Here's a light-hearted expression about not telling the truth.(Image: Getty)TRANSCRIPTFind a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your English at:https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the-engl

Twiddle your thumbs

Nov 8th, 2022 1m 44s

A phrase for boring times.

Bitten by the bug

Jun 28th, 2022 2m 9s

Learn a phrase about becoming interested and excited in doing something.

It escapes me

Jun 21st, 2022 2m 7s

A phrase about forgetting something

Onboarding

Jun 13th, 2022 1m 53s

Starting a new job means becoming familiar with new duties!

Thereby hangs a tale

Jun 6th, 2022 2m 12s

When there is more to say....

Cook up an idea

Mar 12th, 2024 2m 12s

Here’s a phrase that means to come up with an idea carefully. Learn how to use it hereFor more great language tips and programmes visit bbclearningenglish.com(Image: Getty)TRANSCRIPTFind a full transcript for this episode and more programmes

Lo and behold

Aug 24th, 2021 2m 28s

Learn an expression to introduce a surprising part of a story.

Plastic footprint

Nov 17th, 2020 2m 51s

It's similar to 'carbon footprint', but this focuses on your plastic usage.

The English We Speak: Stir the pot

3 days ago 2m 25s

Some people just love causing trouble. This expression is about them!(Image: Getty)TRANSCRIPTFind a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your English at:https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/t

The English We Speak: Wishy-washy

10 days ago 2m 18s

Here's an expression to use when things are just too vague.(Image: Getty)TRANSCRIPTFind a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your English at:https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the-english

The English We Speak: Shook

17 days ago 2m 12s

A word to express surprise or shock.(Image: Getty)TRANSCRIPTFind a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your English at:https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the-english-we-speak_2024/ep-24052

The English We Speak: Let loose

24 days ago 1m 53s

An expression that means relax and celebrate.(Image: Getty)TRANSCRIPTFind a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your English at:https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the-english-we-speak_2024

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25 days ago 37s

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Zing

May 7th, 2024 2m 11s

Zing is that special something that's hard to describe, but makes things more exciting.

Do the trick

Apr 30th, 2024 2m 13s

Here's an expression that describes something solving a problem.(Image: Getty)TRANSCRIPTFind a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your English at:https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the-en

Beige flag

Apr 23rd, 2024 2m 24s

An expression that describes a habit you find strange, but doesn't make you not like someone. (Image: Getty)TRANSCRIPTFind a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your English at:https://www.bbc.co.uk/learninge

Lay it on thick

Apr 16th, 2024 2m 2s

An expression about exaggerating or praising someone too much.(Image: Getty)TRANSCRIPTFind a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your English at:https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the-engl

In on it

Apr 2nd, 2024 2m 8s

We have an phrase which means to know about something or to be involved in it.

Walk someone through

Mar 26th, 2024 2m 15s

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Brick by brick

Mar 19th, 2024 2m 24s

Read the room

Mar 13th, 2024 2m 6s

Here’s a phrase that means to work out how people feel. Learn how to use it!

Rinse repeat

Feb 27th, 2024 2m

Beth and Feifei explain how to use this expression to describe repetitive tiresome actions. Find a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your English at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/features/the-english