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Suggested terms: Listen to the following short conversations.
Click one for hint, twice for full word
I'm sorry
Meaning: A versatile phrase used to apologize, express regret, show sympathy, or politely interrupt/ask for clarification.
Example: I'm sorry, could you repeat that last part?
wish I could
Meaning: A polite way to decline an invitation while expressing desire to accept.
Example: I wish I could join you, but I already have plans.
turn in
Meaning: To submit work, such as an assignment or report.
Example: Students must turn in their essays by Friday.
reserve
IPA (UK): /rɪˈzɜːv/
IPA (US): /rɪˈzɝːv/
Meaning: To arrange for something to be kept for your use at a later time.
Meaning: To arrange for something to be kept for your use at a later time.
Example: You should reserve a table early because the restaurant gets crowded.
assignment
IPA (UK): /əˈsaɪn.mənt/
IPA (US): /əˈsaɪn.mənt/
Meaning: A task or piece of work given to someone, often by a teacher.
Meaning: A task or piece of work given to someone, often by a teacher.
Example: The assignment is due at the beginning of next class.
clarification
IPA (UK): /ˌklær.ɪ.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/
IPA (US): /ˌkler.ə.fəˈkeɪ.ʃən/
Meaning: An explanation that makes something easier to understand.
Meaning: An explanation that makes something easier to understand.
Example: She asked for clarification because the instructions were confusing.
Other Listening Exercises
TOEFL Listening: Conversations - Test 2
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