Learning English Conversations

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  • The English We Speak: A you problem

    Don't know this expression? That sounds like a you problem. Learn how to use this expression with Phil and Feifei.

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    3 min
  • The English We Speak: Can't put my finger on it

    I know I recognise you, but I can't quite put my finger on where we met. Learn how to use this phrase with Georgie and Feifei.

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    3 min
  • The English We Speak: All hands on deck

    This phrase comes from a boating context. Learn how to use it here.

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    3 min
  • The English We Speak: The CEO of...

    This expression is a funny or silly way of saying someone is the best at something. Learn it here.

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    3 min
  • The English We Speak: Up to my eyes in

    An expression meaning you’re very busy with something stressful or time-consuming.

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    3 min
  • The English We Speak: Dabble in

    Here's an expression that talks about doing something for fun. Learn how to use it here with Phil and Feifei.

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  • The English We Speak: Rope someone in

    This phrasal verb is about persuading someone to do something. Learn it here with Georgie and Feifei.

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    3 min
  • The English We Speak: Scratch the surface

    This phrase is about dealing with only a small part of something. Learn how to use it with Georgie and Feifei.

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    3 min
  • The English We Speak: Step into the shoes

    Learn an expression about responsibility.

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    3 min
  • The English We Speak: Drop

    An expression meaning something exciting like a song or TV show is released. Learn it here.

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    3 min

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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.

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