Shadowing Practice: Audio EST 2024 Toeic test 1 part 3 trên study4 - Learn English Speaking with Video

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Questions 35 through 37 refer to the following conversation.
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I'd like to finish calculating the company's expense reports for the month.
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Have you finished reviewing the travel reimbursement forms from all the departments?
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I'm almost done.
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But I have a question about a hotel receipt from one of our employees.
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What's the problem?
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Well, our policy is for employees to stay at a hotel that's on our list of approved accommodations, This one isn't on the list.
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Who submitted the receipt?
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Moritz Ziegler, one of our sales representatives.
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Hmm.
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He's a new employee.
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and may have forgotten the policy.
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As a supervisor, I can approve the expense this one time.
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Number 35.
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What department do the speakers most likely work in?
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Number 36.
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What problem does the woman mention?
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Number 37.
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What does the man say he will do?
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Questions 38 through 40 refer to the following conversation.
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Good morning, Dama Lola.
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How's everything up here on deck?
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Hi, Pedro.
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It was an uneventful night and our cargo ship still hasn't moved yet.
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Hmm, I hope the fog over the harbour lifts soon.
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Yeah, me too.
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The ship won't be able to leave until the weather improves, I hope we won't get too far behind schedule,
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I'll be sure to call the Port Authority soon for an update on when we'll be cleared to leave.
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Sounds good.
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Number 38.
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What industry do the speakers most likely work in?
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Number 39.
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What is the reason for a delay?
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Number 40.
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What does the man say he will do?
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Questions 41 through 43 refer to the following conversation.
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Hi, I've made a reservation to meet with some clients for lunch today.
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It's under Cohen.
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Oh yes, I see your reservation.
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Welcome, Ms. Cohen.
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I know I asked to be seated on your beautiful terrace, but it's very hot today.
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"Hmm, I can seat you at table four inside." Do you mind waiting a few minutes?
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Not at all.
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By the way, your parking area is nearly full.
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Where can I tell my clients to park?
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Our customers can park for free in the garage across the street our cashier will stamp their parking tickets.
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Oh great.
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Thanks.
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I'll call them and let them know.
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Number 41.
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Why is the woman at the restaurant?
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Number 42.
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What does the woman mean when she says, It's very hot today.
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Number 43.
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What does the man say about a parking garage?
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Questions 44 through 46 refer to the following conversation with three speakers.
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Thank you both for coming here today to demonstrate your company's new compact printer.
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I know the store will be busy because we're having a big sale on laptop computers and tablets.
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We're happy to be here.
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Our printers are perfect for students or people with home offices who may have limited space.
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My partner, Murat, will be setting up the printer station.
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Yes.
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Where can I put our demonstration table?
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I'll show you the area.
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Also, if you brought any brochures with you, it'll be helpful to put those out for people to take.
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Number 44.
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Where does the woman most likely work?
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#45.
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What does Murat ask about?
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Number 46.
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What does the woman suggest doing?
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Questions 47 through 49 refer to the following conversation with three speakers.
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Gizem and Hector, I'm very pleased with the sales of our brands of cakes, pies, and cookies this past holiday season.
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Any thoughts on what we should be concentrating on going forward?
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The biggest trend right now is the reduction of sugar.
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The public wants healthier products but the same great taste.
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That'll be our biggest challenge.
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One of our ingredient suppliers recently started offering a sweetener made entirely from natural ingredients.
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Are there similar ones on the market?
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And how do they compare?
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I'd have to do some investigation to find out more about that.
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I have some time available tomorrow afternoon.
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Number 47.
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What type of industry do the speakers most likely work in?
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Number 48.
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What business challenge are the speakers discussing?
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Number 49.
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What does the man say he will do?
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Questions 62 through 64 refer to the following conversation and website.
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Thanks for calling Customized Concepts.
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How can I help you?
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My company wants to give every employee a gift, something useful but not too big.
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Since we're about to host our annual staff basketball tournament, I thought a water bottle might be good.
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We carry a few drink containers, If you're at our website, you'll see them under the lifestyle tab.
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Let me pull it up now.
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All right.
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I recommend the metal bottle with the wide -mouthed lid, It's easier to clean than the one with the straw.
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Okay, thanks.
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And you could put our company logo on it, right?
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Yes.
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You'll just need to send me the graphic file.
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I can do that.
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Number 62.
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Who is a gift for?
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Number 63.
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Look at the graphic.
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What is the price of the item the man recommends?
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Number 64.
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What is the woman going to send to the man?
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Questions 65 through 67 refer to the following conversation and list.
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Yoon, I just finished recording the audio guide for the pencil drawings that'll be included in our modern art exhibit next week.
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The files will be loaded onto the audio devices tomorrow.
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That's great.
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But unfortunately, we have to make one change.
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The drawing by Claudia Hoffman will no longer be in the exhibit.
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There was a scheduling mix -up, and it was promised to another museum starting next week.
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Oh, that's too bad.
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That was one of my favorite pieces.
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Will you put anything in its place?
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No, we'll just remove it.
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Okay, then I'll make that change to the audio guide recording.
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I'll do that right away.
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number 65.
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What type of art will be displayed in an exhibit?
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Number 66.
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Look at the graphic.
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Which piece of artwork will no longer be included?
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Number 67.
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What does the woman say she will do right away?
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Questions 68 through 70 refer to the following conversation and map.
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I'm glad we were assigned to cover the press conference earlier today, I counted seven other major media networks there in addition to ours.
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Well, the offshore wind industry is going to transform the way this region gets its power.
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Agreed.
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Let's compare our facts before we start writing.
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So, the largest cluster of wind turbines, off the coast of Winston, is already built.
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The other sites are at different stages of construction, though Lanchester is also close to being done.
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Right and I think it's crucial for us to focus on how many new jobs related to assembling
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and maintaining the turbines are opening up in the area as a result of this.
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Number 68.
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Who most likely are the speakers?
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Number 69.
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Look at the graphic.
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Which site has already been completed?
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Number 70.
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What does the man suggest focusing on?

Context & Background

This transcript is derived from a conversational dialogue that showcases typical scenarios encountered in various professional environments. The use of dialogue between colleagues highlights common workplace interactions, including expense report processing, operational updates, and client meetings. By engaging with this content, English learners can familiarize themselves with industry-specific vocabulary and phrases applicable in everyday business contexts.

Top 5 Phrases for Daily Communication

  • Have you finished reviewing... - A polite inquiry about the completion of a task.
  • What's the problem? - A common expression used to address issues or concerns.
  • I can approve the expense... - Language used in administrative context when discussing approvals.
  • Do you mind waiting a few minutes? - A courteous way to ask someone for their patience.
  • Our customers can park for free... - Informing clients of convenient amenities is essential in customer service.

Step-by-step Shadowing Guide

To effectively utilize this transcript for shadowing practice, follow these steps:

  1. Familiarization: Listen to the dialogue without looking at the transcript. Try to grasp the context and flow of conversation.
  2. Read Along: Read the transcript while listening to identify phrases and vocabulary. Pay keen attention to the intonation and stress placed on specific words.
  3. Practice Speaking: Shadow the speakers by repeating their sentences immediately after they speak. Focus on mimicking their pronunciation and rhythm. This method, known as shadowspeak, can significantly help improve English pronunciation.
  4. Break it Down: Divide the phrases into manageable sections and practice each section multiple times before moving on to the next.
  5. Real-life Application: Once comfortable, apply these phrases in your daily English speaking practice. This could enhance your readiness for situations like business meetings or client interactions, which are also useful for IELTS speaking practice.

By incorporating these strategies, learners can effectively enhance their spoken English and boost their confidence in professional settings. Embrace the opportunity to learn English with YouTube by utilizing engaging resources such as this to enrich your vocabulary and speaking abilities.

Grammar in this video

The structures the speaker uses most, with the exact words from the video:

StructureIn the video
Conditional sentences if + clause, will/would + verb — a condition and its resultIf you're at our website, you'll see
Passive voice be + past participle — the focus is on what happens, not who does itbe cleared · be seated · be included
Present perfect have/has + past participle — a past action that still matters nowhasn't moved · I've made · has already been completed

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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