Parler anglais
Episodes
Using ‘get’ naturally to speak about buying and receiving
24 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, we look at how to use 'get' naturally to mean buying and receiving.Read the episode transcript by joining the Learn English with B...
What’s the worst present you ever bought someone?
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ben looks back at a present he got someone which wasn't well-received...Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension q...
Correct the mistakes
21 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Can you find and correct the mistakes in Ben's sentences?Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizzes, and video ...
Using ‘such’ to emphasise a quality
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ben looks at how we use 'such' to emphasise a quality - and the difference between 'such' and 'so'.Read the episode transcript by joining the Learn En...
Adjectives to describe negative personality traits
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ben gives you a list of great adjectives to describe negative personality.Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension qu...
“Don’t be such a Scrooge!”: Who is Scrooge and what connects him with Christmas?
15 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, we look at a famous fictional character which inspired an English expression.Read the episode transcript and test your understandi...
What’s the missing phrasal verb?
14 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
8 sentences with a missing verb to complete a phrasal verb - can you guess what they are? Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, ...
5 Christmas Cracker riddles - can you find the answers?
11 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Can you find the answers to these tricky riddles?Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizzes, and video tutorial...
5 Christmas Cracker ‘Puns’ - but do you get them?
10 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Do you understand these terrible Christmas jokes?Read the episode transcript by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll get access to tran...
What are Christmas Crackers and what do we do with them?
08 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ben looks at an important Christmas tradition in the UK.Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension quiz by joining t...
What’s the missing word?
07 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
6 sentences, 2 missing words - can you find them?Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizzes, and video tutorial...
Guess the famous person (based on appearance clues)
04 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Can you guess who Ben is describing from his clues about the appearance of three famous people?Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcri...
Describing appearance (Part Two)
03 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In part two, we look at adjectives to describe: facial features, eyes, skin, and general descriptions.You'll find a full list of the adjectives used i...
Describing appearance (Part One)
01 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In part one, we take a look at some great adjectives to describe: height, body shape, and hair.You'll find a full list of the adjectives on the fan cl...
November Pub Quiz
30 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
8 general knowledge questions for you to answer...Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizzes, and video tutoria...
End of the month grammar and vocab quiz
27 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we look back on what we studied during the month of November.You'll find the questions and answers in full on the Learn English With Ben fan cl...
Understanding the lyrics: 9 to 5 by Dolly Parton
26 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ben looks at the lyrics to this classic track by the iconic country music star Dolly Parton.Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts...
Describing maps and geography
24 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ben looks at ways to describe the position of places geographically.Read the episode transcript by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll...
Correct the mistakes
23 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Can you find and correct the mistakes in Ben's sentences?Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizzes, and video ...
Do you still feel guilty about something that happened many years ago?
20 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ben discusses the topic of guilty consciences!Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension quiz by joining the Learn E...
Guess the famous dish
19 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Three famous dishes, can you name them from Ben's clues?Read the episode transcript by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll get access ...
Practising verbs + verb-ing (Part Two)
17 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We continue our practice of verbs which use the gerund form after specific verbs. This week we look at: Avoid; Admit; Keep; Consider; SuggestRead the ...
What’s the missing word?
16 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
6 sentences, 2 missing words - can you find them?Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizzes, and video tutorial...
5 surprising scented objects
13 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ben takes a look at 5 surprising scented objects following the news of the release of 600,000 croissant-scented stamps in France. You can hear more ab...
Understanding the lyrics: ‘Brothers in Arms’ by Dire Straits
12 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ben takes a look at the lyrics to this famous anti-war song from 1985.Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension q...
Practising verbs + verb-ing
10 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ben looks at five verbs which are followed by a gerund verb. Read the episode transcript by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll get ac...
Correct the mistakes
09 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Can you find and correct the mistakes in Ben's sentences?Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizzes, and video ...
Great British quotes: “Get out of my pub!”
06 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ben talks about an iconic British TV character and her famous catchphrase.Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension...
Guess the historical figure
05 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Here are three sets of clues about figures from history. Can you guess who Ben is talking about?Read the episode transcript by joining the Learn Engli...
Practising subject questions
03 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ben looks at how we use subject questions in English.Read the episode transcript by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll get access to ...
What’s the missing word?
02 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
6 sentences, 2 missing words - can you find them?Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizzes, and video tutorial...
Halloween ‘Trick or Treat’: Sweet or just annoying?!
30 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ben talks about the origins of 'trick-or-treat' and discusses how much fun it really is...Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with...
End of the month grammar and vocabulary quiz
29 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's the end of the month, so it's time to look back at what we studied during the month of October. The questions are available to look at for Gold m...
Useful exercises to practise speaking ALONE!
27 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ben looks at five exercises to help you practise your speaking... by yourself! Read the episode transcript by joining the Learn English with Ben fan c...
October Pub Quiz
26 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
8 general knowledge questions for you to answer. See all the questions by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll get access to transcript...
Would you watch a movie with AI actors?
23 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
After news emerged of an AI actress holding talks with agencies, Ben discusses the future of cinema.Read the episode transcript and test your understa...
Guess the movie
22 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Can you name the three films Ben is describing?Read the episode transcript by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll get access to transc...
Practising indirect questions
20 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ben looks at how we change the structure of sentences when we use indirect questions.Read the episode transcript by joining the Learn English with Ben...
Correct the mistakes
19 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Can you find and correct the mistakes in Ben's sentences?Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizzes, and video ...
My favourite film: Forrest Gump
16 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ben talks about one of his favourite movies.Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension quiz by joining the Learn Eng...
Understanding the lyrics: ‘Fortunate Son’ by Creedence Clearwater Revival
15 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ben looks at the lyrics to one of the most famous protest songs ever.Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizzes...
Prepositions with question words
13 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ben looks at how to use prepositions in questions.Read the episode transcript by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll get access to tra...
What’s the missing word?
12 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
6 sentences, 2 missing words - can you find them?Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizzes, and video tutorial...
Have you ever forgotten to return something important?
09 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ben looks at the topic of borrowing and lending.Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension quiz by joining the ...
It’s or Its?
08 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ben looks at when to use 'it's' and when to use 'its'.Read the episode transcript by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll get access to...
Guess the city
06 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Can you guess the three cities Ben is describing from the clues?Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizzes, and...
Correct the mistakes
05 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Can you find and correct the mistakes in Ben's sentences?Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizzes, and video ...
My favourite English words and phrases: It’s not my cup of tea
02 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, Ben discusses how and when we use the phrase 'It's not my cup of tea".Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with...
Practising prepositions of place
01 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, we practise prepositions of place - specifically in, at and on.Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, compreh...
End of month grammar and vocab quiz
29 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's the end of the month, so it's time to revise what we studied in September. Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehens...
September pub quiz
28 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's the last Sunday of the month, so it's time for our monthly pub quiz.Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension qui...
Have you ever turned up at completely the wrong place?
25 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
After a man in Scotland found himself at the wrong hotel for a wedding, I look back at times I've been in the wrong place (at the right time!). Read t...
Understanding the lyrics: ‘The Logical Song’ by Supertramp
24 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ben looks at the lyrics to this 1979 classic.Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizzes, and video tutorials, j...
Guess the famous person - living or dead (with bonus irregular verbs exercise)
22 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Can you guess who Ben is describing based on the clues? Read the episode transcript by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll get access ...
What’s the missing word?
21 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
6 sentences, 2 missing words - can you find them?Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizzes, and video tutorial...
Is this the prettiest walking route in London?
18 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, Ben talks about one of the nicest places in London to take a relaxed walk. Read the episode transcript and test your understanding...
Prepositions of Direction: ‘Along’ and ‘Through’
17 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode, we look at how to use the important prepositions: along and through.Read the episode transcript by joining the Learn English with ...
Practising ‘get’
15 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, we practise the various ways we use the verb 'get'. Listen back to previous Parler Anglais episodes for more detailed explanations...
Correct the mistakes
14 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Can you find and correct the mistakes in Ben's sentences?Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizzes, and video ...
5 of the weirdest Guinness World Records
11 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ben looks at five of the most unusual world records ever!Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension quiz by joining ...
Using ‘get’ in the passive voice
10 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ben looks at how we use in passive sentences.Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizzes, and video tutorials, j...
Understanding the lyrics: ‘Honesty’ by Billy Joel
08 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ben takes a look at this Billy Joel classic from 1978.Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizzes, and video tut...
What’s the missing word?
07 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
6 sentences, 2 missing words - can you find them?Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizzes, and video tutorial...
Review: A day up the Shard
04 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ben talks about his experience going up the UK's tallest building.Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension quiz by...
Guess the band/artist
03 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Great news - I'm now taking bookings for new students! And to help you get started, I’m offering 10% off if you book a course of 5 or 10 online less...
Using ‘get’ to speak about movement
01 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ben looks at how we use the verb 'get' to indicate movement.Read the episode transcript by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll get acc...
August pub quiz
31 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
8 general knowledge questions for you to answer.Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizzes, and video tutorials...
End of month test
28 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ben looks back at some topics we've studied during the month of August.Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizz...
Understanding the lyrics: ‘The Power’ by Snap!
27 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ben looks at the lyrics to this hit song from 1990.Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizzes, and video tutori...
Using ‘have got’
25 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, we look at how and when to use 'have got'.Read the episode transcript by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll get a...
Correct the mistakes
24 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Can you find and correct the mistakes in Ben's sentences?Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizzes, and video ...
Is Airbnb safer or riskier than hotels?
21 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ben discusses the pros and cons of Airbnb compared to hotels.Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension quiz by join...
Understanding the lyrics: ‘Getting Better’ by The Beatles
20 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ben looks at the lyrics to this famous Beatles song from 1967.Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizzes, and v...
Using ‘get’ to speak about a changing state
18 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, we look at how to use 'get' instead of 'become'.Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizzes,...
What’s the missing phrasal verb
17 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Here are 8 sentences with missing verbs to complete a phrasal verb - but can you name the missing verb?Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For ...
Have you been a victim of an online scam?
14 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, we discuss online fraud and how it's affected Ben and others lately.Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a...
Using ‘get’ instead of ‘receive’, ‘obtain’ and ‘buy’
13 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Great news - I'm now taking bookings for new students! And to help you get started, I’m offering 10% off if you book a course of 5 or 10 online less...
Where am I? Guess the holiday destination
11 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Great news - I'm now taking bookings for new students! And to help you get started, I’m offering 10% off if you book a course of 5 or 10 online less...
What’s the missing word?
10 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Great news - I'm now taking bookings for new students! And to help you get started, I’m offering 10% off if you book a course of 5 or 10 online less...
The Coldplay concert affair: Do we have a ‘schadenfreude’ problem?
07 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Great news - I'm now taking bookings for new students! And to help you get started, I’m offering 10% off if you book a course of 5 or 10 online less...
Understanding the lyrics: 'Cruel To Be Kind' by Nick Lowe
06 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ben analyses the lyrics to the 1979 classic 'Cruel To Be Kind' by Nick Lowe.Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension ...
Using ‘though’
04 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ben looks at how we use the word 'though' for contrast.Read the episode transcript by joining the Learn English with Ben fan club. You'll get access t...
Correct the mistakes
03 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Can you find and correct the mistakes in Ben's sentences?Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizzes, and video ...
Should the voting age be lowered to 16?
31 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ben discusses an issue which has made the news lately in the UK.Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension quiz by j...
End of the month quiz (July)
30 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Here are 8 questions about topics we have studied in the month of July. Good luck!Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehe...
Where am I? Guess the holiday destination
28 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Three holiday destinations...Can you guess them from Ben's clues?Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizzes, an...
July Pub Quiz
27 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
8 general knowledge questions for you to answer.Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizzes, and video tutorials...
My (non-) Summer of Music (again!)
24 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When will Ben finally see a music concert?! In this episode, he explains what happened (or didn't happen) with a recent gig at London's Hyde Park.Read...
Understanding the lyrics: 'Higher Love' by Steve Winwood
23 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ben takes a look at the lyrics to this 1986 hit.Would you like Ben to analyse one of your favourite songs? Send him an email: learnenglishwithben88@gm...
Thinking OF or ABOUT?
21 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ben looks at how and why we use 'of' and 'about' after the verb 'think'.Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quiz...
What’s the missing word?
20 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
6 sentences, 2 missing words - can you find them?Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizzes, and video tutorial...
Starting a new hobby: open water swimming
17 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Could this be Ben's next hobby? And would YOU try it?!Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with a comprehension quiz by joining the...
Guess the Missing Uncountable Noun
16 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Complete Ben's story with 10 uncountable nouns.Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizzes, and video tutorials,...
Uncountable nouns practice
14 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ben looks at ten uncountable nouns and gives you some exercises to practise. Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehe...
Correct the mistakes
13 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Can you find and correct the mistakes in Ben's sentences?Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizzes, and video ...
What is ‘imposter syndrome’ and do I have it?!
10 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ben talks about his experiences of feeling undeserving of certain things. Can you relate?Read the episode transcript and test your understanding with ...
The Mysterious Package - practising irregular verbs
09 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Here's a story with missing words to help you practise irregular verbs.Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizz...
Irregular verbs practice
07 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ben tests your irregular verb knowledge!Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizzes, and video tutorials, join t...
What’s the missing word?
06 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
6 sentences, 2 missing words - can you find them?Patreon: patreon.com/learnenglishwithben - For transcripts, comprehension quizzes, and video tutorial...
A tribute to a Beach Boy: Brian Wilson (1942-2025)
03 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ben looks back at the life and works of musical legend Brian Wilson, co-founder of the Beach Boys, who died last month. Read the episode transcript an...