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Learn English Through Listening

Learn English Through Listening

By: Hilary Platt
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Discover Adept English, the modern way to learn to speak English. Our goal is to help you speak English fluently. The Adept English language teaching approach is to learn through listening. We publish two new English audio lessons, with full transcripts, weekly. Every one of our English lessons will help you learn to speak English in ways that are interesting and lead to success. We have lots of podcasts, at all difficulty levels, on many topics, suitable for all listeners, ready for you to listen too right now.Hilary Platt Language Learning
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  • Why is the Fog Pink? 🇬🇧 Learn Natural British English Ep 841
    Dec 22 2025

    Enhance your English fluency with some great (and odd!) UK news: pink fog, online habits, reindeer carrots, and Tree of Kindness. These are just a few of the heartwarming and intriguing stories we're exploring today. Listen, build your vocabulary and get some great English listening practice today!


    Free Transcript: https://adeptenglish.com/lessons/learn-english-language-pink-fog-reindeer-carrots-kindness-stories/


    As you listen https://adeptenglish.com/english/listening/ to a native speaker discuss these topics, you'll absorb authentic English https://adeptenglish.com/language-courses/ language naturally, which is the secret to fluency! We'll wander through the enchanting phenomenon of pink fog, carrots, trees and how much time people in the UK spend online.


    Each story is brimming with advanced vocabulary and natural expressions, perfect for B2 and C1 learners. Immersing yourself in real English conversations like this helps you remember words without effort.


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    So press play and let's uncover these fascinating stories together, all while boosting your English fluency.


    #LearnEnglish #ESL #EnglishFluency #B2English #C1English #UKNews #AdvancedVocabulary #PodcastForEnglish

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    11 mins
  • 2025's Most Googled Relationship Questions | English Listening (B2‑C1) Ep 840
    Dec 15 2025

    Have you ever been on a date with an English speaker and found yourself searching for the right words to express your feelings? Or perhaps you've scrolled through relationship advice online and thought, 'I wish I could understand this better'? If so, you're not alone, and you're in the right place.


    Free Transcript: https://adeptenglish.com/lessons/english-speaking-practice-top-relationship-questions-2025/


    In today's subscription podcast, we'll dive into the language of love and relationships. We'll pick up essential phrases like 'honeymoon phase' and 'monogamy', and we'll unravel the nuances of terms like 'exclusive', 'open relationship', and 'toxic'. And here's the thing: listening https://adeptenglish.com/english/listening/ to native speakers discuss these topics is a brilliant way to boost your fluency!


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    With insights from my background as a therapist, we'll not only learn https://adeptenglish.com/company/learning-system/ the vocabulary but also explore the concepts behind them. We'll navigate the early stages of romance, delve into the complexities of commitment, and unpack what makes a relationship toxic, or rather unhealthy, all while absorbing sophisticated language that native speakers use every day. (Fascinating stuff, by the way.)


    So press play, and let's explore the language of love together while taking your English to the next level.


    #ESLPodcast #PsychologyInEnglish #EnglishFluency #EmotionalLanguage #LearnEnglish #B2English #C1Vocabulary #RelationshipsInEnglish

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    14 mins
  • The 9 Most Overused Therapy Words! Learn Real English Ep 839
    Dec 8 2025

    Have you ever been at a café and overheard someone say a delayed train was 'traumatic', or label a colleague a 'narcissist' for taking credit? It seems we've all become sort of amateur therapists these days, haven't we? And while it's fantastic that mental health is discussed more openly, there's a catch: these powerful words https://adeptenglish.com/language-courses/500-most-common-words-course/ can lose their impact when used carelessly.


    Free Transcript: https://adeptenglish.com/lessons/english-listening-practice-psychology-terms-everyday-conversation/


    In today's podcast https://open.spotify.com/show/7ixeOS7ezPTZSaISIx2TTw we'll explore this linguistic phenomenon, how psychological terminology has leapt from the therapist's office into everyday English. You'll hear current phrases like 'gaslighting', 'triggered', and 'boundaries' used in context, and we'll unpack their true definitions—or rather, their original clinical meanings. Listening https://adeptenglish.com/english/listening/ to native speakers discuss these topics is a brilliant way to boost your fluency, isn't it?


    Here's the thing: listening to authentic English conversations like this helps you absorb advanced vocabulary without even trying, while also giving you valuable insights into contemporary culture. So press play and let's un-pack these terms together while building your English skills.


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    #ESLPodcast #PsychologyInEnglish #EnglishFluency #EmotionalLanguage #LearnEnglish #B2English #C1Vocabulary #MentalHealthTalks

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    13 mins
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