2018-10-01 To play a blinder – The English We Speak
Summary Feifei has just scored three amazing goals for BBC Learning English FC. But when Rob says he has ‘played…
2018-09-24 Miffed – The English We Speak
Summary Rob is going to a rock concert, but he finds out that none of his friends can make it.…
2018-09-17 Humblebrag – The English We Speak
Summary Rob has a lovely car. But instead of simply talking about how much he loves the car on social…
2018-12-03 Leaves a bad taste in your mouth – The English We Speak
Summary Neil’s very hungry and wants to try out a new chicken restaurant. Feifei says she’s been there already and…
2018-11-26 Pea-souper – The English We Speak
Summary Neil needs to go to Manchester but can’t drive because of a pea-souper. Feifei wonders what this food-related expression…
2018-11-19 Throw in the towel – The English We Speak
Summary Neil claims he has too much washing to do so why does he want to wash just a towel?…
2018-11-12 A walk in the park – The English We Speak
Summary How will Neil cope with his first running race in the park? Feifei thinks he’s going to walk until…
2018-11-05 Dumbphone – The English We Speak
Summary Neil’s had enough of his smartphone so he’s chosen a less ‘intelligent’ alternative. But Feifei thinks he’s stuck in…
2018-10-29 No fear – The English We Speak
Summary Rob wants to go trick or treating for Halloween but Feifei’s too scared. Learn a fear-related expression in this…
2019-01-14 A bright spark – The English We Speak
Summary Rob thinks there’s an English expression that applies to him but he’s in for a surprise when he finds…
2019-01-07 To be all downhill – The English We Speak
Summary Rob’s very pleased with himself. He’s done all his work and it’s only Wednesday! Does this mean it’s all…
2018-12-24 To have all your Christmases come at once- The English We Speak
Summary For many, Christmas makes us feel happy and excited. Imagine getting that feeling many times over – well you…
2018-12-17 It’s the thought that counts – The English We Speak
Summary Neil’s bought an early Christmas present for Feifei which he thinks is really cool. She’s not so sure. Learn…
2018-12-10 Digital detox – The English We Speak
Summary Neil feels sick but doesn’t understand why. Dr Feifei diagnoses a severe case of internet addiction and recommends a…
2018-12-31 Fireworks – The English We Speak
Summary Rob’s off to a New Year’s Eve party which is going to be interesting – there’s going to be…
2019-02-04 A shock to the system – The English We Speak
Summary Rob’s experienced a shock to the system – does that mean he’s been hurt? Maybe it has something to…
2019-01-28 From pillar to post – The English We Speak
Summary The office is being refurbished and things are a bit chaotic. Rob doesn’t know where he should be but…
2019-01-21 Small talk – The English We Speak
Summary What should you talk about when you meet someone for the first time? Here’s a phrase to learn that…
2019-02-11 Giant killer – The English We Speak
Summary Rob’s favourite football team has beaten a much bigger and more successful one. There’s an English expression to describe…
2019-02-18 To make a song and dance (about something) – The English We Speak
Summary What are Feifei’s singing and dancing skills like and how important are they when she wants to complain about…