2023-07-03 On the table – The English We Speak
Introduction In this programme, we talk about an idiom that’s often used in business. It describes someone showing a plan…
2023-06-26 Jump through hoops – The English We Speak
Introduction Trying to achieve something can be challenging or difficult and the effort involved might be unnecessary. Hopefully, learning a…
2023-06-12 Famous last words – The English We Speak
Introduction We all make predictions and statements about things we think will happen. Sometimes, we end up being very wrong…
2023-06-02 Hard pass – The English We Speak
Introduction Someone suggests doing something you just don’t want to do – what do you say? We can teach you…
2023-05-29 Level up – The English We Speak
Introduction Learn a phrase about making things equal. It can be used about serious and everyday things and describes improving…
2023-09-18 Fill your boots – The English We Speak
Introduction Sometimes in life we are presented with an opportunity, and someone tells us to make the most of it!…
2023-09-11 Join the club – The English We Speak
Introduction How do you tell someone that the bad situation they are experiencing is the same as yours? We can…
2023-09-04 Go with the flow – The English We Speak
Introduction Sometimes it’s easier to follow what other people do. Learn an informal English phrase the describes what you should…
2023-08-28 Cakeism – The English We Speak
Introduction Sometimes we want two things, but they’re not always possible to achieve at the same time. This situation can…
2023-08-21 Drip feed – The English We Speak
Introduction Learn a phrase about giving information little by little. You may have heard it used in a medical context,…
2023-08-14 Scatterbrain – The English We Speak
Introduction Do you know someone who is disorganised or forgetful? We teach you an informal word that perfectly describes the…
2023-08-07 Be in with a shout – The English We Speak
Introduction You’re almost there! If there’s a strong chance you’re going to win something or succeed in something, what can…
2023-07-31 On point – The English We Speak
Introduction Learn a new phrase about perfection. If something is the best it can possibly be, you can say it’s…
2023-11-06 One-up – The English We Speak
Introduction Do you want to beat your friends by saying what you have done that is better than them? Learn…
2023-10-30 Tread on someone’s toes – The English We Speak
Introduction Have you ever done something that wasn’t your responsibility? Oh dear! It sounds like you need this phrase. Transcript…
2023-10-23 Mental gymnastics – The English We Speak
Introduction When you have a problem that’s difficult to solve, it can feel like your brain is doing heavy physical…
2023-10-17 Call dibs – The English We Speak
Introduction Sometimes you want to claim something before anyone else takes it. It could be the comfiest seat in the…
2023-10-10 Run for the hills – The English We Speak
Introduction Sometimes there are things we want to avoid doing or just are unwilling to do. Learn a phrase that…
2023-10-02 Hard at it – The English We Speak
Introduction Learn an English idiom about putting lots of effort into doing something. It could relate to work, exercise, learning…
2023-09-25 Each to their own – The English We Speak
Introduction Sometimes difference is a good thing. You may like one type of music, while your best friend likes another.…