The English We Speak

How are boots connected to a changing situation?

Rob is having serious problems with a project. Li wants to help him. But how? Listen to the programme to find out.

Behave or you might end up in the kennel with your dog. Learn a new phrase.

Rob and Feifei share a hearty meal and a new phrase. Join them to learn more.

What are you treading on if you're trying not to offend someone? We can explain.

What does 'taking a rain check' mean? Do we need an umbrella?

What's the connection between bread and common sense? You might need this expression.

Playing cricket is not the only place where you could get stumped. Find out what it means when it happens to you.

Finn and Li go to his late uncle's house. What is Li afraid of? We hope this expression won't frighten you.

Why is Finn cross with Li? Here's a good expression for when you're out of patience.

If something is crystal clear, how clear is it? Rob and Feifei find out when they build a wardrobe.

The glass and steel buildings of modern Shanghai are ginormous. What does this mean?

Who is laughing at Rob? Is it Li or is it Mickey Mouse? Here's an expression with a twist

What are you hoping to catch when you're fishing for compliments?

Which way are you going if you're not making any progress? Discover a phrase to use when you keep coming back to the same problem.

Li starts to get worried when her colleagues talk about going for a 'bottomless' meal. What does it mean? Find out more by listening to this programme.

Are you feeling tired today? Or are you full of beans? Learn more about this phrase in this programme.

You don't need fireworks to say a party is going really well.

Do you always consult with your other half before you make important decisions?

Neil says he has a lot of 'bits and bobs' to sort out. What does he mean?