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Hello and welcome to Real Easy English, the podcast where we have real conversations in easy English to help you learn.
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I'm Beth.
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And I'm Neil.
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hi neil how are you i'm hungry me too i'm starving well that's good because
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we're talking about lunch today we're recording this just before lunch so it's no wonder that we're both very hungry You might be able to hear our tummies rumble because we're hungry.
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Okay, so shall we begin?
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Yes, let's do it.
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What have you got for lunch today?
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Today, for my lunch, I have chicken with potatoes and vegetables in a harissa paste.
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Oh, that sounds really nice.
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nice.
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Yeah, it's leftovers actually, which I have heated up and brought in in a little flask.
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What are leftovers?
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Good question.
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Leftovers, that's food from a meal that you've already had that you didn't finish and you can heat it up and eat it again.
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Yes.
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I also have leftovers for my lunch today.
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So yesterday I made a pasta for lunch with vegetables in it, and I have that.
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So Beth, what do you usually have for lunch?
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Is it usually leftovers or something else?
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it's usually leftovers when i come into work because it's easier and then i don't need to
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buy lunch but if i go out and buy food then i would usually go for
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something like sushi or ramen what about you what do you usually have for lunch um
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yeah sometimes i have leftovers that i bring in sometimes i buy a sandwich for example what's your favorite kind of sandwich
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if i have a sandwich if i buy a sandwich for lunch i like to get things like smoked salmon
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nice with pickles maybe yeah there's a really good baguette i like actually that has um
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smoked salmon and egg mayonnaise in it oh it's so nice stop it sorry so hungry Neil do you ever skip lunch no No way.
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I would be in a horrible mood if I skipped lunch.
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I don't understand how anyone can skip any meal.
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I need to eat all my meals.
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Yeah.
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Otherwise you get hangry.
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Exactly.
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Hangry is hungry and angry.
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I'm on the...
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I'm almost getting hangry now.
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What's your favourite meal?
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Is it lunch, breakfast, dinner?
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I think the evening meal is probably my favourite because we sit at the table and chat and it's the biggest, nicest meal of the day.
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And you don't really have to do anything after so you can relax.
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Yeah, that's good.
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And I really like brunch, which is that sort of in between breakfast and lunch, maybe 10 o'clock.
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And I might have eggs and bacon and hash browns and avocado, a big meal full of lots of good food, like a brunch.
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Do you ever have a working lunch?
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I do occasionally if I'm working from home because I can carry on working and eat quickly
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and then in my actual lunch break I might have a nice long walk or something like that.
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But when I'm in the office I don't want to eat at my desk.
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No, me neither.
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I don't really like working lunches.
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I would rather eat my lunch without working.
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Yeah, I'd prefer the same really.
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Let's recap the language we heard during the conversation.
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We heard skip, which means not have or do.
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For example, I never skip lunch.
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We heard working lunch, which is when you eat your lunch while you're working.
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We also had leftovers, which is when you don't finish a meal so you have more of it at a different time, like the next day.
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And we talked about which meals and food we prefer.
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If you prefer something, you like it better than something else.
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Yes, and another phrase we can use to say this is would rather.
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For example, I'd rather have sushi than a sandwich for lunch.
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That's it for this episode of Real Easy English.
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About This Lesson

In this lesson, you will engage with a lively conversation about lunch between two friends. The focus will be on common food vocabulary, the concept of leftovers, and everyday lunch habits. By the end of the lesson, you will enhance your understanding of casual English conversations while practicing your listening and speaking skills. This is a great opportunity to improve your English pronunciation through the shadowing technique, where you can mimic the speakers to refine your accent and fluency.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • Leftovers: Food from a previous meal that hasn’t been eaten.
  • Hangry: A blend of hungry and angry, describing the irritability that comes from hunger.
  • Brunch: A meal that combines breakfast and lunch, typically enjoyed late in the morning or early afternoon.
  • Smoked salmon: Salmon that has been cured and has a distinct flavor, often used in sandwiches.
  • Working lunch: A lunch where work-related activities occur, often while eating.
  • Baguette: A long, narrow loaf of French bread, known for its crispy crust.
  • Ramen: A Japanese noodle soup dish, popular in many places around the world.

Practice Tips

To maximize your learning experience, consider using the shadowing technique during this lesson. Listen closely to the conversation as Beth and Neil discuss their lunch choices. Feel free to play short sections repeatedly, imitating their tone and speed. This practice can help you improve your English pronunciation significantly.

Start by focusing on their natural rhythm and intonation; as you progress, try to speak along with them when you feel comfortable. This exercise not only aids in remembering vocabulary but also helps you develop a more authentic accent. The conversation is casual and relatable, making it an excellent opportunity for English speaking practice without feeling overwhelmed. Remember, the key is consistencyβ€”so make shadow speech a part of your daily routine to see noticeable improvements in your English skills.

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 β€” 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 β€” making it one of the most effective methods for IELTS Speaking preparation and real-world English communication.

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