More here: http://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/6-minute-english/ep-180405 6 Minute English: Year on year there are fewer opposite-sex couples getting married in the UK. So why might this be? Are we falling out of love with marriage? In this programme we hear from a couple of people with different views, and we take a look at some related vocabulary. Vocabulary trend direction that something is changing over time archaic dated or old-fashioned concept idea or belief commitment phobe someone who is scared of the idea of a long-term relationship because they believe they will have to give up some freedoms stabilising making something strong and secure inhibitions feelings of embarrassment that stop you doing certain things [Images: GETTY IMAGES] Do you want to learn how to speak English? Then join us here on YouTube for great grammar, drama, news, study, pronunciation, vocabulary, music, interviews and celebrity videos. Every day we have a new video to help you with English. We also produce regular 'extra' videos across the week so come back every day to see what's new. MONDAY: The English We Speak TUESDAY: News Review TUESDAY: English At Work WEDNESDAY: LingoHack THURSDAY: 6 Minute English FRIDAY: The Experiment (watch this space for new and exciting content that we are trying out!) Please use English when you comment. For more videos and content that will help you learn English, visit our website: http://www.bbclearningenglish.com
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