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As always, find a free transcript here: ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the-english-we-speak_2026/ep-260824 We send a newsletter with our weekly highlights - subscribe her", "publishedAt": "Tue, 25 Aug 2026 09:13:00 +0000", "link": "http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0p65g48" }, { "title": "The English We Speak: Say less", "phrase": "Say less", "description": "This modern expression is a way of responding enthusiastically to a suggestion. It means something similar to ‘say no more’. Learn when and how to use it with Georgie and Feifei. 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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 co", "publishedAt": "Tue, 26 May 2026 08:33:00 +0000", "link": "http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0nn9jvy" }, { "title": "The English We Speak: In over my head", "phrase": "In over my head", "description": "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", "publishedAt": "Tue, 19 May 2026 10:11:00 +0000", "link": "http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0nm1wl1" }, { "title": "The English We Speak: A hunch", "phrase": "A hunch", "description": "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. Fin", "publishedAt": "Tue, 12 May 2026 08:38:00 +0000", "link": "http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0nkqlyq" }, { "title": "The English We Speak: Take it as a given", "phrase": "Take it as a given", "description": "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 c", "publishedAt": "Tue, 05 May 2026 08:56:00 +0000", "link": "http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0njcp6n" }, { "title": "The English We Speak: Think on your feet", "phrase": "Think on your feet", "description": "Sometimes you need to think quickly, like for a job or to answer a question. Thinking on your feet means to do just this! Learn how to use this 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-260427 Discover the NEW", "publishedAt": "Tue, 28 Apr 2026 09:04:00 +0000", "link": "http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0nh0hhc" }, { "title": "The English We Speak: Can't see the wood for the trees", "phrase": "Can't see the wood for the trees", "description": "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_202", "publishedAt": "Tue, 21 Apr 2026 09:18:00 +0000", "link": "http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0nfnb2k" }, { "title": "The English We Speak: Yap", "phrase": "Yap", "description": "\"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. F", "publishedAt": "Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:18:00 +0000", "link": "http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0nd94sh" }, { "title": "The English We Speak: Flow State", "phrase": "Flow State", "description": "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 ", "publishedAt": "Tue, 07 Apr 2026 08:55:00 +0000", "link": "http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0nbyzx9" }, { "title": "The English We Speak: Got you", "phrase": "Got you", "description": "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/f", "publishedAt": "Mon, 30 Mar 2026 08:42:00 +0000", "link": "http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0n9jqp8" }, { "title": "The English We Speak: A bit of a stretch", "phrase": "A bit of a stretch", "description": "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. 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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", "publishedAt": "Tue, 10 Mar 2026 15:18:00 +0000", "link": "http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0n5r4t1" }, { "title": "Beating Speaking Anxiety: 8. I’m scared I can’t be myself", "phrase": "", "description": "It can be harder to express our personality in a foreign language because we have fewer language tools available and speaking anxiety can make it harder to let our personalities shine. Learn from experts about this topic and get tips on how to show your true self in English in the last episode of this special series. 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In this episode of our new series, Georgie and Hanan talk about what to do when you feel stuck learning English. With speaking coaches Rhiannon Carter and Barnaby Griffiths. WATCH – Find Georgie’s videos with tips to improve your speaking here https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/beatin", "publishedAt": "Mon, 02 Mar 2026 13:49:00 +0000", "link": "http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0n45hk7" }, { "title": "The English We Speak: Go through a rough patch", "phrase": "Go through a rough patch", "description": "Life isn't always great, sometimes things can be difficult. Use 'go through a rough patch' when life gets difficult for a while. Learn this useful 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-260223 And discover the NEW series of Office English. Topics covering small talk, organising ", "publishedAt": "Tue, 24 Feb 2026 10:29:00 +0000", "link": "http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0n2x55q" }, { "title": "Beating Speaking Anxiety: 6. I’m scared I won’t get the joke", "phrase": "", "description": "Have you ever been in a group of friends and everyone laughs, but you didn’t understand the joke? In this episode of our new series, Georgie and Hanan talk about understanding humour and making people laugh when speaking English. With Peruvian performer Pepa Duarte. WATCH – Find Georgie’s videos with tips to improve your speaking here https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/beating_", "publishedAt": "Mon, 23 Feb 2026 12:18:00 +0000", "link": "http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0n2qz0j" }, { "title": "The English We Speak: Learn the hard way", "phrase": "Learn the hard way", "description": "Sometimes we ignore advice. Sometimes things go wrong and this programme is about those times. 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