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Learning English Conversations

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Learning English Conversations
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  • Learning English Conversations

    The English We Speak: Can't see the wood for the trees

    21/04/2026 | 3 mins.
    This idiom is about focusing on the small details too much and losing sight of the bigger picture. Learn when and how to use it, and learn other language to use in this situation, with Feifei and Georgie.
    For more great language tips and programmes visit bbclearningenglish.com
    As always, find a free transcript here: ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the-english-we-speak_2026/ep-260420
    Discover the NEW series of Office English. Topics covering small talk, organising meetings and rules. Find it here: ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/office-english, or search 'Learning English for Work' in your podcast app.
    We send a newsletter with our weekly highlights - subscribe here: ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/newsletters
    If you enjoy this podcast, you might like our others! Search 'BBC Learning English' to find them all.
  • Learning English Conversations

    The English We Speak: Yap

    14/04/2026 | 3 mins.
    "Stop yapping!" Learn a word to use when someone talks a lot with Feifei and Georgie. For more great language tips and programmes visit bbclearningenglish.com
    As always, find a free transcript here:
    ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the-english-we-speak_2026/ep-260413
    And discover the NEW series of Office English. Topics covering small talk, organising meetings and rules. Find it here:
    ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/office-english, or search 'Learning English for Work' in your podcast app.
    We send a newsletter with our weekly highlights - subscribe here:
    ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/newsletters
    If you enjoy this podcast, you might like our others! Search 'BBC Learning English' to discover the range.
  • Learning English Conversations

    The English We Speak: Flow State

    07/04/2026 | 3 mins.
    When we enter a flow state, we feel fully focused. Learn how to use this expression with Feifei and Becca. For more great language tips and programmes visit bbclearningenglish.com
    As always, find a free transcript here:
    ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the-english-we-speak_2026/ep-260406
    And discover the NEW series of Office English. Topics covering small talk, organising meetings and rules. Find it here:
    ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/office-english, or search 'Learning English for Work' in your podcast app.
    We send a newsletter with our weekly highlights - subscribe here:
    ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/newsletters
    If you enjoy this podcast, you might like our others! Search 'BBC Learning English' to discover the range.
  • Learning English Conversations

    The English We Speak: Got you

    30/03/2026 | 2 mins.
    If you've got someone, you support them.Learn how to use this expression with Feifei and Becca.
    As always, find a free transcript here:
    ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the-english-we-speak_2026/ep-260330
    And discover the NEW series of Office English. Topics covering small talk, organising meetings and rules. Find it here:
    ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/office-english, or search 'Learning English for Work' in your podcast app.
    We send a newsletter with our weekly highlights - subscribe here:
    ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/newsletters
    If you enjoy this podcast, you might like our others! Search 'BBC Learning English' to discover the range.
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    The English We Speak: A bit of a stretch

    24/03/2026 | 2 mins.
    Sometimes we say things that aren't 100% true. They're not complete lies, but they are a bit of a stretch. Learn how to use this expression with Feifei and Phil.
    As always, find a free transcript here:
    ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the-english-we-speak_2026/ep-260323
    And discover the NEW series of Office English. Topics covering small talk, organising meetings and rules. Find it here:
    ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/office-english, or search 'Learning English for Work' in your podcast app.
    We send a newsletter with our weekly highlights - subscribe here:
    ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/newsletters
    If you enjoy this podcast, you might like our others! Search 'BBC Learning English' to discover the range.

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About 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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