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Hi everyone!
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Welcome back to Learn English Today.
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In this lesson, we are going to learn useful intermediate English sentences that you can use in real life,
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at work, at school, and in daily conversations.
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These sentences will help you sound more natural,
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more confident, and more fluent in English.
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So listen carefully, repeat after me,
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and let's start improving your English together.
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Sentence 1 I haven't decided yet.
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Use this when you are thinking about something but haven't made a final choice.
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It's common in daily life when planning,
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choosing, or responding to suggestions.
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What do you want for dinner?
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I haven't decided yet.
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Now repeat after me.
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What do you want for dinner?
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Hmm, I haven't decided yet.
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Excellent.
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Let's go to the next sentence.
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Sentence 2.
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It doesn't make sense.
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Use this when something is confusing, illogical, or unclear.
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Not rude.
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It simply expresses confusion.
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The answer is 5 because 2 plus 2 equals 5.
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What?
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That doesn't make sense.
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Repeat after me.
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The answer is 5 because 2 plus 2 equals 5.
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What?
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That doesn't make sense.
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Great job!
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Next one.
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Sentence 3.
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I'm trying to improve.
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A powerful sentence that shows effort and growth.
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Great for language learning, sports or personal goals.
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Example.
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Your English is getting better.
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Thank you.
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I'm trying to improve.
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Say it again.
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Your English is getting better.
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Thank you.
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I'm trying to improve.
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Well done.
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Let's move on.
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Sentence 4.
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I'm not comfortable with that.
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A polite way to refuse or express hesitation.
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Useful for setting boundaries politely.
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Example.
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Can I borrow your phone?
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Sorry, I'm not comfortable with that.
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Repeat after me.
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Can I borrow your phone?
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Sorry, I'm not comfortable with that.
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Awesome!
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Here's the next sentence.
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Sentence 5 It's not what I expected.
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A polite way to express disappointment or surprise when something is different from your expectations.
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Useful for reviews, feedback, or daily life.
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Example How was the restaurant?
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Honestly, it's not what I expected.
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Your turn.
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How was the restaurant?
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Honestly, it's not what I expected.
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Fantastic.
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Let's continue.
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Sentence 6.
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I'll think about it.
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Say this when you need more time before giving a final answer.
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It sounds polite and noncommittal.
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Example.
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Do you want to join us this weekend?
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I'll think about it.
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Say it with me.
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Do you want to join us this weekend?
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I'll think about it.
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Superb!
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Next example.
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Sentence 7 I'm still learning.
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Use this when you are improving a skill.
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English, cooking, driving.
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It shows humility and effort.
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Example.
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Your English is good.
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Thank you.
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I'm still learning.
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Your turn.
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Your English is good.
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Thank you.
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I'm still learning.
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Brilliant!
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Let's try another one.
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Sentence 8.
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I'm not sure, but I can try.
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A polite, humble way to say you're uncertain,
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but willing to help or attempt something.
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Example.
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Can you fix this computer?
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Repeat after me.
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Can you fix this computer?
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Wonderful.
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Let's keep going.
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Sentence 9.
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Let me check and get back to you.
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Use this in work, school,
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or formal conversations when you need time to confirm something.
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It sounds professional and respectful.
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Example Is the report ready?
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Let me check and get back to you.
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Your turn.
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Is the report ready?
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Let me check and get back to you.
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Amazing.
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Here comes the next one.
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Sentence 10.
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I appreciate your help.
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A polite and mature way to thank someone.
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Saying appreciate sounds more formal than thank you.
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Example Here, I'll help you with this.
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Thank you.
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I appreciate your help.
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Say it clearly.
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Here, I'll help you with this.
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Thank you.
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I appreciate your help.
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Perfect.
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Ready for the next sentence?
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Sentence 11.
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That works for me.
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Use this to say that something is OK,
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acceptable or convenient for you.
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Very common in scheduling and planning.
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Example Let's meet at 5 p.m.
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Sure, that works for me.
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Now repeat.
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Let's meet at 5 p.m.
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Sure, that works for me.
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Outstanding!
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Let's see the next example.
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Sentence 12.
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I'm looking forward to it.
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Say this when you are excited or happy about a future event.
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Shows positivity and good manners.
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example see you at the party tomorrow yes I'm looking forward to it say it with me
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see you at the party tomorrow yes I'm looking forward to it impressive
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moving to the next one I didn't expect that.
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Say this when something surprises you, good or bad.
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It shows natural reaction and conversation.
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Example You won first prize.
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Wow, I didn't expect that.
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Say it with me.
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You won first prize.
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Wow, I didn't expect that.
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Terrific.
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Let's learn the next line.
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Sentence 14.
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Let's take a break.
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Say this when you want to rest during work, study or conversations.
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It's natural and friendly.
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Example We've been working for hours.
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Yes, let's take a break.
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Say it again.
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We've been working for hours.
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Yes, let's take a break.
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Here's another useful sentence.
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Sentence 15.
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I completely agree with you.
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A strong, polite way to show full agreement,
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better than simply saying, yes.
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Example.
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We need to finish this today.
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I completely agree with you.
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Repeat.
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We need to finish this today.
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I completely agree with you.
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Marvelous.
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Okay, next sentence.
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Sentence 16.
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That's a good question.
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Use this when the question is interesting or difficult,
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common in classrooms and meetings.
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Example.
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Why did they change the rules?
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That's a good question.
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Say it with me.
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Why did they change the rules?
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That's a good question.
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Incredible!
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Let's practice the next one.
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Sentence 17.
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I'll handle it.
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Means you will take care of something.
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Shows confidence and responsibility.
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Who will talk to the manager?
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Don't worry, I'll handle it.
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Your turn.
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Who will talk to the manager?
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Don't worry, I'll handle it.
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Lovely.
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Next phrase coming up.
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Sentence 18.
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That sounds interesting.
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Use this when you like someone's idea or want to hear more.
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It's polite and positive.
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Example.
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I'm learning photography.
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Oh, that sounds interesting.
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repeat after me I'm learning photography oh that sounds interesting cool
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let's go forward
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sentence 19 I'm not available at the moment a polite way to say you're busy
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or can't do something right now useful in phone calls and messages example can we talk now
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sorry I'm not available at the moment say it clearly can we talk now Sorry,
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I'm not available at the moment.
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Beautiful work.
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On to the next.
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Sentence 20.
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I'll let you know.
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Use this when you will share information later.
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It's polite and commonly used in work, school, and daily life.
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Are you coming tomorrow?
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I'm not sure.
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I'll let you know.
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Now you repeat after me.
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Are you coming tomorrow?
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I'm not sure.
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I'll let you know.
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You did it!
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Great job today!
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You learned some powerful intermediate English sentences that real people use in daily life.
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If this lesson helped you,
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don't forget to like, subscribe and share it with your friends who are also learning English.
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See you in the next video and keep speaking English with confidence!
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Context & Background
In today's fast-paced world, effective communication is essential for success in both personal and professional settings. The video titled "20 Intermediate English Sentences You MUST Know" is designed to help English learners improve their speaking skills through practical examples. By focusing on intermediate-level sentences, the speaker encourages viewers to incorporate these phrases into daily conversations, making their speech more natural and fluent. Aiming to boost confidence and pronunciation, the speaker guides learners through various contexts where these sentences can be used, encouraging active participation through repetition.
Top 5 Phrases for Daily Communication
- I haven't decided yet. - Use this phrase when you are still contemplating a decision, such as dinner plans or weekend activities.
- It doesn't make sense. - This sentence is perfect for expressing confusion or disbelief in a situation or explanation that is unclear.
- I'm trying to improve. - A great way to communicate your commitment to personal growth, whether in language learning, sports, or hobbies.
- I'm not comfortable with that. - This polite expression conveys hesitation or refusal without sounding rude, ideal for various social situations.
- Could you clarify that? - A useful request for clarification when something is not clear, reinforcing your desire to understand fully.
Step-by-step Shadowing Guide
To effectively utilize the content from this video and enhance your speaking skills, follow this shadowing technique to improve your English pronunciation:
- Watch and Listen: Begin by watching the video without any distractions. Focus on the speaker's intonation and rhythm.
- Repeat After Me: After hearing each sentence, pause the video and repeat it aloud. This process, known as shadowspeak, helps reinforce correct pronunciation and cadence.
- Practice in Context: Create scenarios where you can use the learned sentences. For example, pretend you’re at a restaurant using "I haven't decided yet" or at work when you say, "It doesn’t make sense."
- Record Yourself: Use your phone or computer to record your practice. Listening back will help you identify areas for improvement.
- Engage with peers: If possible, practice speaking these sentences with friends or fellow learners. This social interaction will enhance your confidence and fluency.
By regularly incorporating these practices into your study routine, you can greatly improve your English pronunciation and communicate more effectively. Embrace the shadow speech method to create a more immersive learning experience, and soon you'll find yourself sounding more fluent and assured in your English conversations.
What is the Shadowing Technique?
Shadowing is a science-backed language learning technique originally developed for professional interpreter training and popularized by polyglot Dr. Alexander Arguelles. The method is simple but powerful: you listen to native English audio and immediately repeat it out loud — like a shadow following the speaker with just a 1–2 second delay. Unlike passive listening or grammar drills, shadowing forces your brain and mouth muscles to simultaneously process and reproduce real speech patterns. Research shows it significantly improves pronunciation accuracy, intonation, rhythm, connected speech, listening comprehension, and speaking fluency — making it one of the most effective methods for IELTS Speaking preparation and real-world English communication.
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