शैडोइंग अभ्यास: My Favorite Food 🍕🍔 | Learn English with Podcast | English Speaking Practice - वीडियो के साथ अंग्रेजी बोलना सीखें

Hey everyone!

Welcome back to Speak English Podcast, the podcast where we make learning English fun and easy.

I'm Ella.

And I'm Eric.

Today we have a delicious topic, food.

Yes, everyone has a favorite food, and today we're going to share ours.

We'll talk about why we love them when we usually eat them, and some fun memories connected to them.

And of course we'll explain some useful English words along the way.

Ready?

Let's do it.

All right, Ella, let's kick things off.

What's your favorite food?

Oh, wow, that's a hard question because I love so many different foods.

But if I have to choose just one, I'd say pizza.

Ah, a classic.

I think almost everyone loves pizza.

So what makes pizza your favorite?

Well, first of all, it's just so delicious.

I love the crispy crust, the gooey melted cheese, and all the different toppings you can add.

It's the perfect mix of textures and flavors.

That's true, and pizza is so versatile.

You can have a simple one with just cheese or go crazy with lots of toppings.

What's your go-to pizza topping?

Hmm, that's a tough one.

I really love mushrooms and olives on my pizza.

But honestly, I'm open to almost any toppings.

Even pineapple?

Haha.

Yes, I actually like pineapple on pizza.

I know some people think it's strange, but I love the mix of sweet and savory flavors.

The pineapple adds a little bit of freshness.

I don't hate it, but I prefer a more classic pizza.

Give me a pepperoni pizza and I'm happy.

That's a solid choice.

Pepperoni pizza is a favorite for many people.

It's simple but really tasty.

Yeah, and I feel like pizza is one of those foods that just makes people happy.

You can eat it when you're celebrating, when you're hanging out with friends, or even when you're just relaxing at home.

Exactly.

That's another reason I love pizza.

It's perfect for any occasion.

I usually have it on movie nights.

There's nothing better than sitting on the couch, watching a good movie, and eating a hot, cheesy slice of pizza. That sounds amazing.

Do you eat pizza often?

Hmm.

Not every day, of course, but maybe once a week.

It's my favorite treat when I don't feel like cooking.

Same here.

And the great thing about pizza is that you can find it almost everywhere.

No matter where you go, there's always a pizza place nearby.

That's so true.

And every country has its own version of pizza.

Some places have thick deep dish pizza and others have thin, crispy crusts.

I love trying different styles when I travel.

Oh yeah, I've heard that in Italy.

Pizza is very different from what we usually eat.

It's simpler, with just a few fresh ingredients.

Yes, and I think that's what makes pizza special.

It's different everywhere, but it's always delicious.

Well, I can definitely see why pizza is your favorite food.

It's tasty, fun to eat, and brings people together.

Exactly.

Now I'm getting hungry just talking about it.

All right.

Now let's take a moment to go over some useful English words and phrases from our conversation.

These words will help you sound more natural when talking about food in English.

That's right.

The first word we talked about is crispy.

I said I love the crispy crust on my pizza.

When something is crispy, it means it's crunchy and makes a nice sound when you bite into it.

You might hear this word when talking about food like crispy fries, crispy toast, or even crispy chicken.

Right.

If food is crispy, it's not soft or soggy.

A pizza crust is crispy when it's baked just right.

But if it's too soft, people might say it's chewy instead.

Good point.

Now let's talk about the next word, go-to.

You said my go-to pizza topping is mushrooms and olives.

What does go-to mean?

Go-to means something you always choose because you like it or because it's a safe choice.

It can be food, a restaurant, or even an activity.

Right.

For example, if someone asks, What's your go-to coffee order?

You might say a cappuccino.

Or if someone asks, What's your go-to movie when you don't know what to watch?

You might say a comedy.

It's a really useful phrase.

Now, another phrase we used is solid choice.

When I said pepperoni pizza is a solid choice, what did I mean?

If something is a solid choice, it means it's a good option.

It's not too risky and most people would agree that it's a good pick.

Yeah, for example, if you don't know what to order at a restaurant, you can ask your friend, what's a solid choice here?

They'll probably recommend a popular dish.

Exactly.

And one more phrase, no matter where.

You said, no matter where you go, there's always a pizza place nearby.

Oh, good one.

No matter where means it doesn't matter what place you are talking about.

The situation is always the same.

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Right.

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Another example would be, no matter where you travel, you can always find people who love coffee.

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Or, no matter where you go, learning English is always useful.

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That's a great example.

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So today we learned four useful words and phrases.

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Crispy, go-to, solid choice, and no matter where.

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Try using these in your own sentences.

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Maybe tell us what your go-to food is or describe something crispy that you like.

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Yes, practicing new words is the best way to remember them.

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All right.

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Now that we've learned some great vocabulary, let's move on to my favorite food.

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Okay, Eric, now it's your turn.

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We've talked about my favorite food, pizza, but what about you?

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What's your absolute favorite thing to eat?

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Oh, this is an easy one for me.

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My favorite food is burgers.

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Oh, that's a great choice.

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Burgers are so popular, just like pizza.

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What do you love most about them?

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Well, first of all, they're super tasty.

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I love the combination of a juicy beef patty, melted cheese, fresh lettuce, tomatoes, and a soft bun.

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Every bite is just perfect.

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That does sound delicious, but I have to ask.

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Do you like simple, classic burgers, or do you prefer fancy ones with a lot of toppings?

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Hmm, it depends on my mood.

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Sometimes I just want a classic cheeseburger, simple but perfect.

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But other times I like trying different ones, maybe with bacon, barbecue sauce, or even an egg on top.

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Wait, an egg?

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I've never tried a burger with an egg before.

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Is it really good?

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Oh, you have to try it.

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A fried egg on a burger makes it even better.

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When you take a bite, the yolk mixes with the other flavors, and it's just amazing. That sounds interesting.

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I'm always open to trying new things.

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What about spicy burgers?

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Do you like those?

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Oh, definitely.

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I love spicy food, so sometimes I go for a burger with jalapenos and spicy sauce.

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What about you?

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I like a little spice, but not too much.

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If it's too spicy, I can't enjoy the other flavors.

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Yeah, that makes sense.

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Some people love spice and others prefer mild flavors.

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That's another reason why burgers are great.

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You can customize them however you like.

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That's true.

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Do you have a favorite place to get burgers?

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Yes.

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There's this little burger place near my house and they make the best burgers.

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The bread is always fresh, the meat is perfectly cooked, and they have so many different options.

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That sounds amazing.

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Do you usually eat burgers at a restaurant or do you prefer making them at home?

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I eat them at restaurants more often, but I do enjoy making burgers at home sometimes.

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It's fun to experiment with different toppings.

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I can imagine.

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And when do you usually eat burgers?

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I usually have them when I go out with friends.

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Burgers and fries make a great meal when you're hanging out.

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They're easy to eat and they always taste great.

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That's true.

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Burgers are the perfect food for casual get-togethers.

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Exactly.

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They're simple, satisfying, and always a good choice.

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Well, now I'm getting hungry again.

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First we talked about pizza and now burgers.

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I think I need a snack after this.

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Haha, me too.

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Talking about food always makes me want to eat.

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Alright, now let's go over some more useful words and phrases from your burger story.

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Sounds good.

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The first word is juicy.

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I said I love the combination of a juicy beef patty, melted cheese, fresh lettuce, tomatoes, and a soft bun.

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When food is juicy, it means it has a lot of moisture and is not dry.

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A juicy burger is delicious because it's full of flavor and not overcooked.

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Right.

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You can also use this word for fruits like juicy watermelon or juicy oranges.

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It means they have a lot of liquid inside.

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But if food is dry, it's the opposite of juicy.

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If a burger is too dry, it's not very tasty.

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Exactly.

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Now, the next word is fancy.

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You asked me if I like simple burgers or fancy ones with lots of toppings.

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If something is fancy, it means it's more special or elegant.

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A fancy burger might have expensive ingredients like truffle sauce or blue cheese.

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Right.

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You can also say someone is wearing fancy clothes if they are dressed up for a special event.

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That's a good example.

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Now, another phrase we used was hanging out.

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Oh, yeah, I said.

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Burgers and fries make a great meal when you're hanging out with friends.

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Hanging out means spending time with friends in a relaxed way.

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It's not a formal meeting, it's just casual and fun.

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You can say, I'm hanging out at the mall or let's hang out this weekend.

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It's a very common phrase in spoken English.

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Right.

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And one last phrase, customize.

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You said, that's another reason why burgers are great.

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You can customize them however you like.

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Customize means to change something to fit your personal style or preference.

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For example, you can customize your coffee by adding sugar, milk, or extra flavor.

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Exactly.

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So today we learned four useful words, juicy, fancy, hanging out, and customize.

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Try using these words in your own sentences.

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Maybe describe a juicy food you like or talk about a time you hung out with friends.

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The more you practice, the easier it gets.

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All right.

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Today we talked about two amazing foods, pizza and burgers.

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Yes.

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