The English We Speak

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A wake-up call

Learn this expression: it's a warning sign!

03:04

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Climate emergency

Find out more about this expression and learn things you can do to help the planet.

02:55

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Thirsty

A word for social media attention-seekers!

02:50

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Vanilla

Learn a word that can be used to describe something that is basic or bland.

02:50

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Roast

Learn the other meaning of the word 'roast'.

02:54

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Sticking point

A 'sticking point' is an issue or a problem in a negotiation that blocks an agreement.

03:05

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Flatten the curve

Learn language to talk about the coronavirus pandemic.

02:23

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Living in a bubble

Do you know someone who's a bit sheltered from the problems of the world?

02:18

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Cancelled

Learn the new meaning of the word 'cancelled'.

02:33

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New normal

Learn a new expression that describes our new way of life.

02:24

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Slippery slope

Learn how to describe a situation that is getting worse and might end in disaster.

04:22

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Throw shade

Learn an expression about criticism.

02:32

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Bite the bullet

Learn an English expression with bite!

02:36

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Blended working

A mix of home and office working has led to a new English expression.

02:29

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Jomo

Have you ever felt like turning off your phone and not doing something social?

02:32

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Furlough

Not a new word, but it’s more commonly used recently due to the coronavirus crisis.

02:58

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Spill the tea

Are you a gossip? You'll love this expression.

04:22

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Flexing

What word can you use to describe people who show off? Find out with Roy and Feifei.

03:08

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Salty

Why are people saying 'salty'? Find out with Feifei and Roy.

03:42

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Skeleton crew

An expression for when there aren't many people working.

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