Synopsis
Every week, we look at a different everyday English phrase or piece of slang in this fun three-minute programme. From BBC World Service
Episodes
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![Nomophobia]()
Nomophobia
18/02/2020 Duration: 02minGot a fear of not using your mobile phone? Here's how to describe your condition.
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![Peacocking]()
Peacocking
11/02/2020 Duration: 02minRob and Feifei explain the true meaning of this animal-related phrase.
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![Kick into the long grass]()
Kick into the long grass
04/02/2020 Duration: 02minIf you want to delay doing something, where do you kick it?! We have the answer here.
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![Microworker]()
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![Serial returner]()
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![Talk the talk]()
Talk the talk
07/01/2020 Duration: 02minNeil can talk the talk, but does he know what he's talking about?
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![Out with the old, in with the new]()
Out with the old, in with the new
30/12/2019 Duration: 02minAs 2020 approaches, learn a phrase to describe what you can do at this time of year.
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![The more the merrier]()
The more the merrier
23/12/2019 Duration: 03minIt’s Christmas and time to party. Learn a phrase that means more people equals more fun!
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![Take one for the team]()
Take one for the team
17/12/2019 Duration: 02minAre you the kind of person who makes sacrifices for others?
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![Mind your Ps and Qs]()
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![Dad dancing]()
Dad dancing
03/12/2019 Duration: 02minSwing those arms, shake those hips! Is this the latest dance trend?
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![Punch above your weight]()
Punch above your weight
19/11/2019 Duration: 02minIt sounds violent, but this phrase might surprise you!
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![Social media influencer]()
Social media influencer
12/11/2019 Duration: 02minYou know all about social media, but ... what is a social media influencer? Learn here.
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![Goldilocks]()
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![Tiger mother]()
Tiger mother
15/10/2019 Duration: 02minTrying to help your kids succeed in life? These mothers have a strong idea of what to do!
