
Learn and practise useful English with clips from programmes around the BBC.
Each week, we talk about an interesting topic and learn helpful words and phrases used in natural spoken English - all in 6 minutes!
Practise your listening and hear natural spoken English.
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| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 317 | Founded | 19 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | EducationLanguage Learning | |||

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为什么听不了啊😭😭
别的都挺好的,就是有些音频没有文本,都已经做好速记了,打算对着文本好好搞一下影子跟读,结果发现这个文本居然是没有的。这种情况不多,五篇当中有一篇是这个样子吧,希望以后可以继续把所有的文本都贴出来。
This 6 Minute English can let me learn more vocabulary and knowledges. Also, you can use a little time to learn a large amount of vocabulary or knowledges. Moreover, the questions make my brain more efficient. I highly recommend this radio!
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A bite-sized language-learning show delivering concise, topic-driven conversations that center on practical English vocabulary, phrases, and cultural context. Episodes cover a wide range of subjects—from science and technology to food, culture, and daily life—while weaving in explanatory notes and quick quizzes to reinforce learning. The format is designed for fast listening, with clear takeaways and glossary-style terms, making it easy for listeners to pick up usable language and keep up with natural spoken English. A notable strength is the blend of accessible topics with authentic real-life examples, often featuring guests who are subject-matter experts or practitioners, which adds credibility and real-world relevance for learners and pr... more
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