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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: Flow State

    04/07/2026 | 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.
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    The English We Speak: Got you

    03/30/2026 | 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

    03/24/2026 | 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.
  • Learning English Conversations

    The English We Speak: Kick the can down the road

    03/16/2026 | 2 mins.
    Sometimes at work we need to kick the can down the road. Learn how to use this expression with Phil and Feifei.
    TRANSCRIPT:
    ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the-english-we-speak_2026/ep-260316
    OFFICE ENGLISH:
    ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/office-english
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    They're all available by searching in your podcast app. (Photo: Getty)
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    The English We Speak: Cut corners

    03/10/2026 | 3 mins.
    If you want to do a task perfectly, it's usually not a good idea to cut corners. Learn about this expression and how to use it in conversations with Feifei and Georgie.
    TRANSCRIPT:
    ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the-english-we-speak_2026/ep-260309
    BEATING SPEAKING ANXIETY:
    ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/beating_speaking_anxiety
    SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER:
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    FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE:
    Visit our website
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    Follow us
    ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followus
    LIKE PODCASTS?
    Try some of our other popular podcasts including:
    ✔️ Learning English Grammar
    ✔️ Learning English from the News
    ✔️ 6 Minute English
    They're all available by searching in your podcast app. (Photo: Getty)

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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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