Obeidalla Aabdoun
Learning English Conversations
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. Try Beating Speaking Anxiety to learn how to fight your fears of speaking English. Find more at bbclearningenglish.com Follow us at bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followus
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Episodes
The English We Speak: Swizz 11.04.2011 3:19
In this series you can learn authentic English words and phrases. This week, find out how Li became the victim of a swizz.
The English We Speak: 'Sick' 04.04.2011 3:05
In this series you can learn authentic English words and phrases. This week's word is 'sick' which can have a different meaning to the one you'd expect.
The English We Speak: 'Savvy' 28.03.2011 3:03
In this series you can learn authentic English words and phrases that you might not find in your dictionary. This week's word is 'savvy'.
The English We Speak: ' anorak' 21.03.2011 3:36
In this series you can learn authentic English words and phrases that you might not find in your dictionary. This week's word is 'anorak'.
The English We Speak: 'Awesome' 10.03.2011 3:09
In this series you can learn authentic English words and phrases that you might not find in your dictionary. This week's word is 'awesome'
The English We Speak: 'Wee' 07.03.2011 3:49
In this series you can learn authentic English words and phrases that you might not find in your dictionary. This week's word is 'wee'
The English We Speak: 'Green' 28.02.2011 3:52
In this series you can learn authentic English words and phrases that you might not find in your dictionary. This week's word is 'green'
The English We Speak: 'Loved Up' 21.02.2011 2:54
In this series you can learn authentic English words and phrases that you might not find in your dictionary. This week's phrase is 'loved up'
The English We Speak: 'Chillax' 14.02.2011 3:03
In this series you can learn authentic English words and phrases that you might not find in your dictionary. This week's word is 'chillax'
The English We Speak: 'Rabbit' 07.02.2011 3:20
In this series you can learn authentic English words and phrases that you might not find in your dictionary. This week's phrase is 'rabbit in the headlights'.
The English We Speak: 'Tastic' 31.01.2011 3:07
This week Finn and Wang Fei talk about the usage of the suffix -tastic. What does it mean and what words can you use it with?
The English We Speak: 'Icebreaker' 24.01.2011 3:10
In this series you can learn authentic English words and phrases that you might not find in your dictionary. This week's word is 'icebreaker'.
The English We Speak: 'Good Egg' 17.01.2011 2:55
In our new series you can learn authentic English words and phrases that you might not find in your dictionary. This week's phrase is 'good egg'.
BBC Learning English Pantomime 2010 - Cinderella - Part 3 10.01.2011 5:56
Listen to the final part of our pantomime. Last time, Cinderella had to leave the ball in a big rush. Will she really get her happy ending this week?
BBC Learning English Pantomime 2010 - Cinderella - Part 2 03.01.2011 5:45
Listen to the second part of our pantomime. This week, Cinderella meets the charming Prince Stephen. But he only speaks in English idioms! The final part of the pantomime is next week.
BBC Learning English Pantomime 2010 - Cinderella - Part 1 27.12.2010 9:27
Listen to the first part of Cinderella, our special pantomime. Cinderella dreams of escaping her ugly sisters, but how will she ever be able to go to Prince Stephen's Ball? Part two is next week.
English up to date 'Bottle and Bottler' 29.11.2010 2:40
In the last programme of the series, John Ayto explains the origin, meaning and use of the words 'bottle' and 'bottler'.
English up to date 'Early Doors' 22.11.2010 2:21
In this week's episode, John Ayto explores the origin, meaning and use of the expression 'early doors'.
English up to date 'Go Commando' 15.11.2010 2:11
In this week's episode, John Ayto explores the origin, meaning and use of the phrase 'go commando'.
English up to date 'Go Postal' 08.11.2010 2:10
In this week's episode, John Ayto explores the origin, meaning and use of the phrase 'go postal'.
English up to date 'Fit for Purpose' 01.11.2010 2:15
In this episode, John Ayto examines the meaning and usage of the phrase 'fit for purpose'.
English up to date 'Issue' 25.10.2010 2:16
In this episode, John Ayto examines the meaning of the word 'issue' and how it can sometimes be used instead of the word 'problem'.
English up to date 'Hella' 18.10.2010 2:27
In this week's episode, John Ayto explores the origin, meaning and use of the prefix 'hella'.
English up to date 'Chugger' 11.10.2010 2:10
In this episode, John Ayto examines the meaning of the word 'chugger'.
English up to date 'Edgy' 04.10.2010 2:15
In this episode, John Ayto examines a new use of the word 'edgy'.
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