SBS Learn English

Learn how to talk about things that annoy you.

Learn how to communicate when using public transport, particularly when there are disruptions.

Learn how to describe social team sports and choose one that is right for you.

Learn how to communicate about suspicious messages and scams.

Learn how to describe cooking at a barbecue.

Learn how to talk to your hairdresser about getting your hair cut.

Learn useful phrases when renting a car. Plus, find out about some important and unusual Australian road rules.

Learn how to talk with your energy provider about switching plans plus discover tips on how you can cut your electricity costs.

Learn how to reference First Nations Australians and find out what is mystical Dreamtime.

Learn some phrases you can use when you want to talk about going on a holiday. Plus, find out where to go during winter in Australia.

Learn how to talk about flexible work with your employer. Plus, find out about flexible working arrangements rules in Australia.

Learn vocabulary you can use when talking about healthy diets and body weight. Plus, find out why obesity is becoming a major public health issue in Australia.

Learn how to answer the three most common job interview questions from an Australian employer. Plus, find out how job interviews in Australia are different from other countries.

Learn how to talk about things we think might happen. Plus, find out who Sheldon Riley thinks has the best chance of winning this year's Eurovision Song Contest.

Learn to talk with confidence about voting and elections in Australia. Plus, find out about the voting system in the country.

Learn how to talk about your plans for the future. Plus, find out the legend about giving red envelopes to children during Lunar New Year.

Learn how to talk about your cultural background. Plus, find out why Australia Day continues to be a day of Indigenous protest.

Learn what to say when you can’t or don’t want to accept an invitation. Plus, find out which popular song is traditionally sung just before midnight on New Year's Eve. This lesson suits upper-intermediate learners.

Learn casual ways to invite your friends to go to the beach. Plus, find out the number one danger on Australian beaches and how to stay safe when swimming in the sea.

Ease into the English language and Australian culture. We make learning English convenient, fun and practical. Don’t just learn a language, love language!

Learn how to talk about news that makes us feel scared or hopeful.

Learn how to talk about your kids when they are a bit challenging.

Learn how to ask questions when looking for a home to rent.

Learn how to talk about the success of athletes during a big sporting event like the Olympic Games.

In this five-minute lesson you’ll improve your pronunciation by listening and following along with Janice Petersen. Learning objectives: Can pronounce /uː/ and /əʊ/ (flu and flow).

Sharing and describing food that is special to your family and culture.

In this five-minute lesson you’ll improve your pronunciation by listening and following along with Janice Petersen. Learning objectives: Can pronounce /r/ and /v/.

Learn how to talk about your dog at a dog park.

In this five-minute lesson you’ll improve your pronunciation by listening and following along with Janice Petersen. Learning objectives: Can pronounce /l/ and /n/.

Learn how to talk about a death in the family.

In this five-minute lesson you’ll improve your pronunciation by listening and following along with Janice Petersen. Learning objectives: Can pronounce /k/ and /g/.

Learn how to talk about doing do-it-yourself (DIY) projects.

In this five-minute lesson you’ll improve your pronunciation by listening and following along with Janice Petersen. Learning objectives: Can pronounce /tʃ / and /ʃ/ (ch and sh).

Learn how to talk about commemorating Anzac Day, plus find out why it's important for all Australians.

In this five-minute lesson you’ll improve your pronunciation by listening and following along with Janice Petersen. Learning objectives: Can pronounce /iː/ and /aɪ/ (sheep and eye)

Learn how to talk about cooking and sharing recipes.

Learn how to professionally and politely decline additional workload.

Listen to 'English on Repeat,' a podcast to help us improve our speaking skills: Do you have any plans? | I want to travel. | I hope to start a business. | I plan to save money. | I’d like to live near the beach.

Listen to 'English on Repeat,' a podcast to help us improve our speaking skills: Will you come to the party? | I’m looking forward to the party. | I'm going to my friend’s for a barbecue. | I'll bring some chips and dips. | What will you bring?

Learn fun phrases you can use to describe the process of growing older.

Listen to 'English on Repeat,' a podcast to help us improve our speaking skills: The food here is delicious. | You should try the chicken salad. | I had a great meal, did you? | My favourite dish is garlic prawns. | Can I get the bill, please?

Listen to 'English on Repeat', a podcast to help us improve our speaking skills: I would like a coffee, please. | Can I have a tea with milk, please? | I will take a cappuccino with sugar, please. | I will have a muffin, please. | Nothing for me, thanks.

Learn how to talk about having a party.

Listen to 'English on Repeat,' a podcast to help us improve our speaking skills: Do you enjoy shopping? | I enjoy shopping for new clothes. | I need a new jumper. | I do my grocery shopping online. | The markets have the best fruit and vegetables.

Learn how to talk about recycling. Plus, find out how you can live a sustainable life.

Learn names of different Aboriginal nations. Plus find out the Aboriginal English meaning for HOLIDAYS, SORRY BUSINESS, and MARRIED UP.

Learn the Aboriginal English meaning for MOB, CHARGED UP, DEADLY and GAMMIN. Plus, find out what's the difference between Welcome to Country and Acknowledgement of Country.

Learn the meaning of hiking, strolling, power-walking, climbing, trudging, strutting, toddling and more.

Let's practise using verbs related to eating. Learn the meaning of slurp, crunch, munch, chew, lick, nibble, swallow, burp, gulp and more.

Learn vocabulary you can use when you visit a dentist. Plus, find out how can you benefit from the government program called the Child Dental Benefits Schedule.

Learn how to talk about lack of money in personal and professional situations. Plus, find out how people in financial hardship can get free and confidential assistance in their language.

Learn interesting ways to say you like or dislike something. Plus, find out how two famous Australian desserts, lamingtons and pavlova, got their names.

Listen to 'English on Repeat,' a podcast to help us improve our speaking skills: Do you fee OK? | I am not feeling well. | I have a runny nose. | I have a sore throat. | I have a headache.

Learn how to describe different types of romantic relationships

Listen to 'English on Repeat', a podcast to help us improve our speaking skills: Where do you live? | I live in a small apartment in the city. | I live in a house with two bedrooms. | We are renting. | Are you close to public transport?

Listen to 'English on Repeat,' a podcast to help us improve our speaking skills: What do you like? | I like going for walks in the park. | I love sunny days. | I don’t like spicy food. | I hate running.

Learn how to speculate and make predictions about the future.

Listen to 'English on Repeat,' a podcast to help us improve our speaking skills: What do you like doing? | My favourite hobby is gardening. | I listen to music to relax. | I play tennis and go swimming. | What are your favourite hobbies?

Listen to 'English on Repeat,' a podcast to help us improve our speaking skills: Do you have family in Australia? | I have a big family. | I have two brothers and one sister. | My brothers live in Sydney and my sister lives in Perth. | Do you have any brothers and sisters?

Learn how to encourage someone and make them feel good and motivated.

Listen to 'English on Repeat,' a podcast to help us improve our speaking skills: Do you wake up early? | I wake up at 6.| I start work at 7.30.| I always eat breakfast at work.| What about you?

Listen to 'English on Repeat,' a podcast to help us improve our speaking skills. In this episode, we practice saying hello and introducing ourselves in English.

Learn interesting ways to say you like or dislike something. Plus, find out how two famous Australian desserts, lamingtons and pavlova, got their names.

Learn how to talk about goals and New Year’s resolutions. Plus, find out how Three As Technique can help your language learning goals.

Learn useful phrases when renting a car. Plus, find out about some important and unusual Australian road rules.

Learn how to talk about nostalgic moments, when you think about the past and can feel both happy and sad at the same time.

Idioms can make your English more interesting. The 'Bad English Made Better' minipods are short and simple English grammar lessons.

Learn how to talk about checking-in at the airport. Plus, find out tips for a comfortable flight.

Phrasal verbs are verbs that contain more than one word. The 'Bad English Made Better' minipods are short and simple English grammar lessons.

Learn about nouns and how to use measure words to count them. The 'Bad English Made Better' minipods are short and simple English grammar lessons.

Learn how to talk about fishing. Plus, find out a bit of history on why Australians love fishing.

Learn English words that sound and/or look the same but have different meanings. The 'Bad English Made Better' minipods are short and simple English grammar lessons.

Understand why we need to put stress on particular words and syllables. The 'Bad English Made Better' minipods are short and simple English grammar lessons.

Learn how to say you don’t understand. Plus hear a comedian’s funny story about misunderstanding an Australian idiom.

Learn about verbs and their tenses. The 'Bad English Made Better' minipods are short and simple English grammar lessons.

Learn about adjectives - describing words to make things more interesting… tastier, smellier, and better looking. The 'Bad English Made Better' minipods are short and simple English grammar lessons.

Learn how to describe your body pain. Plus, hear some tips from a physiotherapist if you feel pain.

Learn how to talk about bushwalking. Plus find out tips on how hikers can stay safe and have fun.

Learn how to tell your employer you need to take sick or carer’s leave. Plus, find out about your sick leave entitlements at work.

Learn how to talk about easy and difficult decisions. Plus, hear migrants discuss their decisions to move to Australia.

Learn how to respond to a business complaint. Plus find out what help and resources are available for small business owners.

Learn how to start a conversation about extreme weather. Plus find out where you can find multilingual information about weather emergencies.

Learn about Australia and its people and prepare for the Australian citizenship test. Josipa and Alex will share their personal experiences and will help you practise.

Learn how to start conversations about books. Plus find out where you can find books in your language.

Learn the meaning of panting, sniffing, snorting, yawning, snoring and more.

Learn how to talk about thrifting and sustainable fashion. Plus find out how you can upcycle your old clothes and items for free.

Learn how to apologise in informal and formal settings. Plus find out how various cultures view the act of apologising.

Learn how to talk about criminal activities. Plus find out about Sydney's grim past.

Learn how to talk about a tax return. Plus find out how a tax deduction can help reduce your tax bill.

Learn how to talk about contemporary and classical music, and discover the true role of a conductor.

Learn how to talk about your struggles with a trusted friend. Also, know how to ask for help if you're going through abuse in the home.

Learn how to talk with a real estate agent before buying a house. Also, practise listening and understanding to an auction.

Learn how to talk about your skills and achievements. Plus, tips and strategies for attending a networking event.

Love animals? Learn language to describe pets and how to talk to a breeder. Plus, find out three important things that you should think about before getting a pet.

Learn how to arrange playdates for children. Plus, find out the benefits of playdates.

Learn how to ask for more money from your employer. Plus, find out where you can access free and confidential legal help in Australia.

Learn useful phrases to talk about movies and going to the cinema.

Learn how to express romantic feelings. Plus, find out why the 14th of February became known as St Valentine’s Day.

Learn phrases for talking about different schools. Plus, find out about English support for migrant and refugee students.