Shadowing Practice: English Conversation for Everyday Life - Learn English Speaking with Video

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I have a dilemma.

Sylvia, I have a dilemma.

There are two boys at my school who asked me out,

but I can't decide which one to choose.

Ooh, juicy gossip!

Tell me all about it!

Well, one is Jake.

He's the captain of the debate team.

He's so smart and driven, but a bit serious.

And then there's Alex.

He's the star quarterback, charming and hilarious,

but a bit of a goop ball.

So, you've got Sherlock Holmes and the class clown vying for your affection.

Tough choice.

Exactly!

I like them both so much, but they're so different.

I can't figure out who would be the best match for me.

Well, lucky for you, I'm the love guru!

Here are my tips for choosing the right guy.

First, think about what qualities are most important to you in a partner.

Do you value intelligence and ambition?

Or do you prefer someone who can make you laugh and have fun?

That makes sense.

I do appreciate both qualities in different ways.

Next, consider how each guy makes you feel when you're around them.

Do you feel comfortable in yourself?

Or do you feel like you have to put on a mask to impress them?

I do feel more at ease with one of them.

And that brings us to the final tip.

Go with your gut.

Your heart knows what it wants,

even if your head is clouded by all the pros and cons.

You're right, Sylvia.

I think I know who I want to choose now.

Thank you so much for your advice.

I feel much clearer about this now.

Anytime, my dear.

Just remember, when in doubt, always trust your instincts.

Can you give me more clues?

Hey, Dylan!

Hey, Elisa!

Have you asked any girl to the spring dance yet?

Um, I want to invite someone,

but I'm a bit nervous about it.

Oh, really?

Who is she?

Well, she's someone I have chemistry,

math, and English together with Hmm,

that doesn't really narrow it down Can you give me more clues?

Sure She has long brown hair Loves wearing pink clothes And has the most beautiful smile Oh,

that's still not ringing any bells Can you tell me more about her?

Well, she's always so kind to everyone.

And she's really funny, too.

And she has these captivating green eyes.

She can also sing and dance really well.

But that sounds like me.

Wait.

Have you been talking about me all this time?

Bingo!

Yeah, I've been wanting to ask you to the spring dance.

I just couldn't find the right moment.

Dylan, I had no idea.

I thought you were talking about someone else.

I'd love to go to the dance with you.

Awesome!

I'm so glad you said yes.

I was so nervous about asking you.

Don't worry, you did great.

I'm looking forward to the dance now.

Me too.

It'll be so much fun with you there.

Thanks for asking me, Dylan.

This is going to be an amazing night.

Give me a big smile.

Hi, Olivia.

Let's get started.

Take a seat on the stool over there, please.

Sure thing, Alex.

Like this?

Perfect.

Now, tilt your head slightly to the left and look directly at the camera.

Yes, that's it.

Now give me a big smile.

Great job, Olivia!

Now let's try something different.

Stand up and walk towards the window.

I want to capture some natural light on your face.

Okay.

I'm walking towards the window.

How's this?

Beautiful.

Now turn your body slightly to the right and look off into the distance.

Keep that pose.

Wonderful, Olivia.

That's the shot.

Let's switch things up a bit.

Can you try sitting on the floor, leaning against the wall?

Sure, I can do that.

How's this position?

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Perfect.

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Now cross your legs and gently place your hand on your chin.

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And look slightly upwards towards the light.

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Excellent, Olivia.

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You are a natural in front of the camera.

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Let's go for one more look.

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Stand by the backdrop and give me a playful, carefree expression.

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Got it.

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Playful and carefree, coming right up.

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That's a wrap, Olivia.

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You were amazing today.

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We captured some truly stunning shots.

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Thank you, Alex.

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I had a great time trying out different poses.

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Can't wait to see the final images in the magazine.

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Here's to good health and good friends.

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Here you go.

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Our healthy dinner is served.

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Bon appétit.

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We hope you enjoy it.

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We only eat healthy food that we cook at home.

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I love how colorful everything is.

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It's like a feast for the eyes.

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Mmm, this is really good.

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What's in this dish?

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It's grilled salmon with steamed vegetables.

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As desserts, we have fruit tarts.

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That sounds amazing.

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How do you guys eat so healthy all the time?

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We focus on lots of fruits and vegetables.

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Healthy fats like fish and olive oil.

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And we stay away from unhealthy fats and sugars as much as possible.

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We try to avoid processed foods as much as possible and use minimal amounts of salt in our dishes.

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That's really admirable.

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I wish we were as disciplined with our diet.

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Do you guys cook everything at home then?

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Yes, we try to prepare most of our meals from scratch.

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It allows us to control what goes into our food and ensure it's nutritious.

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I love how flavorful everything is.

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How do you make healthy food taste so good?

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It's all about using the right seasonings and fresh ingredients.

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We love experimenting with different herbs and spices.

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You guys are like health gurus.

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I feel healthier just sitting at this table.

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Thank you for introducing us to this delicious and wholesome meal.

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Our pleasure.

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We believe that good food is not only about taste,

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but also about nourishing our bodies.

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Well, I hope you live to be 120,

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but I'm sure I won't be around to see it.

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Here's to good health and good friends.

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What do you think of the United States?

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So, what do you guys think of the United States so far?

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I love it here.

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The energy, the opportunities, it's all so exciting.

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I came to work in the fashion industry.

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And New York is the place to be for that.

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I agree.

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The vibrant atmosphere here is like no other.

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I'm visiting my sister, who's been living here for a few years now.

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It's great to catch up with her and explore the city.

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That's fantastic.

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I'm here to study at one of the universities.

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New York has such a rich cultural heritage.

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It's a great place to learn and grow.

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Absolutely.

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The diversity here is amazing.

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It's so different from Brazil,

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where everyone is so close-knit.

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But I appreciate the individuality and freedom in the US.

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In Japan, we value tradition and politeness.

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It's a bit of a culture shock to see how outgoing and direct people are here.

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But I find it refreshing in its own way.

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I see what you mean.

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In France, we have a similar appreciation for etiquette and refinement.

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I've been amazed by the can-do attitude here.

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People are so driven and motivated to pursue their dreams.

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I've noticed that too.

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It's motivating to see how people here are not afraid to take risks and challenge themselves.

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It's like a melting pot of cultures and ideas.

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That's what I love about the US.

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Exactly!

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It's a place where you can be whoever you want to be and pursue your passions without judgment.

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And the endless possibilities!

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It's exhilarating to think about all the opportunities that await in this diverse country.

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How much do you charge?

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Hi there, I'm Jake.

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Nice to meet you.

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Nice to meet you too, Jake.

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I'm Sarah.

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I've been looking for someone to mow my lawn every week.

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Do you think you could help with that?

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Of course I can take care of that for you.

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This is my lawn.

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How much do you charge for that?

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Based on what I see,

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I think I can do it for $20 per week.

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Does that work for you?

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Yeah, sure.

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That sounds reasonable.

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And I also have those plants that need attention.

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Would you be willing to trim them and water them as well?

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Sure, I can do that for an additional fee.

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How about $10 extra each time?

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Sounds perfect.

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So, we're looking at $30 in total each week?

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That works for me.

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When would you like me to start?

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How about this Saturday?

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We can discuss a schedule from there on.

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Sounds like a plan.

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Oh, one more thing.

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Do you bring your own equipment?

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Yeah, I'll bring everything I need.

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You just sit back and relax.

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Perfect.

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That's exactly what I need.

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Thank you so much.

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I'll see you on Saturday then, Sarah.

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Looking forward to it, Jake.

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Thanks for helping out.

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Big Sale Hey there, what's all this about?

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Why the Big Sale?

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Hi, we're raising money to support our local animal shelter.

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They need funds for supplies and medical treatments for the animals.

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That's wonderful!

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How much are you aiming to raise?

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We have a goal of $1,000.

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Every little bit helps.

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Count us in!

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So, what items do you have for sale today?

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We have a variety of goodies.

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We have brownies, cookies, cupcakes,

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and even some specialty cakes.

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Do you have any gluten-free options?

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Yes!

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We have gluten-free chocolate chip cookies and lemon bars available.

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We'll take a dozen of each, please.

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And how much are your cupcakes?

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Cupcakes are $2 each, or you can get a deal of $6 for $10.

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We'll take six cupcakes too, please.

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And what's the flavor of the specialty cakes?

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We have red velvet, carrot cake, and chocolate fudge cake.

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We'll take a slice of each of the specialty cakes as well.

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Gotta try them all.

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Your total comes to $48.

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Thank you so much for your support.

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It's our pleasure.

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We're happy to contribute to such a great cause.

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Plus, we get to indulge in some amazing sweets.

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Win-win all around!

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It's going to be a great addition.

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I'm not really feeling any of these options so far.

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Yeah, nothing really catches my eye.

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They all seem a bit ordinary.

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I agree.

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We want something that stands out in our new bathroom.

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Definitely.

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Let's keep looking.

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What do you say about this one?

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It looks too small for us.

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I want something spacious where I can really relax.

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I don't want to feel cramped in there.

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We need a good depth for soaking in comfortably.

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Agreed.

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Oh, look at that one with the whirlpool jets.

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That could be nice.

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I like the idea of jets for a good massage.

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But this one is too big.

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And is way too fancy for our taste.

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I guess you're right.

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Oh, wow.

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This one is beautiful.

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The design is unique.

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I love it.

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The shape, the color.

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It's exactly what we've been looking for.

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And it's the perfect size, too.

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Definitely.

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I can already picture ourselves relaxing in this after a long day

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It seems to tick all the boxes for us

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And the price is within our budget too I think we've found our bathtub

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You're right It's going to be a great addition to our home

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Let's not waste any more time Let's go and buy it Let's not make a fuss.

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Excuse me, I need to speak to the manager.

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My daughter bought a pair of jeans here yesterday and was overcharged.

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I can help you with that, ma'am.

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Let's not make a fuss.

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I don't care what you think.

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I want to speak to the manager.

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Well, I'm authorized by the manager to handle complaints.

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So, what seems to be the problem?

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Oh, that's nice.

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The manager probably authorized you to overcharge too, right?

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Just get me the manager.

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I'm sorry you feel that way,

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but I'm more than capable of assisting you.

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Just tell me the details and we can resolve it.

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I said I want the manager,

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not a cashier who can't even get the prices right.

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Fine.

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Have it your way.

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Let me get the manager for you.

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What seems to be the problem here?

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Finally, someone who knows how to run a store.

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Your cashier here overcharged my daughter for a pair of jeans she bought yesterday.

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I apologize for the inconvenience.

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Let me check the system and see what went wrong.

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I told her I could handle it,

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but she insisted on seeing you.

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It's okay.

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I appreciate your concern.

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Let me take care of this.

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Ma'am, I'll make sure to refund the difference right away.

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Thank you.

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It's about time someone around here knows how to treat customers.

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No problem at all.

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Customer satisfaction is our top priority.

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Thank you for bringing this to my attention.

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Deze spreekles op niveau B2 is gebaseerd op de video “English Conversation for Everyday Life”. Deze video bevat 319 zinnen en 2145 woorden om na te spreken. Het gesproken deel duurt 18:17. De spreker praat in een gelijkmatig tempo van ongeveer 117 woorden per minuut, prettig om te shadowen. 83% van de woorden hoort bij de 3.000 meest gebruikte Engelse woorden; de rest kun je beter vooraf bekijken.

Belangrijke woorden in deze video

De 15 moeilijkste woorden uit de video, met uitspraak en betekenis:

Woord	Uitspraak	Betekenis
cupcake zelfstandig naamwoord	/ˈkʌpkeɪk/	cupcake
specialty zelfstandig naamwoord	/ˈspɛʃ.əl.ti/	specialiteit, terrein
authorize werkwoord	/ˈɔθəɹaɪz/	machtigen
carefree bijvoeglijk naamwoord	/ˈkɛɚfɹi/	onbekommerd, onverschillig
cashier zelfstandig naamwoord	/kaˈʃɪə/	kassier
motivate werkwoord	/ˈmoʊ.tɪ.veɪt/	motiveren
gluten zelfstandig naamwoord	/ˈɡluːtən/	gluten
dilemma zelfstandig naamwoord	/daɪˈlɛmə/	dilemma
guru zelfstandig naamwoord	/ˈɡʊɹ(ˌ)u/	goeroe
vegetable zelfstandig naamwoord	/ˈvɛd͡ʒ.tə.bəl/	groente, gewas
lawn zelfstandig naamwoord	/lɔːn/	gazon, grasperk
cookie zelfstandig naamwoord	/ˈkʊki/	koekje
clue zelfstandig naamwoord	/kluː/	aanwijzing, spoor
admirable zelfstandig naamwoord	/ˈæd.məɹ.ə.bəl/	bewonderenswaardig
bathtub zelfstandig naamwoord	/ˈbæθtʌb/	badkuip, ligbad

Phrasal verbs die je zult horen

Woord	Betekenis
look forward to werkwoord	uitkijken naar, zich verheugen op
figure out werkwoord	uitvogelen, er achter komen
stand up werkwoord	opstaan
try out werkwoord	uitproberen

Zinnen om te herhalen

Korte, volledige zinnen uit de video die je in alledaagse gesprekken kunt gebruiken:

Do you value intelligence and ambition?
Do you feel comfortable in yourself?
Can you give me more clues?
Have you been talking about me all this time?
Do you guys cook everything at home then?

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 talking · I've been wanting · who's been living
Present perfect have/has + voltooid deelwoord — iets uit het verleden dat nu nog telt	Have you asked · I've been amazed · I've noticed
Lijdende vorm be + voltooid deelwoord — het gaat om wat er gebeurt, niet om wie het doet	is clouded · is served · I've been amazed
Betrekkelijke bijzinnen who / which + zin — extra informatie over een persoon of ding	someone who can · someone who knows

Uitspraak om op te letten

De spreker gebruikt 48 samentrekkingen en verkorte vormen, zoals I'm, can't, I've. Spreek ze kort uit, zoals je ze hoort.

De “th”-klanken: authorize /ˈɔθəɹaɪz/, bathtub /ˈbæθtʌb/, unhealthy /ʌnˈhɛl.θi/, mathematics /mæθ(.ə)ˈmæt.ɪks/
De klanken “sh” en “zh”: specialty /ˈspɛʃ.əl.ti/, cashier /kaˈʃɪə/, nourish /ˈnʌɹ.ɪʃ/, nutritious /nuːˈtɹɪʃəs/, spacious /ˈspeɪʃ.əs/
Lange woorden — let op de klemtoon: admirable /ˈæd.məɹ.ə.bəl/, individuality /ˌɪndɪvɪd͡ʒuˈælɪti/, inconvenience /ɪnkənˈvinjəns/, ingredient /ɪnˈɡɹiːdi.ənt/, appreciation /əˌpɹiː.ʃiˈeɪ.ʃən/

Klanken die Nederlandstaligen lastig vinden:

Stemhebbende eindmedeklinker — /b/, /d/, /g/, /z/, /v/ niet verscherpen: authorize /ˈɔθəɹaɪz/, jeans /d͡ʒiːnz/, pose /poʊz/, bathtub /ˈbæθtʌb/, indulge /ɪnˈdʌld͡ʒ/
/æ/ — opener dan de Nederlandse “e”: admirable /ˈæd.məɹ.ə.bəl/, bathtub /ˈbæθtʌb/, captivate /ˈkæptəˌveɪt/, individuality /ˌɪndɪvɪd͡ʒuˈælɪti/, backdrop /ˈbæk.dɹɑp/
/g/ — een harde plofklank, geen Nederlandse “g”: gluten /ˈɡluːtən/, guru /ˈɡʊɹ(ˌ)u/, outgoing /aʊtˈɡəʊɪŋ/, bingo /ˈbɪŋ.ɡoʊ/, ingredient /ɪnˈɡɹiːdi.ənt/

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 cupcake, specialty, authorize.

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.

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Belangrijke woorden in deze video

Phrasal verbs die je zult horen

Zinnen om te herhalen

Grammatica in deze video

Uitspraak om op te letten

Zo oefen je met deze video

Wat is de Shadowing-techniek?