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speaking Part 2 summary
3-4 mins
monologue
1 min preparation
up to 2 min to talk
speak as naturally as you can
follow a logical and clear argument
200-250 words
don't use memorized answers

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IELTS Speaking Module Part 2 📚📝

1. One second
2. It depends
3. Really?
4. Ok, then
5. Over there
6. Got you 
7. Forget it / Never mind
8. You ok?
9. Sorry?
10. Sounds good
11. Sure
12.  We’ll see
Please tell me in the comments if you’ve passed this challenge or not

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Can you translate these everyday English phrases into Chinese?

Talking about two to three countries that. My students. Tell me they love. And it's always important to listen. To your students.

Can I Say - Can I Do

Jumping out of new Lifestyle.

a. Fit as a fiddle - To be in excellent physical health.
      Example: "Even in his old age, he's fit as a fiddle."
   b. Sick as a dog - To be very ill or sick.
      Example: "After eating that spoiled food, I felt sick as a dog."
   c. Catch some Z's - To get some sleep or rest.
      Example: "I'm going to catch some Z's before the big presentation tomorrow."
   d. Mind over matter - The power of one's mind to overcome physical challenges.
      Example: "With a positive mindset, she proved that it's mind over matter."
   e. An apple a day keeps the doctor away - Eating healthy can help prevent illnesses.
      Example: "S


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Health-related idioms

Let's do a big exercise on syllables with compound finals

Who says Chinese is hard？ 谁说中文很难

Drills in Chinese Pinyin_  syllables with compound finals

An interview in a foreign language is not an easy task.  But, there are steps you can take to get ready now!  

Here are some tips on getting ready for an interview in English.  

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What can I do to prepare for an Interview in English?

On this episode of The Real English Conversations Podcast, Amy & Curtis are going to share some of their memories and adventures from traveling around Canada on a ferry boat. These boats are part of the transportation and highway network in areas where cars and people need to get across rivers, lakes, and even sections of the ocean!

Learn English On Italki with the host of this Podcast: 
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Ferry Boat Rides: Real English Conversations Podcast On Italki

The boardroom shimmered with anticipation. It was our moment – the chance to present our green energy solution to a potential billion-dollar partner.  Months of research and development hung in the balance.  As CEO, I knew the presentation had to be flawless.

Flashback six weeks.  We'd made the initial contact with them, but our initial proposal was met with a lukewarm response.  Their feedback – "unclear goals" and "lack of data-driven evidence."  It was a harsh lesson.  We'd underestimated the importance of clear communication.

This time, we went all in on preparation.  We drilled down on their specific needs, tailoring our presentation to address their environmental goals and cost-saving projections.  Data became our mantra.  Charts, graphs, and case studies were meticulously crafted to showcase the impact of our technology.

Anticipating questions was paramount.  Our team planned every scenario, rehearsing responses until they were clear, concise, and confident.  Even the presentation slides – clean, visually appealing, and focused on the message – became a communication tool.

Fast forward to the meeting.  My opening statement resonated.  It wasn't just about our technology; it was about a shared vision for a sustainable future.  The data painted a compelling picture, each statistic linked back to the investor's needs.  When questions arose, our team delivered prepared, impactful responses.

The atmosphere shifted.  Their executives leaned forward, engaged.  The follow-up discussions were lively, brimming with possibilities.  We left that day with a handshake and a renewed sense of optimism.

Weeks later, they signed the partnership agreement.  Looking back, it wasn't just our technology that won them over.  It was the preparation, the clear communication, and the confidence we exuded. In business, effective communication is the bridge between good ideas and successful partnerships.  And that bridge is built on preparation.