About this episode

This episode discusses the expression 'side quest' and its usage in the context of distractions from main tasks.

Do you ever get distracted by something fun? A side quest is where you do something that's different to your main task. Learn how to use this expression with Feifei and Phil. As always, find a free transcript here: ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the-english-we-speak_2026/ep-260721 For more great language tips and programmes visit bbclearningenglish.com We send a newsletter with our weekly highlights - subscribe here: ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/newsletters

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Hosts: Feifei, Phil

Topics covered

• language learning
• expressions
• distraction
• side quest
• English language

Keywords

• side quest
• distraction
• English expressions
• language tips
• BBC Learning English

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Organizations: BBC

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