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Learning English Conversations

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Learning English Conversations
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    The English We Speak: Like a moth to a flame

    02/06/2026 | 2 mins.
    Moths are winged insects which are attracted to light sources. Learn the metaphorical use of this expression in this programme with Feifei and Georgie.
    As always, find a free transcript here: ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the-english-we-speak_2026/ep-260601
    Practise your listening in The Listening Room. Find it here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the_listening_room
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    The English We Speak: Gatekeep

    26/05/2026 | 3 mins.
    Gatekeep is a verb which means to withhold information. It can be used to talk about fandoms or products. Learn how 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-260525
    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.
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    The English We Speak: In over my head

    19/05/2026 | 2 mins.
    Do you almost feel like you're drowning in your tasks? Maybe you're in over your head. Learn when and how to use this expression with Becca and Feifei.
    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-260518
    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.
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    The English We Speak: A hunch

    12/05/2026 | 2 mins.
    Is it true or is it just a hunch? Learn when and how to use ‘a hunch’ in this programme
    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-260511
    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.
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    The English We Speak: Take it as a given

    05/05/2026 | 2 mins.
    There are some things that you can just assume to be true. This expression is for those. Learn how to use it expression with Feifei and Phil.
    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-260504
    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.
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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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