That'll be the day
29 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Learn a phrase about things that are unlikely to happen.
Gathering dust
22 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What’s gathering dust in your house?
Easier said than done
15 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Talking about doing things can be easy, but doing them can be a bit more complicated.
The plot thickens
08 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A phrase for when a situation becomes more mysterious.
All at sea
01 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Discover more about this nautical phrase in The English We Speak.
Don't mind me
22 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If you want tell someone to ignore what you’re doing, what can you say?
Cramp my style
15 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Who’s cramping your style?
You couldn't make it up
08 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Learn an expression for unbelievable events.
Cool cat
01 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you know someone who is really hip and trendy?
There's nothing to it
25 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes we do things that are simple. Learn an 'easy' phrase to describe this.
As sick as a parrot
18 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Learn a phrase about disappointment.
Eke out
13 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We have the perfect phrase to describe making the most of what you’ve got left.
Say no more
04 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Learn a phrase about understanding someone.
Scrub up well
28 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Learn a phrase about making a special effort to dress smartly.
You shouldn't have
21 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Learn a phrase to show surprise when receiving a gift
Not looking too clever
14 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If someone’s 'not looking too clever', are we doubting their intelligence?
Not like the sound of something
07 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Don't like what you hear? Say it with this expression!
I'll give you that
30 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Learn what to say when you agree with someone about some or all of what they said.
Another string to your bow
23 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Learn a phrase about having an additional skill.
Clap back
16 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
When someone criticises something you’ve done, what do you do?
Talk through your hat
09 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Learn a phrase about talking nonsense.
Quote ... unquote
02 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
An expression for when we want to repeat exactly what someone has said.
Not a patch on something
26 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Learn an expression for when something is far worse than something else.
No cap
19 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you know someone who always tells the truth?
Moreish
12 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
An expression you can use to talk food you can't resist.
A legend in one's lifetime
04 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you know a famous living person? Here’s a phrase to describe them.
Live rent-free in one's head
28 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What or who do you think about all the time?
Now you're talking
21 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Learn how to show that you like someone’s idea.
Hits different
14 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Here’s the expression you can use to talk about something special.
Extra
07 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Learn an expression to describe how exaggerated some people are.
Zhuzh
31 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you want to make something more interesting by changing it slightly?
Lo and behold
24 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Learn an expression to introduce a surprising part of a story.
Bigwig
17 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Here’s an expression to describe an important and powerful person.
Cringe
10 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A word for when you want to say that something is really embarrassing.
It’s the … for me
05 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Learn an expression to talk about why you love or hate something.
Obvs
27 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Some things are obvious but maybe this word isn’t. Listen to the programme.
Down / Up for something
20 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If there is something you are interested in doing now, we have an expression for you.
Savage
13 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Learn a new meaning of the word 'savage'.
Lit
06 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Learn an informal word to say something is amazing.
Yikes!
29 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Learn an informal word to express shock.
YOLO
22 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you live for the moment?
Vibe
15 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If you want to say something has a good aura, we have an expression you can use.
Noob
08 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you know what to call someone who’s new to something or very inexperienced?
Adulting
01 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Learn a word to describe behaving like an adult.
Push back
18 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Learn a phrase about delaying things.
The CEO of
11 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If you want to say you’re the best at something, you could use this expression!
Zip it!
04 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We all like to talk, but some people don’t know when to stop.
Botch job
27 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What do you call a job badly done?
It slaps!
20 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What do you think is absolutely amazing?
Have a lot of plates spinning
13 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A phrase about having a lot of things to do.
Pizzazz
06 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do a lot of people remark on how glamorous you are?
Oomph
30 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A word to describe someone with charm and energy!
Snap up
23 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If you snap up something, you get it quickly or immediately and usually with enthusiasm.
Nothingburger
16 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Describing something insignificant
Awesomesauce
09 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Learn a new informal word to describe something amazing.
Clout
02 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Learn an expression about having influence.
GOAT
23 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
'GOAT' is used to talk about things or people that we think are the best.
Workation
16 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
'Workation' is a combination of the words 'work' and 'vacation'.
Moonshot
09 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Learn an expression used to describe an experimental project.
Slap-bang
02 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Learn a phrase to describe an exact position.
Sadfishing
26 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A word used when someone exaggerates their emotional problems to get attention.
Mic drop
19 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Roy and Feifei teach you a new English expression.
Tone deaf
12 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Learn when 'tone deaf' has nothing to do with music...
'A' game
05 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes people need to be on top form and do their best work.
Frontliner
28 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We describe nurses and doctors who have been working on the frontline
On fleek
15 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
From eyebrows to clothes, when they look good we like to say so.
Contact tracing
08 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Learn vocabulary related to the coronavirus pandemic.
Key worker
01 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Someone who has become more important than ever during the coronavirus pandemic.
Sharenting
24 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Don't share too many photos of your children!
Plastic footprint
17 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It's similar to 'carbon footprint', but this focuses on your plastic usage.
Spoiler alert!
10 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
A warning when we're going to reveal part of the story of a film, book or TV series.
Listicle
02 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Find out more about a portmanteau that combines the words 'list' and 'article'.
Doomscrolling
27 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Learn a word about the addiction to looking at depressing news on social media.
Crowdsourcing
20 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Learn a word that might be useful when you’re developing an idea and need help.
One step at a time
13 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
When you’re trying something new, it’s best not to rush.
Bog-standard
06 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
How do you describe something that is standard, ordinary and nothing special?
A wake-up call
29 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Learn this expression: it's a warning sign!
Climate emergency
22 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Find out more about this expression and learn things you can do to help the planet.
Thirsty
15 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
A word for social media attention-seekers!
Vanilla
08 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Learn a word that can be used to describe something that is basic or bland.
Roast
01 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Learn the other meaning of the word 'roast'.
Sticking point
25 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
A 'sticking point' is an issue or a problem in a negotiation that blocks an agreement.
Flatten the curve
18 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Learn language to talk about the coronavirus pandemic.
Living in a bubble
11 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Do you know someone who's a bit sheltered from the problems of the world?
Cancelled
04 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Learn the new meaning of the word 'cancelled'.
New normal
28 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Learn a new expression that describes our new way of life.
Slippery slope
21 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Learn how to describe a situation that is getting worse and might end in disaster.
Throw shade
14 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Learn an expression about criticism.
Bite the bullet
07 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Learn an English expression with bite!
Blended working
30 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
A mix of home and office working has led to a new English expression.
JOMO
23 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever felt like turning off your phone and not doing something social?
Furlough
16 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Not a new word, but it’s more commonly used recently due to the coronavirus crisis.
Spill the tea
09 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Are you a gossip? You'll love this expression.
Flexing
02 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
What word can you use to describe people who show off? Find out with Roy and Feifei.
Salty
26 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Why are people saying 'salty'? Find out with Feifei and Roy.
Skeleton crew
19 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
An expression for when there aren't many people working.
Lowkey
12 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
A word used to describe something you love doing, but are embarrassed to tell people.
Live for something
05 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Learn a phrase for things that excite you!
Cabin fever
28 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Some people suffer from this experience.Find out what it means.
Bang on about something
21 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Do you know someone who talks about something so much that it gets annoying?