The English We Speak: Yap

The English We Speak: Yap

From Learning English Conversations by BBC Radio

April 14, 2026 · 3 min

About this episode

This episode teaches listeners a new word to describe someone who talks excessively.

"Stop yapping!" Learn a word to use when someone talks a lot with Feifei and Georgie. For more great language tips and programmes visit bbclearningenglish.com As always, find a free transcript here: ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the-english-we-speak_2026/ep-260413 And discover the NEW series of Office English. Topics covering small talk, organising meetings and rules. Find it here: ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/office-english, or search 'Learning English for Work' in your podcast app. We send a newsletter with our weekly highlights - subscribe here: ✔️ https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/newsletters If you enjoy this podcast, you might like our others! Search 'BBC Learning English' to discover the range.

People in this episode

Hosts: Feifei, Georgie

Topics covered

  • language learning
  • vocabulary
  • communication
  • English expressions
  • small talk

Keywords

  • yap
  • talking
  • language tips
  • English
  • BBC Learning English

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: BBC Learning English

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