Office parties, conferences, even lunchtimes. We often speak in English at work even when we’re not working. In this episode of Office English, Pippa and Phil talk about some phrases that can help you with small talk and networking in English.

Find a full transcript for this episode and more programmes to help you with your English at https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/office-english/240226

Note: this programme was first broadcast in February 2024.

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