The language of biscuits 6 Minute English

Rob and Neil talk about the origins and the language of this humble snack. Learn what it has to do with the Industrial Revolution and pick up some related vocabulary along the way. This week s question The British arent the only fans of biscuits. So in which country are barazeks traditionally eaten a) Syria b) Morocco c) Spain Listen to the programme to find out the answer. Vocabulary dunking dipping something, like a biscuit, into liquid for a short period of time fit for consumption edible or can be eaten edible can be eaten sustenance food prominence important or wellknown sugar rush get a quick blast of energy Cover: Getty Images To download the audio and a transcript, go to: More 6 Minute English episodes: Why do we choose to text instead of talk Melting ice sheet: Is it too late Will Covid19 change cities