Why Do British People Lie (Politely)? | Intermediate English Listening Practice [B1/B2]

Have you ever been told your cooking was “interesting” - or that “we must do this again sometime”? In Britain, those aren’t compliments. They’re polite lies. In this episode, Oliver explores the very British habit of hiding the truth behind euphemisms - soft, careful words that sound kind but often mean the opposite. From “He’s between jobs” to “It’s not ideal”, you’ll learn how English uses politeness to disguise criticism, avoid conflict, and keep everyone comfortable… even when that means ...