UK vs USA words

Off the back of a lorry

Buying something really good but super cheap? This expression will make you think twice.

Li was offered a brand new computer for a very low price. 
But Finn advises her not to buy it. Listen to the programme to find out why.

http://httpws.bbc.co.uk.edgesuite.net/mp3/learningenglish/2014/04/bbc_tews_off_the_back_of_a_lorry_audio_140429_tews_173_back_of_lorry_audio_au_bb.mp3

Listening Comprehension

http://hwcdn.libsyn.com/p/e/3/4/e34e233656bec2a6/dorky_grammar_its.mp3?c_id=2499938&expiration=1398855939&hwt=80909abe652e76d9235ba57507d9b8c9

More ab. P.V. (Parts 1-3)

Passive Voice & Exercises

Give me a break!

As an idiom in English, the phrase give me a break has three different meanings and uses. Let’s have a look at this common and very useful idiom. By the way, the pronunciation is Gimme a break! Check the audio file below

Did I catch you at an OK time?

You're a salesperson. You're calling a client to try to pitch them on a new product that you're selling. You check to make sure that the client isn't too busy when you call.

Did I catch you at an OK time?