跟读练习: Does drinking coffee really help you stay awake? |🎙️ 8 Minute English | Beginner - 通过视频学习英语口语
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Hello, listeners.
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I'm excited to meet again.
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Welcome to the 8-Minute English Podcast Series on the Learn English Podcast channel.
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I'm your host, Nathan.
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It's a pleasure to have you with us.
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A cup of coffee can give you energy in the morning, or help you stay awake when working at night.
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But does it always keep you awake?
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And how should we drink coffee the right way?
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The conversation between Drake, Matthew, and Jimmy will answer these questions.
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They are relatives who are meeting again at a party.
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We've prepared a special free PDF for this episode, full of useful tips and vocabulary to help with your learning.
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Don't forget to check it out.
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Now let's start this journey.
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You know, I can't even count how many cups of coffee I've had today.
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Probably my fifth one.
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But hey, it keeps me awake.
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I'm thinking of drinking more coffee too.
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I just started my first job and I feel tired all the time.
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It must be hard for you at first.
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Do you think coffee really works?
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I've been losing sleep and I'm not sure if coffee will help or make it worse.
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I understand why you feel that way, Jimmy.
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Coffee does make you feel awake, but it's not always the best answer.
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Magic or not, it works for me.
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I mean, look at me.
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I'm still going strong, even after all those late nights at work.
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And coffee's my best friend.
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It's just coffee, right?
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Oh, it's a bit more than just coffee.
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That's because of the caffeine in coffee.
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Caffeine affects the brain.
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So, it doesn't just make you feel awake, and that's it?
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That's right.
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It stops something in your body called adenosine.
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Adenosine makes you feel tired.
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So when you drink coffee, the caffeine stops you from feeling sleepy, and you feel more awake.
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Oh, so caffeine makes the brain think we're not tired?
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Exactly.
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But the effect of caffeine doesn't stay for a long time.
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When it's gone, the tired feeling comes back, and you might feel even more sleepy.
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That's why sometimes you feel very tired after the caffeine goes away.
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Yeah, I've had those tired moments after coffee, but I just grab another cup.
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Problem solved, right?
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That's the tricky part.
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The more coffee you drink, the more your body gets used to it.
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Over time, you need more coffee to feel awake.
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So, if I drink a lot of coffee now, it won't help me as much later?
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That sounds hard.
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Yes, that's true.
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And if you keep drinking more coffee, you might also get some bad effects.
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Bad effects?
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It's just coffee.
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How bad could it be?
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If you drink too much coffee, it can make you feel nervous or make it hard to sleep later.
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Some people feel their heart beat fast or feel worried.
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It's not as harmless as you think if you drink a lot.
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I didn't know coffee could do that to me.
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Yes, if you drink it in the afternoon or evening, it can make it hard to sleep.
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A lot of people drink coffee and don't realize it's why they can't sleep well.
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Okay, I understand.
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But for someone like me who needs to stay awake for work, what else can I do?
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Coffee is the easiest option.
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There are other ways to stay awake.
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Sometimes you're just tired because you're not drinking enough water.
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Drinking water can help, or you can take a short walk to feel more awake.
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A healthy snack with protein can give you energy that lasts longer than coffee.
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I could try walking instead of drinking coffee, but coffee seems faster.
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Yeah, how can I drink coffee without having too much?
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You don't need to quit coffee.
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Just be smart about it.
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Remember not to drink it too late in the day.
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It'll mess with your sleep.
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For example, drink coffee only in the morning or right after lunch, but skip it in the late afternoon.
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This way, you can still enjoy coffee without it messing up your sleep.
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Maybe I'll try to drink less coffee.
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I could switch to something else after 5 p.m.
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That's a great idea.
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Coffee is okay as long as you also drink water, eat healthy, and sleep enough.
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It's all about balance.
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That sounds possible for me.
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Yeah, you can also try different types of coffee.
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Just find one that is suitable for you.
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Some coffees have more caffeine while others have less.
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That's right.
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If you like Vietnamese drip coffee, it's very strong.
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It takes a long time to brew, which makes it taste even stronger.
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You just have to pick what suits your energy needs.
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You can try a small sample pack of the coffee before you buy it for a large amount.
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Thanks.
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These tips sound simple, but I think they'll really help.
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I'll start tomorrow.
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Let's see how long you can do it, Jimmy, especially with your new job.
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Hey, it's all about forming good habits now.
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You guys got this.
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Just kidding.
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I'm doing it too.
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No more coffee in the afternoon for me.
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Now, let's learn some important vocabulary together.
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The first word for today is awake.
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It means not sleeping.
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Hannah says coffee helps her stay awake during long work hours.
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Next, we have a noun called magic.
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It means a power that seems impossible.
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Drake jokes that whether coffee is magic or not, it still helps him stay awake when he's tired.
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The next word is a noun, effect.
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This means a change that happens because of something.
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Hannah says the effect of caffeine doesn't last for a long time.
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Now, let's learn the verb grab.
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It means to take something quickly.
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Drake often grabs another cup of coffee when he feels tired.
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The last word is option.
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It means a choice between different things.
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Jimmy says coffee seems like the easiest option to stay awake.
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Now let's answer some questions below.
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The first question, what would you do if you felt tired at work like Jimmy?
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If I felt tired at work, I'd take a quick walk or maybe have a small snack.
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It's better than drinking coffee all the time.
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The second question, would you stop drinking coffee in the afternoon like Drake plans to?
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About me, I would stop drinking coffee in the afternoon because I want to sleep better at night.
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That's all.
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Please share your answers in the comments.
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I would like to hear them.
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Hey everyone!
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Here's a fun and surprising fact about coffee.
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Did you know that coffee can actually improve your social interactions?
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A study from the University of Oxford found that caffeine can make people feel closer.
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This means that sharing a cup of coffee can make your conversations easier.
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It can also create a stronger friendship.
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But be careful!
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Too much coffee can make you feel nervous, which can have the opposite effect.
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So when you have coffee with a friend, remember you're not just enjoying a drink, you're also building a connection.
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Just don't drink too much to keep the good feelings.
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I'll suggest some activities, so you will have so much fun with friends or family when going out for coffee.
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Trying a board game like Uno or Jenga, adding a little friendly competition to your coffee time.
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Don't forget to choose a board game cafe for a suitable and comfortable space.
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You can also share favorite books or talk about a recent read.
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It's a perfect chance to explore fun ideas together.
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For something creative, bring along a notebook to sketch, write, or even give project ideas.
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You could also pick a fun topic to chat about, like dream travel spots or future goals.
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That's it.
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So, let's enjoy it from now on.
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That is the end of today's topic.
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I hope you found ways to stay awake without using too much coffee.
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Coffee is good if we use it right.
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You can also look for other things to help you feel awake.
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Try using the tips from the podcast for a while and come back to share your results.
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I hope you succeed.
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Goodbye and see you again in the next episode.
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Please stay healthy.
为什么通过这个视频练习口语？
在这段视频中，演讲者们讨论了咖啡与警觉性之间的关系。对于学习英语的你来说，这样的对话能够帮助你提高口语表达能力。通过模仿视频中的对话，你可以学习到如何在实际场合中自然地使用英语。不仅如此，练习这种口语可以让你在生活中更自信地进行交流，比如在工作会议或朋友聚会上。此外，学习与生活息息相关的话题，如咖啡的影响，可以引导你更自如地与他人展开讨论，进而提升你的英语水平。
上下文中的语法和表达
在这段对话中，有几个重要的语法和表达结构非常值得注意：
- Does it always keep you awake? - 这是一个典型的疑问句，用于询问某事的普遍真实性。在练习时，可以尝试替换句中的内容，以创造不同的疑问。
- It stops something in your body called adenosine. - 这句话使用了被动语态，通过这种方式，讲话者强调了“腺苷”这个概念的重要性。学习如何使用被动语态，将帮助你在学术或正式场合中表达观点。
- The more coffee you drink, the more your body gets used to it. - 这是一个比较结构，揭示因果关系。掌握这种结构，可以帮助你在解释复杂概念时更加清晰。
常见的发音陷阱
在视频中，有一些单词和短语可能会让学习者感到困惑：
- Caffeine - 这个词的发音可能会让初学者感到困难。强调“咖啡因”中的“ca”和“fine”部分，可以帮助你提高发音的准确性。
- Sleepy - 这个词末尾的“y”音应当清晰发出。练习此类词汇可以让你在类似情况下更加自信。
- Adenosine - 此单词较长，且结构复杂，容易导致发音错误。可以通过录音并与视频进行对比，反复练习来掌握其正确发音。
通过观看看YouTube学英语，结合提升英语发音的策略，你可以更有效地进行shadow speech练习。利用这些技巧，你不仅能提高口语流利度，还能加深对英语语法和表达的理解，从而在实际交流中游刃有余。
什么是跟读法？
跟读法 (Shadowing) 是一种有科学依据的语言学习技巧，最初开发用于专业口译员的培训，并由多语言者Alexander Arguelles博士普及。这个方法简单而强大：您在听英语母语原声的同时立即大声重复——就像是一个延迟1-2秒紧跟说话者的影子。与被动听力或语法练习不同，跟读法强迫您的大脑和口腔肌肉同时处理并模仿真实的讲话模式。研究表明它能显着提高发音准确性，语调，节奏，连读，听力理解和口语流利度——使其成为雅思口语备考和真实英语交流最有效的方法之一。