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Proactive English Practice.
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Good morning! Where to?
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Airport please.
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Terminal 2.
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No problem.
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Any luggage?
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Yes, one suitcase.
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I'll put it in the trunk.
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Thanks.
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How long? About 30 minutes.
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Perfect.
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I have time.
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What time is your flight?
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2 :30 p .m.
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You'll make it!
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Great!
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How much?
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Around...
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$45.
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Credit cards okay?
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Yes, we take cards.
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Good.
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Can you take the highway? Of course!
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It's fastest.
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Thanks.
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Nice air conditioning.
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Very hot today.
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Yes, tough weather.
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Business trip?
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No, Vacation, Visiting Family.
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That's nice.
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Haven't seen them in two years.
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Here we are!
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Terminal 2.
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Thank you so much. Have a safe flight!
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Good morning.
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May I see your passport?
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Good morning.
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Yes, here it is.
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Thank you!
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Where are you flying today?
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I'm flying to New York.
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Is it a business trip or vacation?
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Vacation.
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I'm visiting my family.
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Thank you.
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That sounds nice.
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How many bags are you checking in?
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Just one suitcase.
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Please put it on the scale.
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Sure, here you go.
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Okay, your bag is fine.
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Not overweight.
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Good to hear.
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Do you also have carry -on luggage?
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Yes, this small backpack.
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Perfect!
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Here's your boarding pass.
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Thank you!
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What is my gate number?
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Your gate is B12.
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And when does boarding start?
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Boarding starts at 10 :30 a .m.
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What time is departure?
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The flight leaves at 11 :15 a .m.
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Great.
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I still have time.
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Yes, you do.
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Security is straight ahead.
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Thank you very much for your help.
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You're welcome.
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Have a safe trip.
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Good afternoon.
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I have a reservation.
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Welcome!
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What name is the reservation under?
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Thompson.
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Jane Thompson.
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Let me look that up.
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Yes, here it is. Is my room ready?
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Yes, room 812 is all set.
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What floor is that on?
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Eighth floor with a city view.
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Wonderful!
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What time is checkout?
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Checkout is at 11 a .m.
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Do you have a fitness center?
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Yes, on the second floor.
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What are the hours?
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6am to 10pm.
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Great!
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Is there a restaurant?
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Yes, on the ground floor.
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What time do they serve breakfast?
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from 6 :30 to 10 :30 a .m.
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Perfect.
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Do you have Wi -Fi?
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Yes, complimentary throughout the hotel.
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What's the network name?
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Hotel Guest.
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No password needed.
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Excellent!
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Where are the elevators?
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right behind you to your left.
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Thank you for all the information.
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You're welcome.
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Enjoy your stay.
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I'm sure I will.
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Excuse me.
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"Do you know how much the fair is?" $3.
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You need exact change.
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Oh, I only have a $5 bill.
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The driver doesn't give change.
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Is there another way to pay?
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Yes, you can use the app on your phone.
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How do I do that?
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Thank you.
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I can help you download it.
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That's very kind of you.
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Here, scan this QR code.
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Thank you.
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How long does it take to get downtown?
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About 25 minutes How many stops are there?
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12 stops in total.
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Which stop is closest to the shopping center?
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The Fifth Avenue Stop I'll get off there then.
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I'll let you know when we're close.
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You're so helpful!
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No problem, I take this bus every day.
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Do the buses run late at night?
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until midnight on weekdays.
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Good to know.
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Thank you again.
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You're welcome.
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Hi, Carlos.
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Sorry I'm late.
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No worries.
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I just got here too.
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This café looks busy today.
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"Yes, but I found us a nice table." Perfect!
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What are you drinking?
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I ordered a cappuccino. That sounds good.
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I'll get the same.
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The barista is right over there.
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Thanks!
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I'll be right back.
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What can I get you?
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One cappuccino, please.
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Would you like any pastries? Do you have muffins?
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Yes, blueberry and chocolate chip.
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I'll take a blueberry muffin.
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That'll be $6 .50.
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Here you go!
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How was your weekend?
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Great!
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I went hiking! Where did you go?
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The mountain trail near the lake. That sounds beautiful.
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It was.
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The weather was perfect.
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I should try hiking sometime.
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You should.
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I can show you some trails. That would be wonderful!
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Let's plan a trip soon.
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I'd love that!
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Sarah, what time do you wake up?
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6 a .m every day. So early!
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Why?
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I exercise before work.
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What exercise?
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I run in the park.
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How long? About 30 minutes.
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Impressive!
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Then what?
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Come home and shower.
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What's for breakfast?
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Usually oatmeal with fruit.
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Healthy?
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What time do you leave?
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Around 7 :45 a .m.
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How do you get to work?
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I drive takes 20 minutes.
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What time do you finish?
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5 :30 PM.
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Evening plans?
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Cook dinner and read. Do you watch TV?
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Sometimes, but I prefer books.
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Bedtime?
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usually by 10 p .m.
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No wonder you wake early.
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Yes, I need eight hours.
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Very healthy routine.
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It works for me.
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What should we cook for dinner tonight?
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How about pasta?
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The kids love it!
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Good idea!
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Do we have all the ingredients?
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Let me check.
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We have pasta and tomatoes.
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What about cheese?
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Yes.
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We have Parmesan cheese.
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Perfect!
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Do you want to help me cook? Of course!
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What should I do?
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Can you boil the water for pasta?
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Sure.
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How much water?
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Fill the big pot about halfway. Should I add salt?
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Yes, a tablespoon of salt.
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Got it!
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What are you doing?
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I'm making the sauce.
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It smells delicious already.
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Thank you.
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Can you check the pasta?
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It looks ready!
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Perfect timing.
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The sauce is done too.
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Should I drain the pasta?
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Yes, but save a little pasta water.
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Why do we need that?
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It makes the sauce creamier.
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I learn something new every day.
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Cooking together is fun.
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and the kids will be so happy.
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Family dinner is the best part of the day.
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Sarah, are you doing laundry today?
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Yes, I'm about to start a load.
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Can I add some of my clothes?
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Sure.
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What do you have?
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Just some t -shirts and jeans.
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Perfect.
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I'm doing colors today.
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Do you separate lights and darks?
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Always.
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It keeps colors from bleeding.
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Good point.
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What detergent do you use?
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The one in the blue bottle.
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How much do you put in? About half a cup.
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Do you use fabric softener?
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Yes, it makes clothes smell nice.
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What temperature water?
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Cold water for colors.
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How long does the cycle take? About 40 minutes.
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Then we put them in the dryer, Yes, but check the labels first.
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Why?
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Some clothes need to air dry.
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I never knew that.
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It prevents shrinking.
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Thanks for teaching me.
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No problem!
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Laundry can be tricky.
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I appreciate your help.
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Hello, is this the dentist's office?
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Yes, this is Bright Smile Dental.
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Hi, I'd like to schedule an appointment. Of course.
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What's your name?
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Sarah Thompson.
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Are you a new patient?
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Yes, this is my first visit.
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What type of appointment do you need?
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Just a regular cleaning.
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Let me check our schedule.
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When do you have availability?
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How about next Tuesday at 2pm? That works perfectly.
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Great!
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Can I get your phone number?
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It's 555 -0198. And your email address?
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sarahthompson @email .com.
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Do you have dental insurance?
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Yes, I have Blue Cross.
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Perfect!
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Please bring your insurance card.
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What else should I bring?
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Just a photo ID. Should I arrive early?
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Yes, about 15 minutes early for paperwork.
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Thank you so much.
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We'll see you Tuesday at 2pm.
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Looking forward to it.
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Goodbye.
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Goodbye.
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Thank you.
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Hello Sarah!
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How are you today?
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A little nervous, doctor.
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Don't worry, I'll be gentle.
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Thank you, that helps.
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Do you have any pain in your teeth?
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No pain, just some sensitivity.
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I see.
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How often do you brush?
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twice a day, morning and night.
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Good.
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Do you floss regularly?
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Honestly, not every day.
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That's okay, but try to floss daily.
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I'll do my best.
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Great!
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Now open your mouth please.
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ah Your gums look a little red. Is that bad?
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Not too bad, but you should floss more.
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Okay, I understand.
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I'll start the cleaning now. Will it hurt?
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Maybe a little, but it will be quick.
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Alright, I'm ready.
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All done.
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Your teeth are clean.
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That was faster than I thought.
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See, nothing to worry about.
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Hello, I'm looking for a winter coat.
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Great!
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What style are you interested in?
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Something warm, but not too heavy.
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What size do you wear?
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medium, usually.
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Let me show you some options.
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This blue one looks nice.
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That's one of our most popular styles.
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What material is it made of?
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It's a wool blend with synthetic insulation. Is it waterproof?
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Water resistant, not completely waterproof.
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Can I try it on? Of course!
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The fitting room is right there.
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How does it look?
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It fits you perfectly.
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I like it.
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How much is it?
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It's $189.
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Do you have any sales going on?
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Actually, winter coats are 20 % off this week.
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That's great!
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What would that be?
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$151 .20 with the discount.
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Perfect!
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I'll take it!
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Excellent choice, cash or card?
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Credit card, please.
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Here's your receipt.
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Stay warm.
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David, the kitchen sink is leaking.
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Oh no! Where exactly?
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Under the sink, there's water everywhere.
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Let me take a look.
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Be careful, it's pretty wet.
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I can see the problem.
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What is it?
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The pipe connection is loose.
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Can we fix it ourselves?
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I think so.
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Do we have any tools?
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Yes, in the garage.
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Can you get the wrench?
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Which size do you need?
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The medium one should work.
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Here you go!
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Perfect.
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Can you turn off the water?
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Where's the shutoff valve?
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Under the sink on the left.
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Found it.
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Water is off now.
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Great, now I can tighten this. Is it working?
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Let me try.
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Turn the water back on.
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Okay, it's on now!
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Perfect.
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No more leak.
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You're amazing!
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How did you know?
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My dad taught me basic plumbing.
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I should learn these things too.
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I can teach you next time. That would be great!
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Teamwork makes everything easier.
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So your trip is coming soon.
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Yes, I leave next Monday.
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I can't believe it's so close.
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"I know, time went fast.
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How long will you stay there? about six months.
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That's a long time.
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Yes, but it's a good job.
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Of course, I'm proud of you.
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Thank you.
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I'll miss home, though. And I'll miss you!
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We can talk every day. On the phone?
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Yes, and video calls too.
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That makes me feel better.
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Don't worry.
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I'll be back soon.
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I'll take care of the house.
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And don't forget the plants.
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I won't.
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I'll write you messages every night.
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That's sweet.
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Promise you won't be sad.
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I'll try, but it's hard.
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It will be okay.
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We're strong.
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Yes, we are a team.
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Always.
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Woordenschat en spreektips bij deze les
Deze spreekles op niveau A2 is gebaseerd op de video “Simple English Conversations”. Deze video bevat 402 zinnen en 1734 woorden om na te spreken. Het gesproken deel duurt 24:12. De spreker praat langzaam, ongeveer 72 woorden per minuut, zodat je tijd hebt om elke klank na te doen. 83% van de woorden hoort bij de 3.000 meest gebruikte Engelse woorden; de rest kun je beter vooraf bekijken. 114 van de 402 zinnen zijn vragen, dus het is goede oefening voor vraagintonatie en korte antwoorden.
Belangrijke woorden in deze video
15 woorden uit de video die het leren waard zijn, met uitspraak en betekenis:
| Woord | Uitspraak | Betekenis |
|---|---|---|
| pasta zelfstandig naamwoord | /ˈpɑ.stə/ | deegwaren, pasta |
| vacation zelfstandig naamwoord | /veɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/ | vakantie |
| sink werkwoord | /ˈsɪŋk/ | zinken, onderdompelen |
| cloth zelfstandig naamwoord | /klɒθ/ | doek, kleed |
| gate zelfstandig naamwoord | /ˈɡeɪ̯t/ | poort |
| trail zelfstandig naamwoord | /tɹeɪl/ | spoor |
| coat zelfstandig naamwoord | /ˈkoʊ̯t/ | mantel, jas |
| goodbye | /ɡʊdˈbaɪ/ | tot ziens, tot weerziens |
| leak zelfstandig naamwoord | /liːk/ | lek |
| laundry zelfstandig naamwoord | /ˈlɔːn.dɹi/ | was |
| hike zelfstandig naamwoord | /haɪk/ | wandeling |
| luggage zelfstandig naamwoord | /ˈlʌɡ.ɪdʒ/ | bagage |
| checkout zelfstandig naamwoord | /ˈt͡ʃɛkˌaʊt/ | kassa |
| suitcase zelfstandig naamwoord | /ˈsutkeɪs/ | valies, koffer |
| impressive bijvoeglijk naamwoord | /ɪmˈpɹɛsɪv/ | indrukwekkend, imposant |
Phrasal verbs die je zult horen
| Woord | Uitspraak | Betekenis |
|---|---|---|
| get off werkwoord | van ... afgaan | |
| look forward to werkwoord | uitkijken naar, zich verheugen op | |
| turn off werkwoord | uitzetten, uitschakelen | |
| wake up werkwoord | /ˌweɪk ˈʌp/ | wakker worden, ontwaken |
Zinnen om te herhalen
Korte, volledige zinnen uit de video die je in alledaagse gesprekken kunt gebruiken:
- What time is your flight?
- Can you take the highway?
- May I see your passport?
- Where are you flying today?
- How many bags are you checking in?
Grammatica in deze video
De structuren die de spreker het meest gebruikt, met de exacte woorden uit de video:
| Structuur | In de video |
|---|---|
| Advies met “should” should + werkwoord — zeggen wat een goed idee is | should try · should we cook · should I do |
| Overtreffende trap the -est / the most … — het hoogste of laagste van een groep | the best · my best · our most popular |
| Present continuous am/is/are + -ing — iets dat nu of in deze periode gebeurt | are you flying · I'm flying · I'm visiting |
| Toekomst met “will” will + werkwoord — een besluit, belofte of voorspelling | I'll put · You'll make · I'll get |
Uitspraak om op te letten
De spreker gebruikt 46 samentrekkingen en verkorte vormen, zoals I'll, I'm, you're. Spreek ze kort uit, zoals je ze hoort.
- De “th”-klanken: cloth /klɒθ/, eighth /eɪtθ/, synthetic /sɪnˈθɛtɪk/, thud /ˈθʌd/
- De klanken “sh” en “zh”: vacation /veɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/, reservation /ˌɹɛz.ɚˈveɪ.ʃən/, delicious /dɪˈlɪ.ʃəs/, garage /ɡəˈɹɑʒ/, brush /bɹʌʃ/
- Lange woorden — let op de klemtoon: reservation /ˌɹɛz.ɚˈveɪ.ʃən/, availability /əˌveɪ.ləˈbɪl.ɪ.ti/, elevator /ˈɛləˌveɪtɚ/, sensitivity /ˌsɛn.səˈtɪv.ə.ti/, ingredient /ɪnˈɡɹiːdi.ənt/
Klanken die Nederlandstaligen lastig vinden:
- Stemhebbende eindmedeklinker — /b/, /d/, /g/, /z/, /v/ niet verscherpen: luggage /ˈlʌɡ.ɪdʒ/, impressive /ɪmˈpɹɛsɪv/, arrive /əˈɹaɪv/, garage /ɡəˈɹɑʒ/, valve /ˈvælv/
- /æ/ — opener dan de Nederlandse “e”: valve /ˈvælv/, fabric /ˈfæb.ɹɪk/, scan /skæn/, halfway /ˌhæfˈweɪ/, password /ˈpæs.wɜɹd/
- /g/ — een harde plofklank, geen Nederlandse “g”: gate /ˈɡeɪ̯t/, goodbye /ɡʊdˈbaɪ/, luggage /ˈlʌɡ.ɪdʒ/, garage /ɡəˈɹɑʒ/, gum /ɡʌm/
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 pasta, vacation, sink.
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.