Learning English Conversations

BBC Radio
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Jul 7, 2020 • 3min

Bite the bullet

Learn the meaning of 'to bite the bullet' and hear examples of situations where people have to do something difficult.
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Jun 30, 2020 • 2min

Blended working

A mix of home and office working has led to a new English expression.
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Jun 23, 2020 • 3min

JOMO

The hosts discuss the concept of 'Jomo' and share their own experiences of enjoying personal time instead of engaging in social activities or being on social media.
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Jun 16, 2020 • 3min

Furlough

Learn about furlough, a temporary leave of absence for workers during the coronavirus crisis. Find out how people spend their free time and listen to some lighthearted banter between the hosts.
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Jun 9, 2020 • 2min

Spill the tea

Feifei and Roy discuss the expression 'spill the tea' and test Feifei's gossiping tendencies with a made-up story about a colleague's tattoo.
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Jun 2, 2020 • 3min

Flexing

Discover the word to describe people who show off as Roy and Feifei discuss 'flexing' and share examples of social media show offs. Get a laugh from their jokes about possessions and house party plans.
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May 26, 2020 • 4min

Salty

The speakers discuss being 'salty' and how it means getting upset over insignificant things. They also talk about sweets and offer a practical joke involving superglue on a chair.
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May 19, 2020 • 3min

Skeleton crew

An expression for when there aren't many people working.
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May 12, 2020 • 4min

Lowkey

A word used to describe something you love doing, but are embarrassed to tell people.
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May 5, 2020 • 4min

Live for something

Learn a phrase for things that excite you!

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