6 Minute English (BBC)
by BBC
Two presenters discuss one topic in about six minutes, teaching a handful of useful words along the way. Transcript and vocabulary list for every episode.
Best for: A short daily listening slot (commute, coffee) with natural conversational speed.
- Cost
- Free
- Levels
- intermediate, advanced
- Skills
- Listening, Vocabulary
- Accent
- British
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