212.- On the table. Profesor

https://madrid-berlin-idiomas.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/On_the_table_download.mp3       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.     Transcript   Jiaying Welcome to...

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156. Dictado: Sticking point (profesor)

157.-Sticking point Transcript Feifei Hello and welcome to The English We Speak with me, Feifei… Roy …and me, Roy. Feifei Roy, please will you sit down! It’s really annoying with you always just standing there! Roy No, I refuse to sit down! I haven’t sat down for the whole week. I heard you talking about ‘a sticking point’ the other day, and after you played a joke on me and glued me to the chair – I will not sit down ever again! Feifei No, Roy! ‘A sticking point’ refers to a problem or issue that...

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155.- Running on fumes

156.-Running on fumes   Transcript   Feifei Hello and welcome to The English We Speak with me, Feifei… Roy..and me, Roy. FeifeiIn this programme, we have an expression to describe when someone is very tired and has used all their energy. It can also be used for things when they’re out of battery or fuel. Speaking of which, Roy – you look exhausted! Roy Thanks, Feifei (sarcastic)! Do I look that bad? I do feel tired, though! FeifeiRoy, you look like you’re running on fumes. RoyYou mean my car has run out...

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154.- Fire

155.-Fire  

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153.- Bang on about something. Profesor.

154.-Bang on about something Summary What phrase can you use to describe when a person talks and talks about something to the point where it gets a bit annoying? Do you know someone who does that? Find out how to use an interesting expression that native speakers use to describe this episode of The English We Speak. FeifeiHello and welcome to The English We Speak with me, Feifei… Roy…and me, Roy. FeifeiWe may sound a little different – that’s because we are not able to record in our normal studios during the coronavirus outbreak. In...

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152.- Cabin fever

153.-Cabin fever  

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151.-Live for something

152.-Live for something  

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150.-Lowkey

151.-Lowkey Transcript Feifei Hello and welcome to The English We Speak with me, Feifei… Roy …and me, Roy. Feifei We may sound a little different – that’s because we are not able to record in our normal studios during the coronavirus outbreak. Now Roy, stop using your phone! We’re trying to talk! Ahhh I know what game you’re playing! You’re probably too embarrassed to tell people which game it is – and in this programme we have a word to use when you want to be discreet, or not let people know something. Roy Well, I...

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149.- Skeleton crew

150.-Skeleton crew   Transcript   FeifeiHello and welcome to The English We Speak with me, Feifei…   Roy…and me, Roy.  FeifeiWe may sound a little different – that’s because we are not able to record in our normal studios during the coronavirus outbreak. In this programme, we have an expression that is used to describe the minimum number of people that are required to run a business. Speaking of which, there are not many people working in the train stations today.  RoyNo, you’re right. It’s because of the strikes on...

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148.- Salty

149.-Salty Transcript   FeifeiHello and welcome to The English We Speak with me, Feifei…  Roy…and me, Roy.  FeifeiWe may sound a little different – that’s because we are not able to record in our normal studios during the coronavirus outbreak. In this programme, we have a word that is used to say when someone is upset over something minor or trivial. Speaking of which, you got really upset when the vending machine didn’t have any of those sweets you like this morning!  RoyI really like ‘unicorn truffles’ – you have no...

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147.- Flexing

148.-Flexing transcript   FeifeiHello and welcome to The English We Speak with me, Feifei…  Roy …and me, Roy.  Feifei                                                                                            We may sound a little different – that’s because we are not able to record in our normal studios during the coronavirus outbreak. Roy! I saw the photo you sent to the text group this morning! I didn’t know you had a fancy sports...

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146.- Spill the tea

147.-Spill the tea Transcript Feifei Hello and welcome to The English We Speak with me, Feifei… Roy …and me, Roy. Feifei We may sound a little different. That’s because we are not able to record in our normal studios during the coronavirus outbreak. Roy, have you heard about Rob? Roy No, what about Rob? Feifei Well, you know that Rob’s been wearing a long t-shirt recently. It’s because the other night he went out with some friends. Well, he lost a dare and now he’s got a tattoo of panda on a skateboard on his...

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145.- Furlough

146.-Furlough   Transcript   FeifeiHello and welcome to The English We Speak with me, Feifei…   Roy…and me, Roy.  FeifeiWe may sound a little different – that’s because we are not able to record in our normal studios during the coronavirus outbreak. Roy, why have you shaved off your beard? I don’t think I’ve seen your chin before.  RoyWell, I got your message – you told me to trim my beard. You said it’s sad, but necessary to keep my fur low during the coronavirus. I thought it was a bit weird as my beard is made...

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144.- Peacocking

145.-Peacocking Rob’s showing off (again), but this time he’s decided to dress up and impress Feifei. Is this an example of ‘peacocking’, and what does that really mean? Watch The English We Speak to see Feifei’s reaction, and find out the true meaning of this animal-related phrase. Transcript Feifei Hello and welcome to The English We Speak with me, Feifei… Rob …and me, Rob. Hey, Feifei. I have a little challenge for you. Feifei Oh good, I like a challenge. Rob Right. Well. Can you name a bird that has bright...

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143.-Don´t get me wrong ( profesor)

144.-Dont Get Me Wrong Don´t get me wrong Li: Hello I’m Li! And joining me today is Neil – hello Neil! (miaow) Neil: Hello! (miaow) Li: Is that a cat in the basket you’re holding? Neil: It’s my adorable cat, Spencer. Li: Oh Spencer, can I see him? Neil: Of course… (basket opening) Li: Ahhhh-urgh! Neil: What do you mean, urgh? Li: That’s not a cat, it’s a kind of frog-chicken! (offended miaow) Li: It doesn’t have any fur! Neil: Spencer certainly is a cat. He’s a sphinx cat; they don’t...

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142.-Couch Surfing (profesor)

143.-couch surfing Transcript Feifei Welcome to The English We Speak, I’m Feifei. Rob And I’m Rob! Feifei A very messy and scruffy Rob, if I may say so. Did you not have time to brush your hair today? Rob Feifei, things are a bit difficult at the moment. I’m having some work done on my house. Feifei And has your hairbrush gone missing? Rob No, no. I’m not living at home at the moment – I’m sleeping where anyone has a spare sofa. It was Neil’s house on Monday, Paul’s on Tuesday, Sam’s on Wednesday… Feifei I get it. You...

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141.-Vanish into thin air (profesor)

142.-vanish into thin air Transcript Feifei This is The English We Speak. I’m Feifei. Rob And hello, I’m Rob. Feifei Rob, would you mind wiping those crumbs from your mouth? Rob Ooops, sorry! Feifei Do you know, it’s very strange – I made a cake a last night and brought it to work today to share with you. Rob That’s very kind! Feifei Yes, but it seems to have vanished into thin air. Rob Wow! You’re a magician! You’ve made a cake disappear! Feifei No, Rob. The phrase ‘to vanish into thin air’ means ‘to...

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140.- Tews talk the talk. Profesor

141.-Tews talk the talk Feifei Hello and welcome to The English We Speak with me, Feifei… Neil …and me, Neil. Feifei In this programme, we have an expression you can use to describe someone who talks confidently about a topic, but might not actually know that much about it. Neil Which reminds me, Feifei. Did I tell you that I’ve started a new evening course? Feifei No. What’s it in? Neil Well, see if you can guess… My lords, ladies and gentlemen. It is indeed an immense honour and privilege to stand here before you on...

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139.-Mind your Ps and Qs

140.-mind your ps and qs Mind your Ps and Qs Transcript Feifei So, tonight’s the night, Neil. How do you feel? Neil A bit nervous, but mostly excited. I’ve been practising my speech all morning. Feifei Just go out there, smile, and don’t forget: mind your Ps and Qs! Neil Eh? I know how to spell, Feifei. Feifei You know what I mean! Neil Don’t worry! I won’t offend anyone. Feifei Mind your Ps and Qs is our phrase in The English We Speak. If someone tells you to mind your Ps and Qs, they’re telling you to be polite in a social...

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138.-Fib

139.-fib Fib Transcript Feifei Hello and welcome to The English We Speak. I’m Feifei… and, not for the first time, it looks like Rob is late… Rob Here I am! Yes, really sorry. The bus was really slow. Feifei Hmmm… Bad on the roads today, huh? Rob Terrible traffic. Feifei That’s funny, because I took the train in this morning and I saw you at the other end of the carriage. Rob Err, OK. Sorry. Yes. I took the train, not the bus. Little fib there. Feifei Why would you want to fib about that? Well, not to worry, it gives us the...

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137.- Across

138.-across Transcript Feifei Hello and welcome to The English We Speak. I’m Feifei… Rob …and I’m Rob. And today, we’re going to use a common word in a slightly different way. It’s a preposition you’ve no doubt known for a long time. Feifei Yes, our word is across. Of course, you can say things like: Rob is sitting across from me. Rob Or: This food is popular across China. Feifei But what about this: Rob, are you across the plan for tonight’s event? Rob You’re not asking me if I’m sitting...

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136.-Fat chance

137.-fat chance Fat chance Feifei Hello and welcome back to The English We Speak. I’m Feifei. Rob And I’m Rob. Have I told you about the competition that I’ve entered, Feifei? Feifei No, Rob. What is it? Rob It’s a singing competition! You have to perform a popular song from your favourite band – and I’m going to win! Feifei You? Are going to win? No offence, Rob, but I’ve heard your singing voice, and, well, I’m not sure… Rob What are you trying to say, Feifei? Feifei All I’m saying is that there is fat chance of you...

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135.- Milk it

136.-milk it Milk it Transcript Feifei Hello, this The English We Speak. I’m Feifei… Rob …and don’t you know who I am?! I am Rob. Feifei Yes, we all know that, Rob. Rob But I am THE Rob – Rob of The English We Speak. There is nobody else like me. Feifei Yeah, yeah, yeah – don’t milk it! Rob Eh? Come on, show me some respect. Ouch, I seem to have pulled a muscle – ooo, that hurts. Feifei Come on, Rob. You hardly moved. Rob Ouch, it’s in my lower back. It’s so painful, I don’t know if I can carry on. Feifei You are...

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134.- Cherry pick

135.-cherry pick Cherry-pick Feifei Hello, this The English We Speak. I’m Feifei… Rob …and hello, I’m Rob. Feifei Why have you brought a bowl of fruit into the studio? Rob I’m not feeling great – and you know fruit is packed with vitamin C, so I though eating some would do me good. Feifei Hmm I see. Well, I’m sorry you’re not feeling great, but we have got a programme to do and an English phrase to teach. Rob If you don’t mind, I might just read a few lines from the script today – to save my voice. Perhaps I could just...

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133.- To fight tooth and nail

134.-fighting tooth and nail To fight tooth and nail Transcript Feifei Hello, this The English We Speak. I’m Feifei… Rob …and hello, I’m Rob. Feifei You’re looking a bit angry, Rob. Rob Yes, I am. I’m really angry. I’ve just heard some bad news. Feifei Oh no. What’s happened? Rob It’s the cafe I go to. They’ve decided to become a vegan cafe – no more meat. Where am I going to buy my bacon sandwich from now?! Feifei There could be worse things to get angry about. Rob Really? I don’t think so. I’m going to fight...

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132.It’s a small world

133.-it is a small world It’s a small world Transcript Feifei Hello and welcome back to The English We Speak. I’m Feifei. Rob And I’m Rob. Now, Feifei, do I have a story for you! Feifei Oh? Do tell! Rob Well, I was out shopping at the weekend when I ran into Neil! Feifei OK… Rob Well, we decided to get some lunch together, when who should we run into but Dan! Feifei Dan from the office? No way! Rob It gets weirder! Dan joined us for a bite to eat and then we saw Sam and Sian getting lunch together as well! It was a big,...

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131.- Slow TV (profesor)

131.-slow tv Slow TV Transcript Feifei Hi Neil. Good weekend? Do anything nice? Neil Hi Feifei! Actually, I stayed in and watched TV. Feifei Football? Neil No, I watched this marvellous programme from Norway. Feifei Oh, one of those police dramas? They’re great! Neil Actually, believe it or not, the entire film was just the view from the front of a train, all the way from one city to another. It was seven hours long. Feifei Seven hours?! And that’s all that happened? No people? No police? No nothing? Neil Just the view from the train....

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130.- Ghosting (profesor)

130.-ghosting Ghosting Transcript Neil Feifei, why are you cutting holes in that bed sheet? Feifei Oh, just getting my costume ready for tonight, Neil. I’m coming as a ghost. What about you? Neil I don’t really feel like it, Feifei. Feifei I thought you were bringing your new girlfriend? Neil Sadly not. She hasn’t replied to any of my messages for a whole week. Feifei Oh, sorry Neil. Looks like she’s ghosting you. Neil No. Like I said, she’s not coming tonight. You’ll be the only ghost at the party, I’m afraid! Feifei Neil,...

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129.- Tiger mother (profesor)

129.-tiger mother Tiger mother Transcript Feifei Hi Neil. Good holiday? Neil Lovely, thanks. You know I adore the beach. Feifei Your kids must have loved it too? Neil Ah, they didn’t come. They were at summer music camp. Feifei That’s very dedicated! Neil Well, they have piano exams to pass, Feifei. And then there’s a French test when term starts again, so they’ve been having intensive French lessons every evening. Feifei Wow, you really are tiger parents! Neil Tiger what? Feifei I mean you push your kids to achieve success at...

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128.- Buzzkill (profesor)

128.-buzzkill Buzzkill Transcript Neil Almost there, Feifei. Feifei Can’t wait. What a climb it has been, Neil! Neil And… there we are. Wow, it is beautiful! Feifei I can see for miles… Neil I could just sit on this mountain all day. Ahh… What? I thought I had turned it off. Oh, it’s my dentist. Oh, man. Hello? OK. Yeah, yeah, that’s fine. Bye. Feifei What did she say? Neil She said it’s time for my annual check-up. Feifei That’s good, isn’t it? Neil No, I hate going to the dentist. Sorry, I can’t enjoy this view any...

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127.- Buyer’s remorse (profesor)

127.-buyers remorse Buyer’s remorse Transcript Feifei Hi Neil. Nice shoes! Neil Really, Feifei? I’m not sure about them. Feifei They look cool. Orange is very… original! Neil You’re just being nice. I’ve decided buying orange shoes was a bad move. I look stupid. Feifei Were they expensive? Neil Very expensive. Feifei You know what? I think you’re suffering from buyer’s remorse! Neil I suppose I do regret buying them. Feifei ‘Buyer’s remorse’ is our phrase in this The English We Speak. It’s a particular kind of...

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126.-Freecycle(profesor)

126.-freecycle Freecycle Transcript Feifei Are you OK, Neil? Neil Just clearing out this cupboard, Feifei. It’s full of old junk. Feifei Ooh, what a lot of stuff. Is that a… gorilla arm? Neil Yes, that was a fun project. Feifei Interesting. Neil Ooh, this is the microphone I recorded my first masterpiece with. Bit dusty. I wonder if it still works? Or maybe I should sell it? Who would buy it? Feifei Neil. Neil Yes? Feifei I have the perfect solution for you. Why don’t you freecycle it? Neil That’s a good idea. I exchange a...

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125.-Cough up (profesor)

125.-cough Cough up Transcript Feifei Good to be back at work, Neil? Neil Yes, Feifei. I feel a bit better now. Just got a… just a little… just a bit of a cough. Feifei Anyway, it’s good to have you here because you can finally pay me. Neil Oh. Right. Why’s that? Feifei Well, remember you said you didn’t believe I could stand on my head? Neil I do. I said I would give you £10 if you can do it. Feifei Yes. Well… Neil No way! Feifei There we are. On my head. £10 please. Time to cough up, Neil. Neil OK, OK! You can come down...

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124.- Brain fade (profesor)

124.-brain_fade Brain fade Transcript Feifei Hi! Err, Neil. Neil Yes? Feifei What are you doing? Neil Oh, I’m just standing here, I’m… Actually, I can’t remember why I came in here. Feifei You seem miles away! We’re in the studio, and we’re about to record an episode of The English We Speak. Neil Of course we are, sorry. I had a brain fade there. Feifei Anyway – let’s get on with the programme. And the phrase we’re going to teach is… ‘brain fade’! Imagine that. Neil Haha, well – let’s explain it....

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123.-Hot under the collar (profesor)

122.-hot under the collar Hot under the collar Transcript Feifei Hello and welcome to The English We Speak. I’m Feifei. Rob And I’m Rob. Phew, Feifei, is the air conditioning on? Feifei Let me check. Looks like it’s broken. Rob Again? The company fixed it just this week. Feifei Yeah. Rob And that’s three times this month! Feifei I know… Rob I honestly can’t face calling the company one more time. I’ve wasted hours on the phone to them! Seriously. Feifei OK, OK, Rob. No need to get so hot under the collar! Rob But… OK....

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122. Eat your heart out (profesor)

122.-Eat your heart out Eat your heart out Transcript Feifei Hello and welcome to The English We Speak. I’m Feifei… Rob …and I’m Rob. Hello! In this programme, as you know, we like to add a little humour while teaching our phrases. Feifei Yes, usually it involves a misunderstanding. For example, we often pretend that one of the presenters doesn’t understand the phrase. Rob Yes, they take it too literally: they only understand its word-for-word meaning. Feifei But with this phrase, that would just be too horrible. Rob And...

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121.-To take the rough with the smooth (profesor)

121.-To take the rough with the smooth   Transcript Feifei Hello, this is The English We Speak and I’m Feifei. Neil And hello, I’m Neil. Feifei Hey great news, Neil! Neil Oh yes, what’s that? Feifei I got a promotion. Neil Oh well done. Congratulations and all that. Feifei Come on, Neil – you were never going to get one. And anyway, it’s not all good news. Neil A promotion – a pay rise, more power – how is that not all good news? Feifei Well, it means longer hours, harder work, having to work with you...

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120.- Big deal ( profesor)

120.-big deal Summary Rob’s very excited about a discount he got on some packets of biscuits but Feifei’s not impressed. She reckons it’s a big deal – but can a big deal not be impressive? Find out the different meanings of this phrase in this episode of The English We Speak. Transcript Feifei Hello and welcome to The English We Speak. I’m Feifei… Rob And hello, I’m Rob! Feifei You’re looking pleased with yourself today, Rob. Rob I am. Look – biscuits! Feifei Hmm, are biscuits really that exciting? Rob Well, it’s not...

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119.- Carbon footprint (profesor)

119.-Carbon footprint Transcript Neil Welcome back, Feifei! Good holiday? Feifei The best, Neil! We flew to Mexico, then up to California, and then drove all the way across the States from LA to New York. Neil Incredible. All in one week? Feifei Yes. It’s just that… Neil What? Feifei I can’t help thinking… all that travelling can’t be great for the environment. Neil I know. You must have a pretty big carbon footprint right now. Feifei Enormous. Neil Let’s take a moment to explain this phrase ‘carbon footprint’....

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118.-goldilocks (profesor)

118.-goldilocks Feifei So this is it, Neil – the cafe I wanted to try for breakfast. Neil Looks lovely, Feifei! Let’s get a table. Feifei How about this one by the window? Neil Great. Feifei Nah, bit too bright. How about this one in the corner? Neil Looks good. Feifei Bit too dark. And this one is close to the coffee machine… No, too noisy. Erm, what about…? Neil Feifei. Are you going to keep Goldilocksing all day? Or can we actually order some breakfast?! Feifei Goldilocksing? You mean like Goldilocks? Oh, I see what...

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117.- It takes two to tango (profesor)

It takes two to tango   http://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the-english-we-speak/ep-161018   Summary Neil’s doing a partner dance on his own in the studio to help you learn English. Learn an expression which means two people need to accept the blame for a bad situation. Transcript Neil (Tango music playing) Hello and welcome to The English We Speak, I’m Neil and joining me is Feifei… Feifei Hi there. In this programme we’ve got an expression that means two people are involved in a tricky...

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116.-Like riding a bike (profesor)

116.-Like riding a bike Summary Neil says rock climbing is like riding a bike. Feifei’s confused – does that mean he carries a bike up the mountain?! All will be explained in The English We Speak. Transcript Feifei Hello and welcome back to The English We Speak – I’m Feifei. Neil And I’m Neil – hello everybody. Feifei So Neil, word round the office is that you had quite an exciting weekend! Neil That I did! I went away this weekend to do some rock climbing! Feifei How exciting! I didn’t think that would be your kind of...

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115.-To have a soft spot (profesor)

115.-To have a soft spot Transcript Feifei Hello, this is The English We Speak and I’m Feifei. Rob And hello, I’m Rob. Feifei Rob, didn’t you know it’s very rude to eat while talking? Rob Sorry! It’s just… somebody left these doughnuts here and I had to eat them – I have a soft spot for doughnuts. Feifei Couldn’t you wait? Rob No, sorry I can’t – ooo, is that chocolate I can see in your bag – you couldn’t spare a few chunks could you? I have a soft spot for chocolate as well. Feifei No...

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114.-Throw in the towel (profesor)

114.-Throw in the towel Transcript Feifei Hello, and welcome to The English We Speak. I’m Feifei. Neil And I’m Neil. Hey, do you know what, Feifei? I’ve had enough! Feifei You’ve had enough? Enough of what? Neil Trying to do all my washing. Feifei Really? Is it that hard? Neil It is. I just can’t keep up with all the clothes I have to wash, dry and iron. It doesn’t matter how much washing I do, I keep running out of clean clothes. Feifei Yes I can see! Haven’t you been wearing that shirt all week? So, what...

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113.-From pillar to post (profesor)

112.-From-pillar-to-post From pillar to post. De la Ceca a la Meca…. A matacaballos…. Summary The office is being refurbished and things are a bit chaotic. Rob doesn’t know where he should be but luckily his confusion provides a great opportunity to learn a new authentic English phrase and Feifei is on hand with a few wise words. Transcript Feifei Hello and welcome to The English We Speak. I’m Feifei but where is Rob? Rob Sorry, Feifei. I didn’t know we were in this studio today. Feifei Yes. Studio 62D. It says it on...

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112.-Nothing to shout about (profesor)

112.-Nothing to shout about Transcript Feifei Hello, this is The English We Speak and I’m Feifei. And joining me is Neil. Neil Hello. Feifei Hey Neil, how was your night out at that new restaurant last night? Neil Oh, it was… OK. Feifei Just ‘OK’? Neil The food was average. The service was standard. Feifei Neil, there is no pleasing you! Neil Keep your voice down Feifei. It was nothing to shout about. Feifei It was nothing to shout about? Would you normally shout about a good restaurant? Neil Of course not. But when...

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111.-Catch-22 (profesor)

Catch-22 Feifei Hello and welcome to The English We Speak. It’s Feifei here… Rob …and hello, it’s Rob here too. Oh Feifei, why the glum face? Feifei I didn’t get it. Rob Get it? Feifei I didn’t get the job. Rob Oh yes yes, the job – you went for a new job – one you really really wanted. One that you said would be perfect for. Feifei Clearly I am not. Look at this rejection letter – it says I did not have enough experience – how dare they! But if I don’t do the job, how do I get the...

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110.-Small Change (Profesor)

Small Change Feifei Hello and welcome to The English We Speak. You are Neil… Neil …and hello, you are Feifei. Feifei Hello and welcome to The English We Speak. You are Neil… Neil …and hello, you are Feifei. Feifei Neil, a question – if you looked into my purse, what would you find? Neil Not much! Probably lots of small coins that aren’t worth much. Feifei Well I’m not rich, Neil – but yes, you would find small change. A collection of coins with little value. Neil OK – is this the phrase for this...

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109.-That’ll teach you! (profesor)

That’ll teach you! Summary Feifei is suffering after a late night out. She had a great time but will she learn from her suffering? Neil has some words of wisdom, but does it mean she’ll have to go back to the classroom? All will be revealed in this programme. Transcript Neil Hello, and welcome to The English We Speak with me, Neil and errr… where’s Feifei? Feifei …sorry I’m late. Hello! Neil Goodness, it’s not like you to be late. You’re always so punctual and… smartly dressed. But today you look...

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108.-Dictado: An old hand (profesor)

An old hand Summary What has presenting this programme got to do with Feifei’s hands? When Neil says she’s ‘an old hand’ at doing it, is he insulting her – or is he paying her a compliment? Listen and find out if she gets to present the programme standing on her head! Transcript Feifei Hello and welcome to The English We Speak. I’m Feifei. Neil And I’m Neil. Hey Feifei, shouldn’t we be celebrating? Feifei Why? Neil Haven’t we presented a hundred of these The English We Speak programmes...

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107.-Dictado: If the cap fits (profesores)

If the cap fits Summary Feifei’s angry – Neil’s been commenting on her fashion sense and she’s not getting any sympathy from Rob. Watch The English We Speak to learn a clothing-related phrase about accepting criticism. Transcript Feifei Welcome to The English We Speak. Hello I’m Feifei… Rob …and hello, I’m Rob. Feifei, why the sad face? Feifei It’s not a sad face, it’s an angry face. Rob Oh no, has someone upset you? Feifei They sure have. I’ve just overheard Neil saying I have no...

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106.-Dictado:A necessary evil (profesores)

A necessary evil Summary Rob’s excited about going on holiday, especially as he got really cheap flights – or so he thought. Feifei’s about to spoil his fun when she spots a hidden cost that he can’t avoid. At least it’s a good excuse to learn a new piece of authentic English. Transcript Feifei Hello I’m Feifei and welcome to The English We Speak. Rob And hello, I’m Rob. Feifei You’re looking pleased with yourself, Rob. Rob I am. I’ve just booked these dirt cheap – I mean really cheap –...

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105.-Dictado:Have a pop (profesores)

In black and white Have a pop Transcript Feifei Hello and welcome to The English We Speak. I’m Feifei…  Rob …and hello, I’m Rob.  Feifei Rob, I’m having a bit of trouble with my computer…  Rob What, again! What’s the problem this time?  Feifei Well, I’ve written the script for this programme, but it won’t save. And I can’t print it out – this computer just does not work. Can you fix it? Rob Let me have a pop at it.  Feifei A pop? Are you going to make it explode? That’s a bit...

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101.- Rub it in (profesor)

https://madrid-berlin-idiomas.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/TheEnglishWeSpeak-20180410-RubItIn.mp3     Summary Some people seem to enjoy reminding you of your bad fortune. In this programme Neil tries to make Feifei feel bad about being stuck in the office on a beautiful day, but he’s the one who ends up in pain. Find out why and learn a new expression in this episode of The English We Speak. Transcript Neil Hello and welcome to The English We Speak. I’m Neil and joining me in this programme is...

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79.-A Taste Of Your Own Medicine

79.-A Taste Of Your Own Medicine Transcript Feifei Hello and welcome to The English We Speak. I’m Feifei… Neil … and I’m Neil. Hey Feifei, it sounds like you might have a cold? Feifei I think I have – sore throat, blocked nose. I feel terrible. That’s why I’m taking this medicine. Neil That’s probably a good idea. Medicine is usually good for making you feel better but how does it taste? Feifei Well, it’s supposed to taste of strawberries but to be honest it’s just...

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76.-Bone idle ( profesor)

76.-Bone Idle Transcript Feifei Hello and welcome to The English We Speak. I’m Feifei and… excuse me please… Rob, can we have your attention please! Rob Err, oh right… hello, I’m Rob. Feifei Rob, could you take your feet off the table please! Rob Oh, alright then. Feifei, do I have to present this programme today? Feifei Why, what’s wrong? Rob Well, I’ve done so much work already and according to my watch, I should be having a coffee break now. Feifei Really! Rob’s being lazy because he was out late last...

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74.- To cut a long story short (profesor)

  https://madrid-berlin-idiomas.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/180129_tews_cut_a_long_story_short_download-1.mp3 Summary Rob’s had a late night but we’re not sure why. He’s not giving Feifei all the details to save time – but is there another reason why he’s cutting his long story short? Learn a new English phrase and find out his reasons in this episode of The English We Speak. Transcript Rob Hello and welcome to The English We Speak from BBC Learning English. I’m Rob… Feifei And hello,...

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72.-Do A Runner (profesor)

72.-Do A Runner Transcript Feifei Welcome to The English We Speak, I’m Feifei… Rob And I’m Rob. Quick Feifei, shut that door. Feifei OK, calm down Rob, what’s the problem? Rob Well there’s something going on in the office – everyone’s shouting and arguing about who broke the computer – you know, the new one with all that fancy software on it. Feifei Oh yes, that really expensive one. So you’ve run away from the situation – that makes you look very guilty. Rob That’s true – but the...

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68.-No great shakes.

No great shakes   https://madrid-berlin-idiomas.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/No-great-shakes.mp3   Rob’s not impressed with a new cafe that’s opened near the office. Feifei thinks he’s just not happy with the quality of the milkshakes but as you’ll hear, there’s something else about the place he’s not happy with. Learn a great new expression in The English We Speak. Transcript Rob Hello, I’m Rob… Feifei … and I’m Feifei and this is The English We Speak. Rob Now Feifei, did you try...

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28.-Dictado: I´m Game (profesor)

28.-I´m Game I’m game Summary Neil is dying for a game of squash after work and he is going to ask Li if she is up for it. Do you think Li is game? Listen and find out. Transcript Li
Welcome to The English We Speak, I’m Li. With me here is Neil. Neil
Hello everybody. Li Hi Neil, you look very sporty today! Going to the gym? Neil
Not exactly, but I’m dying for a game of squash after work. I’ve brought all my gear, I’ve booked the court, but I have no one to play against. Are you game, Li? Li
Am I game?...

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