The English We Speak

In this episode, John Ayto examines the meaning of the word 'issue' and how it can sometimes be used instead of the word 'problem'.

In this week's episode, John Ayto explores the origin, meaning and use of the prefix 'hella'.

In this episode, John Ayto examines the meaning of the word 'chugger'.

In this episode, John Ayto examines a new use of the word 'edgy'.

In this episode, John Ayto considers how people use the word 'minging'.

John Ayto explains the origin, meaning and use of the word 'bridezilla'

In this episode, you'll find out about a word regularly used when we talk about social networking. John Ayto explores the origins and uses of the word "Tweet"

In this first episode in a new series of Keep your English up to date, John Ayto explains the origin, meaning and use of the word 'apps'