Shadowing Practice: Everyday English for Beginners | Simple Daily Conversations - Learn English Speaking with YouTube

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Tom, what are you doing?
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Tom, what are you doing?
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Scrolling.
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You?
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Same.
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I've been on my phone since I got home.
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What time is it?
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Almost ten.
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Already?
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We ate dinner looking at our phones. Did we?
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I don't even remember dinner.
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Every day is the same.
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Wake up, check phone.
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Eat, check phone.
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Three hours of scrolling.
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I don't remember any of it.
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When was the last time we really talked?
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I can't remember.
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This is sad, Tom.
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Yeah, it really is.
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Let's go to the beach this weekend.
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The beach?
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Tomorrow is Saturday.
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Exactly.
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Two days, no plans.
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Let's just go. Where?
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A place called Seaside Cove, about four hours away.
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How do you know about it?
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A friend at work mentioned it.
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She said it's beautiful.
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Should I check the car?
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No. Let's take the bus.
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Slow down and enjoy the ride.
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The bus?
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That's different.
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That's the point.
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And no scrolling on the bus.
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No scrolling?
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Just look out the window.
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Talk to each other.
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I like it.
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Let's do it.
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Hi, two tickets to Seaside Cove, please.
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One way or round trip?
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Round trip.
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When are you coming back?
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Sunday evening.
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What's available?
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5.30 and 7.15.
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7.15.
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We want to enjoy the sunset.
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Good call.
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How much for two?
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$48 total.
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Card okay?
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Yep.
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Tap or swipe.
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How often do the buses run?
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Every two hours.
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Is there luggage storage at Seaside Cove?
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Lockers near the entrance, $5 a day.
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Perfect.
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Thank you.
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Gate 3, boarding starts 15 minutes before.
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We're moving.
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This feels different.
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Look at the city getting smaller.
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About the no phone rule.
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Let's make it official.
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Phones off until Sunday.
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Deal.
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But maps in case we get lost.
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Maps only.
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And maybe one sunset photo.
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You're already adding exceptions.
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Fine.
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Phone off now.
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Want some trail mix?
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I packed snacks.
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You packed snacks? Of course.
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This bus is like a rocking chair. So relaxing.
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Look at those hills. So green.
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This is nice.
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Just us and the view.
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Hi.
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We just got here.
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Can we get a map? Of course.
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Here you go.
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Any must-eat restaurants?
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Captain Jack's on the pier.
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Best seafood in town.
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Is it expensive?
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About 20 bucks a plate.
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Very reasonable.
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What about things to do?
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The main beach is great,
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but there's a secret cove a mile south.
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A secret cove?
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Most tourists miss it.
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Short trail, about 20 minutes.
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I love that.
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Any other spots?
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The lighthouse on the cliff.
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Best sunset view.
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What time should we go?
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Before 6.30.
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Don't miss it.
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Got it.
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Thanks so much.
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Enjoy your stay.
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Hi there.
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Can I help you?
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Hi, I'm Sarah Miller.
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We booked the Ocean View room.
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Miller, let me check.
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Oh no. Is something wrong?
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I'm so sorry.
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Your room was double booked.
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Double booked?
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Another couple booked the same room.
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They arrived an hour ago.
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So we don't have a room?
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I'll refund you in full, of course.
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But where do we stay?
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We came by bus.
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Let me make some calls.
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I know everyone in town.
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It's Saturday.
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Everything might be full.
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Give me five minutes.
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Please have a seat.
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Good news.
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My friend Linda has a place.
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Really?
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Nearby?
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Ten-minute walk.
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And it's better than here.
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Better?
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A cottage right on the beach.
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Private deck.
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That sounds amazing.
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How much?
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Same price as your original booking.
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I'll pay the difference.
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You don't have to do that.
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It's my mistake.
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I want to make it right.
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That's really kind, Dave.
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Here's her address and number.
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Thank you.
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You turned a disaster into something wonderful.
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That's what small towns are for.
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You must be the Millers.
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Come in.
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Hi, Linda.
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Thanks for saving us.
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Happy to help.
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This is Starfish Cottage.
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Wow!
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Right on the beach.
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You can walk to the sand from the deck.
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What's the door code?
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3650. Like days in a year.
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Easy.
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What about Wi-Fi?
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Password is on the fridge.
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Sandy Beach 2024.
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Any convenience store nearby?
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Sandy's Market, two blocks north.
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Closes at 9.
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We might need breakfast stuff.
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Eggs and coffee are in the fridge.
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Free for guests.
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That's so generous.
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Checkout is 11 tomorrow.
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Key on the kitchen table.
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Any house rules? rules?
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No shoes inside and enjoy every minute.
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Best rule ever.
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Welcome to Captain Jack's.
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Table for two?
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Yes.
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Can we sit outside? Of course.
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Right this way.
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What do you recommend?
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The clam chowder is famous and the fish and chips.
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One of each.
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Any drinks?
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Two iced teas.
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Coming right up.
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Are you visiting?
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Yes, first time here.
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Been to the lighthouse yet?
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Not yet.
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Going this evening.
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The sunset from there is unreal.
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Everyone says that.
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Because it's true.
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Let me get your food.
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Thank you.
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Welcome.
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What do you need?
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Bread and some fruit for breakfast.
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The strawberries came in today from a local farm.
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We'll take a box.
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And sparkling water.
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Back fridge.
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Any flavor?
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Just plain.
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And chocolate for tonight.
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We have a local chocolate maker.
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Really good.
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I'll try it.
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Oh, and sunscreen.
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We forgot.
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Aisle 2, next to the beach toys.
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Got everything.
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How much?
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$16.85.
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Here you go.
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Thanks.
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Enjoy.
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We made it.
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The lighthouse.
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Just in time.
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The sun is going down.
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Look at the whole horizon.
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The sky is turning orange and pink.
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I haven't thought about my phone once today.
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Not once?
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Not once.
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And it feels amazing.
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Sometimes we need to disconnect to reconnect.
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Getting double booked was the best thing.
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Right?
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That cottage is way better.
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Sometimes things work out better than planned.
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Look, the sun just touched the water.
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Most beautiful thing I've ever seen.
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Guess how many steps we walked today.
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You checked your phone.
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Only the step counter.
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That doesn't count.
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Fine.
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How many?
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Over 10,000.
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No wonder my legs are tired.
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The good kind of tired.
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The I actually did something kind.
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Look at all those stars.
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Can't see this in the city.
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I can see the Milky Way.
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Right there, that cloudy band.
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Tom, that's amazing.
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When did we last look at stars?
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I can't remember.
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We should do this more.
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Just stop and look up.
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Should we go to bed?
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One more minute.
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Just the waves.
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One more minute.
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Two days without scrolling, I survived.
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More than survived.
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You thrived.
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I feel lighter.
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That's what slowing down does.
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Thank you for this trip.
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What was your favorite part?
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Getting double booked.
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The worst part!
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Think about it.
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No double booking, no cottage,
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no beach deck, no stars.
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The worst moment became the best part.
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Let's make a rule.
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One weekend a month, no phones.
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I love that.
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Doesn't have to be a trip, just being present.
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Deal.
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Look, the sun is setting again.
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Still beautiful.
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Thank you.

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About This Lesson

In this lesson, you will practice engaging in simple daily conversations through a relatable dialogue between two friends, Tom and his companion. You'll learn how to initiate conversations, ask questions about plans, and express preferences. This scenario represents common situations in everyday life, making it particularly useful for beginners looking to build confidence in their speaking skills. By focusing on natural speech patterns, you'll enhance your ability to communicate effectively in English.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • Scrolling: The act of moving through content on a screen, typically a phone or computer.
  • Looking at: Referring to visually observing something, often used in the context of devices.
  • Check the car: To inspect the vehicle, usually before a trip.
  • Seaside Cove: A fictional destination representing a beach location.
  • Round trip: A journey to a destination and back again.
  • Enjoy the ride: A phrase encouraging one to appreciate the journey, not just the destination.
  • Sunset: The time in the evening when the sun goes down, providing a beautiful view.

Practice Tips

To maximize your learning from this lesson, consider using a shadowing app or the shadowing technique. This involves listening to the video while simultaneously mimicking the speakers. Focus on their intonation, rhythm, and pronunciation. Given the gentle and conversational pace of the dialogue, it is an ideal opportunity for beginners to practice their spoken English without feeling overwhelmed.

To start, play a short segment of the video and pause after each line. Repeat what you hear, aiming for accuracy in your shadow speech. Don't hesitate to use the shadowspeaks method and record your practice to evaluate your progress. Revisit sections that you find challenging, and strive to incorporate the key phrases and vocabulary from the dialogue into your own conversations.

Additionally, consider discussing the content with a friend or language partner. Engaging in real dialogue helps reinforce what you've learned and builds confidence in your speaking abilities. Remember, the goal is not just to memorize phrases but to feel comfortable using them in everyday situations!

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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