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How Do You Say "I Have Five Red Apples" In A Language Without Words For Colours Or Numbers?

Greg and Bella get a language lesson from one of the UK's best teachers, as they learn how to say "I have five red apples" in a language without words for colours or numbers.

Greg James and Bella Mackie didn鈥檛 pay much attention at school. So they鈥檙e asking Britain鈥檚 most inspiring teachers to show them what they missed in this series of fascinating and fun lessons.

This week it's languages with Miss Morris, who teaches Greg and Bella about foreign languages - the sounds, the words, and the structures that make other languages different to English. It's essential listening for broadening your understanding of language, and for making sure you don't accidentally tell a French person they've got a nice bum.

Bad students of all ages are welcome. Expect brilliant teachers, captivating subjects but absolutely no homework.

Get in touch with your funny school stories and teacher recommendations - email us at teachme@bbc.co.uk

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38 minutes

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  • Mon 10 Jan 2022 00:00

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