Shadowing Practice: Learn English Speaking Practice | English Conversation for Beginners - Learn English Speaking with Video
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Hi, Nina.
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How are you?
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Oh, hi, Mike.
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I'm pretty good.
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How about you?
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I'm great.
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Nice to see you here.
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What are you doing?
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I'm just relaxing.
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What about you?
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I'm free right now.
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Are you free too?
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Yes, I am.
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Why are you asking?
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Can we practice English now?
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Oh, of course.
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Why not?
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Okay, but please speak slowly.
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Sure, where can we start today?
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Let's talk about our families.
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Okay, how many people are there in your family?
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Hmm, there are four people in my family.
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Wow, that's a small family.
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Who are they?
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My dad, my mom, my younger brother, and me.
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Oh, nice.
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What does your father do?
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My dad is a clerk in a small office.
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What does your mom do?
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She is a housewife.
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She takes care of our family. And what about you?
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What do you do?
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I'm a student.
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I'm also learning English.
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What does your brother do?
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He is a student.
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He studies at school.
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How old is your brother?
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He is 12 years old.
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And how old are you?
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I'm 20 years old.
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Where does your family live?
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We live in a small apartment near KLR Colony.
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Is your apartment owned or rented?
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We rent it.
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My dad pays the rent every month.
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Oh, I see.
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How much is the rent?
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I'm not sure.
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My dad takes care of it.
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That's okay.
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Now you can ask me anything.
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Sure.
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How many people are there in your family?
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I have a big family.
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There are 12 people in my family.
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Wow, 12 people?
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Who are they?
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My grandma, my grandpa, my parents, my uncle and aunt, and my brothers and sisters.
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Do you all live together?
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Yes, we are a joint family, so we all live together.
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Where does your family live?
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We live in the countryside in a small village.
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Oh, really?
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How far is your home from here?
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It's about 120 miles from here.
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Do you travel home every day?
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No, I don't.
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I go home every weekend.
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Why are you here?
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I'm here to study for a few months.
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Oh, I see.
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Where do you live here?
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I live in a hostel with my friends.
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Do you miss your family?
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Yes, I miss them a lot, especially Sweetie.
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Who is Sweetie?
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She's my younger sister.
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She's 10 years old.
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How many brothers and sisters do you have?
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I have one brother and one sister.
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Are they older than you?
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No, they are both younger than me.
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How old are they?
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My brother is 17 and my sister is 10.
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And you are 22, right?
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Hey, how do you know my age?
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I saw it on your ID card.
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Oh my god, you saw my ID card?
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Yes, I did.
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Sorry.
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It's okay.
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What does your father do?
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My father is a farmer.
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We have our own fields.
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What does your mom do?
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She helps my dad in the fields.
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So farming is your family business, right?
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Yes, exactly.
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Everyone helps in the fields.
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What do you grow in your fields?
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We grow vegetables, wheat, and rice.
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Do your fields are big?
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Yes, they are.
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We have about 35 hectares of land.
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Wow!
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Do you have any animals, too?
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Yes, we have two or three cows.
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Do you sell their milk?
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No, we don't.
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The milk is only for our family and friends.
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Oh, I understand.
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Can I come to your home someday? Of course.
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You're always welcome.
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Thank you.
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I'm really excited to see your farm.
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My family will be happy to meet you.
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I think your family works really hard.
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Yes, we do.
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We work hard together.
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You work hard with your family.
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What time do you usually wake up?
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I usually wake up at 6 in the morning.
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Then I drink some water.
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Do you get up early every day?
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Yes, I do.
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I like starting my day early.
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What do you do after you get up?
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I brush my teeth and wash my face.
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Then I make my bed.
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Do you exercise in the morning?
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Yes, sometimes I do.
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I usually walk for about 20 minutes. That sounds good.
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Do you exercise every day?
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No, not every day.
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I exercise four or five days a week.
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What do you usually have for breakfast?
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I usually have bread, eggs, and tea.
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Sometimes I eat fruit, too.
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Do you make your own breakfast?
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No, I don't.
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My roommate usually makes breakfast.
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What time do you start studying?
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I start studying at around 8 o 'clock.
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I study English in the morning.
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How long do you study English?
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I usually study for two hours.
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I also practice speaking.
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Do you practice English every day?
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Yes, I do.
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I try to practice every day.
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What do you do when you don't understand a word?
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I check the meaning in a dictionary.
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Then I try to use the word in a sentence.
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That's a good habit.
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Do you read English books?
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Yes, I do.
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I read simple English stories.
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What do you do after studying?
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I take a short break.
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Then I have lunch with my friends.
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What time do you usually have lunch?
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I usually have lunch at 1 o 'clock.
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I don't like eating too late.
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Do you take a nap after lunch?
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Sometimes I do.
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I usually sleep for about 30 minutes.
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What do you do in the afternoon?
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I attend my classes.
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After that, I usually finish my homework.
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Do you use your phone a lot?
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Maybe a little too much.
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I use it to study and talk to my family.
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How often do you call your family?
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I call them almost every evening.
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My mom always asks about my day.
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That's sweet.
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Do you talk to your sister, too?
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Yes, I do.
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She tells me funny stories about school.
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What do you usually do in the evening?
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I go for a walk with my friends.
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Sometimes we play badminton.
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do you watch TV at night not usually I sometimes watch
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short English videos instead what time do you have dinner I
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usually have dinner around 8 30 I try not to eat
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too late do you help with the cooking yes sometimes I
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do I help my roommate prepare dinner what do you do before going to bed?
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I brush my teeth and check my schedule.
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Then I read for a few minutes.
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What time do you usually go to bed?
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I usually go to bed around 11.
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I try to get enough sleep.
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That sounds like a healthy routine.
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Do you always follow it?
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Not always.
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Sometimes I stay up late when I have a lot of work.
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I understand.
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What habit do you want to change?
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I want to use my phone less.
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I also want to sleep earlier.
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That's a good goal.
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What about your weekend routine?
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My weekends are more relaxed.
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I wake up late and spend time with my friends.
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Do you study on weekends too?
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Yes, Yes, but not for many hours.
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I usually practice English for one hour.
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Do you have any other good habits?
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Yes, I drink plenty of water and try to walk every day.
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That's great.
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I think you have a good daily routine.
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Thanks.
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What about you?
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What is your daily routine like?
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My routine is pretty simple.
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I'll tell you about it next.
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Okay, Nina.
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What time do you usually wake up?
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I usually wake up at 7.
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I like to sleep a little longer.
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7 o 'clock?
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Isn't that late?
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Sometimes it is, but I don't have classes very early.
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What do you do after you wake up?
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I make my bed and open the window.
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Then I brush my teeth.
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Do you check your phone in the morning?
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Yes, I do.
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I usually check my messages first.
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Do you spend a lot of time on your phone?
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Sometimes I do.
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I'm trying to use it less.
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What do you have for breakfast?
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I usually have tea and toast.
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Sometimes I eat eggs, too.
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Do you make breakfast yourself?
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Yes, I do.
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It only takes me a few minutes.
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What time do you leave for class?
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I leave around 8 .30.
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My college is not very far from here.
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How do you go there?
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I usually walk.
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Sometimes I take a bus.
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Do you enjoy your classes?
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Yes, I do.
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My English class is my favorite.
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Why do you like it?
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Because I want to speak English better.
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I also enjoy talking with my classmates.
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What do you do after your classes?
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I usually come back to the hostel, then I have lunch.
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Do you eat lunch alone?
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No, I don't.
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I usually eat with my friends.
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What do you do in the afternoon?
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I rest for a while, then I do my homework.
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Do you take a nap?
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Yes, sometimes.
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I sleep for about 20 minutes.
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What about your English practice?
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I practice English in the evening.
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I read, listen, and speak.
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Do you practice speaking with your friends?
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Yes, I do.
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We sometimes practice together.
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That's a good habit.
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What do you do before dinner?
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I usually go for a walk.
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It helps me feel fresh.
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Do you go for a walk alone?
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Not always.
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Sometimes my friends come with me.
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What time do you have dinner?
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I usually have dinner around 8.
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I don't like eating very late.
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What do you usually eat?
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I usually eat rice, vegetables, and dal.
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Sometimes I have roti.
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Do you cook every day?
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No, I don't.
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Sometimes we cook together, and sometimes we buy food.
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What do you do after dinner?
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I talk to my family.
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Then I prepare for the next day.
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Do you call your parents every night?
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Yes, almost every night.
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My mother always asks about my day.
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What does your father ask you?
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He usually asks about my studies.
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He also asks if I'm eating well.
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That's nice.
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What time do you go to bed?
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I usually go to bed around 11.
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Do you fall asleep quickly?
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Not always.
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Sometimes I think about many things.
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What do you do when you can't sleep?
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I read a book.
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Sometimes I listen to quiet music.
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Do you sleep eight hours every night?
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I try to, but sometimes I sleep only six or seven hours.
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What habit do you want to change?
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I want to stop using my phone before bed.
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I think it keeps me awake.
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That's a good idea.
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Do you have any other goals?
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Yes, I want to wake up earlier and exercise more.
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What kind of exercise do you like?
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I like walking.
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I also want to learn yoga.
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That sounds great.
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What is one habit you really enjoy?
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I love reading before bed.
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It helps me relax.
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And what hobbit do you dislike?
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I don't like waking up early, but I'm trying to change that.
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I think you have a simple routine.
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Yes, I do.
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I'm trying to make it better every day.
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That's great.
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Small hobbits can make a big difference.
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Exactly.
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Maybe we should talk about our hobbies next.
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Sure.
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I'd love to hear about your hobbies.
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Nina, why are you learning English?
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I want to speak English confidently.
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I also need it for my studies.
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When did you start learning English?
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I started learning it at school, but I didn't speak much.
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Was speaking English difficult for you?
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Yes, it was.
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I was afraid of making mistakes.
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Do you still feel nervous?
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Sometimes I do, but I feel better now.
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How do you practice English?
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I practice a little every day.
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I don't study everything at once.
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Do you learn new words?
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Yes, I do.
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I learn 5 or 10 words daily.
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Do you write them down?
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Yes, I do.
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I keep a small notebook.
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Do you review old words?
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Yes, I do.
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I review them every few days.
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How do you practice speaking?
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I speak to myself.
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I describe my daily activities.
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What do you say?
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I say simple sentences.
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For example, I'm making tea.
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Do you practice with friends?
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Yes, I do.
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We speak English together.
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Do you practice with me too?
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Of course I do.
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You are my practice partner.
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Do you listen to English every day?
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Yes, I do.
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I listen to simple conversations.
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Do you understand everything?
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No, I don't.
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Some words are still difficult.
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What do you do then?
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I listen again, then I check the difficult words.
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Do you watch English videos?
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Yes, I do.
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I watch short videos every day.
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Do you use subtitles?
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Sometimes.
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They help me understand better.
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do you watch without subtitles too yes i do i try that after watching with subtitles
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how do you practice pronunciation i listen to new words then i repeat them slowly
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do you record your voice yes sometimes i listen to my recording later does that help you Yes, it does.
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I can hear my mistakes.
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What about grammar?
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I learn one topic at a time.
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Then I make simple sentences.
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Do you study grammar for hours?
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No, I don't.
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I study for about 30 minutes.
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What do you do when you make mistakes?
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I correct them.
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Then I try again.
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Are you afraid of mistakes now?
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Not as much as before.
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I know mistakes help me learn.
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Why is English important to you?
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It can help me in the future.
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It can also help with my career.
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Do you want to travel abroad?
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Yes, I do.
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I want to visit other countries.
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Is English useful when traveling?
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Yes, it is.
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We can talk to many people.
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What is your biggest English goal?
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I want to speak naturally.
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I don't want to translate every sentence.
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That's my goal, too.
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How can we improve faster?
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We should practice every day.
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Even 15 minutes can help.
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Should we practice together?
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yes we should we can help each other
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when should we start let's start today we can practice after
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class what should we talk about first let's talk about our hobbies that sounds fun great idea I'm ready to practice.
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Me too.
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Let's speak only English today.
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Nina, I think we should stop for today.
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We've practiced a lot.
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Yes, I think so too.
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I really enjoyed our conversation.
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I enjoyed it too.
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Your English is getting better.
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Thank you, Mike.
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Your English is good too.
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We should practice again soon.
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What do you think? Of course.
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I would love that.
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We can practice different topics.
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What topic should we practice next time?
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We can talk about hobbies and travel.
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That sounds great.
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We can also talk about food and shopping.
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Good idea.
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We can practice many daily topics.
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It will help us speak more.
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Yes, and we can learn new words, too.
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I really want to improve my vocabulary.
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We should practice regularly.
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Maybe we can meet every evening.
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Every evening sounds good, but sometimes I have classes.
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That's okay.
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We can choose a time that works for both of us.
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How about tomorrow evening?
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I should be free then.
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tomorrow sounds perfect what time should we meet how about six o 'clock we can meet near the college
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six o 'clock works for me let's meet there tomorrow great but how will we contact each other
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we should exchange our phone numbers that will make things easier Sure.
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Give me your phone.
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I'll save my number.
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Okay, here you go.
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I'll save your number, too.
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My number is 98765 -43210.
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Please save it as Nina.
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Got it.
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I've saved your number.
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You can call me anytime.
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What is your number?
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I'll save it, too.
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My number is 91234 -56780.
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Please save my name as Mike.
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Done.
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I've saved your number.
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Now we can stay in touch.
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Great.
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I'll message you later.
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Please reply when you're free.
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Sure, I will.
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I'll also remind you about tomorrow.
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Don't forget our English practice.
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We have many topics to discuss.
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I won't forget.
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I'm really excited about our next practice.
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We can talk about travel next time.
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We can learn useful travel phrases.
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Yes, and after that, we can talk about shopping.
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I want to learn shopping English.
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We can also practice restaurant conversations.
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That will be useful.
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Definitely.
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We can practice many real -life situations.
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Okay, Nina.
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I should go now.
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I have some work to finish.
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No problem, Mike.
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I should leave too.
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See you tomorrow at 6.
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Don't be late.
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I'll be there on time.
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See you tomorrow, Mike.
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Take care, Nina.
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Have a great evening.
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You too, Mike.
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Bye for now.
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Bye, Nina.
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See you tomorrow.
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Bye, and remember, English only tomorrow.
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Hi, what is your name?
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My name is Sarah.
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I'm from India. Where do you live?
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I live in a small apartment in Delhi. Are you a student?
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Yes, I am.
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I study English every day.
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Do you work?
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Yes, I do.
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I work at a small company.
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What do you do?
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I'm a teacher.
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I teach young children.
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How old are you?
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I'm 25 years old.
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Can you speak English?
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Yes, I can.
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I speak a little English. Can you help me?
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Sure, I can.
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What do you need? Where are you going?
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I'm going to the grocery store.
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Why are you in a hurry?
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I'm in a hurry because I'm late for work.
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Do you like coffee?
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Yes, I do.
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I drink coffee every morning.
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Does your brother work?
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Yes, he does.
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He works in a shop.
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What does your sister do?
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She's a nurse.
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She works at a hospital.
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Do you have a car?
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No, I don't.
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I usually take the bus.
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How do you go to work?
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I go to work by bus.
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What time do you wake up?
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I wake up at 7.
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Are you tired today?
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Yes, I am.
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I didn't sleep well last night.
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Is your house near here?
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Yes, it is.
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It's only five minutes away.
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Do you live alone?
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No, I don't.
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I live with my family.
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Who do you live with?
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I live with my parents and my younger brother.
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What are you doing?
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I'm making breakfast.
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Can I sit here?
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Yes, you can.
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This seat is free.
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May I use your phone?
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Sure, you may.
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Just be careful with it.
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Could you open the door?
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Of course i can open it for you do you need anything yes i need some water i'm very thirsty
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what do you want to eat i want a sandwich i'm really hungry would you like some tea
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yes please i'd like a cup of tea how much is this shirt it's twenty dollars
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which one do you like i like the blue one it looks really nice where can i find the bathroom
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it's on the left it's next to the elevator is this your bag no it isn't my bag is black
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are these your keys yes they are i was looking for them do you know him Yes, I do.
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He's my neighbor.
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Does she live here?
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No, she doesn't.
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She lives across the street.
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When do you usually eat lunch?
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I usually eat lunch at 1.
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How often do you exercise?
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I exercise three times a week.
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I usually walk in the park.
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Why don't you eat meat?
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I don't eat meat.
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I prefer vegetables.
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What can't you do?
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I can't swim.
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I'm still learning. Can your sister drive?
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Yes, she can.
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She drives to work every day. Will you come tomorrow?
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Yes, I will.
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I'll come in the afternoon.
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Are you going to the party?
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No, I'm not.
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I have to work tonight.
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Have you finished your work?
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Yes, I have.
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I finished it this morning.
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Have you ever been to London?
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No, I haven't.
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I hope to visit someday.
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What did you do yesterday?
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I visited my friend.
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We watched a movie together.
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Did you enjoy the movie?
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Yes, I did.
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It was funny and exciting.
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Where did you buy this phone?
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I bought it online.
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The price was very good.
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What are you going to do tonight?
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I'm going to stay home.
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Don't you like pizza?
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No, I don't.
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I prefer burgers and fries.
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What do you want to learn next?
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I want to learn more English.
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I want to speak confidently.
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Hey, what are you doing here so early?
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I'm waiting for my friend.
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She's running late today.
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When did you arrive?
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I arrived about 20 minutes ago.
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Did you come by bus?
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No, I didn't.
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I came here by taxi.
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Was the traffic bad?
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Yes, it was.
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The roads were very busy.
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Do you often take taxis?
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No, I don't.
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I usually use the bus.
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Where do you usually go on weekends?
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I usually visit my parents.
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They live nearby.
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What do you do with your family?
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We cook together and watch movies.
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Does your mother like cooking?
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Yes, she does.
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She makes great food.
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What is her favorite dish?
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She loves pasta.
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She makes it every Sunday.
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Can you cook too?
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Yes, I can.
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I can make rice and vegetables.
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What did you cook yesterday?
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I made vegetable soup.
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It was very tasty.
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Did your family like it?
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Yes, they did.
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Everyone enjoyed it.
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Are you hungry now?
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Yes, I am.
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I haven't eaten breakfast yet.
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What would you like to eat?
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I'd like some toast and eggs.
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Do you want some juice, too?
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Yes, please.
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Orange juice would be great.
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How much juice do you want?
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Just one small glass, please.
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Do you drink coffee every day?
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No, I don't.
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I usually drink tea.
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When do you drink tea?
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I usually drink it in the evening.
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Who makes tea at your home?
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My father usually makes it.
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Does he make good tea?
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Yes, he does.
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His tea is really good.
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What time do you usually go to bed?
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I usually go to bed around 11.
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Do you sleep well at night?
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Yes, I do.
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I usually sleep for seven hours.
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Why are you carrying that big bag?
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I'm going shopping after work.
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What are you going to buy?
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I'm going to buy some clothes.
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Do you need anything else?
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Yes, I need a new pair of shoes.
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Which color do you prefer?
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I prefer black.
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It goes with everything.
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Can you find your size easily?
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Usually, yes, but my size is sometimes sold out.
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Have you checked that store before?
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Yes, I have.
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They have good prices.
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Did you buy anything there last time?
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Yes, I bought a blue jacket.
678
Do you still wear it?
679
Yes, I do.
680
I wear it quite often.
681
How much did it cost?
682
It cost about $40. Was it on sale?
683
Yes, it was.
684
I got a good discount.
685
Are you good at saving money?
686
I'm getting better.
687
I try not to shop too much.
688
What do you usually spend money on?
689
I spend most of it on food and bills.
690
Do you have any plans for tonight?
691
Yes, I do.
692
I'm meeting an old friend.
693
Where are you meeting her?
694
We're meeting at a small cafe downtown.
695
How long have you known her?
696
I've known her for 10 years.
697
How did you meet her?
698
We met at school when we were young.
699
Do you still talk every day?
700
No, we don't.
701
We're both very busy.
702
When was the last time you saw her?
703
I saw her about three months ago.
704
What are you going to talk about?
705
We're going to talk about our old school days.
706
Will you stay there for long?
707
No, I won't.
708
I need to get home early.
709
Do you like meeting old friends?
710
Yes, I do.
711
It brings back many good memories.
712
Are you excited about tonight?
713
Yes, I am.
714
I'm really looking forward to it.
715
What do you usually do when you feel stressed?
716
I usually take a walk.
717
It helps me relax.
718
Can music help you relax?
719
Yes, it can.
720
I listen to soft music at night.
721
What kind of music do you enjoy?
722
I enjoy pop music.
723
Some songs make me very happy.
724
Do you listen to music while working?
725
Yes, I do.
726
It helps me stay focused.
727
What makes you happy every day?
728
Spending time with my family makes me happy.
729
Hello.
730
Where are you going with that suitcase?
731
I'm going to the airport.
732
I'm visiting my sister.
733
Have you packed everything?
734
Yes, I have.
735
I packed my clothes last night.
736
Did you check your passport?
737
Yes, I did.
738
It's in my handbag. Are you traveling alone?
739
No, I'm not.
740
My brother is coming with me.
741
How long will you stay there?
742
I'll stay for one week.
743
What are you going to do there?
744
I'm going to visit some beautiful places.
745
Have you been there before?
746
No, I haven't.
747
This is my first visit.
748
Could you take a picture for me? Of course.
749
Where would you like to stand? can you take one more
750
picture sure I'll take another one may I see the picture
751
of course here you can see it is the picture clear
752
yes it is your face looks very clear do you like taking photos yes I do I take photos
753
when I travel what kind of photos do you take I usually take photos of nature and buildings.
754
Does your brother like photography?
755
No, he doesn't.
756
He prefers making videos.
757
Why does he like making videos?
758
He enjoys telling stories through videos.
759
Has he made any videos recently?
760
Yes, he has.
761
He made a travel video last month.
762
Did May people watch it?
763
Yes, they did.
764
More than a thousand people watched it.
765
Are you going to make a video, too?
766
Maybe.
767
I want to try it on this trip.
768
What will you show in the video?
769
I'll show the places we visit.
770
Do you have a camera?
771
No, I don't.
772
I use my phone.
773
Can your phone record did videos?
774
Yes, it can.
775
The camera is quite good.
776
Where did you buy your phone?
777
I bought it from a local store.
778
How much did it cost?
779
It cost about $300.
780
Was it expensive for you?
781
A little, but I saved money for it.
782
Do you save money every month?
783
Yes, I do.
784
I save a small amount each month.
785
What do you usually save money for?
786
I save money for travel and emergencies.
787
Can you give me some saving advice?
788
Sure, you can start with a small amount.
789
Could I save money without a big salary?
790
Yes, you could.
791
Small savings can help over time.
792
Why don't you buy things online?
793
I do sometimes, but I like checking things in stores.
794
Have you ever bought something online?
795
Yes, I have.
796
I bought a jacket last week.
797
Did the jacket fit you?
798
Yes, it did the size was perfect.
799
Has your jacket arrived yet?
800
Yes, it has.
801
It arrived two days ago.
802
Are you happy with it?
803
Yes, I am.
804
The jacket looks great.
805
What are you going to wear tomorrow?
806
I'm going to wear my new jacket.
807
Will it be cold tomorrow?
808
I think so.
809
I'll take a warm sweater, too.
810
Do you check the weather every morning?
811
Yes, I do.
812
It helps me plan my day.
813
What will you do if it rains?
814
I'll stay indoors and watch a movie.
815
Don't you like rainy days?
816
I do, but I don't like traveling in the rain.
817
Can you drive in bad weather?
818
Yes, I can, but I drive very slowly.
819
Does your father drive too?
820
Yes, he does.
821
He drives very carefully.
822
Where does he usually go?
823
He usually drives to work and the market.
824
Has he ever taught you to drive?
825
Yes, he has.
826
He taught me when I was 18.
827
Did you find driving difficult at first?
828
Yes, I did.
829
I was nervous in the beginning.
830
Are you comfortable driving now?
831
Yes, I am.
832
I feel much more confident now.
833
Will you drive to the airport tomorrow?
834
Yes, I will.
835
I'll leave home early.
836
Aren't you worried about traffic?
837
A little, but I leave early to avoid it.
838
What time are you going to leave?
839
I'm going to leave at 10 in the morning.
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Vocabulary and speaking notes for this lesson
This video has 839 sentences and 4646 words to shadow. The speech runs for 38:23. The speaker talks at a steady 121 words per minute, a comfortable pace for shadowing. 86% of the words are among the 3,000 most common in English; the rest is worth studying before you start.
Key vocabulary in this video
15 words from the video worth learning, with pronunciation and meaning:
| Word | Pronunciation | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| routine noun | /ɹuˈtin/ | A course of action to be followed regularly; a standard procedure. |
| jacket noun | /ˈd͡ʒæk.ɪt/ | A piece of clothing worn on the upper body outside a shirt or blouse, often waist length to thigh length. |
| habit noun | /ˈhæb.ɪt/ | An action performed on a regular basis. |
| topic noun | /ˈtɑpɪk/ | A subject; a theme; a category or general area of interest. |
| clock noun | /klɑk/ | A chronometer, an instrument that measures time, particularly the time of day. |
| relax verb | /ɹɪˈlæks/ | To make something loose. |
| vegetable noun | /ˈvɛd͡ʒ.tə.bəl/ | A plant raised for some edible part of it, such as the leaves, roots, fruit or flowers, but excluding any plant considered to be a fruit, grain, herb, or spice… |
| arrive verb | /əˈɹaɪv/ | To reach; to get to a certain place. |
| hobby noun | /ˈhɑ.bi/ | An activity that one enjoys doing in one's spare time. |
| egg noun | /ɛɡ/ | An approximately spherical or ellipsoidal body produced by birds, insects, reptiles, and other animals, often housing an embryo within a membrane or shell… |
| juice noun | /d͡ʒuːs/ | A liquid made from plant, especially fruit. |
| brush noun | /bɹʌʃ/ | An implement consisting of multiple more or less flexible bristles or other filaments attached to a handle, used for any of various purposes including… |
| hungry adjective | /ˈhʌŋ.ɡɹi/ | Affected by hunger; having the physical need for food. |
| taxi noun | /ˈtæksi/ | A vehicle that may be hired for single journeys by members of the public, particularly one with an automated meter to calculate the fare. |
| grammar noun | /ˈɡɹæm.ə(ɹ)/ | A system of rules and principles for the structure of a language, or of languages in general. |
Phrasal verbs you will hear
| Word | Pronunciation | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| wake up verb | /ˌweɪk ˈʌp/ | To stop sleeping; to awake. |
| get up verb | To move in an upward direction; to ascend or climb. | |
| bring back verb | /ˈbɹɪŋ bæk/ | To fetch something. |
| look forward to verb | To anticipate, expect, or wait for, especially with a feeling of approval or pleasure; to be excited or eager to. | |
| sold out adjective | Completely sold; of which no more is in stock. | |
| stay up verb | To remain awake; to not go to bed. |
Grammar in this video
The structures the speaker uses most, with the exact words from the video:
| Structure | In the video |
|---|---|
| Present perfect have/has + past participle — a past action that still matters now | We've practiced · I've saved · haven't eaten |
| Advice with “should” should + verb — saying what is a good idea | should talk · should practice · Should we practice |
| Verb + -ing enjoy, keep, stop… + -ing — verbs that are followed by the -ing form | start studying · practice speaking · enjoy talking |
| Past continuous was/were + -ing — an action in progress at a moment in the past | Was speaking · was looking |
Pronunciation to watch
The speaker uses 112 contractions and reduced forms, such as I'm, don't, I'll. Say them the short way, as you hear them.
- The “sh” and “zh” sounds: brush /bɹʌʃ/, shoe /ˈʃu/, dish /dɪʃ/, dictionary /ˈdɪk.ʃəˌnɛ.ɹi/, pronunciation /pɹəˌnʌn.siˈeɪ.ʃən/
- Long words — get the stress right: naturally /ˈnæt͡ʃ.(ə.)ɹə.li/, photography /fəˈtɑ.ɡɹə.fi/, dictionary /ˈdɪk.ʃəˌnɛ.ɹi/, elevator /ˈɛləˌveɪtɚ/, vocabulary /vəˈkæb.jə.lə.ɹi/
How to practise with this video
- Listen to the whole video once without speaking and note the words you do not know.
- Shadow it sentence by sentence at normal speed, repeating each one until your rhythm matches the speaker.
- Record yourself and compare with the original, paying attention to words like routine, jacket, habit.
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.