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The English We Speak BBC Learning English
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4.6 • 84 Ratings
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Every week, we look at a different everyday English phrase or piece of slang in this fun three-minute programme. From BBC World Service
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Beige flag
An expression that describes a habit you find strange, but doesn't make you not like someone.
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TRANSCRIPT
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https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the-english-we-speak_2024/ep-240422.
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Lay it on thick
An expression about exaggerating or praising someone too much.
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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-240416.
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Telling porkies
Here's a light-hearted expression about not telling the truth.
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TRANSCRIPT
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https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the-english-we-speak_2024/ep-240409.
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Walk someone through
TRANSCRIPT
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https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the-english-we-speak_2024/ep-240325
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Brick by brick
TRANSCRIPT
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Although English is my mother tongue I believe many non-native speakers would actually benefit from this channel.
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