Learning English Conversations

Learning English Conversations

BBC Radio

4 episodes

Episodes

The English We Speak: Try it on
Sep 8, 2026 · 3m
In this episode of The English We Speak, hosts Feifei and Phil explain the phrase "try it on," which means to attempt to deceive someone or test their limits.
The English We Speak: Non-starter
Sep 1, 2026 · 2m
In this episode of English We Speak, hosts Fei-Fei and Phil discuss the expression "non-starter," which describes a plan or idea with no chance of success.
The English We Speak: No notes
Aug 25, 2026 · 2m
In this episode of English We Speak, hosts Feifei and Georgie discuss the modern slang expression "no notes.
The English We Speak: Say less
Aug 18, 2026 · 2m
Feifei and Georgie explain the modern slang phrase "say less," which expresses enthusiastic agreement without needing further explanation.
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