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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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Dec 26, 2023 • 6min
Defining relative clauses
Discover the usage of defining relative clauses, particularly 'who' and 'whom' in the context of Harry Potter. A quiz challenges listeners to construct sentences with defining relative clauses. Explore examples from the series and learn about pronouns and their role in defining nouns.

Dec 12, 2023 • 6min
The present perfect with ‘just’, ‘already’ and ‘yet’
Learn how to use the present perfect tense with just, already, and yet. Understand word order for 'just' and 'already' and where 'yet' fits in. Speakers discuss usage in different contexts with examples and mention additional information on their website.

Dec 5, 2023 • 6min
Comparatives and superlatives
Learn how to compare people and things in English by using comparatives and superlatives. The podcast explains the usage and formation of comparatives and superlatives, provides examples, and explores their use in adjectives. It also covers the rules for forming comparative and superlative forms of adjectives, including irregular forms.

Nov 28, 2023 • 6min
The present perfect with 'for' and 'since'
Learn how to answer questions with 'how long' using 'for' and 'since'. The podcast explains the difference between present perfect tense and past simple tense, explores the use of present perfect for ongoing situations, and discusses the use of 'for' and 'since' in the present perfect tense.

Nov 21, 2023 • 6min
The present perfect with ‘ever’ and ‘never’
Learn about the present perfect tense and how to use 'ever' and 'never'. Discover how to talk about life experiences and answer questions using this tense. Take a quiz and visit their website for more information.

Nov 14, 2023 • 6min
Verb patterns
Exploring verb patterns and multiple ways in which verbs can be used, including the use of objects before the infinitive with 'to'. Understanding and discussing specific patterns for verbs like explain, suggest, advise, offer, promise, report, and warn. A quiz is conducted to test understanding and additional resources on verb patterns are recommended.

Nov 6, 2023 • 6min
So, such, enough, too
Learn how to use intensifiers like 'so' and 'such' to emphazie adjectives and nouns. Explore their usage in sentences, including with 'that' clauses. Understand the usage of 'so', 'such', 'enough', and 'too'. Take a quiz at the end to test your comprehension.

Oct 31, 2023 • 6min
-ing and -ed (Participle) Clauses
Learn all about present and past participle clauses and how to use -ing and -ed clauses in English grammar. Discover how these clauses can make sentences more efficient and natural, avoiding repetition. Explore the usage of -ing and -ed clauses to combine subject identifiers and practice with a quiz.

Oct 24, 2023 • 6min
The future perfect
Learn how to use the future perfect to make educated guesses about things that will happen. Explore examples using 'buy' and 'in' for future events and time periods. Put your knowledge to the test with an interactive quiz!

Oct 17, 2023 • 6min
Linking devices of contrast
The hosts discuss different ways to link contrasting ideas using words and phrases like 'however', 'although', and 'despite'. They explain how to connect sentences using contrastive devices and provide examples. The chapter explores the usage of linking devices of contrast, such as 'despite' and 'in spite of', and how they can be followed by the ING form of a verb or a noun phrase. Quiz questions are included to test understanding.