Scratch the surface https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the-english-we-speak_2025/ep-250630 Introduction This phrase is about dealing with only a small part of something. Learn how to use it with Georgie and Feifei. Transcript Feifei Hello and welcome to The English We Speak, where we explain expressions used by fluent English speakers so that you can use them too! I’m […] La entrada 235.- Scratch the surface. Profesor se publicó primero en Madrid Berlin Idiomas.
Twist someone’s arm https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the-english-we-speak_2025/ep-250324 Introduction An expression meaning to persuade someone. Learn how to use it here. Transcript Feifei Hello and welcome to The English We Speak, where we explain phrases used by fluent English speakers so that you can use them as well. I’m Feifei, and I’m joined by Beth. Beth Hi […] La entrada 234.- Twist someone’s arm. Profesor se publicó primero en Madrid Berlin Idiomas.
Have someone on https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the-english-we-speak_2025/ep-250317 Introduction This means making someone believe something that isn’t true, but in a jokey way. Learn how to use this expression here. Feifei Hello and welcome to The English We Speak, where we explain phrases used by fluent English speakers so that you can use them as well. […] La entrada 233.- Have someone on. Profesor se publicó primero en Madrid Berlin Idiomas.
Can-do attitude. https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the-english-we-speak_2025/ep-250310 Introduction If you have a can-do attitude, you don’t let anything stop you. Learn how to use this expression here. Feifei Hello. Welcome to The English We Speak, where we explain phrases used by fluent English speakers so that you can use them too. I’m Feifei, and I’m feeling […] La entrada 232.- Can-do attitude. Profesor se publicó primero en Madrid Berlin Idiomas.
By the book https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the-english-we-speak_2025/ep-250106 Introduction This expression is all about following the rules. Learn how to use it here. Transcript Feifei Hello and welcome to The English We Speak, where we explain phrases used by fluent English speakers so that you can use them, too! I’m Feifei, and I’m joined by Georgie. […] La entrada 231.- By the book se publicó primero en Madrid Berlin Idiomas.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the-english-we-speak_2025/ep-250303 Introduction Your ‘go-to’ is your preferred option. Learn how to use this expression here. Feifei Hello and welcome to The English We Speak, where we explain phrases used by fluent English speakers so that you can use them too. I’m Feifei, and on this really cold day, I’m with Phil. But how […] La entrada 230.- Go to. Profesor se publicó primero en Madrid Berlin Idiomas.
You can´t go wrong with https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the-english-we-speak_2024/ep-241223 Introduction When someone tells you ‘can’t go wrong’ with their suggestion, they’re telling you that you can’t fail if you use it. Learn how to use this phrase in this programme. Transcript Feifei Hello, and welcome to The English We Speak, where we explain phrases used by […] La entrada 229.- You can´t go wrong with. Profesor se publicó primero en Madrid Berlin Idiomas.
Turn over a new leaf https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the-english-we-speak_2024/ep-241230 Introduction Many of us hope to turn over a new leaf when a new year starts. It means to start again and move on from the past. Learn how to use this phrase in this programme. Transcript Feifei Hello, and welcome to The English We Speak, where we […] La entrada 228.- Turn over a new leaf. Profesor se publicó primero en Madrid Berlin Idiomas.
Shoehorn something in https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the-english-we-speak_2024/ep-241125 Introduction Have you ever used a shoehorn to squeeze your foot somewhere it doesn’t quite fit? Learn a related expression here Transcript Feifei Hello and welcome to The English We Speak, where we explain phrases used by fluent English speakers so that you can use them, too! I’m Feifei, […] La entrada 227.- Shoehorn something in. Profesor se publicó primero en Madrid Berlin Idiomas.
Now you’re talking https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the-english-we-speak/ep-210920 Summary Roy’s got an idea to make the most of the good weather but Jiaying isn’t so sure. He’s got to improve his idea for Jiaying to approve. When he does, what’s she going to say? Transcript Jiaying Hello and welcome to The English We Speak with me, Jiaying… […] La entrada 226.- Now you´re talking. Profesor se publicó primero en Madrid Berlin Idiomas.
On the fly https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the-english-we-speak_2024/ep-241118 Introduction Is it better to work out what you’re cooking on the fly, or to follow a recipe? Learn a phrase to talk about improvising something. Transcript Feifei Hello and welcome to The English We Speak, where we explain phrases used by fluent English speakers so that you can use […] La entrada 221.- On the fly. Profesor se publicó primero en Madrid Berlin IDIOMAS.
That’s on you https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the-english-we-speak_2024/ep-241111 Introduction When someone tells you ‘that’s on you’, they’re telling you that it’s your fault. We often use this phrase to remind people of their responsibility. Transcript FeifeiHello and welcome to The English We Speak, where we explain phrases used by fluent English speakers so that you can […] La entrada 220.- That’s on you. Profesor se publicó primero en Madrid Berlin IDIOMAS.
Off the scale https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the-english-we-speak_2024/ep-241028 Introduction An expression that means goes far beyond what is expected. Learn it here. Transcript Feifei Hello and welcome to The English We Speak, where we explain phrases used by fluent English speakers so that you can use them as well. I’m Feifei. Beth And I’m Beth. How are you, […] La entrada 219.- Off the scale. Profesor se publicó primero en Madrid Berlin IDIOMAS.
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Fill your boots https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the-english-we-speak_2023/ep-230919 Introduction Sometimes in life we are presented with an opportunity, and someone tells us to make the most of it! Maybe it’s eating as much as you want in a restaurant or watching as many films as we’d like to. We have an expression you can use in […] La entrada 216.- Fill your boots. Profesor se publicó primero en Madrid Berlin IDIOMAS.
Sound out https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the-english-we-speak_2023/ep-231120 Introduction If you want to find out what someone else thinks, you can ask them questions. Sometimes you can do it without them noticing. We have an expression you can use to describe this. Transcript Phil Welcome to The English We Speak, with me Phil… Feifei And me, Feifei. […] La entrada 215.- Sound out. Profesor se publicó primero en Madrid Berlin IDIOMAS.
I’m out https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the-english-we-speak_2023/ep-231204 A sponsored event is an event in which people try to do something such as walk or run a particular distance in order to raise money for charity. The sponsored walk will raise money for the charity. American English: sponsored /ˈspɒnsərd/ Introduction Sometimes you need to say you don’t have […] La entrada 214.- I´m out. Profesor se publicó primero en Madrid Berlin IDIOMAS.
Take something to heart Summary Are you ruled by your head or your heart? If you get upset by someone’s feedback or advice, it’s probably your heart that’s in control! We teach an English phrase that describes this feeling which Rob’s about to experience. Find out more in this episode. Transcript Feifei Welcome […]
On the table https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the-english-we-speak_2023/ep-230703 Introduction In this programme, we talk about an idiom that’s often used in business. It describes someone showing a plan or offer for others to consider and negotiate. Find about ‘on the table’, and see if you can use it in your English conversation. […]