Learning English Conversations

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Everyday expressions and real English conversations to help make your everyday conversations easier.

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November 11, 2025 The English We Speak: No two ways about it
If there are no ways about something, you want to emphasise that it's true. Learn how to use this expression with Feifei and Phil.
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November 10, 2025 The English We Speak: -coded
Eating beans and chips for dinner is very student-coded. Learn a different meaning of the word 'coded'.
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October 27, 2025 The English We Speak: Make a pig's ear of something
This expression is about doing something badly. Learn how to use it here.
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October 21, 2025 The English We Speak: -core
This expression describes the vibe of something.
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October 14, 2025 The English We Speak: Cook
This expression is a way to say don't interrupt someone because they're doing well. Learn it here.
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October 07, 2025 The English We Speak: Neck of the woods
This is an expression that talks about an area, especially the one where you live. Learn how to use it with Feifei and Phil.
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September 30, 2025 The English We Speak: Teething problems
Teething problems are issues that you have when you’re getting used to something new. Learn how to use this expression with Feifei and Phil.
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September 23, 2025 The English We Speak: No leg to stand on
This phrase means that someone's argument is weak.
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September 16, 2025 The English We Speak: Speak someone's language
This expression is a different way to say 'I love that idea' or 'I completely agree'.
TRANSCRIPT
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September 09, 2025 The English We Speak: Ate
This expression is a way to say someone did something really well. Learn it here.
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