Shadowing Practice: English At Work | Improve Your English | English Listening Skills - Speaking Skills - Learn English Speaking with Video
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In today's lesson, we will learn a simple dialogue with Linda on her first day at a new job.
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Listen carefully.
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Hi, I'm Linda.
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It's my first day here.
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Hey, Linda.
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Welcome to the team.
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I'm Tom.
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Thanks, Tom.
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Everyone seems really nice.
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They are.
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Don't worry.
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You'll fit right in.
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That's good to hear.
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I'm a bit nervous.
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Totally normal.
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First aides are always like that.
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What's your role here?
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I'm in marketing.
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I've been here for five years.
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Wow, that's a long time.
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Yeah, time flies when you enjoy your job.
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I hope I'll enjoy mine too.
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You will.
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Just take things one step at a time.
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Thanks.
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I'll try to learn fast.
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If you need help, just give me a shout.
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I appreciate that, Tom.
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Hi, Emma.
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Mind if I join you?
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Not at all, Linda.
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Have a seat.
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Thanks.
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I really needed this coffee.
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Same here.
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It's been a crazy morning.
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Tell me about it.
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So many emails already.
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Yeah, Mondays are always hectic.
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Do you usually take a coffee break around this time?
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Yes, around 10.
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It's my little routine.
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That's nice.
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I should make one too.
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It helps to clear your head a bit.
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True.
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I feel more awake now.
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Coffee works like magic sometimes.
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Absolutely.
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Absolutely.
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By the way, how long have you worked here?
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Almost three years.
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Time really flies.
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Wow, that's great.
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You must know everyone.
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Pretty much.
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It's like a small family.
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That's sweet.
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I hope I'll blend in soon.
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Don't worry, you're already part of the gang.
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Thanks, Emma.
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That means a lot.
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Before we begin our speaking practice, let's learn some new words and expressions from our story.
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Understanding these will help you improve your English skills.
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Fit right in.
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Feel comfortable quickly in a new place.
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She fit right in with her new coworkers.
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me a shout.
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Contact me or ask me for help.
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Give me a shout if you need directions.
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Clear your head.
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Relax and think clearly.
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I took a walk to clear my head.
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Blend in.
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Become part of a group easily.
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Example, he blended in quickly with the team.
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Part of the gang.
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One of the group.
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Example, you're part of the gang now.
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All right, time to speaking practice.
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Repeat after Linda and friends.
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Hi, I'm Linda.
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It's my first day here.
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Hi, I'm Linda.
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It's my first day here.
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Hey, Linda.
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Welcome to the team.
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I'm Tom.
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Hey, Linda.
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Welcome to the team.
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I'm Tom.
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Thanks, Tom.
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Everyone seems really nice.
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Thanks, Tom.
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Everyone seems really nice.
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They are.
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Don't worry.
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You'll fit right in.
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They are.
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Don't worry.
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You'll fit right in.
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That's good to hear.
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That's good to hear.
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I'm a bit nervous.
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I'm a bit nervous.
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Totally normal.
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First aides are always like that like that.
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Totally normal.
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First aides are always like that.
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What's your role here?
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I'm in marketing.
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I've been here for five years.
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I'm in marketing.
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I've been here for five years.
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Wow, that's a long time.
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Wow, that's a long time.
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Yeah, time flies when you enjoy your job.
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Yeah, time flies when you enjoy your job.
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I hope I'll enjoy mine too I hope I'll enjoy mine too You will,
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just take things one step at a time You will,
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just take things one step at a time Thanks,
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I'll try to learn fast Thanks,
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I'll try to learn fast If you need help,
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just give me a shout If you need help,
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just give me a shout I appreciate that,
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Tom I appreciate that Tom Hi Emma mind if I join you
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Hi Emma mind if I join you Not at all Linda have a seat Not at all Linda have a seat.
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Thanks.
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I really needed this coffee.
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Thanks.
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I really needed this coffee.
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Same here.
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It's been a crazy morning.
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Same here.
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It's been a crazy morning.
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Tell me about it.
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Tell me about it. So many emails already.
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So many emails already already.
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Yeah, Mondays are always hectic.
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Yeah, Mondays are always hectic.
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Do you usually take a coffee break around this time?
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Yes, around 10.
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It's my little routine.
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It's my little routine.
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That's nice.
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That's nice.
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I should make one, too.
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I should make one, too.
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It helps to clear your head a bit.
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It helps to clear your head a bit.
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True.
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I feel more awake now.
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True.
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I feel more awake now.
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Coffee works like magic sometimes.
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Coffee works like magic sometimes.
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Absolutely.
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Absolutely.
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By the way, how long have you worked here?
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By the way, how long have you worked here?
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Almost three years.
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Time really flies.
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Wow, that's great!
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You must know everyone.
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Pretty much.
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It's like a small family.
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That's sweet.
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I hope I'll blend in soon.
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Don't worry, you're already part of the gang.
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Thanks, Emma.
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That means a lot.
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Thanks, Emma.
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That means a lot.
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Anytime, Linda.
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Anytime, Linda.
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Let's survive Monday together.
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Let's survive Monday together.
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Let's listen to the conversation one more time.
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Hi, I'm Linda.
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It's my first day here.
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Hey, Linda.
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Welcome to the team.
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I'm Tom.
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Thanks, Tom.
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Everyone seems really nice.
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They are.
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Don't worry.
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You'll fit right in.
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That's good to hear.
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I'm a bit nervous.
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Totally normal.
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First dates are always like that.
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What's your role here?
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I'm in marketing.
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I've been here for five years.
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Wow, that's a long time.
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Yeah, time flies when you enjoy your job.
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I hope I'll enjoy mine too.
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You will.
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Just take things one step at a time.
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Thanks.
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I'll try to learn fast.
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If you need help, just give me a shout.
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I appreciate that, Tom.
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Hi, Emma.
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Mind if I join you?
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Not at all, Linda.
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Have a seat.
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Thanks.
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I really needed this coffee.
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Same here.
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It's been a crazy morning.
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Tell me about it.
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So many emails already.
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Yeah, Mondays are always hectic.
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Do you usually take a coffee break around this time?
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Yes, around 10.
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It's my little routine.
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That's nice.
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I should make one, too.
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It helps to clear your head a bit.
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True.
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I feel more awake now.
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Coffee works like magic sometimes.
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Haha, absolutely.
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By the way, how long have you worked here?
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Almost three years.
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Time really flies.
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Wow, that's great.
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You must know everyone.
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Pretty much.
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It's like a small family.
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That's sweet.
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I hope I'll blend in soon.
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Don't worry, you're already part of the gang.
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Thanks, Emma.
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That means a lot.
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What You'll Practice in This Lesson
This lesson focuses on real-world workplace English, using a natural dialogue between Linda, a new employee, and her colleagues. You'll practice listening to casual office conversations, picking up on everyday phrases, and mimicking the tone and rhythm of native speakers. Whether you're starting a new job or want to feel more confident in professional settings, this video helps you master the kind of small talk and support exchanges that happen daily at work.
Key Vocabulary & Phrases to Learn
- Fit right in: To easily become part of a group. Example: "You'll fit right in with the team."
- Give me a shout: To ask for help. Example: "If you need anything, just give me a shout."
- Hectic: Busy and chaotic. Example: "Mondays are always hectic."
- Take things one step at a time: To proceed slowly and calmly. Example: "Just take things one step at a time."
- Coffee break: A short pause to drink coffee and relax. Example: "Do you usually take a coffee break around this time?"
Tips for Practicing with Shadowing
The video's dialogue is slow and conversational, making it perfect for shadowing—a technique where you repeat phrases right after the speaker. Here's how to make the most of it: Start by listening to a 5-second clip, then pause and repeat it, matching the speed and tone. Focus on copying Tom and Emma's friendly, relaxed intonation—this helps you sound natural in real conversations. If you struggle, try using a shadowing app to slow down the audio. Remember, shadowspeak (or shadow speech) isn't about perfection; it's about training your mouth and ears to work together. Practice the "give me a shout" line until it flows smoothly—this phrase is great for building confidence in asking for help. With regular practice, you'll notice your speaking skills improve, and you'll feel more comfortable in workplace chats. Keep at it, and don't forget to take your own coffee break—you deserve it!
¿Qué es la Técnica de Shadowing?
Shadowing es una técnica de aprendizaje de idiomas respaldada por la ciencia, desarrollada originalmente para la formación de intérpretes profesionales y popularizada por el políglota Dr. Alexander Arguelles. El método es simple pero poderoso: escuchas audio en inglés nativo y lo repites en voz alta de inmediato, como una sombra que sigue al hablante con solo 1-2 segundos de retraso. A diferencia de la escucha pasiva o los ejercicios de gramática, el shadowing obliga a tu cerebro y músculos de la boca a procesar y reproducir simultáneamente patrones de habla reales. Las investigaciones muestran que mejora significativamente la precisión de la pronunciación, la entonación, el ritmo, el habla conectada, la comprensión auditiva y la fluidez al hablar, convirtiéndola en una de las metodologías más efectivas para la preparación del IELTS Speaking y la comunicación en inglés en el mundo real.