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Hello everyone!
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Welcome back to Easy English Class.
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I'm Marco, and today we're covering something super practical – daily workplace conversations in English.
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The small conversations you have every single day at work.
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Hi friends, I'm Erika.
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You know what?
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A workday is full of small conversations.
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You say, good morning, someone asks what you're working on.
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You explain something, you ask a question, meetings happen.
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Most of the time, it's not big or complicated English.
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It's simple phrases.
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Exactly.
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Today, we're going to listen to real workplace moments.
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Greeting a coworker, asking what someone's working on,
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giving updates, asking for help,
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talking about deadlines, and ending the workday.
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These are conversations you'll have every single day.
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So grab your notebook, get comfortable,
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and let's learn the English you actually need at work.
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Okay, Erica, before we start,
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let me ask our listeners something.
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Have you ever started a new job and felt nervous about speaking English with your co-workers?
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Maybe you knew the English,
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but you didn't know what to say in those small daily moments.
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Yes, that's so common.
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And here's another question.
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When you greet someone at work in English,
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do you just say hello and then feel stuck?
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Or do you know how to have a natural,
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friendly conversation without making it awkward?
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Great questions!
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Because Workplace English isn't about big presentations or formal emails.
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It's about those small, everyday moments.
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Good morning, how are you?
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What are you working on?
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Can you help me with something?
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These simple conversations happen 20 times a day.
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And the amazing thing is, these conversations follow patterns.
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Once you learn the phrases,
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you can use them every single day.
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You'll feel confident and relaxed at work.
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Let's start with the first situation,
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greeting a co-worker at the beginning of the day.
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This is how most workdays start.
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Listen to this conversation between Tom and Sarah.
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Tom, good morning, Sarah.
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Morning, Tom.
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How are you?
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I'm good, thanks.
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And you?
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I'm okay.
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A bit tired, to be honest.
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Yeah, I feel the same.
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Mondays are always like that.
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True.
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Did you have a busy morning?
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Not too bad so far.
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I just got in a few minutes ago.
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Same here.
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I'm just getting settled.
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By the way, did you see the message from the team?
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Yes, I did.
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I'll check the details in a bit.
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Sounds good.
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Thanks.
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No problem.
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Perfect.
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Let's break this down.
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At work, greetings are usually simple and polite.
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You don't need big expressions or long sentences.
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Most of the time, it's just,
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good morning, how are you, and a short reply.
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Notice that even when people are busy or tired,
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they still ask, how are you?
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It's not always a real question.
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It's more a friendly way to start the day.
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In this conversation, you heard phrases like,
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I'm good, not too bad, or a bit tired.
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These are very common at work.
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After the greeting, people often add a little small talk.
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This is what we call breaking the ice.
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Breaking the ice means saying something simple to make the conversation feel comfortable.
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For example, did you have a busy morning?
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Or how is your morning going?
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These small questions are not about work tasks.
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They're about creating a good atmosphere.
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And that's very important in a workplace.
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Other natural examples.
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Did you just get in?
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Long day already?
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Very simple.
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Now let's move to situation two.
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Asking what someone is working on.
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This happens all the time at work.
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Listen to Tom and Sarah again.
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Hey Sarah, what are you working on this morning?
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I'm starting with the client report.
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I want to get the first part done before lunch.
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Makes sense.
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Is it a new report or an update?
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It's an update.
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Most of the structure's there,
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but I need to check the details.
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Yeah, those details always take time.
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They really do.
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I've been going through emails and notes from last week.
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Sounds like a long task.
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It is, but once I get started, it's okay.
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What about you?
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What are you working on today?
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I'm preparing the presentation for tomorrow's meeting.
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Right, the team meeting.
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Yes.
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I'm updating a few slides and fixing some numbers.
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Are you working on it alone or with the team?
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For now, just me.
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I'll share it later this afternoon.
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Okay, let me know if you want a second look.
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That would be great.
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Thanks.
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No problem.
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Great conversation.
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At work, asking what someone is working on is usually simple and indirect.
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People don't ask for details.
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They're just checking in.
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A very common question is,
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what are you working on?
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or what are you working on this morning?
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Answers are also usually short.
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People give a general idea, not a full explanation.
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You heard phrases like, I'm starting with,
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I'm preparing, I'm updating a few things.
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After that, it's polite to ask, what about you?
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This keeps the conversation balanced.
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You can also add small comments like,
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that makes sense, sounds like a long task,
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or that would be great.
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These phrases show interest even without talking too much.
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Now situation three.
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Talking about a task and giving a quick update.
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Here's a question for you.
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Do you feel comfortable giving updates in English or do you worry about explaining too much or too little?
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Let's listen.
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Hey Sarah, quick update on the client report?
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Sure.
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How's it going?
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I've finished the first section and I'm working on the data part now.
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Okay, great.
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Any issues so far?
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Nothing major.
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I just needed to double check a few numbers.
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That sounds fine.
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Do you think you'll finish it today?
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Yes, I think so.
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I should have a full draft by the end of the day.
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Perfect.
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That works for me.
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I'll send it to you once it's ready.
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Thanks.
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Let me know if anything comes up.
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Will do.
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No rush, by the way.
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Just keep me posted.
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Alright, thanks.
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At work, updates are usually short and simple.
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You don't need to explain everything.
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People just want to know where things are.
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You might hear phrases like,
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quick update, I've finished, I'm working on, or nothing major.
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There's no pressure, no long explanation.
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Just enough information.
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Phrases like, I should have it by the end of the day.
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Or, I'll send it once it's ready.
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Help set expectations without sounding formal.
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Mark and phrases like, let me know if anything comes up.
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Or, keep me posted.
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Show trust and openness.
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This kind of short update helps work.
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Move without interrupting the day.
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Situation four.
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Asking for help or clarification.
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It's very normal to ask questions at work.
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Listen to this conversation.
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Hey Sarah, can I ask you something about the report?
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Of course.
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What's up?
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I'm a bit unsure about the last section.
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Do you want a summary there or more details?
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Good question.
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A short summary should be enough.
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Okay, that helps.
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I wasn't sure how detailed to make it.
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Yeah, it can be confusing.
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If you want, you can add more details in the appendix.
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That makes sense.
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Thanks for clarifying.
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No problem at all.
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Also, just to check, the deadline is still today, right?
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Yes.
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End of the day is fine.
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Perfect.
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I'll finish it this afternoon.
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Sounds good.
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Let me know if you need anything else.
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I will.
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Thanks.
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There's nothing wrong with asking for help or clarification.
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It actually shows that you care about doing things correctly.
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What matters most is how you ask.
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Tone and politeness are key.
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Some soft openings you heard.
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Can I ask you something?
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I'm not sure about this part.
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Could you clarify something for me?
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Adding phrases like, just to check or just to make sure,
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makes your question lighter.
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For example, just to check,
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is the deadline still today?
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Just to make sure, do you want a summary here?
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These small phrases keep the conversation comfortable and professional.
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Question 5.
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Talking about time or deadlines.
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This happens constantly at work.
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Listen.
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Sarah.
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Hey Tom, do you think you'll finish the client report on time?
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Yes, I think so.
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I've got most of it done already.
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Great!
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The meeting is at 3 p.m., right?
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Yes, 3 p.m.
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I just need to finalize a few numbers before sending it over.
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S sounds good.
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Do you want me to review it before the meeting?
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If you have time, that would be helpful,
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but don't worry if you're busy.
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No problem.
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I can take a look after lunch.
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Tom Perfect.
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I'll make sure it's ready by then.
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Thanks.
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And just to check, are we presenting it as is,
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or are we adding the appendix?
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Let's add the appendix.
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I think it will help make things clearer.
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Good idea.
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That shouldn't take long, right?
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Not too long.
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I can finish it in 15 to 20 minutes.
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Perfect.
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Everything will be ready for the meeting then.
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Talking about deadlines is normal at work.
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Asking or confirming helps keep everything on track.
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Tone matters.
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You want to sound polite and calm.
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Some phrases you heard, do you think you'll finish?
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A polite progress check.
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Just a check softens the question.
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That shouldn't take long, right?
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Confirming time without pressure.
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These small phrases make work smoother.
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Situation 6.
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A short meeting moment.
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Most meetings at work are quick check-ins like this.
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Hi, Tom.
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Are you ready for the quick check-in?
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Yes, I am.
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Great.
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Let's start with the client report.
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How's it coming along?
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It's almost done.
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I finished the first part,
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and I'm just finalizing the numbers.
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Perfect.
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Do you need any help before we share it with the team?
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Not right now.
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I'll let you know if anything comes up.
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Sounds good.
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And the presentation for tomorrow,
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are you ready to share it?
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Yes, I've updated most of the slides.
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I just need to add the appendix.
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Perfect.
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That should be fine for the team review.
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Yes, I'll send it to you right after this.
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Great.
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Thanks.
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Anything else we need to cover quickly?
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No, that's all for now.
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All right, let's get started then.
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In meetings, people usually keep things short and simple.
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Most of the time it's about quick updates and checking in.
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Phrases you heard.
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Quick check-in.
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A short meeting to see how things are going.
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How's it coming along?
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Asking about progress.
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I'll let you know if anything comes up.
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Offering to communicate.
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Anything else we need to cover.
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Checking if the meeting is complete.
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Small, polite phrases like these make meetings smooth.
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Final Situation Ending the workday This is how most work conversations close.
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All right, Sarah, that's everything for today.
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Yes, I think we're all set.
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Great.
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Did you manage to finish the client report?
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Yes, I sent it to you this afternoon.
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Perfect.
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Thanks for getting that done.
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No problem.
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And the presentation for tomorrow.
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Are we ready to share it with the team?
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Yes, I've added the appendix,
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so it should be ready.
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Excellent.
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Quick question.
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Are you free for a short check-in in the morning just to go over the agenda?
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Sure.
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That works for me.
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What time?
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Around 9.30, if that's okay.
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Perfect.
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I'll be ready.
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Great.
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Well, have a good evening.
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You too.
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See you tomorrow.
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See you.
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Ending work is usually simple.
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Most of the time it's about checking tasks are done and confirming things for tomorrow.
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You don't need long sentences.
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Phrases you heard.
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We're all set.
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Everything is finished.
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No problem.
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Casual and friendly.
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Quick check-in in the morning.
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Scheduling for tomorrow.
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Have a good evening or see you tomorrow.
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Warm and professional.
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Now let's talk about practice.
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Here's my question for you.
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Which situation from today do you have most often at work?
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Greeting coworkers?
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Giving updates?
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Asking for help?
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Think about it.
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Great question.
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Here's how to practice these conversations.
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First, choose the three situations you have most often at work.
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For most people, it's greetings, updates, and asking questions.
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Second, write down the key phrases for each situation.
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For greetings, good morning, how are you?
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I'm good, thanks.
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For updates, quick update, I've finished, I'm working on.
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For questions, can I ask you something?
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Just a check.
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Third, practice out loud.
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Tomorrow morning, before work, practice saying these phrases.
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Stand in front of the mirror and have a conversation with yourself.
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It sounds silly, but it works.
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Fourth, use one new phrase each day at work.
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Just one.
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Today try, just to check.
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Tomorrow try, let me know if anything comes up.
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One phrase per day becomes natural.
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And fifth, listen actively at work.
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When your co-workers speak, notice which phrases they use.
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Write them down.
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Then practice them yourself.
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Wow, we covered seven workplace situations today.
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Let's quickly recap.
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We learned how to greet co-workers in the morning,
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ask what someone's working on,
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give quick updates, ask for help politely,
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talk about deadlines, participate in quick meetings,
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and end the work day.
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We gave you tons of useful phrases like,
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good morning, how are you?
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What are you working on?
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Quick update?
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Can I ask you something?
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Just to check.
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Do you think you'll finish?
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We're all set and have a good evening.
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Now here's our final question for you.
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Which phrase from today will you use at work tomorrow?
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Which one resonated with you the most?
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Leave a comment and tell us.
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Yes, write in the comments.
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And here's your challenge.
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Tomorrow at work, use three phrases from this lesson.
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Just three.
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Use one in the morning for greetings,
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one during the day for updates or questions,
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and one when you finish work.
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Remember, Workplace English is all about small, repeated conversations.
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You don't need to be perfect.
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You just need to be polite, clear, and friendly.
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These simple phrases will make your workday so much easier.
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Thank you so much for listening to Easy English Class.
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If this episode helped you feel more confident about workplace conversations,
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please subscribe, Give us a thumbs up and share with your friends.
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Until next time, keep practicing these phrases at work.
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Use them every day and soon they'll become automatic.
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Your English is getting better every single day.
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See you in the next episode.
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Good luck at work tomorrow.
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Goodbye, everyone.
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You got this.
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אוצר מילים והערות הגייה לשיעור הזה
שיעור הדיבור הזה ברמה B1 מבוסס על הסרטון “EveryDay English Conversation at Workplace”. המילים שחוזרות הכי הרבה: phrase, conversation, update, quick, meeting. בסרטון הזה יש 411 משפטים ו-2384 מילים לתרגול Shadowing. הדיבור נמשך 17:42. הדובר שומר על קצב יציב של כ-135 מילים בדקה, קצב נוח לתרגול Shadowing. 86% מהמילים נמצאות בין 3,000 המילים הנפוצות ביותר באנגלית; כדאי ללמוד את השאר לפני שמתחילים. 67 מתוך 411 המשפטים שלו הם שאלות, כך שזה תרגול טוב לאינטונציה של שאלות ולתשובות קצרות.
אוצר מילים מרכזי בסרטון הזה
15 המילים המתקדמות ביותר בסרטון, עם ההגייה והמשמעות שלהן:
| מילה | הגייה | משמעות |
|---|---|---|
| phrase שם עצם | /ˈfɹeɪ̯z/ | צֵרוּף לָשׁוֹן, מִשְׁפָּט |
| workplace שם עצם | /ˈwɝkˌpleɪs/ | מקום עבודה |
| polite שם תואר | /pəˈlaɪt/ | מְנוּמָס |
| appendix שם עצם | /əˈpɛn.dɪks/ | נִסְפָּח |
| clarify פועל | /ˈklæɹ.ɪ.faɪ/ | הבהיר |
| slide שם עצם | /ˈslaɪ̯d/ | מַגְלֵשָׁה |
| openness שם עצם | פתיחות | |
| politeness שם עצם | /pəˈlaɪtnəs/ | נִימוּס, אֲדִיבוּת |
| listener שם עצם | /ˈlɪs(ə)nɚ/ | מַאֲזִין |
| confuse פועל | /kənˈfjuːz/ | בלבל |
| notebook שם עצם | /ˈnoʊtˌbʊk/ | מַחְבֶּרֶת, דִּפְתָּר |
| thumb שם עצם | /ˈθʌm/ | אגודל |
| subscribe פועל | /səbˈskɹaɪb/ | נִמְנָה |
| ton שם עצם | /tʌn/ | טוֹן, טוֹנָה |
| goodbye | /ɡʊdˈbaɪ/ | לְהִתְרָאוֹת, שָׁלוֹם |
Phrasal verbs שתשמעו
| מילה | משמעות |
|---|---|
| write down פועל | רָשַׁם |
משפטים שכדאי לחזור עליהם
משפטים קצרים ושלמים מהסרטון שאפשר להשתמש בהם בשיחה יומיומית:
- Good morning, how are you?
- After that, it's polite to ask, what about you?
- Do you think you'll finish it today?
- Some phrases you heard, do you think you'll finish?
- Do you think you'll finish?
דקדוק בסרטון הזה
המבנים שהדובר משתמש בהם הכי הרבה, עם המילים המדויקות מהסרטון:
| מבנה | בסרטון |
|---|---|
| הווה מושלם (Present perfect) have/has + past participle — פעולה שקרתה בעבר ועדיין יש לה חשיבות או השפעה עכשיו | Have you ever started · I've finished · I've updated |
| עצה עם “should” should + verb — לומר מה כדאי או מומלץ לעשות | should have · should be |
| פועל + -ing enjoy, keep, stop… + -ing — פעלים שמתחברים ל-ing אחריהם | practice saying · keep practicing |
| הווה ממושך (Present continuous) am/is/are + -ing — משהו שמתרחש כרגע או בסביבה הקרובה לזמן הזה | we're covering · you're working · are you working |
הגייה ששווה לשים לב אליה
הדובר משתמש ב-63 קיצורים וצורות מקוצרות, כמו I'm, I'll, I've. אמרו אותם בצורה הקצרה, כפי שאתם שומעים אותם.
- הצלילים של “sh” ו-“zh”: presentation /ˌpɹɛzn̩ˈteɪʃn̩/, clarification /ˌklæɹɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/, expectation /ˌɛk.spɛkˈteɪ.ʃən/, casual /ˈkæʒ(u)əl/
- מילים ארוכות — שימו לב להטעמה: clarification /ˌklæɹɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/, expectation /ˌɛk.spɛkˈteɪ.ʃən/, communicate /kəˈmjuːnɪkeɪt/
צלילים שדוברי עברית מתקשים בהם:
- /w/ — שפתיים מעוגלות, לא /v/: workplace /ˈwɝkˌpleɪs/, awkward /ˈɔk.wɚd/
- /æ/ — פתוח יותר מה-“אֶ” העברית, לא כמו “a” ב-“cup”: clarification /ˌklæɹɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/, clarify /ˈklæɹ.ɪ.faɪ/, casual /ˈkæʒ(u)əl/, actively /ˈæktɪvli/, relax /ɹɪˈlæks/
- /r/ — הלשון לא נוגעת בשום מקום, לא ה-“ר” הגרונית: phrase /ˈfɹeɪ̯z/, greet /ɡɹiːt/, greeting /ˈɡɹiːtɪŋ/, presentation /ˌpɹɛzn̩ˈteɪʃn̩/, clarification /ˌklæɹɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
איך לתרגל עם הסרטון הזה
- הקשיבו לכל הסרטון פעם אחת בלי לדבר, ורשמו את המילים שאתם לא מכירים.
- תרגלו Shadowing משפט אחר משפט במהירות רגילה, וחזרו על כל משפט עד שהקצב שלכם תואם את הדובר.
- הקליטו את עצמכם והשוו למקור, תוך תשומת לב למילים כמו phrase, workplace, polite.
מהי טכניקת השאדואינג?
שאדואינג היא טכניקת למידת שפה מבוססת מדע שפותחה במקור להכשרת מתורגמנים מקצועיים ופופולרית על ידי הפוליגלוט ד"ר אלכסנדר ארגואלס. השיטה פשוטה אך עוצמתית: אתה מקשיב לאודיו באנגלית ילידית וחוזר עליו בקול רם מיד — כמו צל העוקב אחרי הדובר עם עיכוב של 1–2 שניות בלבד. בניגוד להאזנה פסיבית או תרגילי דקדוק, שאדואינג מכריח את המוח והשרירים בפה לעבד ולשחזר דפוסי דיבור אמיתיים בו זמנית. מחקרים מראים שזה משפר משמעותית את דיוק ההגייה, האינטונציה, הקצב, הדיבור המחובר, הבנת השמיעה ושטף הדיבור — מה שהופך אותו לאחת השיטות היעילות ביותר להכנה לIELTS Speaking ולתקשורת באנגלית בעולם האמיתי.