Shadowing Practice: "A Visit to the Doctor – Easy English Conversation for Beginners | Learn Medical Vocabulary Fast! - Learn English Speaking with YouTube
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Hello everyone!
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Welcome back to Easy English Learning.
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I'm Mark.
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And I'm Anna.
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Hello everyone!
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How are you today, Anna?
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I'm feeling good today, thank you.
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And you, Mark?
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I'm great!
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I'm excited about today's lesson.
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Me too!
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What will we learn today?
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Today we will learn how to talk at the doctor's office.
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Oh, that's very important.
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Sometimes we get sick and need to see a doctor.
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Exactly.
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Everyone needs to visit a doctor sometimes,
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so we need to know the right words.
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Yes.
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What if I have a headache or a cold?
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Then you go to the doctor and explain your problem.
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We will learn how to do that today.
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Perfect.
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So, what will we do first?
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First, we will listen to a conversation.
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You will go to the doctor in our story today.
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Me?
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I'm going to the doctor?
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Yes, in our story, you're not feeling well.
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You go to see Dr. Smith.
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Dr. Smith.
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Okay, I'm excited to hear this conversation.
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After we listen, we will talk about it.
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We will explain all the important words and phrases.
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That's great!
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Our listeners will understand everything!
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Yes, we will make it very easy.
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But before we start, please help us.
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Yes!
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Please subscribe to our channel if you haven't already.
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And click the like button.
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It really helps us a lot.
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Share this podcast with your friends who are learning English too.
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Thank you so much.
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Now, are you ready to visit the doctor, Anna?
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I'm ready!
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Let's listen.
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Hello.
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I have an appointment at 2 p.m.
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My name is Anna Brown.
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Hello, Anna.
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Nice to meet you.
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I'm Dr. Smith.
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Please sit down.
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Thank you, doctor.
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So, Anna, what's the problem today?
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How can I help you?
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I don't feel well.
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I'm sick.
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I see.
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Can you tell me your symptoms?
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What do you feel?
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I have a headache.
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My head hurts a lot.
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A headache.
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Okay.
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Do you have any other symptoms?
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Yes.
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I have a sore throat.
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It hurts when I swallow.
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A sore throat, too.
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And do you have a fever?
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I think so.
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I feel very hot.
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And I'm very tired.
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When did you start feeling sick three days ago on Monday morning three days ago
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and is it getting worse yes it is yesterday was very bad today is a little better
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but I still feel sick I understand let me check your
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temperature please open your mouth okay hmm yes you have a fever your temperature is 38.5 degrees that's high is
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that bad it's not too serious
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but you need to rest let me look at your throat
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now open wide please yes your throat is very red you
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have an infection an infection what should I do don't worry It's not serious.
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I think you have the flu.
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The flu?
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What's that?
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The flu is a common illness.
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Many people get it.
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You feel tired, you have a fever,
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a headache, and a sore throat.
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Oh, I see.
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How long will I be sick?
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Usually five to seven days.
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But you will feel better soon.
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That's good.
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Do I need medicine?
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Yes.
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I will give you a prescription.
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You need to take medicine three times a day.
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Three times a day?
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After meals?
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Yes, exactly.
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Take one pill after breakfast,
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one after lunch, and one after dinner.
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Okay, I understand.
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For how many days?
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For five days.
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Take the medicine for five days.
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Five days.
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Got it.
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What else should I do?
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You need to rest.
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Stay in bed and sleep a lot.
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Stay in bed.
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Okay.
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And drink a lot of water hot tea is good too
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it helps your throat hot tea I like tea should I
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eat anything special eat light food soup is very good chicken
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soup is the best chicken soup my mother makes good chicken soup perfect
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and one more thing don't go to work
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or school stay home really I should stay home yes you need to rest
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and the flu is contagious
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that means other people can get sick from you oh no No. I don't want my friends to get sick.
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That's why you should stay home.
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Rest for three or four days.
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Okay, doctor.
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I will stay home.
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I will rest.
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Good.
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And if you don't feel better in five days,
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come back to see me.
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Come back in five days if I'm still sick.
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I understand.
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Here is your prescription.
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Take it to the pharmacy.
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They will give you the medicine.
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Thank you, Dr. Smith.
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Where is the pharmacy?
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It's downstairs on the first floor.
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Turn left when you exit this room.
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Downstairs, first floor, turn left.
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Thank you.
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You're welcome, Anna.
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Take care of yourself.
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Drink water, rest, and take your medicine.
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I will.
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Thank you very much, doctor.
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Feel better soon.
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Goodbye, Anna.
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Goodbye.
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Bye.
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And that was the conversation.
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How do you feel now, Anna?
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I feel fine, Mark.
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It was just a story.
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But it was a very helpful conversation.
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Yes.
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Let's talk about it.
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There are many important words and phrases.
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Yes.
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Let's start from the beginning.
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I said, I have an appointment at 2 p.m.
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Right.
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An appointment is when you plan to meet someone at a specific time.
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Like a meeting with the doctor.
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Exactly.
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You always need an appointment to see a doctor.
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You can't just walk in.
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And I said my name.
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My name is Anna Brown.
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Very important.
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Always tell them your name.
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Then the doctor said, what's the problem today?
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Yes, this is a common question.
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The doctor wants to know why I'm there.
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Right.
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And you said, I don't feel well.
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I'm sick.
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I don't feel well means I feel bad.
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Something is wrong with my body.
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Perfect.
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Then the doctor asked about symptoms.
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Symptoms are the things you feel when you're sick.
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Like a headache, a fever, or a sore throat.
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Exactly.
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Let's talk about these symptoms.
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First, a headache.
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What's that?
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A headache is when your head hurts.
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It's pain in your head.
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Yes.
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And you said, my head hurts a lot.
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This shows it's a strong pain.
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Then I said I have a sore throat.
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A sore throat is when your throat hurts.
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It's painful when you swallow.
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Swallow means when food or water goes down your throat.
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Correct.
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And then the doctor asked about a fever.
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A fever is when your body temperature is too high.
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You feel very hot.
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Yes.
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Normal temperature is about 37 degrees.
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You had 38.5 degrees.
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That's high.
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The doctor also asked, when did you start feeling sick?
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This is a very important question.
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It tells the doctor how long you've been sick.
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I said three days ago, on Monday.
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Right.
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And the doctor asked if it's getting worse.
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That means, is it becoming worse or better?
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I said it's getting worse.
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Yesterday was very bad.
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Then, the doctor examined you.
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He checked your temperature and looked at your throat.
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He said I have an infection.
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My throat was very red.
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An infection is when germs make part of your body sick.
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It's common with a sore throat.
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And he said, I have the flu.
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Yes.
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The flu is a common illness.
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You feel tired, you have a fever, and your body hurts.
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Many people get the flu in winter.
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That's right.
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Then the doctor gave you a prescription.
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What's that?
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A prescription is a paper from the doctor.
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It tells you what medicine to take.
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Exactly.
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You take the prescription to the pharmacy to get your medicine.
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I need to take medicine three times a day.
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After breakfast, after lunch, and after dinner.
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For five days.
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The doctor also gave me other advice.
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He said I should rest.
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Yes.
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Rest means to relax and sleep.
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Don't work.
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Just stay in bed.
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And drink a lot of water.
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Water is very important when you're sick.
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Absolutely.
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And hot tea helps a sore throat.
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It makes it feel better.
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The doctor said to eat soup.
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Chicken soup is the best.
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Yes, chicken soup is famous for helping sick people.
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It's warm and easy to eat.
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And I should stay home from work and school.
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Yes, because the flu is contagious.
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That means other people can catch it from you.
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I don't want to make my friends sick.
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That's very kind, so staying home is important.
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Rest for three or four days.
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And if I don't feel better in five days,
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I should come back to the doctor.
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Correct.
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Always go back if you don't get better.
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The doctor needs to check you again.
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This was very useful, Mark.
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I learned so many words today.
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Me too.
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Let's review some important phrases.
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I don't feel well.
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I have a headache.
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My throat hurts.
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Do you have a fever?
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When did you start feeling sick?
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Take this medicine.
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Drink a lot of water.
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Get some rest.
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Stay home.
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These are all so useful.
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Everyone should know these phrases.
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I agree.
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Let's listen to the conversation one more time.
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Now you will understand everything.
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Great idea!
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Listen carefully, everyone.
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Context & Background
In today's lesson, Mark and Anna guide you through an essential aspect of daily life: visiting the doctor. This conversation is particularly valuable for English learners, as it introduces critical medical vocabulary and practical phrases needed for common health situations. As many of us may find ourselves needing medical attention at some point, being able to communicate effectively in these scenarios is incredibly important. By listening to their conversation, you'll gain insight into how to explain symptoms and ask questions, ensuring you can navigate these situations with confidence.
Top 5 Phrases for Daily Communication
- Hello, I have an appointment at 2 p.m. – A crucial phrase to start your visit.
- I'm not feeling well. – A simple way to express your state of health.
- I have a headache. – A specific example to describe your symptoms.
- What should I do? – A polite way to ask for advice or help.
- Thank you, doctor! – Always show appreciation after your consultation.
These phrases lay the foundation for effective communication at the doctor's office, making it easier to convey your needs and understand the doctor's advice.
Step-by-step Shadowing Guide
To further enhance your English speaking skills, utilize the shadowing technique with this lesson. Follow these steps to effectively practice:
- Listen Carefully: Play the audio of the conversation multiple times to become familiar with the flow and pronunciation.
- Repeat Aloud: After each line or section, pause and repeat what you heard. Use your shadowing app to record your voice and compare it with the original.
- Focus on Intonation: Pay close attention to the intonation and stress patterns in the conversation. This will help you improve English pronunciation and sound more natural.
- Practice Shadow Speech: Choose a phrase or sentence and practice it until you feel comfortable. Shadow speaking helps reinforce vocabulary and improves fluency.
- Engage with the Content: Try using the phrases from the conversation in your day-to-day discussions. This real-life application solidifies your learning.
By incorporating these strategies in your English learning routine, you'll enhance your ability to communicate effectively in medical situations. Remember, consistent practice with the shadowing technique will lead to noticeable improvements in your fluency and confidence!
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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