Shadowing Practice: TOEFL Listening Practice | Conversation #28 | Student Orientation - Learn English Speaking with Video
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Prepare for the TOEFL listening section with this sample conversation.
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Listen to the conversation, answer the questions about it.
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Check your score at the end of the video.
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Review the conversation to understand the correct answers.
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Subscribe for more TOEFL listening practice with conversations.
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you Good morning.
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Welcome to our university.
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And more importantly, welcome to your new home away from home.
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My name is Ms. Taylor, and I'm here to help you settle in and make the most of your time here.
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How are you feeling so far?
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A little nervous, to be honest.
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Everything feels so different.
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That's totally normal.
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It's a big adjustment, but we're here to support you every step of the way.
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It'll take some time, but soon everything will start to feel familiar.
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Let me start by giving you an overview of some key campus resources.
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That would be really helpful.
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I don't want to fall behind in my classes.
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I understand.
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And that's exactly why we have academic support in place.
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If you ever need help with your coursework, we have a writing center and a tutoring center, both located in the main library.
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They offer free one -on -one sessions to help you with essays, assignments, or even time management skills.
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Do I need to book an appointment, or can I just walk in?
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That sounds really convenient.
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Good question.
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You can do either, but appointments are recommended during busy times, like midterms and finals, to make sure you get the help you need without waiting too long.
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What about professors?
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Are they open to students asking for help?
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I was worried they might be too busy.
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Absolutely.
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Professors have office hours every week and they're happy to answer questions or go over material you didn't understand in class.
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They expect students to reach out, so don't hesitate.
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It's part of their job to support you.
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That's good to know.
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I wasn't sure if it was okay to approach them directly.
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It's nice to hear they actually encourage it.
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Yes, they do.
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Thank you.
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Building a good relationship with your professors can also be really helpful for networking and future opportunities.
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Do I need to pay for those services?
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It's a relief that most things are covered.
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Most services are covered under your student health insurance, so you won't need to pay out of pocket for basic care.
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Just make sure to bring your student ID when you visit the health center.
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And what about fitness?
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Is there a gym I can use?
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I'd love to keep up with my workouts.
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Yes, we have a state -of -the -art recreation center with a gym, swimming pool, and fitness classes like yoga and Zumba.
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It's free for all students, you just need your ID to get in.
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That's awesome.
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I'll definitely check it out.
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I didn't expect there to be so many options.
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I'm glad to hear that.
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Staying active is a great way to manage stress and stay healthy while adjusting to university life.
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What about transportation?
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Are there buses for getting around campus?
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I don't have a bike, so that's really useful.
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Yes, we have a free campus shuttle service that runs from 6 a .m to midnight.
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It stops at all the major buildings and residence halls.
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If you're interested in biking in the future, there's also a bike sharing program available.
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That's great!
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And what about safety?
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It's good to know the university takes this seriously.
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We take campus safety very seriously.
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We have a 24 /7 campus security team, and there are emergency call boxes located throughout campus.
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You can also download our university's safety app, which has features like real -time alerts and a virtual walk -home service.
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That's really reassuring.
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I'll definitely download the Safety app.
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That's a great idea.
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It's always good to be prepared, and the app can give you peace of mind.
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Is there a list of the club somewhere?
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I'd love to join something and meet new people.
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Yes, you'll find a full list on the university website.
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And there's also a student organization fair next week where you can meet club representatives and sign up.
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That sounds fun.
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I'll definitely check it out.
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It's nice that there are so many ways to get involved.
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Absolutely.
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Getting involved in clubs is one of the best ways to make friends and feel more connected to the university community.
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Not right now, but who should I contact if I need help later?
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It's good to know there's always support available.
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You can always come to the International Student Office.
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We're here to answer any questions you have, whether it's about your visa, academics, or adjusting to life here.
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Thank you so much.
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This has been really helpful.
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I feel a lot better about starting here now.
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You're very welcome.
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I'm so glad you're here, and I can't wait to see you thrive.
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Welcome to our university.
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What is the main purpose of the conversation?
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Two.
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Why does Ms. Taylor mention midterms and finals when talking about tutoring services?
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3. How are the Campus Shuttle service and the bike sharing programs similar?
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4. What can be inferred about the University's fitness center?
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5. Which two reasons does Ms. Taylor give for why Ravi should visit his professors during office hours?
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Music Thank you.
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- Thank you.
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Thank you.
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Bu dersin kelimeleri ve konuşma notları
Bu B1 seviyesindeki konuşma dersi “TOEFL Listening Practice” videosuna dayanıyor. En çok tekrarlanan kelimeler: campus, student, conversation, center, professors. Bu videoda gölgeleme çalışması için 97 cümle ve 886 kelime var. Konuşma bölümü 7:08 sürüyor. Konuşmacı dakikada yaklaşık 124 kelimelik dengeli bir hızla konuşuyor; gölgeleme için rahat bir tempo. Kelimelerin %88’i İngilizcede en sık kullanılan 3.000 kelime arasında, bu yüzden kelime dağarcığını takip etmek kolay. 97 cümlenin 17 tanesi soru; soru tonlaması ve kısa cevaplar için iyi bir alıştırma.
Bu videodaki önemli kelimeler
Videodaki en ileri düzey 15 kelime, telaffuzu ve anlamıyla:
| Kelime | Telaffuz | Anlam |
|---|---|---|
| midterm sıfat | /ˈmɪdˌtɚm/ | dönem ortası, orta vade |
| tutor isim | /ˈtjuːtəː/ | lala |
| shuttle isim | /ˈʃʌtəl/ | mekik |
| locate fiil | /ˈloʊˌkeɪt/ | yerleştirmek |
| thrive fiil | /θɹajv/ | gelişmek, inkişaf etmek |
| hesitate fiil | /ˈhɛz.ə.teɪt/ | çekinmek, kararsız kalmak |
| adjustment isim | /əˈd͡ʒʌst.mənt/ | ayarlama, ayar |
| distress isim | /dɪˈstɹɛs/ | bun, kaygı |
| subscribe fiil | /səbˈskɹaɪb/ | abone olmak |
| recreation isim | /ɹiːkɹiˈeɪʃən/ | dinlence, rekreasyon |
| overview isim | /ˈoʊ.vɚˌvjuː/ | genel bakış, kısaca gözden geçirme |
| visa isim | /ˈviːzə/ | vize |
| convenient sıfat | /kənˈviː.niənt/ | elverişli, kullanışlı |
| yoga isim | /ˈjoʊ.ɡə/ | yoga |
| swim fiil | /swɪm/ | yüzmek |
Tekrar etmeye değer cümleler
Videodan, günlük konuşmada yeniden kullanabileceğiniz kısa ve tam cümleler:
- How are you feeling so far?
- I don't want to fall behind in my classes.
- It's part of their job to support you.
- Do I need to pay for those services?
- Is there a gym I can use?
Bu videodaki dil bilgisi
Konuşmacının en çok kullandığı yapılar, videodaki sözcüklerin aynısıyla:
| Yapı | Videoda |
|---|---|
| Edilgen yapı be + fiilin üçüncü hâli — kimin yaptığı değil, ne olduğu önemli | are recommended · are covered · be prepared |
| “should” ile tavsiye should + fiil — yapılması iyi olanı söylemek | should I contact · should visit |
| En üstünlük the -est / the most … — bir grubun en üstü ya da en altı | the most of · the best |
| “will” ile gelecek will + fiil — bir karar, söz ya da tahmin | It'll take · won't need · I'll definitely check |
Dikkat edilecek telaffuzlar
Konuşmacı don't, I'll, I'm gibi kısaltılmış biçimleri 24 kez kullanıyor. Bunları duyduğunuz gibi kısa söyleyin.
- “sh” ve “zh” sesleri: shuttle /ˈʃʌtəl/, reassure /ˌɹi.əˈʃʊɹ/, recreation /ɹiːkɹiˈeɪʃən/
- Uzun kelimeler — vurguyu doğru yere koyun: recreation /ɹiːkɹiˈeɪʃən/, importantly /ɪmˈpɔɹ.tənt.li/
Türkçe konuşanların zorlandığı sesler:
- /w/ — dudaklar yuvarlak, /v/ değil: workout /ˈwɝk.aʊ̯t/, swim /swɪm/
- Kelime başındaki ünsüz kümesi — araya ünlü eklemeyin: tutor /ˈtjuːtəː/, thrive /θɹajv/, swim /swɪm/
Bu videoyla nasıl çalışılır
- Videonun tamamını konuşmadan bir kez dinleyin ve bilmediğiniz kelimeleri not edin.
- Normal hızda cümle cümle tekrar edin; ritminiz konuşmacıyla aynı olana kadar her cümleyi yineleyin.
- Kendinizi kaydedin ve orijinaliyle karşılaştırın; midterm, tutor, shuttle gibi kelimelere özellikle dikkat edin.
Gölgeleme Tekniği Nedir?
Gölgeleme, başlangıçta profesyonel tercüman eğitimi için geliştirilen ve çok dilli Dr. Alexander Arguelles tarafından popüler hale getirilen, bilim destekli bir dil öğrenme tekniğidir. Yöntem basit ama güçlüdür: ana dili İngilizce olan bir sesi dinler ve hemen yüksek sesle tekrar edersiniz — konuşmacıyı 1-2 saniye gecikmeyle takip eden bir gölge gibi. Pasif dinleme veya dilbilgisi alıştırmalarının aksine, gölgeleme beyninizi ve ağız kaslarınızı gerçek konuşma kalıplarını eşzamanlı olarak işlemeye ve yeniden üretmeye zorlar. Araştırmalar, telaffuz doğruluğu, tonlama, ritim, bağlı konuşma, dinleme anlama ve konuşma akıcılığını önemli ölçüde geliştirdiğini göstermektedir — bu da onu IELTS Konuşma hazırlığı ve gerçek dünya İngilizce iletişimi için en etkili yöntemlerden biri yapar.