Listening: Understanding Natural Connected Speech (Mastery) C1 - Lesson 1: Understanding Fluent, Unscripted Speech with Ease, Even in Noisy Environments

C1 FLUENCY

Unscripted Speech

ការស្តាប់ក្នុងបរិយាកាសអ៊ូអរ

🎯 Scenario: A crowded networking event.
Alex: Trying to pitch an idea.
Jordan: A busy potential investor.
The speech is fast, informal, and full of "Schwa" sounds.

🔊 Background Noise Level: High

(Note: Speed is 1.2x. Listen for linked sounds.)

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Alex:

"So, basically, I've been working on this app that sorta... streamlines logistics."

/aɪv bɪn wɜːkɪn ɒn ðɪs æp/

Jordan:

"Sounds interesting. Whatcha gonna do about the competition though? It's a crowded market, y'know?"

/wɒtʃə gənə duː/ (What are you going to do)

Match the "Real" sound to the Textbook word:

"Whatcha"

What are you

"Gonna"

Going to

"Sorta"

Sort of

"I've bin"

I have been

Tap to KEEP important info. Ignore the fluff.

Select only the words that carry meaning.

"So, basically..."

"Working on this app"

"that sorta..."

"Streamlines logistics"

"Y'know?"

Task: Summary Notes

Imagine you are taking minutes. Summarize Alex's pitch in 1 sentence. Use standard English (No "Gonna/Wanna").