May 28

Living with debt

Many people have to borrow money to make big purchases, like buying a house or a car. When you do this, you have to pay the money back over time – the money you owe is a debt. With the current cost of living getting increasingly high, some people are having to borrow money even f ... Show More

6m 37s

May 21

Making cities feel quieter

What do you prefer – the sounds of birdsong and wind rustling in the trees, or the hum of traffic and chatter of people passing by? Some people like the quiet of the countryside and others love the noise of the city, but did you know that constant exposure to loud noise has been ... Show More

6m 37s

May 14

How reading shapes your brain

Do you remember what it was like before you learnt to read? It's hard to think back that far! Scientific research has shown that learning to read changes the way our brains work. Not only that, but depending on the language you are reading, your brain changes in different ways. B ... Show More

6m 35s

Jun 2024

The English we speak: Take the plunge

For more great language tips and programmes visit bbclearningenglish.com (Image: Getty)Find 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-240624FIND BBC ... Show More

3m 10s

May 2024

3 ways to use 'identify'

Do you identify with language learning? Great - we have a programme for you to help you learn English.TRANSCRIPT Find a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your English at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/course/eiam/unit-3/session- ... Show More

1m 9s

Jul 2024

The English We Speak: Second nature

Here's an expression that means you can do something without having to think about it, because it's so familiar to you. [Image: Getty] For more great language tips and programmes visit bbclearningenglish.com Find a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you ... Show More

3m 20s

May 2024

3 ways to use 'situation'

We have a good situation here - Beth is explaining how to use the word 'situation' Please note this podcast is moving to a new home - search for Learning English Vocabulary in your podcast app.TRANSCRIPT Find a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with ... Show More

1m 32s

May 2024

English in a Minute: 3 ways to use 'situation'

We have a good situation here - Beth is explaining how to use the word 'situation'TRANSCRIPT Find a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your English at: https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/course/eiam/unit-3/session-82 FIND BBC LEARNING ... Show More

1 m

Jun 2024

Binomials: phrases made of two words

Do you want some cheap and cheerful tips to improve your English? Listen to learn more.FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE: Visit our website ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish Follow us ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/followusLIKE PODCASTS? Try some of our other popula ... Show More

6m 2s

Mar 2024

Walk someone through

TRANSCRIPT Find 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-240325FIND BBC LEARNING ENGLISH HERE: Visit our website ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningen ... Show More

2m 15s

Feb 2024

Rinse repeat

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-we-speak_2024/ep-240226FIND BBC LEA ... Show More

2 m

How learning to read changes lives