跟讀練習: هذه المهارة ستغيّر طريقة تحدثك بالإنجليزية | بودكاست تعلم الانجليزية B1–B2 - 通過影片學習英語口語
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Hi everyone, and welcome back to our B1, B2 English podcast.
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Alex, I have a question for you.
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Would you either work from home or work in an office?
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I'd probably choose working from home.
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No commuting, more flexibility, and I can usually concentrate better.
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What about you?
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I'd choose the office.
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Working from home is definitely more convenient, but I think the office is better for communication and teamwork.
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And that brings us perfectly to today's topic, comparing ideas and discussing advantages and disadvantages.
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Because in real conversations, we constantly compare things.
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Two jobs, two cities, two products, different ways of studying, or even major life decisions.
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And at B1, B2 level, we want to go beyond this one is better or that one is cheaper.
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Exactly.
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For example, working from home is more flexible than working in an office.
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However, one disadvantage is that you may have less interaction with your colleagues.
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Now you're doing three things, comparing, giving an advantage, and mentioning a disadvantage.
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And some useful phrases are compared with, one advantage is, the main disadvantage is, and on the plus side.
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For example, living in a big city can be expensive.
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On the plus side, you usually have more job opportunities and things to do.
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Throughout this episode, we'll learn how to compare different options, discuss their pros and cons, and explain which one you would choose and why.
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And if you want structured practice to develop your speaking, listening, vocabulary, and everyday communication,
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you'll find all the details about our English courses in the description.
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So, here's the goal for today.
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When someone gives you two options, don't just tell them which one is better.
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Explain how they're different, what each one offers, what the drawbacks are, and which one works better for the situation.
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That's the kind of answer that takes a simple conversation to B1, B2 level.
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Let's start with making comparisons sound more natural.
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Imagine you are comparing living in a big city with living in a small town.
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You could say, a big city is more exciting than a small town.
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That's correct, but we can develop it.
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Big cities tend to offer more job opportunities and entertainment,
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whereas small towns are usually quieter and less crowded.
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Notice the word whereas.
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It's really useful when you want to show a clear contrast.
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For example, studying online gives you more flexibility, whereas studying in a classroom gives you more direct interaction with your teacher.
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You can also use while.
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While public transport is cheaper, driving your own car gives you more freedom.
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And sometimes two options are similar.
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You can say both options.
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They both.
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Or one thing they have in common is, for example, both online and face -to -face courses can be effective.
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The main difference is how you interact with the teacher and other students.
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You can also make the difference stronger or softer.
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Instead of it's cheaper, try it's slightly cheaper, it's much cheaper, or it's considerably more expensive.
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So don't compare only with better, worse, bigger, and cheaper use friezes like whereas,
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while, both, slightly, and much to make the comparison clearer and more precise.
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That gives the listener a much better understanding of the real difference between the two options.
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Now let's talk about pros and cons.
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Imagine you're thinking about buying something online instead of going to a store.
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You might say, one of the biggest advantages of shopping online is convenience.
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You can compare different products and prices without leaving home.
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But then we need to consider the downside.
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You could say, the main drawback is that, the main drawback is that you can't actually see or try the product before buying it.
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Other useful phrases are, one downside is, the biggest benefit is, and on the plus side.
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For example, studying Being abroad can be expensive and challenging.
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On the plus side, you get to experience a different culture and become more independent.
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Or, one downside of having your own business is that you have more responsibility.
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However, the biggest benefit is having more control over your work.
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And remember, an advantage for one person might be a disadvantage for someone else.
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Working from home might feel comfortable and flexible to one person, but another person might find it lonely or distracting.
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So you can say, it really depends on… For example, it really depends on your personality and the type of work you do.
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Exactly.
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A good B1 to B2 discussion isn't just a list – advantage 1, advantage 2, disadvantage 1.
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Explain why each point matters.
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So, when discussing pros and cons, think, what's the benefit, what's the drawback,
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and most importantly, who is it a benefit or drawback for?
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That makes her answer much more thoughtful and natural.
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Now imagine you understand the advantages and disadvantages of both options.
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How do you actually decide which one is better for you?
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Let's say you're choosing between a higher -paying job with long working hours and a lower -paying job with more free time.
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That's not an easy choice.
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You could say, the higher salary is definitely attractive, but I'd have to consider whether it's worth giving up so much of my free time.
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A useful phrase here is, it comes down to.
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For example, for me it comes down to work -life balance.
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You can also say, the biggest factor for me is, what matters most to me is,
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or if I had to choose, I'd go for, for example, if I had to choose,
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I'd go for the lower paying job because having enough time for my family and personal life matters more to me.
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And sometimes there isn't one perfect option.
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You might say, there are advantages to both, or neither option is perfect.
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For example, neither option is perfect.
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Living in the city is more convenient, but living outside the city is usually quieter and cheaper.
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Exactly.
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The important thing is to show how you're making the decision, not just announce your choice.
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So when comparing two options, ask yourself, what matters most to me?
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Which disadvantage am I willing to accept?
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And which option fits my situation better?
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Once you can explain those things in English, you're not just comparing anymore, you're actually evaluating your options and making a clear decision.
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Let's finish with a complete example.
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Imagine you're deciding whether to buy a car or use public transport.
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You could say, having your own car is much more convenient because you can travel whenever you want.
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On the other hand, owning a car can be expensive when you consider fuel, insurance, and maintenance.
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Then compare it with the other option.
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Public transport is usually much cheaper, whereas having a car gives you more freedom and privacy.
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And finally, make your choice.
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If I had to choose, I'd probably go for a car because flexibility matters more to me.
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However, it really depends on where you live and how often you need to travel.
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That's a complete B1, B2 answer.
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You compared the options, discussed the pros and cons, and explained your final choice.
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So, here's your challenge.
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Choose one pair living in a city versus a small town, working from home versus working in an office,
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studying online versus studying in a classroom.
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Talk about the advantages and disadvantages of both, then explain which one you would choose and why.
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And if you want structured practice to develop your speaking, listening, vocabulary, and everyday communication,
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you'll find all the details about our English courses in the description.
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Remember, there's not always one perfect answer.
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Good B1 to B2 speaking is about being able to look at both sides, explain the differences, and make your reasoning clear.
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So next time you're given two options, don't just say, this one is better.
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Tell us what makes them different, what you gain, what you give up, and why you'd choose one over the other.
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本課的詞彙與口語要點
這節 B2 級別的口語課以影片“هذه المهارة ستغيّر طريقة تحدثك بالإنجليزية”為素材。 影片中反覆出現的詞有：option, advantage, example, disadvantage, choose。 這段影片共有 108 個句子、1322 個單詞可供跟讀。 講話部分時長為 9:42。 說話人語速平穩，每分鐘約 136 個詞，很適合跟讀。 86% 的單詞屬於英語最常用的 3,000 詞，其餘的詞建議在練習前先學一下。
影片中的重點詞彙
影片中最難的 15 個單詞，附發音和釋義：
| 單詞 | 發音 | 釋義 |
|---|---|---|
| disadvantage 名詞 | /ˌdɪsədˈvæntɪd͡ʒ/ | 不利 |
| drawback 名詞 | /ˈdɹɔˌbæk/ | 缺點 /缺點 |
| downside 名詞 | /ˈdaʊnˌsaɪd/ | 負面 /負面, 缺點 /缺點 |
| convenient 形容詞 | /kənˈviː.niənt/ | 方便 |
| depend 動詞 | /dɪˈpɛnd/ | 信任, 信賴 /信賴 |
| vocabulary 名詞 | /vəˈkæb.jə.lə.ɹi/ | 詞匯 /詞彙, 語匯 /語彙 |
| flexible 形容詞 | /ˈflɛk.sɪ.bəl/ | 靈活 /靈活 |
| classroom 名詞 | /ˈklɑːsɹʊm/ | 教室, 課堂 /課堂 |
| excite 動詞 | /ɪkˈsaɪt/ | 激動 /激動 |
| frieze 名詞 | /ˈfɹiːz/ | 腰線 /腰線 |
| teamwork 名詞 | 團隊合作 /團隊合作, 全隊合作 /全隊合作 | |
| listener 名詞 | /ˈlɪs(ə)nɚ/ | 傾聽者 /傾聽者, 聽者 /聽者 |
| distract 動詞 | /dɪˈstɹækt/ | 分心 |
| thoughtful 形容詞 | /ˈθɔːtfəl/ | 周到 |
| colleague 名詞 | /ˈkɒliːɡ/ | 同事, 同僚 |
影片中出現的短語動詞
| 單詞 | 釋義 |
|---|---|
| give up 動詞 | 投案, 自首 |
值得反覆跟讀的句子
影片中簡短而完整的句子，可以直接用在日常對話裡：
- Would you either work from home or work in an office?
- I'd probably choose working from home.
- Let's start with making comparisons sound more natural.
- That's correct, but we can develop it.
- Which disadvantage am I willing to accept?
需要注意的發音
說話人用了 25 次縮略和弱讀形式，例如 you're, I'd, don't。請按聽到的簡短形式來說。
- 長單詞——注意重音位置: disadvantage /ˌdɪsədˈvæntɪd͡ʒ/, flexibility /ˌflɛksɪˈbɪlɪti/, vocabulary /vəˈkæb.jə.lə.ɹi/, considerably /kənˈsɪdəɹəbli/, importantly /ɪmˈpɔɹ.tənt.li/
中文母語者容易讀錯的音：
- /v/ — 不要讀成 /w/，上齒輕觸下唇: disadvantage /ˌdɪsədˈvæntɪd͡ʒ/, convenient /kənˈviː.niənt/, vocabulary /vəˈkæb.jə.lə.ɹi/, evaluate /ɪˈvaljʊeɪt/, convenience /kənˈvinjəns/
- 詞尾子音 — 要讀清楚，後面不要加母音: disadvantage /ˌdɪsədˈvæntɪd͡ʒ/, drawback /ˈdɹɔˌbæk/, downside /ˈdaʊnˌsaɪd/, convenient /kənˈviː.niənt/, depend /dɪˈpɛnd/
- /r/ 和 /l/ 的區別: vocabulary /vəˈkæb.jə.lə.ɹi/, classroom /ˈklɑːsɹʊm/, considerably /kənˈsɪdəɹəbli/, importantly /ɪmˈpɔɹ.tənt.li/
如何用這段影片練習
- 先完整聽一遍影片，不要開口，記下不認識的單詞。
- 用正常速度逐句跟讀，每句重複到你的節奏與說話人一致為止。
- 錄下自己的聲音並與原聲對比，特別注意 disadvantage, drawback, downside 這類單詞。
什麼是跟讀法？
跟讀法 (Shadowing) 是一種有科學依據的語言學習技巧，最初開發用於專業口譯員的培訓，並由多語言者Alexander Arguelles博士普及。這個方法簡單而強大：您在聽英語母語原聲的同時立即大聲重複——就像是一個延遲1-2秒緊跟說話者的影子。與被動聽力或語法練習不同，跟讀法強迫您的大腦和口腔肌肉同時處理並模模擬實的講話模式。研究表明它能顯著提高發音準確性，語調，節奏，連讀，聽力理解和口語流利度——使其成為雅思口語備考和真實英語交流最有效的方法之一。