Yes, for beginners who want a small daily habit. Espresso English offers short lessons from teacher Shayna Oliveira, many in a two-minute format, and each one takes a single phrase, error or set of words and explains it.
- Level
- Beginner
- Format
- Podcast
- Year
- 2026
- Episodes
- 777
Why it works for learners
This is made for learners, not native listeners. Speech is clear and everything is explained, which is the opposite of overhearing real conversation. A typical tip fixes one common mistake, such as saying "explain you", or gives a few alternatives for a tired word like beautiful. Two minutes fits a coffee break, and the back catalogue is large enough that you are unlikely to run out.
What makes it hard
Short tips do not build listening stamina, since nobody speaks at native pace here for long. You may also collect idioms faster than you can use them. As a true beginner, expect some explanations in English to go beyond your current level.
How to use it
Play one lesson a day and say each example aloud twice. Write one sentence of your own using the new phrase. Replay last week's lessons on Sunday. Once they feel easy, add native audio alongside rather than only more tips.
Keep it where you'll see it
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