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UK Culture

Find out all about contemporary culture in the UK by listening to this series of podcasts. This material is recommended for intermediate and advanced learners.

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    The most widely spoken language in the UK is English. However, newcomers and visitors to the UK may have problems with regional dialects and accents. 

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    Do you know how the UK is governed and who lives there? Watch the first of a new series of videos on UK life and institutions. 

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    Are you a student living away from home? Do you find yourself living on a tight budget? Listen to these UK students and find out their top tips for saving money.

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    Every year, it costs British students more and more to attend university. Students are graduating with larger and larger debts. So is a university degree really worth it?

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    New words and phrases are continually entering the English language. Listen to this Trend UK episode and find out if you are a screenager or even perhaps a splod!

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    The most widely spoken language in the UK is English. However, newcomers and visitors to the UK may have problems with regional dialects and accents. 

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    Most of Britain’s population enjoys sport and leisure activities in one way or another, and whether as a participant or a spectator there are a whole host of activities to enjoy.

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    Did you know that manners are all about a reduction of violence between people? If you don't believe it , have a listen to this.

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    New words and phrases are continually entering the English language. Listen to this Trend UK episode and find out if you are a screenager or even perhaps a splod!

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    Roads are dangerous places for people on foot. Watch this video to find out how to stay safe when crossing roads in the UK.

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    The most widely spoken language in the UK is English. However, newcomers and visitors to the UK may have problems with regional dialects and accents. 

  •  

    Did you know that manners are all about a reduction of violence between people? If you don't believe it , have a listen to this.

  • A golf ball and club
     

    Most of Britain’s population enjoys sport and leisure activities in one way or another, and whether as a participant or a spectator there are a whole host of activities to enjoy.

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    So what is the United Kingdom?

    To give it its full title it’s ‘The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland’. You might hear it referred to as Britain, Great Britain or more often, simply as ‘The UK’.

  • Pedestrians
     

    Roads are dangerous places for people on foot. Watch this video to find out how to stay safe when crossing roads in the UK.

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