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0:00Do you feel confused when talking to someone in English?
0:04because you can't really understand what they're saying?
0:08Maybe people speak too fast
so you cannot hear the words clearly,
0:12Or you hear the words but you don't know the meaning.
0:16And the truth is: when listening is difficult, speaking becomes difficult too.
0:22Because if you can’t understand what people are saying, how can you talk to them?
0:27Don’t worry. Today’s lesson will help you fix that.
0:32In this video, I'll show you a special method to train your ears in a smart way.
0:38You will practice with three parts:
0:41Fill in the Blank, Select the Missing Word, and Choose the Best Answers.
0:46Just relax, listen carefully, and try to catch the missing words.
0:51You will learn useful vocabulary from real-life examples.
0:55It will help you remember them longer!
0:58So let’s begin with the first part!
1:06In part 1, you will have to fill in the blanks while listening to 2 short conversations.
1:12You will have five seconds
for each answer.
1:15Get ready and listen closely.
1:28Good morning! Welcome to Skyward Airways.
1:31Where are you flying to today?
1:34Hello! I am flying to Rome, Italy.
1:38Can I see your passports, please?
1:42Thank you. And do you have any luggage to check in today?
1:46Yes, I have one big suitcase. And one __________ bag.
2:03Great. For your checked suitcase, please place it on the scale for me.
2:09Oh, I'm sorry, sir. Your suitcase is ______.
2:23Really? How many pounds is it?
2:27Your suitcase is 53 pounds, sir. But you can only have 50 pounds.
2:31Great... Um. So, what options do I have?
2:35I really don't want to leave anything behind.
2:39You have two options, sir.
2:40You can pay an extra fee. It’s $20 per extra pound.
2:48Yes, I understand, sir. Many passengers are surprised too.
2:52What about option two?
2:55Option two is that you can take some items out and put them in your carry-on bag.
3:00Um... Let me think... Yeah, let me just remove a few things out...
3:06Of course, sir. Please take your suitcase off the scale.
3:10$20?! Unbelievable. I could buy a nice dinner with that.
3:16Just let me know when you're ready
and I'll weigh it again for you.
3:21Okay… I think I'm done. Is it good now?
3:30Oh, perfect. Finally! I was a little stressed for a moment.
3:35Here is your boarding pass. Your gate is B8, and the flight starts at 10:30 AM.
3:40Wonderful! Thank you so much for your patience and your help.
3:45My pleasure. Have a fantastic flight and enjoy your time in Italy!
4:06Gate B8... Gate B8...
4:10Where is it? Is it this way… or that way? Why is this airport so big?
4:17Excuse me? Could you help me, please?
4:21Of course, sir. How can I help you?
4:24I’m looking for Gate B8, but I think I’m lost.
4:28My flight starts boarding in about 40 minutes, so I’m a little worried.
4:33Gate B8... Let me see. Hmm, okay.
4:38You’re in Terminal 1 right now.
4:40You need to go to Terminal 2 for that gate.
4:44Oh, Terminal 2? How do I get there from here? Is it a long walk?
4:50Gate B8 is not far from here.
4:52You just need to turn
right at the coffee shop over there.
4:57Okay, so I turn right at the coffee shop.
5:01Yes, then go straight for about 200 meters.
5:05You will see a big sign that says “Terminal 2.”
5:09Turn right, go straight, and look for the big sign.
5:14After that, take the escalator down. It will bring you straight to Terminal 2.
5:20Great! And once I get to Terminal 2, how do I find the gate itself?
5:26It's easy from there. Just follow the blue signs. Gate B8 will be on your left side.
5:32It's next to a small restaurant
and close to the restrooms.
5:37Ah, okay! That really helps.
5:40I was walking in circles for five minutes.
5:44It happens. Airports can be confusing, especially when you’re in a hurry.
5:49True... Thank you so much for your help
5:53One more thing, sir. Before you go, always check the board for any last-minute update.
5:59Oh, right! The flight information board.
6:02Thanks for the reminder! I will check it.
6:05No problem at all, sir. Have a safe flight!
6:08I will, thanks again! Bye!
6:20In Part 2, you will listen to another conversation.
6:23There will be some blanks
6:25And you have to select the correct word or phrase to complete the sentences.
6:29Again, you will have 5 seconds for each answer.
6:33Stay focused and trust your ears!
6:47Hi there! Is this seat taken?
6:51Oh... Hello! No, it's... free. Please, sit down.
6:58Thanks! I'm Cora. Nice to meet you.
7:02I’m Kumiko. Nice... to meet you, Cora.
7:06Um. You are also... student here?
7:12Yeah, I started a few weeks ago.
7:14I saw your new face so I wanted to say hello.
7:18Ah, okay. I just start. Today is my... first time. I’m a little… nervous.
7:27Don’t worry. I ______ the same on my first day too. So, where are you from?
7:47I’m from Japan... And you?
7:50I’m from Greece. I moved here last year.
7:54I’m 23-years-old, by the way.
7:5723? I’m 20. So… how is it, living here?
8:03It’s good! Different, but I’m starting to like it...
8:08Are you working or studying, Kumiko?
8:12I... study art at a college. I love drawing and painting.
8:19Oooh, I love art, too, but I’m really bad at it.
8:23I like watching movies more.
8:26Sometimes I _____ with friends and we watch movies together.
8:42Movies are fun... Um... what do you..do, Cora?
8:47Well, I just finished school, and now I really need to improve my English.
8:53Why is that? Your English... sounds fine.
8:58I want to _____ a job here, and companies need people to speak good English.
9:16Why do you want to learn English, Kumiko?
9:19Oh, I learn English because of my studies.
9:22I also want to talk with... people here.
9:26That ______! This class helps a lot. After three weeks, I already feel more confident.
9:46Really? I'm happy to hear that.
9:50You’ll be fine. Hey, I was thinking… since we both want to learn English.
9:57Maybe we can go to a café after class and practice?
10:00If you're free, of course.
10:19Perfect! Ah, looks like the teacher is here.
10:33In this part, you will listen to 2 short conversations.
10:37After that, you will answer 3 questions based on what you hear.
10:41Pay close attention, think carefully, and choose the best answer.
10:57Look who is finally here…
10:59Woah, are you okay, Dean? You look like a zombie.
11:04Very funny, Sam. This morning was a mess. One thing after another.
11:11You're never this late.
11:13My alarm didn’t ring. I always wake up at 7, but today, I opened my eyes and it was 8:15 AM.
11:22So I jumped out of bed like a superhero! Fast shower, fast clothes. I probably…
11:28Uh, Dean? I think your shoes don't match.
11:32One is a work shoe and the other one...
11:35I KNOW! I only saw it when I got here. I was in a hurry, I didn't even look.
11:41Did you at least have breakfast
or a cup of coffee?
11:46Nope! Nothing! I completely forgot to eat. My brain was just screaming "BUS! BUS! BUS!"
11:56Why didn't you drive?
11:58You have a car, right?
12:02My car is broken. Still at the repair shop. So I had to run to the bus stop.
12:12I got to the street and I saw it.
12:15My bus was driving away
and it didn't wait for me.
12:19Ouch! That's just bad luck.
12:22The next bus was so slow. Then I ran from the bus stop to the office.
12:27And finally, I walked in at 9:15.
12:31Please tell me that our manager didn't see you.
12:35Ahaha! YES! Mr. Miller did see me and he was not happy.
12:40He gave me that scary look.
12:43... Hey... But... you are here now. That's good.
12:49Here. Have my cookies. You need food... and maybe a quick shoe change later.
12:55Thanks, Sam. You're my hero today. I was so hungry I thought I might fall over.
13:01Just eat the cookies, Dean.
14:47Thanks for inviting me for dinner, sis. You REALLY are a great cook.
14:53Oh, thanks! I’m happy you like the food. It’s nice to have a relaxed dinner together.
14:59Yeah... We should do this more often.
15:03So, tell me, what does a normal Tuesday night look like for my little brother now?
15:09I feel like we never talk about our normal days.
15:13Oh, it's nothing much. I usually finish work around 6 PM, then I just... relax.
15:21I don't really cook much during the week.
15:23So I eat dinner pretty late, like 8 or even 9.
15:289 PM? That's so late! I usually eat dinner around 6:30.
15:35Well, that's you, not me. After dinner, I text some friends or watch TV. That's it.
15:42So, no hobbies? No... exercise?
15:46My only exercise is... walking from the sofa to the fridge!
15:52Tom! After I eat, I read a book for about 30 minutes.
15:57Then I do some light exercise. Some yoga or a short walk.
16:02Wow, you live like a grandma!
16:05It's just a simple routine, it helps me sleep well.
16:09And what time do you go to sleep?
16:11I go to bed at midnight.
16:14Hey, don't look at me that way.
16:16Do you go to sleep at the perfect time?
16:20Of course! At 10:30 PM. No phone after 10.
16:25Okay, woah... You and I are really different!
16:30Everyone has their own style.
16:32You are a "chill" person and I am a "plan" person. That's okay!
16:39Haha, yeah. I guess you're right. As long as we're both happy.
16:44But promise me you'll at least try putting the phone down a bit earlier. You'll feel better.
16:50Hmm… Maybe. I'll think about it... but no promises!
18:34Thank you so much for watching!
18:36I hope this lesson was helpful.
18:39Remember, the more you practice, the better you will become.
18:42So, keep listening, and keep learning.
18:45I will see you in the next video. Goodbye.
