Learning English Vocabulary

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Mar 24, 2025 • 7min

Homophones

Mail and male... Learn about words that sound the same but have different spellings. FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE:Visit our website ✔️https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish Follow us ✔️https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followusThe Pronunciation Lounge: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the_pronunciation_loungeNEWSLETTER: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/newslettersLIKE PODCASTS? Try some of our other popular podcasts including: ✔️ Learning Easy English ✔️ 6 Minute English ✔️ Learning English StoriesThey're all available by searching in your podcast app.
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Mar 19, 2025 • 1min

English in a Minute: Verbs to use with 'view'

A view is how you see the world – your opinions and beliefs. Learn which verbs you’re likely to hear with the word 'view'.TRANSCRIPT Find a free transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your English at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/features/english_in_a_minuteFIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE: Visit our website ✔️https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish Follow us ✔️https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followus LIKE PODCASTS? Try some of our other popular podcasts including: ✔️ 6 Minute English ✔️ Learning English Stories ✔️ Learning English ConversationsThey're all available by searching in your podcast app.
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Mar 17, 2025 • 6min

Compound nouns

Ice cream, popcorn... Learn about nouns made up of a combination of two words.FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE: Visit our website ✔️https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish Follow us ✔️https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followus LIKE PODCASTS? Try some of our other popular podcasts including: ✔️ Learning Easy English ✔️ 6 Minute English ✔️ Learning English Stories They're all available by searching in your podcast app
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Mar 12, 2025 • 1min

English in a Minute: Verbs to use with 'answer'

An answer is a response to a question or a problem, and there are many ways we can talk about it. Learn which verbs you’re likely to hear with it.TRANSCRIPT Find a free transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your English at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/features/english_in_a_minuteFIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE: Visit our website ✔️https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish Follow us ✔️https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followus LIKE PODCASTS? Try some of our other popular podcasts including: ✔️ Learning English from the News ✔️ Learning English Stories ✔️ Learning English ConversationsThey're all available by searching in your podcast app.
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Mar 10, 2025 • 6min

Adjective order

We explain the order you put adjectives in when describing a dog! FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE: Visit our website ✔️https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish Follow us ✔️https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followus LIKE PODCASTS? Try some of our other popular podcasts including: ✔️ Learning Easy English ✔️ 6 Minute English ✔️ Learning English Stories They're all available by searching in your podcast app
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Mar 5, 2025 • 1min

English in a Minute: Verbs to use with 'office'

An office is a place in a building where some people work. There are some words that we often use together. These are called collocations. Learn some of the verbs that we often use with the noun 'office' with Georgie.TRANSCRIPT Find a free transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your English at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/features/english_in_a_minuteFIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE: Visit our website ✔️https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish Follow us ✔️https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followus LIKE PODCASTS? Try some of our other popular podcasts including: ✔️ 6 Minute English ✔️ Learning English Stories ✔️ Learning English ConversationsThey're all available by searching in your podcast app.
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Mar 3, 2025 • 7min

Contractions

Explore the world of contractions and how they simplify language in everyday use. Discover how phrases like 'I have' transform into 'I've', streamlining communication. The discussion covers common contractions such as 'he's' and 'she's', emphasizing the role of apostrophes. Engaging examples and interactive quizzes help reinforce learning, making vocabulary enhancement both fun and practical. Plus, tips are included to boost your speaking skills!
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Feb 26, 2025 • 1min

English in a Minute: Verbs to use with 'research'

Discover the dynamic verbs linked to 'research' in a lively discussion. Learn how to 'undertake' or 'carry out' investigations effectively. Explore how terms like 'prove', 'suggest', and 'show' highlight the importance of research findings. Elevate your English vocabulary and express ideas with confidence!
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Feb 24, 2025 • 7min

Job suffixes

Discover how suffixes like 'er', 'or', 'ian', and 'ist' shape job titles in English. The discussion highlights professions such as teacher, actor, optician, and dentist. A personal story from Anna adds a touch of inspiration as she shares her journey to journalism. Listeners can enjoy quizzes and gain vocabulary tips related to career paths, exploring the nuances of these suffixes while thinking about their own professional aspirations. It's an engaging dive into language and careers!
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Feb 19, 2025 • 1min

English in a Minute: Verbs to use with 'paper'

Discover essential verbs connected to 'paper' in academic settings. Learn how to draft, prepare, and present your work effectively. Understand the importance of communicating research clearly. This engaging discussion highlights the journey from writing to publishing, making it a must-listen for students and budding researchers.

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