWelcome…

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2024-03-11 Cook up an idea – The English We Speak

Introduction Here’s a phrase that means to come up with an idea carefully. Learn how to use it in this…

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2024-03-04 Read the room – The English We Speak

Introduction Here’s a phrase that means to work out how people feel. Learn how to use it in this programme.…

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