Cosy English Podcasts: Make Weekend Plans and Change Them Politely
Mike and Emily make plans for coffee on Saturday. They practise asking for a later time in a kind way. They also explain why both friends need to agree on the new time.
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Start here
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Build your vocabulary
Words from the podcast
Select any word here, in the subtitles, or in the transcript for a simple English definition.
Word
You have time to do something because you have no other plans.
“I'm free on Tuesday evening, so I can help with your homework.”
Useful phrase
Use this to give an idea and ask if someone likes it.
“How about a swim at the sports centre after school?”
Useful phrase
The plan is good for you, and you can do it.
“Dinner at the new Italian restaurant? That works for me.”
Word
One thing takes the place of another thing.
“The shop has no apples, so I buy oranges instead.”
Useful phrase
Use this to say that a change or request is okay.
“No problem. I can take your dog for a walk today.”
Useful phrase
You will meet someone at the place you both already know.
“The bus stop is outside school. See you there after class.”
Useful phrase
Use this to thank someone for telling you something.
“Thanks for letting me know the swimming pool is closed today.”
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Check your understanding
Comprehension questions
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Question 1
When do Mike and Emily first agree to meet?
Question 2
Why does Mike ask to meet later on Saturday?
Question 3
Where does Emily want to wait at the coffee shop? Choose two answers.
Question 4
In Emily's example, she cannot meet at three. What does she say? Choose two answers.
Question 5
At the start of the podcast, Mike's friend has agreed to meet at three.
Question 6
When Mike and Emily change the time, they keep the same meeting place.
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Listen for the exact words
Complete the phrase
Type the missing word or phrase exactly as you hear it in the podcast.
Phrase 1
Complete the question with the word from the podcast: “Could we make it three ____?”
Phrase 2
Complete the thank-you phrase: “Thanks for letting me ____.”
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Rebuild natural English
Build the phrase
Select each word in the order used by the speakers. Select a word in your answer to remove it.
Phrase 1
Put the words in order to ask about a friend's Saturday plans.
Select the words in the correct order.
Phrase 2
Put the words in order to say you can meet one hour later.
Select the words in the correct order.
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Read at a calm pace
Speak aloud
Read each phrase as it moves upward. Pause or move the timeline whenever you need more time.