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Topic 1.
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1. How do you spend your holiday?
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2. Would you prefer to go with your friends or family?
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3. Do you prefer going on holiday abroad?
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1. How do you spend your holiday?
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During my holidays, I enjoy exploring new destinations,
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immersing myself in different cultures,
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and creating unforgettable memories with my loved ones.
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2. Would you prefer to go with your friends or family?
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I would prefer to go with my family because they provide a sense of comfort and familiarity,
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making the experience more enjoyable and memorable.
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3. Do you prefer going on holiday abroad?
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Yes, I prefer going on holiday abroad because it offers a chance to explore different cultures,
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try new cuisines and experience various landscapes,
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which helps in broadening my horizons and creating memorable experiences.
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Topic 2.
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School.
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1. What subject did you like most when you were at school?
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2. Do you think English is a good subject for all students to learn at school?
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Why?
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3. Do you think students are learning too many subjects at school now?
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1. What subject did you like most when you were at school?
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When I was at school,
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my favorite subject was English.
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I loved learning about literature,
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grammar, and writing because it allowed me to express my creativity and improve my communication skills.
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2. Do you think English is a good subject for all students to learn at school?
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Why?
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Yes, English is a beneficial subject for all students to learn at school as it enhances communication skills,
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provides access to a wealth of global knowledge,
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and increases employment opportunities in the future.
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3. Do you think students are learning too many subjects at school now?
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In my opinion, students are learning too many subjects at school now.
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The overload of subjects can lead to a lack of depth in understanding and hinder the development of essential skills.
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Topic 3.
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Shopping 1.
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What is your favorite place to shop?
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2. What was the last thing you bought for someone else?
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Where and why did you buy it?
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3. Do you prefer going shopping on your own or going with other people?
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Why?
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1. What is your favorite place to shop?
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My favorite place to shop is the local farmer's market.
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They offer fresh, organic produce and support local farmers,
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making it a sustainable and enjoyable shopping experience.
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2. What was the last thing you bought for someone else?
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Where and why did you buy it?
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I recently bought a book as a gift for my friend.
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I purchased it at a local bookstore because my friend loves reading and I wanted to surprise them with a thoughtful present.
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3. Do you prefer going shopping on your own or going with other people?
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Why?
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I prefer going shopping with other people as it provides me with different perspectives and opinions,
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making the experience more enjoyable and fruitful.
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Topic 4.
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Fashion 1.
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Do you like casual or formal clothes?
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2. How do you dress to work?
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3. What's your favorite clothing item in winter?
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1. Do you like casual or formal clothes?
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I prefer casual clothes due to their comfortable and relaxed nature.
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They allow for more freedom of movement and expression.
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2. How do you dress to work?
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I dress professionally for work,
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ensuring my attire is appropriate and reflects a polished image.
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I choose outfits that are comfortable yet maintain a level of sophistication.
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3. What's your favorite clothing item in winter?
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My favorite clothing item in winter is a cozy oversized sweater.
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It keeps me warm and comfortable during the cold season.
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Topic 5.
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Reading 1.
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What kind of books do you like to read?
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2. Do you read the same kind of books now that you read five years ago?
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3. When do you think is the best time to read?
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Why?
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1. What kind of books do you like to read?
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I enjoy reading a variety of books,
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but my favorites are usually in the fantasy or science fiction genres.
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I love novels that transport me to new worlds and explore imaginative concepts.
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2. Do you read the same kind of books now that you read five years ago?
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Yes, my reading preferences have evolved over the past five years as I now gravitate towards more complex
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and thought-provoking books compared to the ones I enjoyed before.
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3. When do you think is the best time to read?
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Why?
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I believe the best time to read is in the early morning or before bedtime.
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In the morning, our minds are fresh and focused,
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while reading before bed helps relax and unwind our thoughts.
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Topic 6.
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Environment.
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1. What environment problems are popular in your areas?
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2. What are the reasons?
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3. What can we do to stop these problems?
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1. What environment problems are popular in your areas?
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In my area, the popular environmental problems include air pollution and deforestation.
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These issues have significant impacts on the health and biodiversity of our community.
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2. What are the reasons?
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Air pollution is caused by the emission of harmful gases and pollutants from vehicles,
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factories, and burning fossil fuels.
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Deforestation is primarily caused by human activities such as logging,
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agriculture expansion, and infrastructure development.
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3. What can we do to stop these problems?
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To address air pollution and deforestation,
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we must promote the use of clean energy and strict regulations on industrial emissions.
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Additionally, education and community involvement are vital to raise awareness about the importance of preserving forests and adopting sustainable practices.
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Topic 7.
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Internet.
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1. Can you access the Internet from where you work?
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2. How does the Internet help you work or study?
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3. What are the risks for the Internet users?
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1. Can you access the Internet from where you work?
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Yes, I can access the Internet from my workplace
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which allows us to stay connected and make use of online resources for efficient and convenient work.
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2. How does the Internet help you work or study?
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The Internet helps me work or study by providing easy access to information,
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research materials, and online courses,
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allowing me to easily and efficiently complete tasks and acquire knowledge.
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3. What are the risks for the Internet users?
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The risks for internet users include cyber attacks,
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online scams, identity theft, privacy breaches,
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exposure to inappropriate content, and addiction to social media.
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Topic 8.
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Music.
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1. Do you like music?
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If yes, what kind of music do you like best?
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Why?
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If no, why not?
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2. What is the most popular kind of music in your country?
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3. How is music good or not good for people?
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1. Do you like music?
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If yes, what kind of music do you like best?
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Why?
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If no, why not?
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Yes, I love music because it brings joy and relaxation to my life.
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I particularly enjoy pop music as it has catchy melodies and relatable lyrics that uplift my mood.
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2. What is the most popular kind of music in your country?
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The most popular kind of music in my country is pop music.
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It dominates the music charts and attracts a large fanbase with its catchy melodies and relatable lyrics.
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3. How is music good or not good for people?
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Music is good for people as it enhances mood,
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relieves stress, and promotes relaxation.
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However, excessive exposure to loud and aggressive music can have negative effects on hearing and behavior.
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Topic 9.
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Staying healthy.
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1. What do you do to live healthy?
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2. Do you think eating healthy or doing the exercise is important?
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Why?
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3. Can you suggest some ways to stay healthy?
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1. What do you do to live healthy?
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To live healthy, I exercise regularly and eat a balanced diet with plenty of fruits and vegetables.
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I also prioritize getting enough sleep and staying hydrated.
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2. Do you think eating healthy or doing the exercise is important?
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Why?
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I personally believe that both eating healthy and doing exercise are important.
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They complement each other in promoting overall well-being,
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as a balanced diet nourishes the body while regular exercise strengthens it.
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3. Can you suggest some ways to stay healthy?
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There are various ways to stay healthy,
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such as maintaining a balanced diet and regular exercise,
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getting enough sleep, managing stress, and staying hydrated.
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Topic 10.
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Your birthday.
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1. When is your birthday?
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2. What do you usually do on your birthday?
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3. What is your favorite family celebration?
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Why?
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1. When is your birthday?
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My birthday is on November 12th every year.
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It's a special day for me and I always look forward to celebrating it with my friends and family.
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2. What do you usually do on your birthday?
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On my birthday, I usually gather with close family and friends to celebrate.
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We enjoy a delicious meal together and exchange heartfelt gifts to create everlasting memories.
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3. What is your favorite family celebration?
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Why?
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My favorite family celebration is T.E.T holiday because it brings everyone together,
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creating a warm and joyful atmosphere filled with love, presents, and delicious food.

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Vocabulario y notas de pronunciación para esta lección

Esta lección de conversación de nivel B2 se basa en el vídeo “Speaking Vstep Part 1 _ Social Interaction”. Las palabras que más se repiten: favorite, topic, prefer, healthy, subject. Este vídeo tiene 174 frases y 1443 palabras para practicar shadowing. La parte hablada dura 13:07. El hablante mantiene un ritmo constante de unas 110 palabras por minuto, cómodo para el shadowing. El 84 % de las palabras está entre las 3.000 más comunes del inglés; conviene repasar el resto antes de empezar. 78 de sus 174 frases son preguntas, así que sirve para practicar la entonación de las preguntas y las respuestas cortas.

Vocabulario clave de este vídeo

Las 15 palabras más avanzadas del vídeo, con su pronunciación y significado:

PalabraPronunciaciónSignificado
deforestation sustantivo/dɪˌfɒɹɪsˈteɪʃən/desmontadura, deforestación
enjoyable adjetivo/ɛnˈd͡ʒɔɪ.ə.bl̩/agradable, ameno
cloth sustantivo/klɒθ/tela
pollution sustantivo/pəˈluʃən/polución, contaminación
catchy adjetivo/ˈkæt͡ʃi/pegadizo, pegajoso
hydrate sustantivo/haɪˈdɹeɪt/hidrato
relatable adjetivo[ɹɪˈleɪ.tə.bɫ̩]relacionable, vinculable
emission sustantivo/ɪˈmɪʃ.ən/emisión
relaxation sustantivo/rᵻˌlækˈseɪ.ʃən/relajación, relax
melody sustantivo/ˈmɛl.ə.di/melodía
memorable adjetivo/ˈmɛm.(ə)ɹə.bl̩/memorable, inolvidable
enhance verbo/ɪnˈhæns/embonar, jerarquizar
sustainable adjetivo/səˈsteɪnəbəl/sostenible, sustentable
attire sustantivo/əˈtaɪɚ/atuendo, atavío
biodiversity sustantivo/ˌbaɪoʊdəˈvɚsəti/biodiversidad

Phrasal verbs que vas a escuchar

PalabraSignificado
look forward to verbono ver la hora de, quedar a la espera de

Frases que vale la pena repetir

Frases cortas y completas del vídeo que puedes reutilizar en la conversación diaria:

  • How do you spend your holiday?
  • Do you prefer going on holiday abroad?
  • What is your favorite place to shop?
  • Where and why did you buy it?
  • What's your favorite clothing item in winter?

Pronunciación a tener en cuenta

  • Los sonidos de “th”: cloth /klɒθ/, thoughtful /ˈθɔːtfəl/, strengthen /ˈstɹɛŋ(k)θən/, theft /θɛft/
  • Los sonidos de “sh” y “zh”: deforestation /dɪˌfɒɹɪsˈteɪʃən/, pollution /pəˈluʃən/, emission /ɪˈmɪʃ.ən/, relaxation /rᵻˌlækˈseɪ.ʃən/, nourish /ˈnʌɹ.ɪʃ/
  • Palabras largas — cuida el acento: deforestation /dɪˌfɒɹɪsˈteɪʃən/, sustainable /səˈsteɪnəbəl/, biodiversity /ˌbaɪoʊdəˈvɚsəti/, everlasting /ˌɛvəɹˈlæstɪŋ/, familiarity /fəmɪliˈæɹɪti/

Sonidos difíciles para hispanohablantes:

  • s + consonante al inicio — sin añadir una “e” delante: sweater /ˈswɛtɚ/, scam /ˈskæm/, strengthen /ˈstɹɛŋ(k)θən/
  • /v/ — no es /b/: los dientes tocan el labio inferior: biodiversity /ˌbaɪoʊdəˈvɚsəti/, everlasting /ˌɛvəɹˈlæstɪŋ/, gravitate /ˈɡɹævɪteɪt/, imaginative /ɪˈmæd͡ʒɪnətɪv/, overload /ˌəʊvəˈləʊd/
  • /z/ — sonora, no /s/: prioritize /pɹaɪˈɒɹ.ə.taɪz/, cuisine /kwɪˈziːn/, horizon /həˈɹaɪ.zən/, preserve /pɹəˈzɝv/

Cómo practicar con este vídeo

  1. Escucha el vídeo entero una vez sin hablar y anota las palabras que no conoces.
  2. Haz shadowing frase por frase a velocidad normal, repitiendo cada una hasta que tu ritmo coincida con el del hablante.
  3. Grábate y compara con el original, prestando atención a palabras como deforestation, enjoyable, cloth.

¿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.

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