In this playful and informative episode, Sarah and Erin role-play a hotel check-in and dining scenario, teaching key travel vocabulary along the way.

They focus on terms such as continental breakfast, rare steak, a popular dinner choice; and double room. Through their role-play, they cover typical questions travelers might ask, from directions to dining recommendations, ensuring listeners are well-equipped for their next adventure.

Don't forget to check out this cheat sheet for even more useful phrases! www.verbatum.ca/resources

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Kitchen Timer by maphill -- https://freesound.org/s/204103/ -- License: Creative Commons 0

Sunny Serenity by ViraMiller -- https://freesound.org/s/746546/ -- License: Creative Commons 0

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In this first in a series of 4 episodes covering traveling skills, Sarah and Erin delve into essential restaurant vocabulary for ordering food in a second language.

They discuss useful phrases like asking about menu items, substitutions, and handling food allergies.

Keep your ears open to hear three key terms: shellfish, surf and turf, and house dressing. Be sure to jot them down with their meanings.

From appetizers to dessert, your hosts walk through the dining experience, sharing personal stories and tips for making your restaurant visit smoother, no matter what language you’re using.

Get your free Restaurant Cheat Sheet and Exercise here: www.verbatum.ca/resources

Credits:

Kitchen Timer by maphill -- https://freesound.org/s/204103/ -- License: Creative Commons 0

Sunny Serenity by ViraMiller -- https://freesound.org/s/746546/ -- License: Creative Commons 0

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In this fourth episode, Sarah and Erin interview each other, exploring such topics as their favorite guilty pleasure songs, their language learning experiences, and the importance of trust in language coaching.

The three vocabulary words listeners should focus on are:

1. Fair game
2. Softball question
3. Guilty pleasure

As they interview each other, Sarah and Erin explore topics ranging from adapting to a new culture to deep personal reflections on confidence, balance, and their passion for language coaching.

Now it's YOUR turn! Share with us your language learning story! 20minutesaday.verbatum@gmail.com

For more language learning resources: www.verbatum.ca/resources

Credits:

Kitchen Timer by maphill -- https://freesound.org/s/204103/ -- License: Creative Commons 0

Sunny Serenity by ViraMiller -- https://freesound.org/s/746546/ -- License: Creative Commons 0

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