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Learn English grammar with these short programmes. Each episode explores a new piece of grammar you need to improve your English. Find more at bbclearningenglish.comFollow us at
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Mar 4, 2025 • 6min
Defining relative clauses
This discussion dives into the fascinating world of relative clauses, crucial for adding context to sentences. Using 'who' and 'which,' listeners learn how these clauses can clarify meaning, with fun examples from the Harry Potter series. A quiz reinforces these concepts, ensuring a practical understanding while enhancing communication skills. Plus, there are tips for improving pronunciation. It's a delightful blend of grammar and pop culture!

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Feb 25, 2025 • 6min
The present perfect with ‘just’, ‘already’ and ‘yet’
Explore the intricacies of the present perfect tense with a focus on using 'just', 'already', and 'yet'. Engaging character conversations illustrate these concepts in action. Listeners will find clear explanations and practical examples that enhance their understanding. Get ready for an interactive quiz that reinforces key points and helps clarify any uncertainties. Perfect for mastering essential grammatical nuances!

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Feb 18, 2025 • 7min
Comparatives and superlatives
Dive into the world of comparatives and superlatives where you'll learn how to compare heights and weights effectively. From famous actors to the latest iPhone models, discover the rules for forming these adjectives. Explore short and long adjectives, understanding when to use 'more' and how to structure sentences properly. Engage with practical examples that make grammar fun and accessible, wrapped up with a quiz to test your newfound knowledge!

Feb 11, 2025 • 6min
The present perfect with 'for' and 'since'
Learn how to answer questions with 'how long' using the words 'for' and 'since'. FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE:
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Feb 4, 2025 • 7min
The present perfect with ‘ever’ and ‘never’
Discover how to use the present perfect tense to discuss life experiences with intriguing examples. Explore impactful questions with 'ever' and 'never' while enhancing your pronunciation skills. Dive into the formation of negative sentences and engage in lively debates about personal memories, like the film 'Skyfall.' Plus, enjoy an interactive Q&A that makes learning fun, along with hints about new resources and future topics covering wellness industry secrets.

Jan 28, 2025 • 7min
Verb patterns
Dive into the world of verb patterns, where you’ll discover the difference between infinitives and gerunds. Explore how verbs like 'suggest' and 'recommend' can change meaning based on their structure. Learn the nuances of negative forms and test your knowledge with an engaging quiz. The episode wraps up with exciting details about a new series that merges English learning with music, alongside teasers for upcoming topics that reveal secrets in the wellness industry.

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Jan 14, 2025 • 7min
So, such, enough, too
Explore the nuances of using 'so', 'such', 'enough', and 'too' in English. Get insights on modifying nouns and expressing cause and effect with these intensifiers. Test your skills with an engaging quiz that challenges your understanding. Additionally, delve into a surprising discussion about the dark side of yoga, revealing unsettling truths about exploitation in wellness spaces. This mix of grammar tips and eye-opening stories promises to both educate and intrigue.

Jan 7, 2025 • 6min
-ing and -ed (Participle) Clauses
Dive into the world of participle clauses with an engaging personal story. Discover how to enhance your writing by combining clauses for clarity and efficiency. Learn about transforming relative clauses into participle clauses to make your sentences more concise. The discussion also touches on the wellness industry, unveiling some unsettling truths about exploitation and manipulation within global yoga networks. It’s a blend of grammar mastery and important societal issues, presented in an accessible way!

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Dec 31, 2024 • 7min
Future perfect
Discover the intricacies of the future perfect tense and how it allows us to predict completed actions by specific future moments. Practical examples and quizzes enhance understanding and application. It also sheds light on the darker side of the wellness industry, revealing exploitation hidden beneath the tranquility of yoga retreats. This eye-opening discussion promotes awareness and justice in a seemingly peaceful space, juxtaposing grammar mastery with urgent social issues.

Dec 24, 2024 • 6min
Linking devices of contrast
Explore the fascinating world of linking devices that highlight contrast in English. Learn about terms like 'however,' 'although,' and 'despite,' with practical examples to enhance your communication skills. Discover the importance of placement in sentences for clarity and meaning. Engage with quizzes that make learning interactive, and reflect on ethical concerns in the wellness industry, illustrated by a cautionary tale. This discussion emphasizes how language can navigate not just ideas, but also deeper societal issues.