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unit 8 shopping ielts speaking part 3 question 1 what are the advantages
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and disadvantages of using a credit card answer a credit card is very useful
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because it allows people to make a purchase of a product even
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if they do not have enough cash at the moment it also provides security especially
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when shopping online since it is safer than carrying a lot
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of cash some credit cards also offer a 50 discount
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or exclusive rewards for frequent customers however there are some disadvantages
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if people are not careful they can spend too much
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and have difficulty paying back the money later additionally some stores charge extra fees
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when customers use a credit card making things more expensive question 2 why do people like shopping at a discount shop
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Many people prefer a discount shop because it offers a wide range of products at lower prices.
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Customers can often find a bargain on a product or even get 50% off during a special sale.
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This is helpful for families who want to save money.
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Also, some discount stores have a wide range of discounts on different items, which attracts more shoppers
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however some people believe
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that the quality of products in discount stores is lower compared to regular stores
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so they may hesitate to make a purchase of a product there
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question 3 under what circumstances should customers be able to get a refund
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answer customers should be able to get a refund
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if they receive a damaged item or if the product does not fit somebody properly.
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Many stores require proof of purchase, such as a supermarket receipt, before giving a refund.
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Additionally, if a product does not work as advertised, customers have the right to make a complaint about it and request a reduction in price or a refund.
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However, some stores do not accept refunds if the customer simply changes their mind after purchasing an item.
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Lena's shopping adventure, it was Saturday morning, and Lena grabbed her shopping list and loyalty card and headed to the mall.
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Her first stop was a trendy boutique with a unique selection of clothing and accessories.
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She loved to go window shopping, but today she planned to make a purchase of a product for a special event.
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The store had new arrivals and was having a special sale with a wide range of discounts.
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Look, it's 50% off this weekend, a sign said.
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There was even a bargain on a product Lena had wanted for weeks.
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She picked a few dresses and went to a fitting room to try on clothes.
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One dress didn't fit her properly, but the second one made her look radiant.
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Perfect for when I walked down the aisle at my cousin's wedding, she smiled.
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She checked the price tag and smiled, it was on sale.
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She grabbed a receipt, packed her dress, and left the boutique happy.
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At the supermarket next, Lena pushed a shopping cart through the supermarket.
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She filled it with a cart of groceries, including a can of cola for the way home.
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She loved this store because it had a wide range of products and great product sales.
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She stopped at a discount shop nearby to look for cleaning supplies.
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The shop had a limited supply of some items, so she acted fast.
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She used a discount code at the checkout counter and got a reduction in price.
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At the store checkout, she met a supermarket cashier who accidentally gave her the wrong change.
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Lena kindly pointed it out and showed her proof of purchase, her supermarket receipt.
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The cashier apologized and gave her the correct money back.
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Thanks, you're one of our frequent customers, the cashier said.
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A small problem and a refund on her way out, Lena noticed that one of her items was broken, a hairbrush.
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It was a damaged item.
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She went back to the store with the purchased item and her receipt.
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Can I get a refund, she asked.
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Yes, of course, said the worker.
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This was bought within the return period of time, and you have proof of purchase.
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At the fashion store later, Lena visited a fashion boutique for some jeans.
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The assistant showed her a pair with a light wash.
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Try these on, she said.
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Lena was satisfied with how they looked and felt.
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She paid at the cash register, making sure to pay the required amount.
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She felt content with her shopping trip.
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Ending the day on her way out, Lena passed a small stage where a girl was singing.
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She's so confident, really stands in the spotlight, Lena thought.
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A nearby shop offered a special sale on shoes, and some people were trying to haggle with the salesperson for more discounts.
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Before going home, Lena stopped
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Thank you.
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Vocabulario y notas de pronunciación para esta lección
Esta lección de conversación de nivel A2 se basa en el vídeo “Prepare for IELTS 8/ Unit 8 SHOPPING/ Speaking and Reading”. Las palabras que más se repiten: product, store, Lena, discount, customer. Este vídeo tiene 61 frases y 790 palabras para practicar shadowing. La parte hablada dura 5:03. El hablante habla a un ritmo natural de unas 156 palabras por minuto, cercano a una conversación cotidiana. El 78 % de las palabras está entre las 3.000 más comunes del inglés; conviene repasar el resto antes de empezar.
Vocabulario clave de este vídeo
15 palabras del vídeo que vale la pena aprender, con su pronunciación y significado:
| Palabra | Pronunciación | Significado |
|---|---|---|
| discount sustantivo | /ˈdɪskaʊnt/ | descuento, rebaja |
| refund sustantivo | /ɹɪˈfʌnd/ | reembolso, reintegro |
| supermarket sustantivo | /ˌsupɚˈmɑɹkət/ | supermercado |
| receipt sustantivo | /ɹɪˈsiːt/ | recepción, recibimiento |
| cashier sustantivo | /kaˈʃɪə/ | cajero |
| boutique sustantivo | /buˈtik/ | boutique |
| reduction sustantivo | /ɹɪˈdʌk.ʃən/ | reducción |
| frequent adjetivo | /ˈfɹiː.kwənt/ | frecuente |
| additionally adverbio | adicionalmente, además | |
| cart sustantivo | /kɑɹt/ | carro, carreta |
| bargain sustantivo | /ˈbɑːɹɡən/ | trato, ganga |
| disadvantage sustantivo | /ˌdɪsədˈvæntɪd͡ʒ/ | desventaja |
| checkout sustantivo | /ˈt͡ʃɛkˌaʊt/ | caja |
| clothing sustantivo | /ˈkloʊðɪŋ/ | ropa, ropaje |
| adventure sustantivo | /ədˈvɛn.t͡ʃə/ | aventura |
Phrasal verbs que vas a escuchar
| Palabra | Pronunciación | Significado |
|---|---|---|
| get off verbo | bajarse | |
| pay back verbo | /peɪ bæk/ | devolver |
Gramática en este vídeo
Las estructuras que más usa el hablante, con las palabras exactas del vídeo:
| Estructura | En el vídeo |
|---|---|
| Voz pasiva be + participio pasado — importa lo que ocurre, no quién lo hace | was broken · was bought |
| Past continuous was/were + -ing — una acción en curso en un momento del pasado | was having · was singing · were trying |
| Consejo con “should” should + verbo — decir qué es buena idea | should customers · should be |
Pronunciación a tener en cuenta
- Los sonidos de “th”: clothing /ˈkloʊðɪŋ/, cloth /klɒθ/
- Los sonidos de “sh” y “zh”: cashier /kaˈʃɪə/, reduction /ɹɪˈdʌk.ʃən/, shoe /ˈʃu/, shopper /ˈʃɑ.pɚ/
- Palabras largas — cuida el acento: supermarket /ˌsupɚˈmɑɹkət/, disadvantage /ˌdɪsədˈvæntɪd͡ʒ/, difficulty /ˈdɪfɪkəlti/, accidentally /ˌæk.sɪˈdɛnt(ə)li/, apologize /əˈpɑləˌd͡ʒaɪz/
Sonidos difíciles para hispanohablantes:
- /v/ — no es /b/: los dientes tocan el labio inferior: disadvantage /ˌdɪsədˈvæntɪd͡ʒ/, adventure /ədˈvɛn.t͡ʃə/, arrival /əˈɹaɪ.vl̩/, advertise /ˈædvɚˌtaɪ̯z/
- /z/ — sonora, no /s/: apologize /əˈpɑləˌd͡ʒaɪz/, jeans /d͡ʒiːnz/, hesitate /ˈhɛz.ə.teɪt/, groceries /ˈɡɹoʊ.s(ə.)ɹiz/, advertise /ˈædvɚˌtaɪ̯z/
- /dʒ/ — no es la “y” ni la “ch”: disadvantage /ˌdɪsədˈvæntɪd͡ʒ/, apologize /əˈpɑləˌd͡ʒaɪz/, jeans /d͡ʒiːnz/
Cómo practicar con este vídeo
- Escucha el vídeo entero una vez sin hablar y anota las palabras que no conoces.
- Empieza a velocidad 0,75×, haz shadowing frase por frase y vuelve a la velocidad normal cuando te resulte fácil.
- Grábate y compara con el original, prestando atención a palabras como discount, refund, supermarket.
¿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.