Learning English Conversations

By BBC RadioEducation Language Learning

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Learning English Conversations episodes

January 06 The English We Speak: Lock in
This phrasal verb means to focus hard with no distractions. Learn how to use it here!
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December 30, 2025 The English We Speak: A fresh start
A new year is the perfect time for a fresh start.
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December 23, 2025 The English We Speak: A little something
Learn a phrase about small gifts with Feifei and Phil.
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December 16, 2025 The English We Speak: Moment of truth
Use this expression to add drama and suspense to what you're saying. Learn how in this programme.
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December 09, 2025 The English We Speak: On their toes
This expression is about causing someone else to stay alert and ready for anything. Learn how to use it here.
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December 02, 2025 The English We Speak: Duck out
This expression means to leave early and quickly. Learn how to use it here.
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3 min
November 25, 2025 The English We Speak: Off base
This expression is a way to say someone's idea, guess or opinion is far from the reality. Learn it here with Beth and Feifei.
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4 min
November 18, 2025 The English We Speak: Take someone under your wing
When you take someone under your wing, you help them with something or protect them. Learn how to use this expression with Feifei and Phil.
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3 min
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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