Shadowing Practice: English Conversation for Beginners - Learn English Speaking with Video
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What are you going to do?
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Are you really moving to a floating house next month?
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Yes, I'm starting a new life on the river.
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That sounds unusual.
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Are you going to work from there?
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Yes, I'll be working online.
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So I'm taking my laptop with me.
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Are you going to live alone?
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No, my cousin is joining me.
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We're going to share the space.
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What are you going to do about electricity?
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We're going to install solar panels next week.
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And what about food?
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We're going to buy supplies every Saturday.
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It sounds exciting.
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It is!
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We're going to try something different this year.
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We used to spend so much time outside.
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Do you remember our old neighborhood?
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Of course!
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We used to spend so much time outside back then.
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Yes, especially during the summers We were always riding our bikes Or playing in the park
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The park was our favorite place We used to sit by the fountain after school, talking for hours Yes, and that little ice cream stand near the entrance
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We used to go there almost every weekend.
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Yeah, their ice cream was delicious.
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Life felt different then.
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People talked more, and the streets were always full of children.
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That's true.
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Do you remember Mrs. Thompson?
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She used to give us cookies when we helped her with groceries.
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Yes, she was always so kind.
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I miss those days so much.
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Me too.
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But at least we have great memories.
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I've never tried that.
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Have you ever slept in an ice hotel?
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Yes, I have.
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It was wild.
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Really?
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I've never tried that.
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I've visited one twice.
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Were you cold all night?
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Surprisingly, no. I slept very well.
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That's unbelievable.
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Did you take any pictures?
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Yes, I took many photos.
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Here they are.
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Wow, they look amazing.
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I've always wanted to go to an ice hotel.
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You totally should.
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It's one of those bucket list things.
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What does it look like?
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I heard you finally finished building your studio in that old oak tree.
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Is it true?
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Yes, I completed it last weekend.
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That's amazing!
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What does it look like?
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It's built about four meters above the ground.
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There's a big balcony around it with a strong railing to keep it safe.
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A wooden ladder goes up to the balcony.
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That already sounds impressive.
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What about the inside?
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Inside there's a small room with three windows.
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Right in the center there's a nice desk where I work.
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That sounds really cozy.
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It is!
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I also added a bookshelf, a soft couch, and some hanging lights.
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At night, the lights glow softly, and the whole studio feels warm and peaceful.
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Now I'm even more curious to see it.
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It must be something important.
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Look, there's a package at your door.
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That's strange.
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I didn't order anything.
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It must be from your sister.
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It might be, but she usually calls first.
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It can't be a mistake.
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Your name is on it.
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You're right.
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It must be something important.
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It might be a delivery from your office.
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It can't be from work.
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I finished all my projects last week.
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Then it must be a gift from someone special.
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Hmm.
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It might be.
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But I can't imagine who would send me one.
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Well, there's only one way to find out.
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Open it now.
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Makes your day, doesn't it?
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Hey, Sam.
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Do you remember that cute dog that followed us home last week?
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Yeah, the little brown one.
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That kept barking in front of the park.
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Exactly.
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I actually met the owner who lives on Maple Street.
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She was out searching for him because he'd run away again.
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Oh, wow.
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He really did look super friendly, though.
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Just completely lost.
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She was so worried, poor thing.
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She thanked me over and over.
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That's sweet.
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I'm really glad the dog we helped is back home safe now.
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Animals that get lost can get so scared.
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Totally.
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It feels good knowing the little guy that we found is happy and wagging his tail again.
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Yeah, makes your day, doesn't it?
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Where do you live?
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Where do you live, Alex?
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I live near the soccer stadium.
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It's loud on game nights, but the energy is amazing.
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What about you?
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I live in a small apartment near the city library.
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Very quiet.
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That sounds peaceful.
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Do you like it?
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I do, but sometimes it feels a little boring.
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Nothing exciting ever happens.
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Well, if you want excitement, you should visit my neighborhood on a match day.
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People are singing, cheering, and grilling food outside.
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That actually sounds fun.
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Maybe I'll come see it sometime.
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You should.
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And after the game, we can grab burgers at this late-night place nearby.
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They make the best ones in town.
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Now you've convinced me.
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Quiet libraries are great, but burgers and soccer sound better.
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What do you do for a living?
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What do you do for a living, Daniel?
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I'm an aquarist.
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I work at an aquarium.
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An aquarium?
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That sounds interesting.
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What exactly do you do there?
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I take care of the fish and other marine animals.
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I also help maintain the tanks and make sure the water conditions are perfect for each species.
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What does a normal day look like for you?
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I usually start by checking the water temperature, salinity, and filters.
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Then I feed the animals and observe their behavior to make sure they're healthy.
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Do you work with big animals too, like sharks?
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Yes, sometimes.
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Our aquarium has a large shark tank.
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I help prepare their food and monitor them.
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Wow, that must be exciting!
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Do visitors ask you a lot of questions?
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All the time.
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I often explain things about the animals.
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It's a fun job.
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The Best Burger Spot This burger place is better than the one near my house.
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The burgers here are bigger and juicier.
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I agree.
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And the fries are crispier than any fries I've tried before.
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Honestly, this might be the best burger spot in the city.
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The setting is nicer too.
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It's more comfortable and more colorful than most restaurants around here.
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True.
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And look at that double cheeseburger.
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It's the biggest one on the menu.
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I think it's also the most popular.
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I'm not sure.
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This spicy burger is more delicious.
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I think it's the tastiest thing I have ever eaten here.
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Really?
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Then I should try that next time.
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Well, compared to other fast food places, this restaurant feels friendlier and cleaner.
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Definitely.
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And the milkshakes are sweeter and thicker than the ones we had yesterday.
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This has become my favorite fast food place.
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Go for it.
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I'm thinking about studying abroad next year.
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Although, I'm a little nervous about leaving home.
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That's understandable.
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However, studying in another country can be an amazing experience.
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I know.
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Even though it might be difficult at first, I think it could help me grow as a person.
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Definitely.
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you'll meet new people and learn about different cultures.
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Therefore, it could open many opportunities for you.
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That's true.
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Although my parents are worried about the cost, they still support the idea.
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Scholarships might help.
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However, you'll need to apply early to increase your chances.
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I've already started looking at some programs.
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Even though the process seems complicated, I'm determined to try.
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You'd learn so much.
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Therefore, I say go for it.
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What have you been doing?
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You look exhausted, honey.
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What have you been doing all day?
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I've been working on my final project since early morning.
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Have you been sitting at your desk the whole time?
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Yes, I've been reading articles and taking notes without a proper break.
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That explains it.
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You need to take short breaks.
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Your brain needs rest.
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I know, I know.
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Well, dinner is ready.
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You should eat something.
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Oh, great.
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I'm starving.
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I've been craving something homemade.
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Good.
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And after dinner, you should relax a little.
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You're right.
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I've been pushing myself too hard lately.
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Tonight, I'm going to rest.
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What did he say?
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Hey David, everything okay?
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Yeah, mostly.
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Is it true that Matt heard a strange noise last night?
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Yes, it is.
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He said he had heard something around midnight.
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Did he explain what it was?
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He told me that he didn't know, but he thought it came from the basement.
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That sounds scary.
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I asked him if he was worried.
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And what did he answer?
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He said he wasn't afraid, but he wanted to investigate.
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Did he ask you to join him?
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Yes, he said I could come if I wanted to.
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Woordenschat en spreektips bij deze les
Deze spreekles op niveau B1 is gebaseerd op de video “English Conversation for Beginners”. Deze video bevat 220 zinnen en 1423 woorden om na te spreken. Het gesproken deel duurt 13:52. De spreker praat langzaam, ongeveer 103 woorden per minuut, zodat je tijd hebt om elke klank na te doen. 85% van de woorden hoort bij de 3.000 meest gebruikte Engelse woorden; de rest kun je beter vooraf bekijken. 40 van de 220 zinnen zijn vragen, dus het is goede oefening voor vraagintonatie en korte antwoorden.
Belangrijke woorden in deze video
De 15 moeilijkste woorden uit de video, met uitspraak en betekenis:
| Woord | Uitspraak | Betekenis |
|---|---|---|
| excite werkwoord | /ɪkˈsaɪt/ | prikkelen, opwinden |
| aquarium zelfstandig naamwoord | /əˈkwɛɹ.i.jəm/ | aquarium |
| balcony zelfstandig naamwoord | /ˈbælkəni/ | balkon |
| fry werkwoord | /fɹaɪ/ | bakken, braden |
| aquarist zelfstandig naamwoord | aquarist, aquariumhouder | |
| bookshelf zelfstandig naamwoord | /ˈbʊkˌʃɛlf/ | boekenkast |
| cheeseburger zelfstandig naamwoord | /ˈtʃizˌbɝ.ɡɚ/ | kaasburger |
| milkshake zelfstandig naamwoord | /ˈmɪlk.ʃeɪk/ | milkshake |
| starve werkwoord | /stɑɹv/ | verhongeren, sterven van de honger |
| groceries zelfstandig naamwoord | /ˈɡɹoʊ.s(ə.)ɹiz/ | boodschappen |
| juicy bijvoeglijk naamwoord | /ˈd͡ʒuːsi/ | sappig |
| understandable bijvoeglijk naamwoord | begrijpelijk | |
| softly bijwoord | /ˈsɔftli/ | zachtjes, zachtaardig |
| spicy bijvoeglijk naamwoord | /ˈspaɪsi/ | scherp, pikant |
| colorful bijvoeglijk naamwoord | /ˈkʌl.əɹ.fl̩/ | kleurrijk |
Phrasal verbs die je zult horen
| Woord | Betekenis |
|---|---|
| find out werkwoord | ontdekken, onderzoeken |
| run away werkwoord | vluchten, weglopen |
Zinnen om te herhalen
Korte, volledige zinnen uit de video die je in alledaagse gesprekken kunt gebruiken:
- What are you going to do?
- Are you going to work from there?
- Are you going to live alone?
- What are you going to do about electricity?
- Makes your day, doesn't it?
Grammatica in deze video
De structuren die de spreker het meest gebruikt, met de exacte woorden uit de video:
| Structuur | In de video |
|---|---|
| Present perfect continuous have/has been + -ing — iets dat eerder begon en nog bezig is | have you been doing · I've been working · Have you been sitting |
| “Used to” used to + werkwoord — een vroegere gewoonte of toestand die niet meer klopt | used to spend · used to sit · used to go |
| Present perfect have/has + voltooid deelwoord — iets uit het verleden dat nu nog telt | I've never tried · Have you ever slept · I've visited |
| Mogelijkheid met “might / may” might/may + werkwoord — iets is mogelijk maar niet zeker | might be · might help |
Uitspraak om op te letten
De spreker gebruikt 43 samentrekkingen en verkorte vormen, zoals I'm, I've, we're. Spreek ze kort uit, zoals je ze hoort.
- De klanken “sh” en “zh”: bookshelf /ˈbʊkˌʃɛlf/, milkshake /ˈmɪlk.ʃeɪk/, scholarship /ˈskɑːləɹʃɪp/
- Lange woorden — let op de klemtoon: aquarium /əˈkwɛɹ.i.jəm/, salinity /səˈlɪnɪti/, unbelievable /ˌʌnbɪˈliːvəbl̩/, surprisingly /səˈpɹaɪzɪŋli/, investigate /ɪnˈvɛs.tə.ɡeɪt/
Klanken die Nederlandstaligen lastig vinden:
- Stemhebbende eindmedeklinker — /b/, /d/, /g/, /z/, /v/ niet verscherpen: starve /stɑɹv/, groceries /ˈɡɹoʊ.s(ə.)ɹiz/, observe /əbˈzɜːv/
- /æ/ — opener dan de Nederlandse “e”: balcony /ˈbælkəni/, ladder /ˈlæd.ɚ/, laptop /ˈlæp.tɑp/, relax /ɹɪˈlæks/
- /g/ — een harde plofklank, geen Nederlandse “g”: burger /ˈbɝ.ɡɚ/, cheeseburger /ˈtʃizˌbɝ.ɡɚ/, groceries /ˈɡɹoʊ.s(ə.)ɹiz/, exhaust /ɪɡˈzɔst/, grill /ɡɹɪl/
Zo oefen je met deze video
- Luister de hele video één keer zonder te spreken en noteer de woorden die je niet kent.
- Spreek zin voor zin na op normale snelheid en herhaal elke zin tot je ritme gelijk is aan dat van de spreker.
- Neem jezelf op en vergelijk met het origineel; let daarbij op woorden als excite, aquarium, balcony.
Wat is de Shadowing-techniek?
Shadowing is een wetenschappelijk onderbouwde taalleermethode die oorspronkelijk is ontwikkeld voor professionele tolkentraining en gepopulariseerd door polyglot Dr. Alexander Arguelles. De methode is eenvoudig maar krachtig: je luistert naar native Engelse audio en herhaalt het onmiddellijk hardop — als een schaduw die de spreker volgt met slechts 1–2 seconden vertraging. In tegenstelling tot passief luisteren of grammaticadrills, dwingt shadowing je hersenen en mondspieren om echte spraakpatronen tegelijkertijd te verwerken en te reproduceren. Onderzoek toont aan dat het de uitspraaknauwkeurigheid, intonatie, ritme, verbonden spraak, luisterbegrip en spreekvaardigheid aanzienlijk verbetert — waardoor het een van de meest effectieve methoden is voor IELTS Speaking-voorbereiding en echte Engelse communicatie.