Shadowing Practice: 50 Must-Know English Sentences for Everyday Conversations | Speak Fluently | English Podcast - Learn English Speaking with Video

Hey everyone and welcome back to English Unleashed, the podcast that helps you speak real, natural English in everyday situations.

In today's episode, we will teach you 50 practical advanced sentences you can use in situations

that don't always come up in textbooks.

And here's how it goes.

First, we will say each sentence out loud.

Then explain what it means and finally we will give you a real situation where it fits naturally.

Alright, grab your notebook or just listen closely because these phrases are perfect for sounding fluent,

polished and natural in English.

Ready?

Let's dive in.

Okay, we will start with texting and digital communication.

And here's the first one.

Just saw your message.

Sorry for the delay.

Just saw your message.

Sorry for the delay.

This means you're acknowledging that you didn't respond right away, but you're replying now.

You can use this when you're following up after being offline, distracted, or simply late in responding.

It keeps the tone casual and understanding.

Here comes the next one.

Mind if I voice note instead?

I'm in a rush.

Mind if I voice note instead?

I'm in a rush.

This means you're asking if it's okay to send a voice message instead of typing.

You can use this when you're multitasking, maybe driving, walking, or cooking, and want to respond quickly without texting.

Alright, here is another useful one.

Feel free to reply whenever, no pressure.

This means the person can take their time responding.

You can use this when you know someone is busy

or stressed and you want to let them know there is no urgency.

Okay, let's keep going.

I'll get back to you once I'm out of this meeting.

This means you can't reply right now, but will respond later.

You can use this when you're working or in a formal setting and want to stay polite while delaying your reply.

And here's the next one.

I read that completely wrong at first.

This means you misunderstood the message and are laughing about it.

You can use this when a message seemed confusing or funny because you misread it.

It helps keep the tone light and playful.

Next one.

Let's take this to email.

It's getting too long for chat.

This means the conversation is getting detailed and email would be more efficient.

You can use this when you're discussing work, logistics, or anything that requires structure,

especially when texting feels chaotic.

Here comes another one.

Sorry if that came across the wrong way.

Tone is tricky over text.

This means you're clarifying your tone so the other person doesn't misunderstand you.

You can use this when you want to avoid offense

or tension after sending a message that could be taken the wrong way.

Here's one you'll definitely need.

I think we're talking past each other.

Want to jump on a quick call?

This means you think there is miscommunication and want to clarify things directly.

You can use this when a text thread is getting messy or confusing and speaking would be quicker and clearer.

Here is the next one.

Can you send that again?

I think the attachment didn't come through.

This means the file or image they sent didn't appear on your end.

You can use this when you're waiting on something important, like a document or photo, and it didn't deliver properly.

And here is the last one in this section.

Hey, just checking in.

Any update on this?

This means you're following up on something without sounding pushy.

You can use this when you're waiting on a reply,

especially in work or collaborative settings and you want to gently remind someone.

All right.

In this part, we will teach you sentences about travel and airports.

And here's the first one.

Do I need to take my laptop out for this security check?

You can use this when you're at the security checkpoint and unsure about what items need to be taken out.

It helps you avoid delays or getting asked twice.

Here is the next one.

Is this the line for international departures?

This means you're checking if you're standing in the correct queue for flights leaving the country.

You can use this when you're navigating a busy airport

and want to make sure you're not wasting time in the wrong place.

Here comes another one.

Sorry, I think that might be my seat.

I think that might be my seat.

This means you believe the person is sitting where your ticket says you should sit.

You can use this when you're boarding a flight or train and someone is mistakenly in your seat.

This is a polite way to address it without confrontation.

Alright, let's keep going.

Do you happen to know if there is a water refill station nearby?

This means you're asking someone if there is a place where you can fill up your bottle.

You can use this when you're trying to stay hydrated and avoid buying plastic bottles,

often in modern airports or near gates.

Here is another one.

Could you help me lift this into the overhead bin?

This means you're asking for help putting your bag into the compartment above the seats.

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You can use this when you have a heavy carry-on and want to avoid injury or struggling in a tight space.

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This is usually asked of fellow passengers or crew.

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Next one, my flight's been delayed again.

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This means your flight is running late, possibly for the second or third time.

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You can use this when you're texting someone who's picking you up or just venting a little frustration.

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It's conversational and very common when traveling.

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Here is another one.

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Would it be possible to switch to a window seat?

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Would it be possible to switch to a window seat?

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This means you're asking politely if there is a chance to change your seat.

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You can use this when you're speaking to staff at the check-in counter

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or at the gate and prefer a different seat for comfort or views.

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Okay, let's go with this one.

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What's the baggage allowance for carry-ons on this airline?

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What's the baggage allowance for carry-ons on this airline?

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This means you're asking how much weight or size is allowed for hand luggage.

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You can use this when you're about to board or packing and want to make sure you won't be charged extra.

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Here's a good one.

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I've got a really tight connection.

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Is there any chance I could board first?

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This means you're explaining that your next flight leaves soon and you would like priority boarding.

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You can use this when you're at the gate and trying to make a fast transition between flights.

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Airline staff are often helpful if you ask nicely.

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And this is the final one for this part.

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Sorry, I didn't realize I was in the priority lane.

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Sorry, I didn't realize I was in the priority lane.

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This means you're apologizing for accidentally standing in a lane for premium or business passengers.

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You can use this when you've joined the wrong queue at check-in, security, or boarding and want to show you didn't mean to skip ahead.

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Okay, for part three, we will teach you sentences about interaction with children.

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Can you use your words instead of shouting, please?

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This means you're encouraging the child to express their feelings verbally, not by yelling.

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You can use this when a child is upset or frustrated and is raising their voice.

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It helps them shift from emotion to communication.

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Here comes another one.

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Let's try it again, but this time with our inside voices.

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This means you're asking the child to speak more quietly.

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You can use this when you're indoors or in a shared space like a classroom or library, and the child is being too loud.

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Next one.

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I love how you figured that out all by yourself.

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I love how you figured that out all by yourself.

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this means you're complementing their independence and problem solving you can use this

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when a child finishes a puzzle zips up their coat or solves a challenge without needing help let's go with this

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it's okay to feel frustrated but we don't hit it's okay to feel frustrated but we don't hit

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This means you're validating their emotion while setting a boundary for behavior.

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You can use this when a child acts out physically during an emotional moment.

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It teaches emotional regulation without shaming.

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Here is another one.

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Let's take a break and come back when you're ready.

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This means you're giving a child space to calm down.

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You can use this when a child is overwhelmed or refusing to cooperate.

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It's a respectful way to pause conflict without punishment.

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Next up, would you like help or do you want to try on your own first?

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Would you like help or do you want to try on your own first?

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This means you're offering support while encouraging autonomy.

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You can use this when a child is attempting something challenging like tying their shoes or opening a snack.

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Here is another one.

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I need you to listen with your whole body, not just your ears.

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This means listening means being still, making eye contact and paying attention, not just hearing.

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You can use this when a child is easily distracted or not following instructions.

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It's often used by teachers.

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Okay, let's try this one.

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That was a really kind thing to do.

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That was a really kind thing to do.

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I'm proud of you.

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This means you're praising their good behavior and reinforcing values.

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You can use this when a child shares, helps someone, or shows empathy.

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It builds self-esteem and moral awareness.

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Here is another one.

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Let's turn that into a learning moment, shall we?

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Let's turn that into a learning moment, shall we?

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This means you're about to discuss what went wrong and how to do better next time.

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You can use this when a child has made a mistake

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or misbehaved and you want to correct it with kindness and insight.

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And the last one in this section, how do you think we can solve this together?

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How do you think we can solve this together?

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This means you're inviting the child to collaborate on fixing a problem.

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You can use this when there is a conflict, mess or difficult situation, and you want to empower the child to be part of the solution.

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In this part, we will teach you sentences related to working remotely and online collaboration.

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And here is the first one.

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Let me know once you've had a chance to look it over.

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Let me know once you've had a chance to look it over.

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This means you're asking someone to review something and get back to you when they're ready.

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You can use this when you've sent a document, report, or draft to a colleague and want to be respectful of their schedule.

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Here's the next one.

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Would you mind if I shared my screen for a moment?

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Would you mind if I shared my screen for a moment?

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This means you're politely asking permission to present something during a video call.

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You can use this when you're on Zoom, Teams, or Google Meet and want to walk others through a file or task.

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Let's go with this one.

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I'll drop the link in the chat.

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I'll drop the link in the chat.

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This means you're about to share a URL or document through the meeting or messaging platform.

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You can use this when you're referring to something, a folder or an article, and you want to make it accessible quickly.

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Here's another one.

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Just circling back on this, any updates?

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Just circling back on this, any updates?

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This means you're politely reminding someone about a task or message without sounding pushy.

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You can use this when you're waiting on a reply or action item and want to follow up professionally.

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Here is a helpful one.

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Sorry, you were on mute.

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Could you repeat that?

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Sorry, you were on mute.

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Could you repeat that?

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This means the person was speaking, but their microphone was off.

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You can use this when someone starts talking on a call, but no one can hear them.

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It's common and usually lighthearted.

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Let's try this one.

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Can we move this conversation to email?

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Can we move this conversation to email?

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This means you want to continue the discussion more privately or in a better format.

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You can use this when a topic in a group chat or call is getting too complex, sensitive, or long for real time chat.

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Next one.

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I've updated the document with all the latest changes.

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I've updated the document with all the latest changes.

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This means you've revised a shared file and want others to know it's current.

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You can use this when you're collaborating on something live, like a Google Doc, spreadsheet,

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or team planner, and want to keep everything aligned.

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Here is another common one.

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Can we quickly sync up after this?

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Can we quickly sync up after this?

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This means you're suggesting a short follow-up discussion after the current meeting.

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You can use this when you want to clarify something with a colleague without dragging out the team meeting.

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Okay, and that's a wrap for today's episode.

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about 50 powerful sentences you can actually use in real life not just in a classroom

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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.

Shadowing Practice: 50 Must-Know English Sentences for Everyday Conversations | Speak Fluently | English Podcast - Learn English Speaking with Video

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