Join us for the very first episode of our new series, Simplified Speech! Today’s topic is coffee. In this episode, Harp and Andrew chat all about coffee using natural English and everyday expressions, but with a focus on simpler, slower speech and careful pronunciation. So grab a cup of coffee, tune in to this episode, and enjoy!

Expressions included in the Learning Materials

* Right on

* A non-issue

* Wait a second

* Comparisons using one-syllable adjectives

* Picky and choosy

* An average Joe

* A winning streak

* Used to / use to

* To cut down on something At all

 

Sample transcript

Andrew:

So, I’m curious. Do your friends like to drink coffee?

Harp:

They actually love to drink coffee, and I have a problem because my coffee machine is broken.

Andrew:

Oh no! Well, what a coincidence. Our topic for today is coffee. And so, your coffee machine is broken, Harp?

Harp:

Yes. I just discovered this week it’s broken because I don’t use it very often. I don’t drink coffee.

Andrew:

You don’t drink coffee? I can’t believe it.

Harp:

I don’t drink coffee at all.

Andrew:

So what do you do in the mornings to get yourself awake?

Harp:

I drink tea.

Audio/Learning Materials: Culips English Learning Podcast