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What does it mean to 'make an appointment' in the context of a dentist visit?
What does it mean to 'make an appointment' in the context of a dentist visit?
- To inquire about dental scenarios.
- To request a change in dental insurance.
- To schedule a visit with the dentist. (correct)
- To cancel an upcoming dentist visit.
What is a routine appointment often referred to as?
What is a routine appointment often referred to as?
- An ordinary checkup. (correct)
- A special examination.
- An emergency visit.
- A diagnostic session.
Why might someone need specific vocabulary when visiting a dentist in the US?
Why might someone need specific vocabulary when visiting a dentist in the US?
- To communicate about dental problems effectively. (correct)
- To discuss the dental office's hours.
- To complain about the service.
- To ask about dental pricing.
Who is the speaker addressing in this dental English lesson?
Who is the speaker addressing in this dental English lesson?
What can help learners test their understanding of the vocabulary taught?
What can help learners test their understanding of the vocabulary taught?
How often is it common to visit the dentist in the US?
How often is it common to visit the dentist in the US?
Which phrase would you use when trying to schedule a dental visit?
Which phrase would you use when trying to schedule a dental visit?
What is important for effective communication during a dental appointment?
What is important for effective communication during a dental appointment?
What is a cavity primarily caused by?
What is a cavity primarily caused by?
What is the purpose of a dental crown?
What is the purpose of a dental crown?
What does a root canal procedure involve?
What does a root canal procedure involve?
Why are wisdom teeth often extracted?
Why are wisdom teeth often extracted?
What is the role of plaque on teeth?
What is the role of plaque on teeth?
What happens during a dental filling procedure?
What happens during a dental filling procedure?
What is the purpose of anesthesia during dental procedures?
What is the purpose of anesthesia during dental procedures?
What is tartar?
What is tartar?
Which dental issue is most likely to necessitate a root canal?
Which dental issue is most likely to necessitate a root canal?
What kind of anesthesia is commonly used for filling cavities in the US?
What kind of anesthesia is commonly used for filling cavities in the US?
What action should you take if you experience tooth sensitivity?
What action should you take if you experience tooth sensitivity?
What primarily contributes to the formation of cavities?
What primarily contributes to the formation of cavities?
What should individuals ask their dental hygienist during a checkup?
What should individuals ask their dental hygienist during a checkup?
How often is it common to visit the dentist for a routine appointment?
How often is it common to visit the dentist for a routine appointment?
What is the primary role of the dental hygienist during a routine appointment?
What is the primary role of the dental hygienist during a routine appointment?
Which term refers to the hard coating on teeth that is checked for health during a dental appointment?
Which term refers to the hard coating on teeth that is checked for health during a dental appointment?
What is the purpose of fluoride treatment during a dental appointment?
What is the purpose of fluoride treatment during a dental appointment?
What might a patient say if they want to make a routine appointment?
What might a patient say if they want to make a routine appointment?
When told by the dentist to 'open wide', what is being requested?
When told by the dentist to 'open wide', what is being requested?
What is meant by oral hygiene?
What is meant by oral hygiene?
What common activity happens during a dental appointment after teeth cleaning?
What common activity happens during a dental appointment after teeth cleaning?
What should a patient do when a hygienist asks about their life during an appointment?
What should a patient do when a hygienist asks about their life during an appointment?
Which of the following describes a toothache?
Which of the following describes a toothache?
How often should one ideally brush their teeth according to common recommendations?
How often should one ideally brush their teeth according to common recommendations?
What is an expression that indicates a patient is finished with teeth cleaning?
What is an expression that indicates a patient is finished with teeth cleaning?
What might cause dental sensitivity when consuming cold drinks?
What might cause dental sensitivity when consuming cold drinks?
During what part of the appointment does the dentist typically perform their work?
During what part of the appointment does the dentist typically perform their work?
What is gingivitis primarily described as?
What is gingivitis primarily described as?
Which of these methods is mentioned for whitening teeth?
Which of these methods is mentioned for whitening teeth?
What is a potential consequence of not caring for your gums and teeth?
What is a potential consequence of not caring for your gums and teeth?
At what age is it common for children in the US to get braces?
At what age is it common for children in the US to get braces?
Which aspect of braces is highlighted as a challenge?
Which aspect of braces is highlighted as a challenge?
What does the term 'to hit snooze' refer to?
What does the term 'to hit snooze' refer to?
What is one reason braces are considered a 'rite of passage' in the US?
What is one reason braces are considered a 'rite of passage' in the US?
Which dental practice is often viewed as culturally significant?
Which dental practice is often viewed as culturally significant?
Why might someone choose to whiten their teeth?
Why might someone choose to whiten their teeth?
What does Vanessa suggest doing to improve English speaking skills?
What does Vanessa suggest doing to improve English speaking skills?
What common feature can braces help with besides straightening teeth?
What common feature can braces help with besides straightening teeth?
What does it mean when the speaker says they 'rolled out of bed'?
What does it mean when the speaker says they 'rolled out of bed'?
What additional resource is offered to assist with learning?
What additional resource is offered to assist with learning?
What typically happens when you sleep in?
What typically happens when you sleep in?
What does the phrase 'early bird catches the worm' imply?
What does the phrase 'early bird catches the worm' imply?
What does 'to whip up' mean in the context of breakfast preparation?
What does 'to whip up' mean in the context of breakfast preparation?
What does 'to tidy up' mean?
What does 'to tidy up' mean?
What is the meaning of the phrase 'wake up on the wrong side of the bed'?
What is the meaning of the phrase 'wake up on the wrong side of the bed'?
What does the term 'to check in on' someone signify?
What does the term 'to check in on' someone signify?
When someone 'scarf down' their breakfast, what does it mean?
When someone 'scarf down' their breakfast, what does it mean?
Which phrase is used to describe the action of quickly getting ready for the day?
Which phrase is used to describe the action of quickly getting ready for the day?
What does the phrase 'see someone off' mean?
What does the phrase 'see someone off' mean?
What is meant by 'plan out my day'?
What is meant by 'plan out my day'?
What does it generally imply if someone is described as a 'morning person'?
What does it generally imply if someone is described as a 'morning person'?
What does 'get dressed' refer to?
What does 'get dressed' refer to?
What is implied by the statement 'We don't want to be late'?
What is implied by the statement 'We don't want to be late'?
What does it mean to describe someone as an 'early riser'?
What does it mean to describe someone as an 'early riser'?
What does the phrase 'first thing' refer to?
What does the phrase 'first thing' refer to?
What does it mean when someone says they feel 'lost' in their career?
What does it mean when someone says they feel 'lost' in their career?
What is implied when someone says they are 'in a rut'?
What is implied when someone says they are 'in a rut'?
When venting to a friend, what is a positive feeling someone might express?
When venting to a friend, what is a positive feeling someone might express?
Which phrase best shows empathy towards a friend who is feeling frustrated?
Which phrase best shows empathy towards a friend who is feeling frustrated?
What might someone mean when they say, 'I feel like a weight was lifted'?
What might someone mean when they say, 'I feel like a weight was lifted'?
What is a constructive response to a friend who says, 'I don’t want to talk about it'?
What is a constructive response to a friend who says, 'I don’t want to talk about it'?
If a friend expresses frustration about not getting a promotion, a good supportive question might be:
If a friend expresses frustration about not getting a promotion, a good supportive question might be:
What does it suggest when someone says they feel 'frustrated' at work?
What does it suggest when someone says they feel 'frustrated' at work?
What phrase reflects a lack of understanding towards a friend's feelings?
What phrase reflects a lack of understanding towards a friend's feelings?
When feeling supported by a friend, what is a possible expression someone might say?
When feeling supported by a friend, what is a possible expression someone might say?
Which scenario demonstrates a lack of support from a friend?
Which scenario demonstrates a lack of support from a friend?
What might someone be feeling when they say, 'Thank you for letting me vent'?
What might someone be feeling when they say, 'Thank you for letting me vent'?
Which action best supports a friend who is having a hard time?
Which action best supports a friend who is having a hard time?
How can one overcome the fear of making mistakes while speaking English?
How can one overcome the fear of making mistakes while speaking English?
What does being a perfectionist often hinder in language learning?
What does being a perfectionist often hinder in language learning?
What is the importance of speaking clearly and confidently in English?
What is the importance of speaking clearly and confidently in English?
What should one focus on to improve English conversation skills over time?
What should one focus on to improve English conversation skills over time?
What can help enhance the learning experience when trying to converse in English?
What can help enhance the learning experience when trying to converse in English?
What does the phrase 'Don't bottle it up' suggest?
What does the phrase 'Don't bottle it up' suggest?
What is a key benefit of sharing difficult feelings with a friend?
What is a key benefit of sharing difficult feelings with a friend?
How might someone feel if they constantly bottle up their emotions?
How might someone feel if they constantly bottle up their emotions?
What phrase indicates understanding and empathy during a conversation?
What phrase indicates understanding and empathy during a conversation?
In a conversation, what is a good way to conclude after sharing feelings?
In a conversation, what is a good way to conclude after sharing feelings?
What should you do if you feel stuck in your emotions?
What should you do if you feel stuck in your emotions?
Why is it important to let your feelings out instead of holding them in?
Why is it important to let your feelings out instead of holding them in?
What emotion did Dan express regarding his work situation?
What emotion did Dan express regarding his work situation?
What did Vanessa encourage Dan not to do about his work frustrations?
What did Vanessa encourage Dan not to do about his work frustrations?
How does the conversation style presented in the content help the speaker?
How does the conversation style presented in the content help the speaker?
What is an example of a healthy response to a friend sharing a difficult feeling?
What is an example of a healthy response to a friend sharing a difficult feeling?
What does expressing gratitude for sharing feelings indicate?
What does expressing gratitude for sharing feelings indicate?
What emotion might someone feel when they are appreciated for sharing?
What emotion might someone feel when they are appreciated for sharing?
What was Vanessa's advice regarding emotional conversations?
What was Vanessa's advice regarding emotional conversations?
What activity does Vanessa enjoy doing in her free time?
What activity does Vanessa enjoy doing in her free time?
How long has Vanessa been making jewelry?
How long has Vanessa been making jewelry?
What does Vanessa enjoy about gardening?
What does Vanessa enjoy about gardening?
What method did Vanessa use to learn gardening?
What method did Vanessa use to learn gardening?
What does Vanessa think about hiking in inclement weather?
What does Vanessa think about hiking in inclement weather?
What does Vanessa prefer when it comes to chores?
What does Vanessa prefer when it comes to chores?
What is Vanessa's reaction when asked about her dream job?
What is Vanessa's reaction when asked about her dream job?
What does Vanessa consider her least favorite part of her job?
What does Vanessa consider her least favorite part of her job?
How long has Vanessa been teaching online?
How long has Vanessa been teaching online?
What does Vanessa mean when she mentions 'learning English without a plan'?
What does Vanessa mean when she mentions 'learning English without a plan'?
What does Vanessa suggest is a common mistake among English learners?
What does Vanessa suggest is a common mistake among English learners?
What type of work experience does Vanessa have?
What type of work experience does Vanessa have?
What does Vanessa indicate about her personality in relation to her hobbies?
What does Vanessa indicate about her personality in relation to her hobbies?
What does Vanessa think about her current project at work?
What does Vanessa think about her current project at work?
What is a common phrase used instead of 'to whom am I speaking?' in daily conversation?
What is a common phrase used instead of 'to whom am I speaking?' in daily conversation?
Which of the following is a grammatically incorrect but commonly used phrase in conversation?
Which of the following is a grammatically incorrect but commonly used phrase in conversation?
What is the more commonly spoken version of the phrase 'If I were from France, I would speak French'?
What is the more commonly spoken version of the phrase 'If I were from France, I would speak French'?
Which of the following corrects the phrase 'Before I started learning English, I had thought it was impossible' for everyday conversation?
Which of the following corrects the phrase 'Before I started learning English, I had thought it was impossible' for everyday conversation?
Which phrase is considered awkward in classroom English but used frequently in daily conversation?
Which phrase is considered awkward in classroom English but used frequently in daily conversation?
What is one reason why language learners might hesitate to use the phrase 'Who's this?'?
What is one reason why language learners might hesitate to use the phrase 'Who's this?'?
Why is the phrase 'I wouldn't do that if I were you' sometimes replaced with 'I wouldn't do that if I was you'?
Why is the phrase 'I wouldn't do that if I were you' sometimes replaced with 'I wouldn't do that if I was you'?
What lesson about verb tenses can be derived from the explanation of 'I had thought' versus 'I thought'?
What lesson about verb tenses can be derived from the explanation of 'I had thought' versus 'I thought'?
What is a misconception about turning plural nouns into singular verbs in conversational English?
What is a misconception about turning plural nouns into singular verbs in conversational English?
In fluent English conversation, using 'there's' with a plural noun is an example of what?
In fluent English conversation, using 'there's' with a plural noun is an example of what?
Which phrase would you hear most frequently in everyday English instead of 'do you want to go in which car'?
Which phrase would you hear most frequently in everyday English instead of 'do you want to go in which car'?
Why do people often omit 'whom' in casual speech?
Why do people often omit 'whom' in casual speech?
What distinguishes conversational English from classroom English?
What distinguishes conversational English from classroom English?
What is a recommended strategy to retain vocabulary effectively while learning English?
What is a recommended strategy to retain vocabulary effectively while learning English?
What role does note-taking play in learning new information?
What role does note-taking play in learning new information?
How does perfectionism affect the learning process in English?
How does perfectionism affect the learning process in English?
What is considered a negative behavior for learners waiting to speak English?
What is considered a negative behavior for learners waiting to speak English?
What is a beneficial approach to starting to speak in English?
What is a beneficial approach to starting to speak in English?
Why is using worksheets during lessons recommended?
Why is using worksheets during lessons recommended?
How does writing things down assist in the learning process?
How does writing things down assist in the learning process?
What strategy can help someone overcome their fear of making mistakes while speaking?
What strategy can help someone overcome their fear of making mistakes while speaking?
What mindset should learners adopt to improve their speaking skills in English?
What mindset should learners adopt to improve their speaking skills in English?
What is one consequence of memorizing vocabulary without context?
What is one consequence of memorizing vocabulary without context?
What can learners do to maintain ongoing English conversations?
What can learners do to maintain ongoing English conversations?
What effect does a lack of note-taking have on learning?
What effect does a lack of note-taking have on learning?
In the context of learning English, what does starting slow mean?
In the context of learning English, what does starting slow mean?
Why should learners avoid waiting to speak until they feel 'good enough'?
Why should learners avoid waiting to speak until they feel 'good enough'?
What is the main purpose of taking a break during work?
What is the main purpose of taking a break during work?
What does the phrase 'I just need to vent' imply?
What does the phrase 'I just need to vent' imply?
What is recommended for developing closer relationships with friends and family?
What is recommended for developing closer relationships with friends and family?
Why might someone feel disappointed after not receiving a promotion at work?
Why might someone feel disappointed after not receiving a promotion at work?
What should you say to introduce a conversation about difficult feelings?
What should you say to introduce a conversation about difficult feelings?
What is the recommended action when a friend shares their difficult feelings?
What is the recommended action when a friend shares their difficult feelings?
In what season does the speaker prefer to drink hot green tea?
In what season does the speaker prefer to drink hot green tea?
What action should you avoid when discussing negative feelings?
What action should you avoid when discussing negative feelings?
What is a common mistake people make when talking about difficult feelings?
What is a common mistake people make when talking about difficult feelings?
What can help someone feel better after venting their frustrations?
What can help someone feel better after venting their frustrations?
What is suggested as an important tool for language learners?
What is suggested as an important tool for language learners?
What does the expression 'I slept like a log' imply?
What does the expression 'I slept like a log' imply?
What does being vulnerable in relationships allow you to do?
What does being vulnerable in relationships allow you to do?
Why is it important to learn how to express negative feelings?
Why is it important to learn how to express negative feelings?
What does the phrase 'I just crashed' generally mean?
What does the phrase 'I just crashed' generally mean?
What type of tea does the speaker prefer in the summer?
What type of tea does the speaker prefer in the summer?
If someone says 'I didn't catch a wink' what are they expressing?
If someone says 'I didn't catch a wink' what are they expressing?
What does the phrase 'tossed and turned' indicate about a person's sleep?
What does the phrase 'tossed and turned' indicate about a person's sleep?
What does 'pulled an allnighter' typically refer to?
What does 'pulled an allnighter' typically refer to?
What does 'hit the hay' mean in context of sleep?
What does 'hit the hay' mean in context of sleep?
If someone says, 'I'm going to call it a night', what are they indicating?
If someone says, 'I'm going to call it a night', what are they indicating?
When someone mentions they 'won't lose sleep over it,' what do they mean?
When someone mentions they 'won't lose sleep over it,' what do they mean?
What does 'it's past my bedtime' typically imply?
What does 'it's past my bedtime' typically imply?
What does the expression 'I was out like a light' suggest?
What does the expression 'I was out like a light' suggest?
What is indicated by the expression 'I slept like a baby' despite its literal meaning?
What is indicated by the expression 'I slept like a baby' despite its literal meaning?
When might someone say they 'tossed and turned all night'?
When might someone say they 'tossed and turned all night'?
In what context would a person say 'I didn’t sleep a wink'?
In what context would a person say 'I didn’t sleep a wink'?
What does the term 'bedtime' usually refer to?
What does the term 'bedtime' usually refer to?
What does the speaker imply about ending a sentence with a preposition?
What does the speaker imply about ending a sentence with a preposition?
What is one of the top ten categories mentioned for asking questions?
What is one of the top ten categories mentioned for asking questions?
How does Vanessa respond when asked about her day?
How does Vanessa respond when asked about her day?
Which response best matches the question, 'How's everything?' according to Vanessa?
Which response best matches the question, 'How's everything?' according to Vanessa?
What humorous exchange does Vanessa recount about prepositions?
What humorous exchange does Vanessa recount about prepositions?
What does Vanessa suggest you can say when having a hard week?
What does Vanessa suggest you can say when having a hard week?
What is a good follow-up question to ask a friend who seems unwell?
What is a good follow-up question to ask a friend who seems unwell?
What is the suggested response to 'What you got going on this weekend?'
What is the suggested response to 'What you got going on this weekend?'
What is a common question regarding future plans mentioned in the content?
What is a common question regarding future plans mentioned in the content?
What manner of speech does Vanessa encourage in both conversation and formal situations?
What manner of speech does Vanessa encourage in both conversation and formal situations?
Which phrase indicates someone's willingness to socialize later?
Which phrase indicates someone's willingness to socialize later?
What does Vanessa indicate about the surprise birthday plan?
What does Vanessa indicate about the surprise birthday plan?
What interaction does Vanessa model with her child about going back to school?
What interaction does Vanessa model with her child about going back to school?
What does it imply when someone says, 'I love my work'?
What does it imply when someone says, 'I love my work'?
What is the correct usage of 'at' in a sentence regarding specific times?
What is the correct usage of 'at' in a sentence regarding specific times?
Which sentence demonstrates the correct use of 'in' for general timing?
Which sentence demonstrates the correct use of 'in' for general timing?
How do 'talk to' and 'talk with' differ in spoken English?
How do 'talk to' and 'talk with' differ in spoken English?
What does the phrase 'the early bird catches the worm' teach?
What does the phrase 'the early bird catches the worm' teach?
Which contextual usage is incorrect for the word 'work'?
Which contextual usage is incorrect for the word 'work'?
In terms of time usage, which statement is correct?
In terms of time usage, which statement is correct?
What distinguishes 'I talked to my boss' from 'I talked with my boss'?
What distinguishes 'I talked to my boss' from 'I talked with my boss'?
What is the nuanced difference between 'job' and 'work'?
What is the nuanced difference between 'job' and 'work'?
When is it appropriate to use 'at' versus 'in'?
When is it appropriate to use 'at' versus 'in'?
What does the expression 'your guess is as good as mine' convey?
What does the expression 'your guess is as good as mine' convey?
Which sentence illustrates incorrect time usage?
Which sentence illustrates incorrect time usage?
What sentiment does 'I love my job' primarily express?
What sentiment does 'I love my job' primarily express?
Which word should be used when describing something that lacks interest?
Which word should be used when describing something that lacks interest?
What is the correct phrase to use when discussing your health?
What is the correct phrase to use when discussing your health?
In what context is the word 'good' used correctly?
In what context is the word 'good' used correctly?
Which of the following phrases can be used to describe one's workplace?
Which of the following phrases can be used to describe one's workplace?
When someone asks, 'How are you doing?' what is considered a common informal response?
When someone asks, 'How are you doing?' what is considered a common informal response?
Which sentence correctly uses both 'job' and 'work'?
Which sentence correctly uses both 'job' and 'work'?
How should one correctly complete the sentence: 'I feel ___ during this lecture.'?
How should one correctly complete the sentence: 'I feel ___ during this lecture.'?
Which of the following is an example of the incorrect use of 'good' instead of 'well'?
Which of the following is an example of the incorrect use of 'good' instead of 'well'?
What is a common mistake made by native English speakers regarding health?
What is a common mistake made by native English speakers regarding health?
Which word is used correctly in a sentence about a career?
Which word is used correctly in a sentence about a career?
When should 'well' be used instead of 'good'?
When should 'well' be used instead of 'good'?
Which phrase indicates a location relating to one's professional activities?
Which phrase indicates a location relating to one's professional activities?
What grammatical role does 'well' serve in the sentence 'I don't feel well.'?
What grammatical role does 'well' serve in the sentence 'I don't feel well.'?
What is a light-hearted way to express the need to go to bed?
What is a light-hearted way to express the need to go to bed?
Which phrase suggests that someone is feeling very tired and may fall asleep unexpectedly?
Which phrase suggests that someone is feeling very tired and may fall asleep unexpectedly?
What does the phrase 'sleep on it' imply?
What does the phrase 'sleep on it' imply?
Which remark is typically made to someone going to bed?
Which remark is typically made to someone going to bed?
What is commonly associated with the term 'beauty sleep'?
What is commonly associated with the term 'beauty sleep'?
What does the phrase 'toss and turn' refer to?
What does the phrase 'toss and turn' refer to?
What does 'hit the hay' mean?
What does 'hit the hay' mean?
Which expression can describe a bad dream?
Which expression can describe a bad dream?
What does it mean if someone has 'lost sleep' over something?
What does it mean if someone has 'lost sleep' over something?
Which is the correct understanding of 'strangest dream'?
Which is the correct understanding of 'strangest dream'?
What common expression indicates that it is time to stop chatting and sleep?
What common expression indicates that it is time to stop chatting and sleep?
What phrase is often said to wish someone a good night's sleep?
What phrase is often said to wish someone a good night's sleep?
Which phrase is understood as a response indicating future reflection on a decision?
Which phrase is understood as a response indicating future reflection on a decision?
What does the term 'doze off' signify?
What does the term 'doze off' signify?
What sound does the letter S often link with in American English pronunciation?
What sound does the letter S often link with in American English pronunciation?
What happens to the pronunciation of the T at the end of the phrase 'don't bite' in American English?
What happens to the pronunciation of the T at the end of the phrase 'don't bite' in American English?
What does the phrase 'get out of hand' imply?
What does the phrase 'get out of hand' imply?
How does the word 'of' typically change in pronunciation when it follows a word ending with a T sound?
How does the word 'of' typically change in pronunciation when it follows a word ending with a T sound?
Which vowel position can cause a T at the end of a word to change to a D sound?
Which vowel position can cause a T at the end of a word to change to a D sound?
In the phrase 'my guess is as good as mine', which element plays a significant role in pronunciation?
In the phrase 'my guess is as good as mine', which element plays a significant role in pronunciation?
How is the phrase 'don't bite the hand that feeds you' typically expressed in American English?
How is the phrase 'don't bite the hand that feeds you' typically expressed in American English?
Which explanation best describes the meaning of 'don't bite the hand that feeds you'?
Which explanation best describes the meaning of 'don't bite the hand that feeds you'?
What does the phrase 'birds of a feather flock together' imply?
What does the phrase 'birds of a feather flock together' imply?
What important aspect of pronunciation is illustrated with 'get out of hand'?
What important aspect of pronunciation is illustrated with 'get out of hand'?
What humorous point does the speaker make about ending a sentence with a preposition?
What humorous point does the speaker make about ending a sentence with a preposition?
During the conversation, what question is suggested for checking on a friend's well-being?
During the conversation, what question is suggested for checking on a friend's well-being?
Which question is considered appropriate for asking about plans for later?
Which question is considered appropriate for asking about plans for later?
What was the response given when asked about handling a hard week?
What was the response given when asked about handling a hard week?
What category did the conversations begin with?
What category did the conversations begin with?
Which activity is Vanessa planning to do later in the day?
Which activity is Vanessa planning to do later in the day?
What is a casual way to respond when someone asks how your day is going?
What is a casual way to respond when someone asks how your day is going?
What kind of question is suggested for discussing weekend plans?
What kind of question is suggested for discussing weekend plans?
What response indicates excitement about a family event?
What response indicates excitement about a family event?
Which phrase captures a casual greeting when nothing significant is happening?
Which phrase captures a casual greeting when nothing significant is happening?
What is mentioned as a common lead-up question when considering future interactions?
What is mentioned as a common lead-up question when considering future interactions?
What is a common way to respond to 'How's everything going?' mentioned in the conversation?
What is a common way to respond to 'How's everything going?' mentioned in the conversation?
In casual conversations, which aspect is essential to reflect on when responding to greetings?
In casual conversations, which aspect is essential to reflect on when responding to greetings?
Study Notes
Speak English Confidently at the Dentist
- The lesson teaches 30 important English phrases to use at the dentist.
- It includes regular dental checkup vocabulary and vocabulary for dental problems.
- The video includes a downloadable PDF worksheet with 30 important phrases, definitions, and sample sentences.
- The worksheet has a 10-question quiz to test communication skills.
- Important vocabulary expressions for dental checkup include:
- "To make an appointment": scheduling a time with the dentist for a visit
- "A checkup" or "routine appointment": a regular visit for dental health maintenance
- "Get your teeth cleaned": having teeth professionally cleaned by a dental hygienist
- "Gums": the red skin above teeth, often checked for health
- "Enamel": the hard coating around the teeth, polished by a dental hygienist
- "Oral hygiene": maintaining proper oral health through brushing, flossing, and regular checkups
- "Sit back in the chair": a common phrase used by the dentist to ask the patient to sit in the dental chair
- "Open wide": a typical instruction given by the dentist to see inside the patient's mouth
- "X-rays": a diagnostic tool used to see deeper into the teeth and detect potential problems
- "Brush your teeth": a recommended routine practiced twice daily, with toothpaste
- "Fluoride": a treatment used to coat enamel, making it stronger and more resistant to cavities
- "Floss your teeth": removing food particles and plaque from between teeth
- "Gargle": rinsing the mouth with water after a dental procedure, for cleaning and removing debris
Common Dental Problems
- Toothache: a common dental problem usually caused by tooth decay or food particles stuck in the tooth.
- Sensitivity: uncomfortable pain in the tooth when drinking cold water, often indicative of an underlying hole or nerve exposure.
- Cavities: holes in teeth created by bacteria, food or sugar buildup, and poor brushing, often causing toothaches.
- Filling: a procedure to fill a cavity with enamel-like material to restore the tooth.
- Crown: a cap that covers the entire tooth, used to protect it from cracking or to repair a large cavity.
- Root canal: a complex procedure to remove the entire tooth, including the root, often when the tooth is too decayed.
- Extraction: pulling out a tooth, which can be done for various reasons beyond decay, such as removing baby teeth.
- Wisdom teeth: molars that usually erupt in the back of the mouth, often extracted in the US due to modern mouths not being large enough to accommodate them.
- Anesthesia: a type of medicine used to make a patient numb or unconscious during dental procedures, such as local anesthesia for fillings or general anesthesia for wisdom teeth removal.
- Plaque: a buildup on teeth, often scraped off during checkups to avoid problems.
- Tartar: hardened plaque, which can cause gum problems and tooth decay.
- Gingivitis: a bacterial infection of the gums, usually treated by a dentist, requiring regular gum care.
Useful expressions for speaking English confidently at the dentist:
- "I need to make an appointment with the dentist for next week."
- "I'm calling to make an appointment for next week."
- "I would like to make an appointment, please."
- "I just want a checkup."
- "I would just like a routine appointment."
- "I just want to get my teeth cleaned."
- "I have a terrible toothache. Can I make an appointment?"
- "I have a sensitivity in this tooth whenever I drink cold water."
- "I'm going to the dentist today to get a filling for the cavity that I have."
- "Do you see much plaque? Do you see much tartar on my teeth?"
Talking about Difficult Emotions
- To start a conversation about difficult feelings say: “Hey, can we talk about something?”
- To express wanting to share difficult emotions: “I just need to vent.”
- Phrases to use when venting:
- "I'm feeling really frustrated" - Expressing annoyance
- "I'm feeling a bit down lately" - Describing sadness
- “I’ve been feeling a bit lost.” - Expressing confusion about a career or life path
- “I’m in a funk or I’m in a rut.” - Being stuck in a difficult situation
- "I feel really frustrated when I work hard and I don’t get the promotion that I thought I would.” - Expressing frustration about a specific situation
- “It’s hard when other people get a promotion and I don’t.” - Expressing difficulty in receiving recognition for hard work.
- “I feel like I do all of the work and other people get promoted.” - Expressing feeling of unfairness.
- “I just feel like I do all the work and no one else is doing stuff, and I don’t get the promotion.” - Expressing feelings of frustration and anger.
- To thank someone for listening to you vent:
- “Thank you, I feel like I can be myself when I’m with you.” - Expressing feeling comfortable and accepted
- “Thanks so much for letting me get that off my chest.” - Feeling relief after sharing feelings
- “Thanks for letting me vent. I feel so much better now.” - Feeling relief and positive after venting.
Responding to Someone Sharing Their Feelings
- To ask if someone is okay: “Are you feeling all right? You don’t seem like yourself lately.” - Expressing concern while being empathetic
- To encourage someone to share more: “Do you want to talk about it?” - Expressing openness and willingness to listen
- To express empathy and understanding: “That must have been really frustrating.” - Showing that you understand their feelings
- To offer support: “What can I do to support you?” - Showing willingness to help in any way
- To encourage someone to share their feelings: "No, don’t bottle it up. Don’t keep it inside. Let’s talk about it." - Acknowledging the importance of talking and expressing negative feelings.
- To thank someone for sharing a difficult time: "Thanks for sharing that with me." - Expressing gratitude and acknowledgment of confidences.
Important Note:
The text highlights the importance of being vulnerable with friends and family to strengthen relationships. It emphasizes that it’s okay to talk about difficult feelings and that offering an empathetic ear and support can help loved ones.
Sample Conversation with Key Phrases:
- Vanessa: "Hey, Dan, are you doing all right? You don’t seem quite yourself today." - Expressing concern
- Dan: "Not really. Can I talk to you about something actually?" - Starting a conversation about feelings
- Vanessa: “Of course. What’s up?" - Expressing openness and willingness to listen
- Dan: "Well, there’s this thing at work, and I worked really hard at it, and my coworkers got all the credit for it. They didn’t do anything. I feel like the more work I do, the less recognition I get." - Venting and sharing feelings of frustration.
- Vanessa: “That must be so frustrating. It's hard when you work hard on something and no one seems to notice.” - Explaining understanding and empathy
- Dan: “Yeah, I just feel like if I say anything, they’re going to think I’m complaining.” - Expressing fear of judgement for expressing feelings
- Vanessa: “Yeah, I get that. But don’t bottle it up.” - Encouraging Dan to share his feelings and not hold them in
Conversation Tips
- Avoid formal language in daily conversations.
- Use contractions in fast speech. For example, "There’s a lot of problems" is more casual.
- Replace “were” with "was" in conditional sentences. For example, "If I was from France..." is used more often.
- Avoid formal phrases such as "To whom am I speaking?" Instead, use "Who's this?" or "Who am I speaking with?".
- Classroom rule of not ending a sentence with a preposition is not actually a real-life rule. Prepositions at the end are acceptable and often sound better.
- Use simpler verb tenses in daily speech instead of complex tenses such as "had" or "have".
Top 50 Questions & Answers in English
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Greetings:
- "How's your day going?" - "Pretty good. How about yours?"
- "You been doing okay?" -"It's been kind of a hard week, but it's getting better."
- "How you been?" - "I've been good. I haven't seen you for so long."
- "How've you been?" - "What's new with you?"
- "What's new in your world?" - "Well, we have a newborn, so everything's new, but we're getting adjusted to our new routine."
- "What's been going on?" - "Well, our boys are excited about going back to school. I'm excited about growing the business. It's just been a busy time, but so far so good."
- "How's it going?" - "It's going. It's been a hard week. I hope I'll get to relax this weekend."
- "What's up?" - "Not a lot. Just enjoying these last days of fall before winter gets here. What about you?"
- "How's everything, or how's everything going?" - "Pretty good. We've had a busy summer, but I think we're all ready to get started with the school year and just see what this year holds."
- "Hey, you doing all right?" - "Yeah, I'm okay. I just need to take a nap and eat something."
- "Are you doing all right?" - "Yeah. I'm doing okay. Just need to take a nap and eat something, but I'll be fine."
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Plans:
- "What are you up to today?" -"Well, I kind of have a busy day. I need to do some work in the morning, do some housework in the afternoon, and then finish all of this before I pick up my kids from school."
- "Do you want to hang out later?" - "Yeah, if I can get all of my work finished by this afternoon, I'd love to."
- "You doing anything fun this weekend?" - "Yeah, we're going to get together with some family that's coming to visit from out of town."
- "You got anything fun planned?" - "Yeah, this weekend, we're going to have a big surprise birthday for my best friend."
- "Want to grab lunch later?" - "Actually, I was about to make a big salad with vegetables from the garden."
- "Where you headed?" - "I was going to go drop some books off at the library and then head to the farmer's market. Want to join me?"
- "What you got going on this weekend?" - "Well, we're going to go on a big family hike because it's supposed to be great weather all weekend."
- "What are your plans for dinner?" - "I don't really have any. Do you?"
- "Are you going to be around later?" - "Yeah, give me a call around two o'clock and I can talk"
- "Have you decided where you're going on vacation?" - "Yeah, I think we're going to take a big road trip to visit some friends and then we'll go to the lake together."
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Interests/Hobbies:
- "What do you like to do in your free time?" - "Well, I like to make jewelry out of recycled things and sell them at craft shows"
- "How long have you done that?" -"I just started in the last few years."
- "What got you into that?" - "Well, I like being creative and I like trying to reduce waste where I can."
- "You want to try?" -"Well, I don't have much time right now, but maybe tomorrow."
- "What are you into?" - "Well, I love being outdoors and in nature, so I'm into hiking, gardening. Really anything that involves being outside."
- "What's that like?" - "Well, to go hiking, especially in the rain or inclement weather, you have to be pretty tough, but it feels fun and you feel courageous. I think it's personally pretty exciting."
- "How'd you learn that?" - "Well, I learned a lot about gardening online by watching YouTube videos, but it's also through trial and error."
- "Have you seen the latest Batman movie?" - "I haven't seen it, but I've heard it's pretty good."
- "Have you read the book Atomic Habits?" - "No, I haven't."
- "I think I want to learn piano. Can you teach me?" - "Sure. I love teaching people."
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Around the House:
- "Can you help me with something?" - "Sure. Give me a second and I'll be right there."
- "Have you seen my jacket?" - "Yeah, I think it's on the chair."
- "Did you check the closet?" - "Yeah, I did check the closet, but I didn't see my shoes in there."
- "Can you pass me the salt and pepper?" - "Sure. Here you go."
- "Did you check the mail today?" - "I did. Our package didn't come yet."
- "Have you fed the cats yet?" - "Actually, I watched while the boys did it. They did a great job."
- "Is it time for dinner?" - "Well, it's a little early for dinner, but I'm hungry. Let's eat."
- "Would you rather fold laundry or put away the dishes? Because both have to be done." - "Well, I'd rather fold the laundry if you put away the dishes."
- "Do I have to?"- "I know. I don't like doing chores either, but they have to be done."
- "Will you hit the light?" - "Yeah, in just a sec. I want to finish reading this page."
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Work/Job:
- "How's the project going?" - "It's going pretty well. I like working with my team and I think we're going to finish by the deadline."
- "Are you working on anything fun?" - "Well, there's nothing too exciting right now, but we're about to start a big new project next week."
- "What do you do?" - "I'm a teacher."
- "What are you studying?" - "I'm studying to become a teacher."
- "What's your dream job?" - "Well, I don't really have a dream job, but a lot of things that I like involve working with people, so maybe my dream job is working with people in some way."
- "I'm looking for a job. Is your company hiring?" -"I'm not sure, but I'll ask around."
- "What kind of work experience do you have?" - "Well, I really love working with technology and computers, so that's what I've been doing for the last five years."
- "What's your favorite part about your job?" - "Well, I really like working with people, so it really makes me happy when I see them grow and develop and progress."
- "What's your least favorite part of your job?" - "Well, I'm not sure. You know. I think it's not really bad at all because I like what I do and the people I work with."
Sleep expressions
- I slept like a baby - implies that you slept soundly and well.
- I slept like a log - similar to "I slept like a baby", means you slept very well, deeply.
- I crashed - means you fell asleep immediately due to being tired. This implies exhaustion.
- I passed out - similar to "I crashed", but it can also suggest sudden unconsciousness.
- I was out like a light - implies that you fell asleep very quickly, like turning off a light switch.
- I didn't sleep a wink - means you didn't sleep at all.
- I didn't catch a wink - similar to "I didn't sleep a wink" – means you didn't sleep at all.
- I tossed and turned all night - means you were restless and unable to fall asleep.
- I pulled an all-nighter - means you stayed up all night.
- I'm not going to lose sleep over it - means you won't worry about something, even if it is frustrating.
- I'm going to hit the hay - means you're going to bed.
- I'm going to turn in - means you're going to bed.
- I'm going to call it a night - means you're going to bed.
- It's past bedtime - used playfully to imply that it’s late and you're ready to go to bed.
Sleep conversation
- "How do you sleep?" - this is a common question used to ask about someone’s sleep.
- "It's been a long day" - a common phrase that can be used as a hint to go to bed.
Other important points
- When talking about sleep, the phrasing can often be very conversational, and it's okay to be informal when discussing the topic.
- Use sleep phrases to practice casual conversation.### Avoiding Common Speaking Mistakes
- The difference between boring and bored lies in their grammatical function. Boring is used for something not interesting, while bored describes the feeling of being uninterested.
- The word well is an adverb often used to describe how someone feels, while good is an adjective used to describe a noun.
- Job is a noun referring to a position or career, while work can be both a verb and a noun, referring to the act of doing something or the task itself.
- At is used for specific times (e.g., 6:00 pm, 7:00 am), while in is used for more general time periods (e.g., the morning, the evening, five minutes).
- Both talk to and talk with are commonly used interchangeably in spoken English, with some suggesting a slight difference in formality.
American English Pronunciation Secrets
- Colored R: In American English, the letter 'R' is pronounced with a strong, hard sound in words like "early," "bird," and "worm."
- Final S sound: Many words ending in "S", such as "guess" and "is," have a distinct "S" sound at the end, especially in American English.
Linking Sounds
- In American English, the letter "S" is often linked with the next vowel to make a "Z" sound.
- Example: "Your guess is as good as mine" sounds like "zzz" due to the linking of "S" and the following vowel.
"Don't Bite the Hand That Feeds You"
- The phrase "Don't bite the hand that feeds you" demonstrates a common American English pronunciation pattern where the letter "T" at the end of words is often cut off.
- The "T" in "Don't" and "that" is pronounced as a silent "T," with no puff of air released.
- This is known as a "stopped T."
"Get Out of Hand"
- When a "T" at the end of a word has a vowel next to it, it often changes to a "D" sound in American English.
- In the phrase "get out of hand," the "T" in "get" and "out," surrounded by vowels, changes to a "D" sound.
- The phrase sounds like "get out of hand," emphasizing the change in the pronunciation of "T" to "D."
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