4 uses of 'with' - The Island of Dr. Moreau, part 1
source: BBC Learning English 2017年1月26日
You'll be shaking with fear
The English word 'with' has many meanings and uses. In this session, we bring you BBC Learning English's own version of the strange story of The Island of Dr. Moreau. You'll see we've found many ways to use the word 'with' in it.
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TRANSCRIPT
Hello, I'm Mariam. I've got a science-fiction story for you today about some strange activities on a remote island where some odd-looking creatures live. We'd better get started…
The story is about an upper class man called Prendick who has been shipwrecked. A passing ship rescues him and he is looked after by a doctor called Montgomery, who is travelling with a cargo of animals to an unnamed island. When they get there, an unfriendly man called Doctor Moreau reluctantly allows Prendick to stay.
Prendick is curious about the research Doctor Moreau is doing with the animals on the island. One day he hears a puma, which the doctor is experimenting on, cry with pain. He goes to investigate and he comes across a group of bizarre-looking creatures who look almost like humans – strange! He questions Montgomery about this the next day but he cannot get a straight answer.
Next morning he's even more curious about what he has seen. With bated breath, he goes into one of Doctor Moreau's animal enclosures and discovers a strange half-human, half-beast lying in bandages. It dawns on him that Doctor Moreau has been carrying out scientific experiments on humans – and that he could be the next victim. Shaking with fear, he runs out into the jungle where he meets an ape-man who takes him to a colony of other half-human creatures.
Who are these people and what are they doing on the island? And what's going to happen to poor Prendick? Join me in part two to see if he survives this curious situation. Bye for now.
Greetings and Goodbyes (Beginner 2 English Course)
source: Shaw English Online 2017年5月7日
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Learn how to say 'hello' and 'goodbye' in English. These videos will help you express greetings in English. This is from the Beginner 2 English course by Robin Shaw.
Parts of this video:
0:00 Greetings: "Hi" to a Stranger
5:37 Greetings: "Hi" to Someone You Know
11:14 Greetings: "Good-Bye" to Everyone
18:22 Greetings: Long Time No See
23:52 Greetings: First Meeting
27:45 Greetings: 4 Essential English Questions
34:35 Greetings: Family Questions
41:48 Greetings: Personal Questions in English
47:59 Greetings: Do you...? Are you...? English Questions
52:12 Greetings: Introduce a Friend
Have better conversations using the FORD method
source: Learn English with Emma [engVid] 2017年7月24日
Don't know what to talk about with someone? Do you hate uncomfortable silence? Want to become a better conversationalist? In this video, I will teach you the FORD method of conversation. "FORD" stands for Family, Occupation, Recreation, and Dreams. These are perfect topics for conversing with anyone, including people you don't know very well. I will give you many examples of FORD questions to ask. You can use these questions to keep a conversation going and connect with people. FORD is a great tool for anyone who wants to improve their small talk skills and become more likeable. https://www.engvid.com/ford-method-sm...
look vs. watch vs. see
source: Watch, Listen & Speak English! - E.M.N 2014年7月14日
This video is about confusing words in English. In this lesson the difference between the verb "look, watch and see".
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Describing People | English Speaking Practice
source: Mark Kulek 2017年7月5日
Hello Everyone! In this video you will learn how to describe people. The main phrases are: What's he like? and What's she like? In this video, like is used to describe inner qualities and outer qualities. The adjectives used to describe people are placed in sentences with illustrations for better understanding. The second half of the video is for speaking practice on your own.
Featured Vocabulary:
She is thin.
She is overweight.
She is stunning.
She is cute.
She is smart.
He is tall.
He is flabby.
He is handsome.
He is shy.
He is helpful.
He is funny.
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IELTS LISTENING TEST | 41 | ANSWERS | 11.7.2017 | HD | ULTIMATE SUCCESS !
source: Official IELTS Practice 2017年7月11日
IELTS ACADEMIC band 9 material.
(CLICK ON 'CC' UNDER THE VIDEO TO SEE THE SUBTITLES)
The IELTS Listening test will take about 30 minutes, and you will have an extra 10 minutes to transfer your answers to the answer sheet.
The four parts of this practice Listening test are presented over four separate web pages. Make sure you move swiftly from one page to the next so that your practice is as realistic as possible.
Download the question paper and blank answer sheet before you start, and write your answers on the question paper while you are listening. Use a pencil.
Listen to the instructions for each section of the test carefully. Answer all of the questions.
There are 40 questions altogether. Each question carries one mark.
For each part of the test, there will be time for you to look through the questions and time for you to check your answers.
When you have completed all four parts of the Listening test you will have ten minutes to copy your answers on to a separate answer sheet.
IELTS LISTENING TEST 4 with ANSWERS
source: Official IELTS Practice 2017年3月25日
IELTS ACADEMIC band 9 material.
(CLICK ON 'CC' UNDER THE VIDEO TO SEE THE SUBTITLES)
The IELTS Listening test will take about 30 minutes, and you will have an extra 10 minutes to transfer your answers to the answer sheet.
The four parts of this practice Listening test are presented over four separate web pages. Make sure you move swiftly from one page to the next so that your practice is as realistic as possible.
Download the question paper and blank answer sheet before you start, and write your answers on the question paper while you are listening. Use a pencil.
Listen to the instructions for each section of the test carefully. Answer all of the questions.
There are 40 questions altogether. Each question carries one mark.
For each part of the test, there will be time for you to look through the questions and time for you to check your answers.
When you have completed all four parts of the Listening test you will have ten minutes to copy your answers on to a separate answer sheet.
Full marks for Task Achievement!
source: IELTS Ryan 2017年7月11日
Study with Ryan online: http://ieltsielts.com/study-with-ryan/
The essay in this video was written by IELTS Examiner C. This question was seen recently in Sydney:
These days many people prefer to rent rather than buy their own house. Why is this this so? Discuss the relative advantages and disadvantages of renting or buying, and give your own opinion.
Give reasons for your answer and examples from your personal experience where appropriate.
Here is the essay as it appears in the video:
In most major cities in the west, people are opting to rent a home instead of buy. This is mostly because house prices have increased dramatically while personal income has not, a trend that means mortgage repayments now account for a much larger share of income than in the past. Renters have more disposable income every week than buyers and this is a big attraction. However, in my opinion, this is a false economy and in the long run I believe that the advantages of buying a property greatly outweigh the short-term savings to be made by renting.
While it is certainly cheaper week-by-week to rent than pay a mortgage, the renter misses out on the large capital gains to be made when buying a home. When I took out my own mortgage on my two-bedroom apartment, my repayments on a $400,000 loan were about $600 a week, compared with $500 for rental value on a similar property. However, over the past three years my apartment has appreciated by more than $250,000, greatly outweighing the $15,000 I would have saved by renting. In addition to this, my mortgage payments secured an acquisition of property that will remain valuable for my family into the future. Financial growth of this sort is not possible through renting.
Renters do not only lose out on capital gains, they also lose in terms of security and peace of mind. The roof over their heads once their lease is over is always at the mercy of the landlord, who might at any time decide to sell the property. The landlord can also put up the rent when they feel the market warrants it. Further, unless the renter invests their savings judiciously, the money they save will be frittered on day-to-day life, leaving them very much poorer than the buyer once retirement looms.
In conclusion, while a first mortgage will cost more each week than renting, the advantages of buying, including capital appreciation and housing security, greatly outweigh the short-term savings to be made by renting.
Take The Leap [English Idiom Practice with Cats]
source: Speak English With Vanessa 2017年6月23日
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When to use 'bored' and 'boring' (BBC Learners' Questions)
source: BBC Learning English 2017年3月3日
Oum in Cambodia asks: “When should I use the words 'bored' and 'boring'?” Dan has the answer.
For more, visit our website: http://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/...
Learn the Top 20 English Words You'll Need for the Beach in America
source: Learn English with EnglishClass101.com 2017年7月7日
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Asking about Names (British English with subtitles)
source: Learn English with EnglishClass101.com 2014年3月7日
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In the UK, manners are important, and this step-by-step video teaches you some of the basics you need to be polite while speaking English. A native English teacher will explain the simple phrases necessary.
In this lesson, you'll learn how to ask and answer "What's your name?" in English. Visit us at EnglishClass101.com, where you will find many more fantastic British English lessons and learning resources! Leave us a message while you are there!
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Pronunciation: 'Have to'
source: BBC Learning English 2016年9月16日
Tim's back in his pronunciation workshop. This time he's finding out how English speakers pronounce 'have to' - and he's also finding out what time Londoners get up in the mornings.
To get some more practice, visit our website: http://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/...
Transcript:
Tim
Hi. I'm Tim and this is my Pronunciation workshop. Here I'm going to show you how English is really spoken. It'll help you to become a better listener and a more fluent speaker. Are you ready? Come on, follow me.
Now, are you an early bird? Do you catch the worm? Do you even have the faintest idea what I’m talking about? Well, in English, an early bird is someone who gets up early in the morning. Now I hate waking up early, but because of my job sometimes I have to get up before 11 o'clock in the morning. I know - that's terrible, but I do it, just for you. Let’s find out about some other Londoners.
Voxpops
I have to get up in the morning at six a.m.
I have to get up at half past six every morning.
I have to get up in the morning at 6.45.
I have to get up at 8 o'clock.
I have to get up at 5 or 6 o'clock.
Tim
The word ‘have’ ends in the sound /v/, doesn’t it - or does it? Listen again: what sound can you actually hear? Also, pay attention to the pronunciation of the word ‘to’.
Voxpops
I have to get up in the morning at six a.m.
I have to get up at half past six every morning.
I have to get up in the morning at 6.45.
I have to get up at 8 o'clock.
I have to get up at 5 or 6 o'clock.
Tim
When we use the verb ‘have’ in its modal form: ‘have to’ meaning an obligation, the /v/ at the end of the word changes to an /f/. Also the vowel sound in the word ‘to’ changes to a schwa - /ə/. ‘Have to’ becomes /hæftə/. Here are some more examples.
Examples
They have to be there by 10.
We have to find another flat.
You have to tell me the gossip.
I always have to take the train.
Tim
Right, so you’ve heard the examples, and now it’s your turn. Are you ready to start? Listen and repeat.
Examples
They have to be there by 10.
We have to find another flat.
You have to tell me the gossip.
I always have to take the train.
Tim
Well done. Now remember, if you want to learn more about pronunciation, then please visit our website, bbclearningenglish dot com. And that is about it from the workshop for this week: I'll see you soon. Bye bye. Right, now as I got up at the crack of 11.00 in the morning, I’m exhausted – I have to grab 40 winks before the next shoot. Night night. Ah, that's good...
Business English 177 (total asset turnover = total sales / total assets)
source: TeacherPhilEnglish 2010年2月7日
Today's Lessons: total asset turnover = total sales / total assets.
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