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Test 1.
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This is the IELTS Listening Test.
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You will hear a number of different recordings, and you will have to answer questions on what you hear.
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There will be time for you to read the instructions and questions, and you will have a chance to check your work.
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All the recordings will be played once only.
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The test is in four parts.
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At the end of the test, you will be given ten minutes to transfer your answers to an answer sheet.
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Now turn to part one.
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Part one.
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You will hear a woman asking a friend for restaurant recommendations.
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First, you have some time to look at questions 1 to 4.
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Now listen carefully and answer questions 1 to 4.
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I've been meaning to ask you for some advice about restaurants.
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I need to book somewhere to celebrate my sister's 30th birthday, and I liked the sound of that place you went to for your mum's 50th.
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The Junction?
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Yeah, I'd definitely recommend that for a special occasion.
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We had a great time there.
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Everyone really enjoyed it.
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Where is it again?
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I can't remember.
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It's on Grayson Street, only about a two-minute walk from the station.
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Oh, that's good.
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I'd prefer not to have to drive anywhere.
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But I don't want to have to walk too far, either.
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Yes, the location's perfect, but that's not necessarily why I'd recommend it.
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The food's amazing.
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If you like fish, it's probably the best restaurant in town for that.
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It's always really fresh, and there are lots of interesting dishes to choose from.
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But all the food is good there.
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Is it really expensive?
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It's certainly not cheap, but for a special occasion I think it's fine.
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It's got a great atmosphere, and before dinner you can go up on the roof and have a drink.
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It's really nice up there, but you need to book.
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It's very popular as the views are spectacular.
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Hmm, sounds good.
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So that's definitely a possibility then.
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Is there anywhere else you can think of?
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Um, if you want somewhere a bit less formal, then you could try Paloma.
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Where's that?
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I haven't heard of it.
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No, it's quite new.
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It's only been open a few months, but it's got a great reputation already.
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It's in a really beautiful old building on Bow Street.
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Oh, I think I know where you mean.
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Right beside the cinema.
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Yes, that's it.
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I've only been there a couple of times, but I was really impressed.
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The chef used to work at Don Felipe's, apparently.
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I was really sorry when that closed down.
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So is all the food they serve Spanish, then?
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Yeah.
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You can get lots of small dishes to share, which always works really well if you're in a group.
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Hmm.
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Worth thinking about.
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Yeah.
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There's a lively atmosphere and the waiters are really friendly.
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The only thing is that you need to pay a £50 deposit to book a table.
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A lot of restaurants are doing that these days.
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I should have a look at the menu to check there's a good choice of vegetarian dishes.
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A couple of my friends have stopped eating meat.
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Not sure.
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I'd say the selection of those would be quite limited.
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Before you hear the rest of the conversation, you have some time to look at questions five to ten.
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Now listen and answer questions five to ten.
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I've just thought of another idea.
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Have you been to the Audley?
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No, don't think I've heard of it.
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How's it spelt?
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A-U-D-L-E-Y.
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You must have heard of it.
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There's been a lot about it in the press.
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I don't tend to pay much attention to that kind of thing.
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So where is it exactly?
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It's in that hotel near Baxter Bridge on the top floor.
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Oh, the views would be incredible from up there.
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Yeah, I'd love to go.
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I can't think of the chef's name, but she was a judge on that TV cookery show recently, and she's written a couple of cookery books.
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Oh, Angela Frayne.
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That's the one.
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Anyway, it's had excellent reviews from all the newspapers.
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That would be a memorable place for a celebration.
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Definitely.
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Obviously it's worth going there just for the view, but the food is supposed to be really special.
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She only likes cooking with local products, doesn't she?
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Yes.
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Everything at the restaurant has to be sourced within a short distance, and absolutely nothing flown in from abroad.
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I imagine it's really expensive, though.
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Well, you could go for the set lunch.
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That's quite reasonable for a top-class restaurant.
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Thirty pounds a head.
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In the evening, I think it'd be more like fifty pounds.
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At least that, I should think.
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But I'm sure everyone would enjoy it.
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It's not the kind of place you leave feeling hungry, though, is it?
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With tiny portions.
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No, the reviews I've read didn't mention that.
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I imagine they'd be average.
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Well, that's all great.
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That is the end of part one.
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You now have one minute to check your answers to part one.
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Thank you.
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Thank you.
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Thank you.

Context & Background

The IELTS Listening Test is designed to assess your listening abilities in various contexts and settings. In the first section of the test, you may encounter dialogues that focus on everyday scenarios, such as asking for restaurant recommendations. Such recordings replicate real-life conversations, allowing you to familiarize yourself with the natural flow of English dialogue. In the specific example from the video, a woman seeks advice from a friend about where to celebrate her sister's milestone birthday. This dialogue not only helps listeners practice comprehension but also exposes them to common phrases and vocabulary that are useful in everyday communication.

Top 5 Phrases for Daily Communication

  • “Could you recommend a restaurant?” - A polite way to seek suggestions.
  • “I need to book somewhere special.” - Expressing the importance of the occasion.
  • “What’s the atmosphere like?” - Inquiring about the vibe of a place for a better decision.
  • “Is it expensive?” - A common concern regarding the cost.
  • “It has a great reputation.” - Referring to the popularity or worthiness of a place based on reviews or past experiences.

Step-by-step Shadowing Guide

To effectively use the shadowing technique with the provided audio from the IELTS Listening Test, follow these steps to improve English pronunciation and overall fluency:

  1. Listen Carefully: Play the recording and focus on understanding the context and key details of the conversation.
  2. Read the Transcript: Review the transcript while listening to identify words and phrases that may be challenging.
  3. Pace Yourself: Start shadowing by mimicking the speaker. Use a shadowing app if necessary to help control the playback speed.
  4. Repeat Out Loud: As you listen and shadow speech, practice saying the phrases aloud to build muscle memory and correct pronunciation.
  5. Record Yourself: Use a recording device to capture your shadowing practice. This will allow you to compare your pronunciation with the original audio.

By consistently using this shadowing site and technique, learners can enhance their listening skills, pronunciation, and confidence in speaking English. Whether you're preparing for an exam or simply wish to communicate more effectively, this approach is invaluable for mastering real-life conversations.

Qu'est-ce que la technique du Shadowing ?

Le Shadowing est une technique d'apprentissage des langues fondée sur la science, développée à l'origine pour la formation des interprètes professionnels. Le principe est simple mais puissant : vous écoutez de l'anglais natif et le répétez immédiatement à voix haute — comme une ombre suivant le locuteur avec un décalage de 1 à 2 secondes. Les recherches montrent une amélioration significative de la précision de la prononciation, de l'intonation, du rythme, des liaisons, de la compréhension orale et de la fluidité.