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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Off the back of a lorry
05/05/2014 Duration: 03minBuying something really good but super cheap? This expression will make you think twice.
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Pie in the sky
21/04/2014 Duration: 02minFinn and Li are in the woods. Can they see more than birds flying in the sky?
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On the tip of my tongue
14/04/2014 Duration: 03minCan't quite remember what to say? We have a phrase that might help you.
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Under your belt
07/04/2014 Duration: 02minWhat does it mean if you say an actor has lots of awards under his belt?
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To brush over
31/03/2014 Duration: 02minWhen you are decorating, there are some things you can't brush over
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Go the extra mile
24/03/2014 Duration: 03minHow can Feifei save money for a new car? Will she go the extra mile?
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Beat around the bush
17/03/2014 Duration: 03minRob and Li go camping but they are not alone. Join them to learn a phrase
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The boot's on the other foot
10/03/2014 Duration: 02minHow are boots connected to a changing situation?
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Pull the plug
03/03/2014 Duration: 02minRob is having serious problems with a project. Li wants to help him. But how? Listen to the programme to find out.
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In the doghouse
24/02/2014 Duration: 02minBehave or you might end up in the kennel with your dog. Learn a new phrase.
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Chew the fat
17/02/2014 Duration: 03minRob and Feifei share a hearty meal and a new phrase. Join them to learn more.
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Treading on eggshells
10/02/2014 Duration: 03minWhat are you treading on if you're trying not to offend someone? We can explain.
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Take a rain check
03/02/2014 Duration: 03minWhat does 'taking a rain check' mean? Do we need an umbrella?
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Use your loaf
27/01/2014 Duration: 02minWhat's the connection between bread and common sense? You might need this expression.
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Skeleton in the closet
13/01/2014 Duration: 03minFinn and Li go to his late uncle's house. What is Li afraid of? We hope this expression won't frighten you.
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To have words
06/01/2014 Duration: 02minWhy is Finn cross with Li? Here's a good expression for when you're out of patience.
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Crystal clear
30/12/2013 Duration: 03minIf something is crystal clear, how clear is it? Rob and Feifei find out when they build a wardrobe.