2017-11-03 This is where the English phrase ‘warts and all’ comes from
The Experiment is a collection of short series that are a little different to our usual programmes – but still…
2017-10-27 This is where the phrase ‘steal someone’s thunder’ comes from
The Experiment is a collection of short series that are a little different to our usual programmes – but still…
2017-10-20 This is where the English phrase ‘work cut out’ comes from…
The Experiment is a collection of short series that are a little different to our usual programmes – but still…
2019-12-29 Using an extra ‘do’ – Learners’ Questions
“Why do we use an extra ‘do’ in affirmative sentences?” That’s what M Pedroso would like to know, and Dan…
2019-12-22 ‘Fault’, ‘flaw’ or ‘weakness’ – Learners’ Questions
“What’s the difference between ‘fault’, ‘flaw’ and ‘weakness’?” That’s what Helen would like to know, and Dan has the answer!
2019-12-15 ‘Get’ plus past participle – Learners’ Questions
“What’s the difference between ‘marry’ and ‘get married’?” That’s what Gholam would like to know, and Dan has the answer!
2019-12-08 Using ‘off’ as a preposition – Learners’ Questions
“What does ‘off’ mean as a preposition?” That’s what Tamas from Hungary would like to know, and Dan has the…
2019-12-01 5 expressions with ‘take’ – Learners’ Questions
“What does ‘take for granted’ mean?” That’s what Mirto from Brazil would like to know, and Dan has the answer!…
2019-11-24 ‘Remember’, ‘remind’, ‘recollect’ and ‘recall’ – Learners’ Questions
This week’s question What’s the difference between ‘remember’, ‘remind’, ‘recollect’ and ‘recall’? – Agustin Answer this Which of these words…
2019-11-17 ‘Situation’, ‘position’ and ‘condition’ – Learners’ Questions
This week’s question What’s the difference between ‘situation’, ‘position’ and ‘condition’? – Giti Answer this Which of these words is…
2019-11-11 As well soon far much long as What’s the difference – Learners’ Questions
This week’s question What’s the difference between as well as, as soon as, as far as, as much as and…
2019-11-03 Pronouncing ‘-s’ and ‘-ed’ endings – Learners’ Questions
This week’s question When should we use /z/ for ‘s’ endings? How do we pronounce ‘-ed’ endings? – Nahid Answer…