Vanilla
Learn a word that can be used to describe something that is basic or bland.
Learning English Conversations
Everyday expressions and real English conversations to help make your everyday conversations easier.
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Episodes
Roast
Learn the other meaning of the word 'roast'.
Sticking point
A 'sticking point' is an issue or a problem in a negotiation that blocks an agreement.
Flatten the curve
Learn language to talk about the coronavirus pandemic.
Living in a bubble
Do you know someone who's a bit sheltered from the problems of the world?
Cancelled
Learn the new meaning of the word 'cancelled'.
New normal
Learn a new expression that describes our new way of life.
Slippery slope
Learn how to describe a situation that is getting worse and might end in disaster.
Throw shade
Learn an expression about criticism.
Bite the bullet
Learn an English expression with bite!
Blended working
A mix of home and office working has led to a new English expression.
JOMO
Have you ever felt like turning off your phone and not doing something social?
Furlough
Not a new word, but it’s more commonly used recently due to the coronavirus crisis.
Spill the tea
Are you a gossip? You'll love this expression.
Flexing
What word can you use to describe people who show off? Find out with Roy and Feifei.
Salty
Why are people saying 'salty'? Find out with Feifei and Roy.
Skeleton crew
An expression for when there aren't many people working.
Lowkey
A word used to describe something you love doing, but are embarrassed to tell people.
Live for something
Learn a phrase for things that excite you!
Cabin fever
Some people suffer from this experience.Find out what it means.
Bang on about something
Do you know someone who talks about something so much that it gets annoying?
Fire
Everyone knows what fire is, don't they? Think again! Roy and Feifei teach a new meaning.
Running on fumes
What can you say when you have no energy? Learn a new English expression!
Sheeple
Follow the crowd and learn a new English expression!
Hater
Learn a phrase to describe a negative attitude.
Talk shop
If you have to talk about work even when you’re not doing it, this is the phrase for you!
Snackable
Learn an expression to describe short online content that you can snack on!
A memory like a sieve
Are you forgetful? This expression is for you!
Nomophobia
Got a fear of not using your mobile phone? Here's how to describe your condition.
Peacocking
Rob and Feifei explain the true meaning of this animal-related phrase.