Learning English Conversations
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Everyday expressions and real English conversations to help make your English conversations easier. Every week, we teach you a new phrase or word you can use in conversation with The English We Speak. And we bring you special series to improve your English conversation. Try Beating Speaking Anxiety to learn how to fight your fears of speaking English. Find more at bbclearningenglish.com Follow us at
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Episodes
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Aug 22, 2014 • 3min
Proof is in the pudding
What does Rob mean when he says 'the proof is in the pudding'?
Aug 18, 2014 • 3min
Dinosaur
Exploring the connection between dinosaurs and mobile phones, discussing the challenges of adapting to modern technology and being labeled a 'dinosaur' in the ever-changing digital world.
Aug 11, 2014 • 3min
Look like the back end of a bus
If someone says you look like 'the back end of a bus', is it a good thing?
Aug 4, 2014 • 4min
Interjections
Wow! Ouch! Yippee! The useful little sounds which mean a lot.
Jul 28, 2014 • 4min
Blah blah blah
Having a repetitive and boring conversation? This expression is for you.
Jul 21, 2014 • 3min
Have a lot on my plate
When is a meal not so tasty? This expression will give you the answer
Jul 14, 2014 • 3min
Bells and whistles
Will bells and whistles add to the value of your gadget? Listen to the programme
Jul 7, 2014 • 3min
Everything but the kitchen sink
Neil and Li are going on a camping trip. But are they packing too much?
Jun 30, 2014 • 3min
Beat the drum
Neil and Li want to help protect baby turtles. But do they need a drum?
Jun 23, 2014 • 3min
Until the cows come home
Neil and Li are keen to go home. How long will they have to wait for the bus?
