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Build your English vocabulary with these short programmes. Each week we explore a new topic to improve your English vocabulary. Learn words for the weather, how to talk about people’s jobs, adjective order, and so much more. Plus, in our English in a Minute episodes, give your vocabulary a boost in under a minute. Find more at bbclearningenglish.com Follow us at
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Apr 2, 2025 • 1min
English in a Minute: Verbs that go with 'role'
The discussion focuses on the diverse verb collocations associated with the noun 'role.' It explores how people navigate different roles in various contexts, emphasizing the dynamic nature of responsibilities. Through relatable examples, listeners gain insights into balancing behaviors and expectations. This engaging conversation helps to enhance vocabulary and understanding of common English expressions.

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Mar 31, 2025 • 6min
Weather words
Dive into the delightful world of weather vocabulary, a favorite topic among the British! Discover the nuances of nouns, verbs, and adjectives related to rain, snow, and wind. Engage in fun quizzes and listen to audio clips that illustrate real weather patterns. Enhance your descriptive skills with practical examples, and learn useful tips to retain this essential vocabulary. Whether it's a sunny day or a rainy afternoon, you'll be equipped to chat about the weather like a pro!

Mar 26, 2025 • 1min
English in a Minute: Verbs to use with 'design'
Dive into the world of design as common verbs associated with it are explored. Learn practical examples to enhance your vocabulary and understand how to use these verbs effectively in context. This brief yet informative discussion makes grasping the nuances of design-related language both engaging and accessible.

Mar 24, 2025 • 7min
Homophones
Mail and male... Learn about words that sound the same but have different spellings. FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE:Visit our website
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Mar 19, 2025 • 1min
English in a Minute: Verbs to use with 'view'
A view is how you see the world – your opinions and beliefs. Learn which verbs you’re likely to hear with the word 'view'.TRANSCRIPT
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Mar 17, 2025 • 6min
Compound nouns
Ice cream, popcorn... Learn about nouns made up of a combination of two words.FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE: Visit our website
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Mar 12, 2025 • 1min
English in a Minute: Verbs to use with 'answer'
An answer is a response to a question or a problem, and there are many ways we can talk about it. Learn which verbs you’re likely to hear with it.TRANSCRIPT
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Mar 10, 2025 • 6min
Adjective order
We explain the order you put adjectives in when describing a dog! FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE: Visit our website
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Mar 5, 2025 • 1min
English in a Minute: Verbs to use with 'office'
An office is a place in a building where some people work. There are some words that we often use together. These are called collocations. Learn some of the verbs that we often use with the noun 'office' with Georgie.TRANSCRIPT
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Mar 3, 2025 • 7min
Contractions
Explore the world of contractions and how they simplify language in everyday use. Discover how phrases like 'I have' transform into 'I've', streamlining communication. The discussion covers common contractions such as 'he's' and 'she's', emphasizing the role of apostrophes. Engaging examples and interactive quizzes help reinforce learning, making vocabulary enhancement both fun and practical. Plus, tips are included to boost your speaking skills!


