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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Aug 1, 2011 • 2min
The English We Speak: Do
In this series you can learn authentic English words and phrases. This week's programme looks at a different usage of the word 'do'.
Jul 25, 2011 • 3min
The English We Speak: Glamping
Hosts discuss the aftermath of a camping trip and the importance of comfortable facilities. They explore the concept of glamping, where nature meets luxury, redefining the traditional camping experience with modern comforts in a breathtaking outdoor setting.
Jul 18, 2011 • 4min
The English We Speak: To Blow Your Own Trumpet
William and Helen look at a musical idiom in honour of the BBC Proms, a classical music festival. Listen to find out more.
Jul 11, 2011 • 3min
The English We Speak: To Nip Something in the Bud
In this series you can learn authentic English words and phrases. This week's idiom is 'to nip something in the bud'.
Jul 4, 2011 • 4min
The English We Speak: Teetotal
In this series you can learn authentic English words and phrases. This week's word is 'teetotal'.
Jun 27, 2011 • 4min
The English We Speak: Festival Phrases
In this series you can learn authentic English words and phrases. This week we're looking at phrases related to festivals.
Jun 20, 2011 • 4min
The English We Speak: Fatherhood
In this series you can learn authentic English words and phrases. This week we're looking at some phrases relating to fatherhood.
Jun 13, 2011 • 4min
The English We Speak: Hullabaloo
In this series you can learn authentic English words and phrases. This week's word is 'hullabaloo'.
Jun 6, 2011 • 3min
The English We Speak: Bounce
Learn about the slang term 'bounce' for leaving a place, its origins in the USA, and how it is used in modern English. Hosts engage in playful banter about coolness.
May 30, 2011 • 4min
The English We Speak: The special relationship
In this series you can learn authentic English words and phrases. This week's phrase is 'The special relationship'.
