Structured speaking topics and real-context conversations from complete beginner to mastery. Use the audio player to hear every line read aloud.
Zero Level
12 topics · 3 conversations
No prior knowledge needed. Build your first spoken words and sounds.
Simple greetings and farewells for absolute beginners.
Open lessonSay numbers 1–20 and use them in simple sentences.
Open lessonName colors and basic shapes around you.
Open lessonIntroduce yourself: name, age, and where you are from.
Open lessonSay the days of the week and months of the year.
Open lessonPractice saying yes, no, maybe, and basic short answers.
Open lessonName objects like a pen, book, desk, board, and chair.
Open lessonPoint to and name parts of the body in English.
Open lessonSay how you feel: happy, sad, tired, hungry, excited.
Open lessonName common animals and the sounds they make.
Open lessonUnderstand and say open, close, sit, stand, write, listen.
Open lessonName the rooms in a house and basic furniture.
Open lessonA very first greeting between two people meeting for the first time.
Hello!
Hello! My name is Sara. What is your name?
My name is Tom. Nice to meet you, Sara.
Nice to meet you too, Tom. How are you?
I am fine, thank you. And you?
I am fine too. Thank you!
Key vocabulary
Name everyday objects in a room.
What is this?
It is a book.
Good! And this?
It is a pen.
Very good! Is this a chair?
Yes, it is a chair.
Excellent!
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Count and use numbers in simple questions.
How many apples are there?
One, two, three. There are three apples.
And how many oranges?
One. There is one orange.
OK! How many books are on the table?
Let me count. One, two, three, four, five. There are five books.
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Beginner Level
17 topics · 4 conversations
Learn to introduce yourself and handle very basic everyday conversations.
Talk about who you are, what you do, and where you live.
Open lessonDescribe your family members and talk about people you know.
Open lessonDescribe what you do every day from morning to night.
Open lessonOrder food, talk about meals, and describe your favorites.
Open lessonAsk for directions and describe where places are.
Open lessonBuy things, ask prices, and describe items in a shop.
Open lessonTalk about the weather and what you like doing in each season.
Open lessonAsk for help, say you don't understand, and follow instructions.
Open lessonTalk about where you live and what is in each room.
Open lessonAsk for and give the time; use o'clock, half past, quarter to.
Open lessonAsk for food and drinks, say please and thank you.
Open lessonMake and receive basic calls: hello, who's speaking, goodbye.
Open lessonSay what you love, like, don't like, or hate doing.
Open lessonSay excuse me, could you help me, where is the toilet.
Open lessonDescribe what is near your home: park, shop, school, bus stop.
Open lessonDescribe your pet or a friend's pet and what it does.
Open lessonUse adjectives like big, small, hot, cold, new, old.
Open lessonOrdering a drink and asking the price.
Hello! Can I have a coffee, please?
Of course! Do you want milk?
Yes, please. And a piece of cake too.
Sure! Anything else?
No, thank you. How much is it?
That is four pounds fifty, please.
Here you go. Thank you!
Thank you. Enjoy!
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Short introduction conversation between neighbours.
Hi! Are you my new neighbour?
Yes, I moved in yesterday. I'm Maria.
Nice to meet you, Maria. I'm James. Where are you from?
I'm from Spain. And you?
I'm from here — I was born in this city!
Oh, that's great! Do you know any good restaurants nearby?
Yes! There is a great Italian place on the corner.
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Finding a place using simple directions.
Excuse me. Is there a supermarket near here?
Yes! Go straight ahead, then turn left at the traffic lights.
How far is it?
About five minutes on foot.
Is it on the left or the right?
It's on the right. You can't miss it — it has a big red sign.
Thank you so much!
You're welcome. Have a good day!
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Talking about what you will do this weekend.
What are you going to do this weekend?
I'm going to visit my parents on Saturday.
That sounds nice! And on Sunday?
Maybe I'll watch a film at home. What about you?
I'm going to play football with some friends in the park.
Oh, I love football! Can I come?
Of course! We start at 10 in the morning.
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Elementary Level
18 topics · 3 conversations
Communicate in simple, routine situations on familiar topics.
Describe things you did last week, month, or year.
Open lessonTalk about what you enjoy doing in your spare time.
Open lessonDiscuss future plans and make arrangements with others.
Open lessonDescribe symptoms and understand basic medical conversations.
Open lessonTalk about appearance, personality, and character.
Open lessonBook a room, ask about transport, and navigate airports.
Open lessonAgree, disagree, and share simple opinions politely.
Open lessonUse more, less, better, and the -est forms to compare.
Open lessonShare simple stories about what you did when you were young.
Open lessonCall to book a doctor or meeting; confirm times and dates.
Open lessonSay something is wrong and ask for it to be fixed, politely.
Open lessonCall for help, describe what happened, stay calm.
Open lessonOpen an account, ask about fees, and withdraw or deposit money.
Open lessonAsk about rent, rooms, rules, and what is included.
Open lessonTalk about how something makes you feel: nervous, proud, relieved.
Open lessonTalk about apps you use and what you do online every day.
Open lessonTell someone how to get from A to B using landmarks.
Open lessonInvite someone, accept or decline, and talk about what happened.
Open lessonMaking a medical appointment by phone.
Good morning, City Medical Centre. How can I help you?
Hello. I'd like to make an appointment with Doctor Green, please.
Of course. Is it urgent?
Not really, but I've had a bad headache for three days.
I see. We have a slot on Thursday at 2:30 pm. Does that suit you?
Yes, that's perfect. Could you tell me what I need to bring?
Just your ID and your insurance card.
Great. Thank you very much.
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Simple first job interview for a part-time position.
Thanks for coming in. Can you tell me a little about yourself?
Of course. I'm 22 years old. I'm studying business at university and I'm looking for a part-time job.
Have you worked in a shop before?
No, but I've worked as a volunteer at a local charity, so I have experience with customers.
Great. Why do you want to work here?
I really like your brand, and I'd love to develop my communication skills.
Excellent. Can you work on weekends?
Yes, I'm available every Saturday and most Sundays.
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Exchanging a faulty item at a shop.
Excuse me, I bought this jacket last week but the zip is broken.
I'm sorry to hear that. Do you have your receipt?
Yes, here it is.
Would you prefer a refund or an exchange?
I'd like to exchange it for the same jacket in a different size if possible.
Of course. What size are you looking for?
Medium, please.
Let me check in the back. One moment, please.
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Intermediate Level
19 topics · 3 conversations
Discuss familiar topics with reasonable fluency and express your opinion.
Discuss your job, workplace, ambitions, and colleagues.
Open lessonTalk about things happening in the world around you.
Open lessonTell a story with a clear beginning, middle, and end.
Open lessonDescribe problems and suggest solutions in conversation.
Open lessonDiscuss diet, exercise, and healthy habits.
Open lessonTalk about devices, apps, and how technology affects life.
Open lessonDiscuss environmental issues and nature topics.
Open lessonRecommend films, describe plot, and share your opinion.
Open lessonSummarise a book and share what you liked or disliked.
Open lessonDescribe trends and data from graphs in your own words.
Open lessonOffer suggestions and respond to advice from others.
Open lessonCompare customs and explain why things differ across cultures.
Open lessonTalk about a sport, a match, your team, and fair play.
Open lessonDescribe your ambitions and the steps you plan to take.
Open lessonGo beyond ordering: discuss cooking, traditions, regional food.
Open lessonMake complaints, ask for refunds, and resolve disputes calmly.
Open lessonUse phrases to politely push back or fully agree in discussion.
Open lessonTalk about helping others and local community involvement.
Open lessonCompare renting vs owning, city vs suburbs, urban challenges.
Open lessonTalking about a film you've seen recently.
Did you see that new thriller that came out last week?
I did! I thought the plot was really gripping, although the ending felt a bit rushed.
I agree about the ending. But the performance by the lead actor was outstanding.
Absolutely. She's one of my favourite actresses. What did you think of the soundtrack?
Honestly, I barely noticed it, which probably means it was doing its job.
Ha! Fair point. Are you planning to see anything else this month?
Yes, I've been meaning to watch that documentary everyone keeps talking about.
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Helping a friend who feels overwhelmed.
I've been feeling really overwhelmed lately. I just can't seem to switch off.
I'm sorry to hear that. What do you think is causing it?
I think it's mostly the workload. My boss keeps piling on new tasks.
Have you tried talking to them about it?
Not yet. I'm worried it'll make things worse.
I understand that fear, but speaking up is usually better than burning out. Maybe frame it positively, like asking for help prioritising.
That's actually a really good idea. I'll try that.
Also, make sure you're taking proper breaks. Even a short walk does wonders.
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Organising a holiday with a friend.
I've been thinking we should finally take that trip to Portugal we talked about.
I'm in! When were you thinking? Summer is peak season, so flights can be expensive.
What about late April? The weather should be lovely and it won't be too crowded.
That works. Should we book a hotel or try an Airbnb?
I'd prefer Airbnb — you get more space and a kitchen, which saves money on eating out.
Good point. How many nights are you thinking?
About ten days. That gives us time to explore Lisbon and maybe head to the Algarve.
Perfect. I'll start looking at options tonight.
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Upper Intermediate Level
17 topics · 2 conversations
Engage in extended conversation and handle most situations while traveling.
Present and defend arguments on complex topics.
Open lessonCompare cultural practices and social norms.
Open lessonPractice answering common interview questions fluently.
Open lessonAnalyze how media shapes opinions and behavior.
Open lessonDiscuss learning styles, education systems, and reform.
Open lessonTalk about finances, economic trends, and personal budgets.
Open lessonExplore moral questions and ethical perspectives.
Open lessonBreak down an argument and evaluate evidence for and against.
Open lessonChair or participate in meetings: agenda, minutes, action points.
Open lessonCompare democracy, monarchy, and other forms of governance.
Open lessonDiscuss equality, representation, and changing social norms.
Open lessonTalk about stress, anxiety, burnout, and how to cope.
Open lessonDiscuss discoveries, research, and the impact of science on life.
Open lessonTalk about visual art, music, and what creativity means to you.
Open lessonDiscuss city design, gentrification, and affordable housing.
Open lessonExplore the effects of globalisation on local cultures and economies.
Open lessonUse rhetorical techniques to convince an audience effectively.
Open lessonArguing for and against working from home.
I genuinely believe remote work has transformed productivity for the better. People perform better when they have autonomy.
I'd push back on that. Collaboration suffers enormously when teams aren't co-located. You lose those spontaneous conversations that drive innovation.
That's a valid concern, but the data suggests that deep-focus work — the kind that really moves projects forward — improves significantly without office distractions.
Perhaps, but you're cherry-picking the data. Burnout rates have also risen dramatically among remote workers who can't disconnect from work.
Granted. A hybrid model probably captures the best of both worlds — autonomy for focused work, presence for collaboration.
Now we're getting somewhere. The real question is how companies should structure that balance.
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Discussing the ethics of shopping habits.
I've been trying to cut down on fast fashion. The environmental cost is staggering.
I agree in principle, but sustainable clothing is often priced out of reach for most people. Isn't that a class issue?
Absolutely. I think responsibility shouldn't fall entirely on the consumer. Corporations and governments need to regulate the industry.
True, but consumer pressure is what historically has shifted corporate behaviour. Boycotts, for example.
That's fair, but boycotts require collective action, and there's always a free-rider problem.
So what's the answer? Better policy, or culture change?
Both, simultaneously. Neither works well in isolation.
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Advanced Level
14 topics · 2 conversations
Express yourself fluently and spontaneously on complex topics.
Deliver and respond to formal presentations with precision.
Open lessonNegotiate effectively in professional and social contexts.
Open lessonUnderstand and use humor, irony, and indirect speech.
Open lessonDiscuss abstract concepts, theories, and schools of thought.
Open lessonNavigate cross-cultural business communication.
Open lessonSpeak fluently on inequality, rights, and social change.
Open lessonDiscuss law, rights, and justice with precision and nuance.
Open lessonAnalyse what makes great leaders and the ethics of power.
Open lessonExamine pivotal moments and their long-term consequences.
Open lessonDebate end-of-life care, informed consent, and healthcare access.
Open lessonUse irony, understatement, and wit naturally in conversation.
Open lessonEvaluate news sources, framing, and the role of free press.
Open lessonDiscuss empathy, self-awareness, and managing emotions in depth.
Open lessonDiscuss startups, risk, innovation, and building something new.
Open lessonA nuanced discussion on emotional intelligence in management.
The traditional model of leadership, with its emphasis on decisive authority, seems increasingly at odds with what high-performing teams actually need.
That's an interesting reframing. Are you suggesting that empathy, not decisiveness, should be the defining trait of effective leadership?
Not exclusively. But psychological safety — the sense that you can speak up without fear of reprisal — is consistently the strongest predictor of team performance.
Which is facilitated by empathetic leadership, presumably.
Precisely. Though I'd argue true empathy in leadership is not about warmth per se, but about accurate perspective-taking — understanding what someone needs to do their best work.
That distinction is crucial. Performative empathy can actually undermine trust if it isn't backed by structural support.
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Confidently negotiating compensation in a professional context.
I'm very excited about this opportunity. Before we proceed, I'd like to discuss compensation.
Of course. What are your expectations?
Based on my research into market rates for this role and my seven years of experience, I was thinking in the range of £65,000 to £70,000.
That's slightly above our initial band. We were thinking closer to £60,000.
I appreciate you sharing that. Given the specialised skillset this role requires and the value I'd bring in terms of immediate impact, would there be flexibility to meet in the middle?
I'll need to check with HR, but I think £63,000 is something we could explore.
That's encouraging. I'd also want to understand the trajectory for growth — are there structured salary reviews?
Yes, annually, with performance-linked increments.
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Mastery Level
11 topics · 2 conversations
Speak with native-like precision, nuance, and natural expression.
Switch between formal, informal, and professional registers.
Open lessonDiscuss literature, poetry, and figurative language.
Open lessonBuild sophisticated multi-layered arguments fluently.
Open lessonHandle unexpected questions and think on your feet.
Open lessonUse idioms, collocations, and native expressions naturally.
Open lessonDeploy classical and modern rhetorical strategies with mastery.
Open lessonExplore shades of meaning, register, and pragmatic inference.
Open lessonDiscuss how language shapes identity and belonging.
Open lessonEngage with contradictions: free will, trolley problems, truth.
Open lessonAnalyse dialect, code-switching, and language change in society.
Open lessonDiscuss untranslatable concepts and how language encodes worldview.
Open lessonA philosophical exploration of what language can and cannot express.
Wittgenstein famously argued that the limits of my language are the limits of my world. But I find that position increasingly difficult to sustain.
In what sense? Surely the fact that we can articulate the feeling of ineffability is itself evidence that language is self-referentially complete enough to gesture at its own boundaries.
A clever formulation, but I'd argue it conflates pointing at a limit with transcending it. The word 'unspeakable' doesn't actually convey what's unspeakable — it merely designates the category.
Granted. Though one might counter that all linguistic meaning is designative at some level. Even the richest description is a map, not the territory.
Precisely. Which is why I think artistic forms — music, painting — carry semantic content that propositional language structurally cannot.
An interesting move. Though you're assuming that art communicates rather than merely provokes. That's a substantial theoretical commitment.
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Challenging assumptions about what social progress means.
Your lecture suggests that the Western conception of progress is, at its core, a secularised eschatology. Could you unpack that?
Certainly. The idea that history moves teleologically toward some culminating state — liberal democracy, technological utopia, or otherwise — mirrors the structure of religious salvation narratives, just stripped of the metaphysics.
But isn't that framing potentially paralyzing? If progress is a myth, what grounds normative claims about, say, human rights?
A sharp objection. I'd distinguish between progress as a grand narrative and progress as a local, provisional improvement. We can reject the former without abandoning the latter.
So a pragmatic rather than teleological grounding of values?
Essentially. Though I'd resist the label 'mere pragmatism' — there's a difference between contingent agreement and arbitrary preference, and that difference is where ethics lives.
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