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We should go out for lunch today.
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We should go out for lunch today.
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That is a wonderful idea, my dear.
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That is a wonderful idea, my dear.
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I am very hungry right now.
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I am very hungry right now.
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Me too.
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I did not eat breakfast.
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Me too.
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I did not eat breakfast.
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Where should we eat today?
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Where should we eat today?
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There are many restaurants on this street.
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There are many restaurants on this street.
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Look at that restaurant over there.
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Look at that restaurant over there. Which one?
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The one with the red sign?
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Yes, it looks very nice.
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I have never been there before.
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We can look at the menu outside.
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Good idea!
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Let us go and see.
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I see fish curry on the menu.
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They also have grilled chicken here.
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They also have grilled chicken here.
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This place looks clean and comfortable.
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This place looks clean and comfortable.
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The tables inside look very nice.
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The tables inside look very nice.
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Shall we eat here today?
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The new restaurant near the park.
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The new restaurant near the park.
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Is it far from here?
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Is it far from here?
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No, it is only five minutes away.
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No, it is only five minutes away.
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Let us go there then.
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Let us go there then.
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The building is clean and well decorated.
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That means the food must be good.
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That means the food must be good.
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Busy restaurants always have good food.
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Busy restaurants always have good food.
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Let us go inside.
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Let us go inside.
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The inside is cool and very pleasant.
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The inside is cool and very pleasant.
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I like the decorations on the wall.
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I like the decorations on the wall.
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The waiter is coming toward us now.
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The view from this window is lovely.
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What would you like to eat?
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What would you like to drink?
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Excuse me, we are ready to order.
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Please bring us the fish curry.
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Please bring us the fish curry.
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And one grilled chicken, please.
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And one grilled chicken, please.
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Two plates of plain rice, please.
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Two plates of plain rice, please.
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And two bowls of tomato soup.
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And two bowls of tomato soup.
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Can you make the curry not too spicy?
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Can you make the curry not too spicy?
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My husband cannot eat very spicy food.
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How long will the food take? About 15 minutes, sir.
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Please bring some water first.
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Please bring some water first.
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When did we last eat out together?
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When did we last eat out together?
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I think it was three months ago.
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Hmm.
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I think it was three months ago.
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I am so happy to be here with you.
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The soup is here.
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That was quick.
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The soup is here.
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That was quick.
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Oh, wonderful!
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It looks very hot.
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Oh!
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Oh, wonderful!
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It looks very hot.
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Be careful, do not burn your tongue.
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I will wait a little.
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Thank you.
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I will wait a little.
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Thank you.
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The fish curry smells wonderful.
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The fish curry smells wonderful.
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The grilled chicken looks perfect, too.
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The grilled chicken looks perfect, too.
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Mmm!
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The vegetables are very fresh today.
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The vegetables are very fresh today.
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Have some more rice, my dear.
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some more rice my dear have some more rice my dear
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no thank you I have enough no
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thank you thank you I have enough you must eat more
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you are too thin you must eat more you are too thin how is your chicken
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is it good how is your chicken is it good it is very tender
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and juicy it is very tender and juicy we should bring our grandchildren here we should bring our grandchildren here.
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Oh yes, they would love this place.
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Oh yes, they would love this place.
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Excuse me, can we see the dessert menu?
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Excuse me, can we see the dessert menu?
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Do you have vanilla ice cream?
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Do you have vanilla ice cream?
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I am so full now.
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I am so full now.
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Excuse me, can we have the bill please?
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I will pay today.
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I will pay today.
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No, no, let me pay this time.
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No, no, let me pay this time.
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Fine, you pay.
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But I pay next time.
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Fine, you pay.
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But I pay next time.
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The waiter was very helpful and kind.
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The waiter was very helpful and kind.
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This will be our new favorite restaurant.
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This will be our new favorite restaurant.
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Shall we walk home slowly?
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Shall we walk home slowly?

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About This Lesson

In this lesson, you will practice essential English conversation skills for dining at a restaurant. The dialogue presented in the video captures a friendly exchange between two people as they decide where to eat. You will learn how to express hunger, discuss restaurant options, and describe surroundings. This practice is crucial for improving your English speaking skills, particularly in everyday social situations. By shadowing the conversation, you can enhance your pronunciation and fluency, making it easier to communicate effectively in real-life settings.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • Hungry - A state of needing food.
  • Menu - A list of food and drink options available at a restaurant.
  • Grilled chicken - A popular dish cooked on a grill.
  • Clean and comfortable - Describing a pleasant environment.
  • Decorator - Referring to the artistic arrangements in the restaurant's interior.
  • Lovely view - A beautiful sight, especially from a window.
  • Five minutes away - Indicating a short distance to travel.
  • Busy restaurants - Places that are full of customers which may imply good food and service.

Practice Tips

To maximize your learning from this video, consider using the shadow speak technique. First, listen closely to the dialogue at regular speed, paying attention to intonations and emotions. Then, pause the video and repeat each sentence, mimicking the tone and speed of the speakers. This method, known as shadowspeaks, allows you to immerse yourself in natural English conversation and improve your pronunciation.

As the video progresses, gradually increase the speed at which you practice shadow speech. Challenge yourself to keep up with the natural pace of the dialogue to build your fluency. If you find certain phrases difficult, don’t hesitate to practice them multiple times until you feel comfortable. Focusing on phrases like "What should we eat today?" or "The inside is cool and very pleasant" can help you express thoughts clearly in dining situations.

Finally, try to implement these phrases into your daily conversations or practice scenarios at a restaurant, whether in real life or through role-playing with a friend. This realistic practice not only helps you remember new vocabulary but also enables you to use it confidently in real conversations. Happy learning!

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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