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  1. Oct 31

    B1.1 #051 — Work: Giving a Project Update

    Vocalyra English · B1.1 · #051 Practice giving a clear project update, explaining risks, and planning next steps. Listen, pause, and answer the three comprehension questions. Full transcript Welcome to Vocalyra English. B1 level. Giving a project update. In this lesson, listen to the conversation and focus on the main ideas, important details, and reasons that are given. Listen. Can you give me a quick update on the website redesign? The design phase is finished, and the development team has completed most of the main pages. Are we still on track for the end-of-month launch? Probably, but the payment page is taking longer than expected because of a security review. Is that likely to delay the whole project? Not if the review is completed by Wednesday. We have moved two developers to help with the remaining fixes. What about the mobile version? Testing starts tomorrow. So far, we have not found any major layout problems. Please send me a short risk summary before the client meeting. I’ll send it by three o’clock with the updated timeline and the open issues. Listen again. Focus on the important details. Can you give me a quick update on the website redesign? The design phase is finished, and the development team has completed most of the main pages. Are we still on track for the end-of-month launch? Probably, but the payment page is taking longer than expected because of a security review. Is that likely to delay the whole project? Not if the review is completed by Wednesday. We have moved two developers to help with the remaining fixes. What about the mobile version? Testing starts tomorrow. So far, we have not found any major layout problems. Please send me a short risk summary before the client meeting. I’ll send it by three o’clock with the updated timeline and the open issues. Now answer three questions. You will have time to think after each question. Choose your answer on Vocalyra. Question one. Which phase is finished? Question two. What might cause a delay? Question three. What will be sent before the client meeting? Very good. Listen one last time from beginning to end. Can you give me a quick update on the website redesign? The design phase is finished, and the development team has completed most of the main pages. Are we still on track for the end-of-month launch? Probably, but the payment page is taking longer than expected because of a security review. Is that likely to delay the whole project? Not if the review is completed by Wednesday. We have moved two developers to help with the remaining fixes. What about the mobile version? Testing starts tomorrow. So far, we have not found any major layout problems. Please send me a short risk summary before the client meeting. I’ll send it by three o’clock with the updated timeline and the open issues. Your turn. Repeat after me. The design phase is finished, and the development team has completed most of the main pages. Probably, but the payment page is taking longer than expected because of a security review. Not if the review is completed by Wednesday. We have moved two developers to help with the remaining fixes. Testing starts tomorrow. So far, we have not found any major layout problems. Great job. This is Vocalyra English. Listen. Understand. Speak. Listening comprehension Which phase is finished?The security reviewThe design phaseMobile testingThe client meetingWhat might cause a delay?The payment page security reviewA missing designerThe mobile layoutThe client’s logoWhat will be sent before the client meeting?A new contractA risk summaryA final invoiceA training videoMore exercises at Vocalyra.

  2. Oct 28

    A2.1 #050 — Health: Asking for Pharmacy Advice

    A2.1 #050 — Health: Asking for Pharmacy Advice. Vocalyra · A2.1. Listening comprehension How long has the person had symptoms?One dayTwo daysFive daysTwo weeksWhat does the pharmacist suggest?AntibioticsThroat lozenges and waterA sleeping pillA new allergy medicineWhen should the person seek medical care?If symptoms worsen or breathing becomes difficultImmediately for any coughOnly after a monthOnly if the pharmacy closesFull transcript Welcome to Vocalyra English. A2 level. Asking for pharmacy advice.In this lesson, listen to the conversation and focus on the main ideas, important details, and reasons that are given.Listen.Hi. I’ve had a sore throat and a cough for two days.Do you have a fever or any trouble breathing?No fever, and I can breathe normally.You could try these throat lozenges and drink plenty of water.How often can I take the lozenges?One every three hours, but no more than eight in a day.Can I take them with my usual allergy medicine?There is no common interaction, but check the label and ask your doctor if you are unsure.When should I see a doctor?If your symptoms get worse, last more than a week, or you develop breathing problems, seek medical care.Listen again. Focus on the important details.Hi. I’ve had a sore throat and a cough for two days.Do you have a fever or any trouble breathing?No fever, and I can breathe normally.You could try these throat lozenges and drink plenty of water.How often can I take the lozenges?One every three hours, but no more than eight in a day.Can I take them with my usual allergy medicine?There is no common interaction, but check the label and ask your doctor if you are unsure.When should I see a doctor?If your symptoms get worse, last more than a week, or you develop breathing problems, seek medical care.Now answer three questions. You will have time to think after each question. Choose your answer on Vocalyra.Question one. How long has the person had symptoms?Question two. What does the pharmacist suggest?Question three. When should the person seek medical care?Very good. Listen one last time from beginning to end.Hi. I’ve had a sore throat and a cough for two days.Do you have a fever or any trouble breathing?No fever, and I can breathe normally.You could try these throat lozenges and drink plenty of water.How often can I take the lozenges?One every three hours, but no more than eight in a day.Can I take them with my usual allergy medicine?There is no common interaction, but check the label and ask your doctor if you are unsure.When should I see a doctor?If your symptoms get worse, last more than a week, or you develop breathing problems, seek medical care.One final listening challenge. Listen again and focus on the situation and what each speaker needs.Hi. I’ve had a sore throat and a cough for two days.Do you have a fever or any trouble breathing?No fever, and I can breathe normally.You could try these throat lozenges and drink plenty of water.How often can I take the lozenges?One every three hours, but no more than eight in a day.Can I take them with my usual allergy medicine?There is no common interaction, but check the label and ask your doctor if you are unsure.When should I see a doctor?If your symptoms get worse, last more than a week, or you develop breathing problems, seek medical care.Now practice speaking for yourself. Explain the problem politely, ask a clear question, and confirm the solution. Repeat the expressions until they feel natural.Your turn. Repeat after me.Do you have a fever or any trouble breathing?You could try these throat lozenges and drink plenty of water.One every three hours, but no more than eight in a day.There is no common interaction, but check the label and ask your doctor if you are unsure.Great job. This is Vocalyra English. Listen. Understand. Speak. Answer key 1: Two days; 2: Throat lozenges and water; 3: If symptoms worsen or breathing becomes difficult Vocalyra

  3. Oct 28

    A2.1 #049 — Housing: Reporting a Repair Problem

    A2.1 #049 — Housing: Reporting a Repair Problem. Vocalyra · A2.1. Listening comprehension What is wrong in the apartment?The heater is brokenThe kitchen sink is leakingA window will not closeThe lights are offWhen does the leak happen?All the timeOnly at nightWhen the tap is onWhen the dishwasher is offWhen can the technician come?Today at fiveTomorrow between ten and noonFriday afternoonNext weekFull transcript Welcome to Vocalyra English. A2 level. Reporting a repair problem.In this lesson, listen to the conversation and focus on the main ideas, important details, and reasons that are given.Listen.Hello. I’m calling because there is a problem in my apartment.I’m sorry to hear that. What seems to be wrong?The kitchen sink is leaking under the cabinet.Is the water leaking all the time?Only when I turn on the tap, but the floor is getting wet.Please stop using the sink until we send someone.When can a technician come?We have an opening tomorrow between ten and noon.I’ll be home then. Do I need to move anything?Please clear the cabinet under the sink so the technician can work.Listen again. Focus on the important details.Hello. I’m calling because there is a problem in my apartment.I’m sorry to hear that. What seems to be wrong?The kitchen sink is leaking under the cabinet.Is the water leaking all the time?Only when I turn on the tap, but the floor is getting wet.Please stop using the sink until we send someone.When can a technician come?We have an opening tomorrow between ten and noon.I’ll be home then. Do I need to move anything?Please clear the cabinet under the sink so the technician can work.Now answer three questions. You will have time to think after each question. Choose your answer on Vocalyra.Question one. What is wrong in the apartment?Question two. When does the leak happen?Question three. When can the technician come?Very good. Listen one last time from beginning to end.Hello. I’m calling because there is a problem in my apartment.I’m sorry to hear that. What seems to be wrong?The kitchen sink is leaking under the cabinet.Is the water leaking all the time?Only when I turn on the tap, but the floor is getting wet.Please stop using the sink until we send someone.When can a technician come?We have an opening tomorrow between ten and noon.I’ll be home then. Do I need to move anything?Please clear the cabinet under the sink so the technician can work.One final listening challenge. Listen again and focus on the situation and what each speaker needs.Hello. I’m calling because there is a problem in my apartment.I’m sorry to hear that. What seems to be wrong?The kitchen sink is leaking under the cabinet.Is the water leaking all the time?Only when I turn on the tap, but the floor is getting wet.Please stop using the sink until we send someone.When can a technician come?We have an opening tomorrow between ten and noon.I’ll be home then. Do I need to move anything?Please clear the cabinet under the sink so the technician can work.Now practice speaking for yourself. Explain the problem politely, ask a clear question, and confirm the solution. Repeat the expressions until they feel natural.Your turn. Repeat after me.I’m sorry to hear that. What seems to be wrong?Is the water leaking all the time?Please stop using the sink until we send someone.We have an opening tomorrow between ten and noon.Great job. This is Vocalyra English. Listen. Understand. Speak. Answer key 1: The kitchen sink is leaking; 2: When the tap is on; 3: Tomorrow between ten and noon Vocalyra

  4. Oct 28

    A2.1 #048 — Work: Asking for a Schedule Change

    A2.1 #048 — Work: Asking for a Schedule Change. Practice an everyday conversation about changing your schedule at work. Listening comprehension Why does the employee need to leave early?A family dinnerA medical appointmentA train tripA classWhat time can the employee start?SevenEightNineTenWhat must be finished before leaving?A presentationThe client reportA training courseThe weekly scheduleFull transcript Welcome to Vocalyra English. A2 level. Asking for a schedule change.In this lesson, listen to the conversation and focus on the main ideas, important details, and reasons that are given.Listen.Could I ask you about my schedule next Thursday?Sure. What do you need to change?I have a medical appointment at three, so I need to leave early.Can you start earlier that morning?Yes. I can start at seven instead of nine.That should work if you finish the client report before you leave.I can have the report ready by two o’clock.Good. Please also tell the rest of the team.Of course. I will send them a message today.Then the schedule change is approved.Listen again. Focus on the important details.Could I ask you about my schedule next Thursday?Sure. What do you need to change?I have a medical appointment at three, so I need to leave early.Can you start earlier that morning?Yes. I can start at seven instead of nine.That should work if you finish the client report before you leave.I can have the report ready by two o’clock.Good. Please also tell the rest of the team.Of course. I will send them a message today.Then the schedule change is approved.Now answer three questions. You will have time to think after each question. Choose your answer on Vocalyra.Question one. Why does the employee need to leave early?Question two. What time can the employee start?Question three. What must be finished before leaving?Very good. Listen one last time from beginning to end.Could I ask you about my schedule next Thursday?Sure. What do you need to change?I have a medical appointment at three, so I need to leave early.Can you start earlier that morning?Yes. I can start at seven instead of nine.That should work if you finish the client report before you leave.I can have the report ready by two o’clock.Good. Please also tell the rest of the team.Of course. I will send them a message today.Then the schedule change is approved.One final listening challenge. Listen again and pay attention to the time, the reason for the request, and the manager's answer.Could I ask you about my schedule next Thursday?Sure. What do you need to change?I have a medical appointment at three, so I need to leave early.Can you start earlier that morning?Yes. I can start at seven instead of nine.That should work if you finish the client report before you leave.I can have the report ready by two o’clock.Good. Please also tell the rest of the team.Of course. I will send them a message today.Then the schedule change is approved.Now speak in your own words. Politely explain a scheduling problem, suggest a solution, and confirm what work you will finish. You can practice these sentences slowly until you feel comfortable. Your turn. Repeat after me.Sure. What do you need to change?Can you start earlier that morning?That should work if you finish the client report before you leave.Good. Please also tell the rest of the team.Great job. This is Vocalyra English. Listen. Understand. Speak. Answer key 1: A medical appointment; 2: Seven; 3: The client report More lessons at Vocalyra.

  5. Oct 27

    B2.1 #047 — Society: Debating a Remote-Work Policy

    Vocalyra English · B2.1 · #047 Listen and answer the questions on Vocalyra. Listening comprehension What policy is the company considering?Full-time remote workThree required office days per weekA four-day workweekNo team meetingsWhat alternative is proposed?A rule based only on seniorityTeam-level expectationsClosing the officeDaily attendance checksWhat should guide later adjustments?RumorsEvidence on performance, collaboration, and retentionOffice rent aloneThe oldest policyFull transcript Welcome to Vocalyra English. B2 level. Debating a remote-work policy.In this lesson, listen to the conversation and focus on the main ideas, important details, and reasons that are given.Listen.The company is considering requiring everyone to work in the office three days a week.I understand the argument for collaboration, but a fixed rule may create problems for teams with different needs.Management says spontaneous conversations are harder to reproduce online.That is true, although productivity data from our department did not decline when people worked remotely.What alternative would you suggest?I would set team-level expectations instead of one company-wide number of office days.Wouldn’t that make the policy inconsistent?Possibly, but consistency is not always the same as fairness. A sales team and a software team may need different arrangements.So you would measure results rather than attendance?Exactly. I would track performance, collaboration quality, and employee retention, then adjust the policy based on evidence.Listen again. Focus on the important details.The company is considering requiring everyone to work in the office three days a week.I understand the argument for collaboration, but a fixed rule may create problems for teams with different needs.Management says spontaneous conversations are harder to reproduce online.That is true, although productivity data from our department did not decline when people worked remotely.What alternative would you suggest?I would set team-level expectations instead of one company-wide number of office days.Wouldn’t that make the policy inconsistent?Possibly, but consistency is not always the same as fairness. A sales team and a software team may need different arrangements.So you would measure results rather than attendance?Exactly. I would track performance, collaboration quality, and employee retention, then adjust the policy based on evidence.Now answer three questions. You will have time to think after each question. Choose your answer on Vocalyra.Question one. What policy is the company considering?Question two. What alternative is proposed?Question three. What should guide later adjustments?Very good. Listen one last time from beginning to end.The company is considering requiring everyone to work in the office three days a week.I understand the argument for collaboration, but a fixed rule may create problems for teams with different needs.Management says spontaneous conversations are harder to reproduce online.That is true, although productivity data from our department did not decline when people worked remotely.What alternative would you suggest?I would set team-level expectations instead of one company-wide number of office days.Wouldn’t that make the policy inconsistent?Possibly, but consistency is not always the same as fairness. A sales team and a software team may need different arrangements.So you would measure results rather than attendance?Exactly. I would track performance, collaboration quality, and employee retention, then adjust the policy based on evidence.Your turn. Repeat after me.I understand the argument for collaboration, but a fixed rule may create problems for teams with different needs.That is true, although productivity data from our department did not decline when people worked remotely.I would set team-level expectations instead of one company-wide number of office days.Possibly, but consistency is not always the same as fairness. A sales team and a software team may need different arrangements.Great job. This is Vocalyra English. Listen. Understand. Speak. Vocalyra

  6. Oct 27

    B1.1 #046 — Education: Comparing Evening Courses

    Vocalyra English · B1.1 · #046 Listen and answer the questions on Vocalyra. Listening comprehension What does the learner want from a course?Only entertainmentPractical skills and a recognized certificateA shorter commuteA free computerWhat is special about the project management course?It has no assignmentsIt includes a real-company team projectIt is fully onlineIt lasts only one weekWhy might the learner choose marketing first?It is more flexibleIt has no certificateIt is more expensiveIt meets every morningFull transcript Welcome to Vocalyra English. B1 level. Comparing evening courses.In this lesson, listen to the conversation and focus on the main ideas, important details, and reasons that are given.Listen.I’m trying to choose between the evening marketing course and the project management course.What are you hoping to get from the course?I want practical skills I can use at work, but I also want a recognized certificate.Both offer certificates, but the project management course includes a team project with a real company.That sounds useful. Is the workload heavier?A little. It requires about six hours of study a week instead of four.I work full time, so that could be difficult during busy periods.The marketing course is more flexible because most assignments can be completed online.Then I may start with marketing and take project management next term.That seems reasonable, especially if flexibility matters this semester.Listen again. Focus on the important details.I’m trying to choose between the evening marketing course and the project management course.What are you hoping to get from the course?I want practical skills I can use at work, but I also want a recognized certificate.Both offer certificates, but the project management course includes a team project with a real company.That sounds useful. Is the workload heavier?A little. It requires about six hours of study a week instead of four.I work full time, so that could be difficult during busy periods.The marketing course is more flexible because most assignments can be completed online.Then I may start with marketing and take project management next term.That seems reasonable, especially if flexibility matters this semester.Now answer three questions. You will have time to think after each question. Choose your answer on Vocalyra.Question one. What does the learner want from a course?Question two. What is special about the project management course?Question three. Why might the learner choose marketing first?Very good. Listen one last time from beginning to end.I’m trying to choose between the evening marketing course and the project management course.What are you hoping to get from the course?I want practical skills I can use at work, but I also want a recognized certificate.Both offer certificates, but the project management course includes a team project with a real company.That sounds useful. Is the workload heavier?A little. It requires about six hours of study a week instead of four.I work full time, so that could be difficult during busy periods.The marketing course is more flexible because most assignments can be completed online.Then I may start with marketing and take project management next term.That seems reasonable, especially if flexibility matters this semester.Your turn. Repeat after me.What are you hoping to get from the course?Both offer certificates, but the project management course includes a team project with a real company.A little. It requires about six hours of study a week instead of four.The marketing course is more flexible because most assignments can be completed online.Great job. This is Vocalyra English. Listen. Understand. Speak. Vocalyra

  7. Oct 26

    A2.1 #045 — Travel: Changing a Train Reservation

    Vocalyra English · A2.1 · Travel Practice changing a train reservation, understanding departure times, and discussing flexible-ticket fare differences. Listening comprehension Why does the traveler need help?To cancel a hotelTo change a train reservationTo buy a bus passTo report lost luggageWhat later train is available?Eight fifteenNine forty-fiveTen thirtyEleven twentyWhat does the traveler pay?A fixed cancellation feeNothing at allOnly the fare differenceA new full-price ticketListen, think, and check your answers in your Vocalyra learning activities. Full transcript Welcome to Vocalyra English. A2 level. Changing a train reservation.In this lesson, listen to the conversation and focus on the main ideas, important details, and reasons that are given.Listen.Hi. I need to change my train reservation for tomorrow morning.No problem. What time is your current train?It leaves at seven fifteen, but I need a later departure.There is a train at nine forty-five with seats available.That works. Is there a fee to change the ticket?Because your ticket is flexible, you only pay the fare difference.How much is the difference?It is twelve dollars. Your seat number will also change.That is fine. Can you send the new ticket by email?Yes. You will receive it in a few minutes.Listen again. Focus on the important details.Hi. I need to change my train reservation for tomorrow morning.No problem. What time is your current train?It leaves at seven fifteen, but I need a later departure.There is a train at nine forty-five with seats available.That works. Is there a fee to change the ticket?Because your ticket is flexible, you only pay the fare difference.How much is the difference?It is twelve dollars. Your seat number will also change.That is fine. Can you send the new ticket by email?Yes. You will receive it in a few minutes.Now answer three questions. You will have time to think after each question. Choose your answer on Vocalyra.Question one. Why does the traveler need help?Question two. What later train is available?Question three. What does the traveler pay?Very good. Listen one last time from beginning to end.Hi. I need to change my train reservation for tomorrow morning.No problem. What time is your current train?It leaves at seven fifteen, but I need a later departure.There is a train at nine forty-five with seats available.That works. Is there a fee to change the ticket?Because your ticket is flexible, you only pay the fare difference.How much is the difference?It is twelve dollars. Your seat number will also change.That is fine. Can you send the new ticket by email?Yes. You will receive it in a few minutes.Your turn. Repeat after me.No problem. What time is your current train?There is a train at nine forty-five with seats available.Because your ticket is flexible, you only pay the fare difference.It is twelve dollars. Your seat number will also change.Great job. This is Vocalyra English. Listen. Understand. Speak. More lessons and practice at Vocalyra.

  8. Oct 21

    A1.2 #044 — Culture: At the Museum

    Learn English with Vocalyra! In this A1.2 listening episode, explore Culture: At the Museum through a short, practical listening lesson. Listen carefully for useful everyday words and expressions, then replay the audio to strengthen your comprehension and pronunciation. Explore more language-learning resources at Vocalyra Podcasts.

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