How to Use TAKE in Everyday Conversations in English | English Conversation Practice

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>> Today our topic is a very common English word. >> Yes, the word is take. >> We use the word take all the time in English.

>> Sometimes it is easy, >> sometimes it is confusing, >> but don't worry, >> we will go slowly >> and we will learn together. >> We will practice listening. >> We will learn useful phrases.

We will have a friendly conversation. >> Are you ready? >> Let's begin.

So, Jack, how are you today? >> I am good, Emma, but I feel a little tired. >> Oh, I see.

Why are you tired today? >> Well, this morning I needed to take a bus to work. >> You took a bus this morning?

>> Yes, but the bus was late, so I had to wait for a long time. >> Ah, I understand. So, you took a bus and it took a long time.

>> Yes, exactly. The word take is everywhere. >> That's right.

We use take in many different ways. >> Sometimes I hear the word take and I think h what does it mean now? >> Yes, that happens to many learners.

But today we will make it easy. Let's start with the most basic meaning of take. >> Okay, I'm ready.

Jack, please take this book. >> Okay, I take the book from you. >> Good.

What did you do? >> I moved the book from your hand to my hand. >> Exactly.

Take means to move or carry something. >> I take my phone from the table. >> Yes.

>> I take my keys from my bag. >> Perfect. >> I take money from my pocket.

>> Very good. That is the basic meaning of take. Now let's talk about transportation >> like buses and trains.

>> Yes, we say take a bus, take a train, take a taxi. >> But why do we say take a bus? >> Good question.

You move yourself to another place. >> So I take myself somewhere. >> Exactly.

You are the thing that is moving. >> I take the subway to work. >> Yes.

>> I take a taxi when it rains. >> Very natural English. But Emma, we say drive a car, not take a car, right?

>> Good question again. If you are the driver, you drive. If you are a passenger, you take a car.

>> Oh, I see. Yesterday, my friend drove and I took his car to the city. >> Yes, that sentence works very well.

>> My brain is taking a lot of information. >> Yes, but you're doing great. Now, let's talk about time.

Okay, I hear this a lot. >> We often say it takes time. >> For example, it takes 20 minutes to get ready.

>> Yes, that means the activity uses that time. >> Cooking dinner takes 1 hour. >> Correct.

Learning English takes time. >> Yes, a lot of time. >> Yes, but every day helps.

>> Can I say I take 30 minutes to get to work? >> Yes, you can. I take a long time to choose my clothes.

>> That sounds like you in the morning. >> Maybe a little. Now, let's talk about money.

>> Does take work with money, too? >> Yes. Sometimes we usually say cost for prices.

>> This phone costs a lot of money. >> Right. But we say it takes money to buy a house.

>> That means you need money. >> Exactly. >> Learning English takes time and money.

That's true, but practice is free here. Now, let's talk about photos. >> We say take a photo, right?

>> Yes. Always take a photo. >> But why not make a photo?

>> In English, we don't say that. Make a photo sounds strange. >> So, I take a picture.

>> Yes. >> I take a video on my phone. >> Perfect.

Now, medicine. >> We say take medicine. >> Yes.

You take a pill. >> I take vitamins in the morning. >> Very good.

What about food? >> Good question. I take sugar in my coffee.

>> Yes. That means you add it. >> In a restaurant, I say, "I'll take the soup, please.

" >> Exactly. That means you choose it. Take can also mean accept.

>> Like, take my advice. >> Yes. >> Or take my help.

>> Very good. >> I will gladly take your help. Thank you, Jack.

Finally, let's talk about common phrases. >> Fixed phrases with take. >> Yes.

Take a shower, >> take a bath, >> take a break, >> take a nap, >> take a walk, >> take a look. >> These are very common. >> You don't need to understand every word.

>> Just learn them as phrases. Okay, it's time to finish today's lesson. >> You did a great job listening.

>> Remember, you don't need to learn everything today. Just take one or two sentences >> and use them today or tomorrow. >> For example, I take the bus to work >> or it takes 10 minutes to make coffee.

>> Small steps are perfect. >> Practice a little English every day. >> Our question for you is very simple.

>> What is one thing you take every day? >> Do you take a bus? >> Do you take a break?

>> Do you take coffee with sugar? >> Write your answer in the comments. We read them all.

Thank you for learning with us. >> You are doing amazing. >> Take care.

>> Take care. That's a very nice phrase. >> Yes, it is.

And it connects to the phrase take care of. >> Take care of means to be responsible for something. >> For example, I take care of my plants.

>> You water them and help them grow. >> Exactly. >> Can I say this job takes care of my bills?

>> Yes, that is excellent English. It means the job pays your bills. The job handles that responsibility.

>> Wow, this word take is very flexible. >> Yes, it really is. Now, let's talk about feelings and emotions.

>> Okay, this part is interesting. >> What does it mean if I say don't take it the wrong way? >> It means don't understand it badly.

Don't be offended. >> Yes. Very good.

And if you take a joke, what does that mean? It means I accept the joke and laugh. >> Exactly.

Can you take criticism? >> I try to take criticism. It is not easy sometimes, but it is important for learning.

>> You are a very good teacher. I have no criticism. >> You're just saying that.

>> No, I mean it. But I can say I take it back if you don't believe me. >> Take it back.

That's another phrase. It means you change your words. Yes, you retract your words, but I won't take it back.

It's true. >> Thank you, Emma. >> Now, let's talk about understanding.

>> Okay. >> If I say, "Do you take my meaning? " >> It means, "Do you understand me?

" >> Yes. >> I take your meaning. I understand you.

>> Very good. What about this sentence? I take it.

You're tired. >> That means you assume I'm tired. >> Exactly.

>> I take it. We are finished. Not yet.

Almost. Now, the last big idea for take, removing things. >> Okay.

>> Take off your shoes. >> That means remove your shoes. >> Take out the trash.

>> Remove the trash from the house. >> This medicine will take away the pain. >> It removes the pain.

>> And when a plane takes off, >> it leaves the ground. >> Yes. Perfect.

>> This was a lot. My brain is full. >> That's okay.

You don't need to remember everything today. Just hearing the word in conversation helps. >> That makes me feel better.

>> Now, let's move to our practice part. >> We call this practical examples. >> Here we use take in real life situations, >> small conversations you can use every day.

>> We will act them out. >> I'm ready. >> Let's start.

Example one, transportation. Imagine you're a tourist. You are lost.

>> Okay. Excuse me. How do I take the train to the museum?

>> You take the red line from this station. Go five stops. >> Okay.

How long does it take? >> It takes about 15 minutes. >> Perfect.

Thank you very much. >> You're welcome. So, we used take the train.

And how long does it take? Example two, food and cafe. Now, let's go to a cafe.

Hello. What can I get for you today? >> Hi, I'll take a large coffee, please, and a cheese sandwich >> for here or to take away?

>> To take away, please. I want to take it to the park. >> No problem.

That will be $6. Do you take credit cards? >> Yes, I do.

Here you are. >> Thank you. Your order will take 2 minutes.

Great. >> So, I'll take means I choose and takeaway means food to go. Example three, doctor's office.

Now, an important situation. You are at the doctor's office. >> Hello, doctor.

I don't feel well. >> I see you have a fever. You need to take this medicine.

>> How do I take it? >> Take two pills now. Then take one pill every eight hours.

>> Should I take it with food? >> Yes. And you should take it easy for a few days.

>> No work. >> No work. >> I understand.

Thank you. >> Example four. Daily routine at home.

Good morning, Jack. You take a long time in the shower. >> Sorry.

I like hot water. Can you take the toast out of the toaster? >> Of course.

Here you go. >> Thank you. >> Your bag looks heavy.

Let me take it for you. >> That's very kind. Thank you.

>> After breakfast, I need to take the dog for a walk. >> And I will take out the recycling. >> We are a good team.

>> Yes. Many daily actions use take. >> Example five, plans and social time.

Hi Jack, do you have time this weekend? Yes, I'm free on Sunday. >> Great.

Would you like to take a walk in the new park? >> That sounds nice. Can we take some photos?

>> Yes, of course. We can take a picnic, too. >> Perfect.

Should we take the 10:00 bus? >> Let's take a later one. I want to take my time in the morning.

>> Okay, no rush. I'll take my hat for the sun. >> Example six, work and study.

Now imagine we are at work. Jack, can you take these reports to the manager? >> Yes, I can take them now.

But first, I need to take a phone call. >> No problem. In the meeting later, can you take notes?

>> Yes, I can take notes. Will the meeting take a long time? >> Maybe.

It may take 1 hour. If we are tired, we can take a 5-minut break. >> Okay.

I will take my notebook and pen. >> Good idea. Take notes, take a call, take a break.

All of these are essential for work. >> Example seven, shopping and decisions. This is our final scene.

We are shopping for clothes. Oh, Emma, look at these shirts. I like the blue one and the gray one.

>> They are both nice. You should take the blue one. It suits your color.

>> You think so? But the gray one is cheaper. It takes less money.

>> True, but the blue one is better quality. Sometimes you need to take a chance. >> H.

Okay, I'll take your advice. I'll take the blue shirt. >> Excellent choice.

Do you want to take it now or shall we take a look around more? >> Let's take it now. I'm happy with my decision.

>> So, we see take for choosing, accepting advice, and using money. That was many examples, but it shows how useful this little word is. >> Yes, from morning until night, we use take.

Our viewers can watch this again and practice the sentences. Try to use at least one today. >> Now, Emma, let's go through essential phrases.

But let's not just say them, let's explain them a little. >> That's a great idea. Let's make it a real conversation about each one.

We'll start simple. You often say, "I take a shower every morning. " >> This means you have a shower.

It's a fixed phrase for your daily routine, >> right? You don't say, "I make a shower or I do a shower. " You take it.

>> Another routine one. It takes time to learn English. >> That means you need patience.

You must be patient. >> Excellent. Imagine you're on the phone for someone.

You say, "Can I take a message for him? " That means you will write the message for the other person. >> And if someone asks me to do something, I can say I will take care of it.

>> Yes, that means I will handle it or I will be responsible for this task. >> Now, a very polite one. Please take a seat.

>> This is a kind way to say please sit down. >> When you are shopping, you ask, do you take credit cards here? That means do you accept credit cards as payment?

>> And at work, you must remember to take a break. >> That means to stop for a short time to rest. >> A big life question is what does it take to succeed?

>> This means what is necessary to be successful? What qualities or effort do you need? >> For daily travel, he takes the bus to work.

>> Simple. He uses the bus as his transportation. If someone is upset by a joke, you say, "Don't take it personally.

" >> That means don't feel the joke or criticism is about you. >> And for learning, I take English lessons online. >> That means you participate in lessons.

>> In a group decision, we say, "Let's take a vote. " >> That means we count opinions. >> A great study habit.

She takes notes in class. >> She writes down important information. for your coffee.

I take sugar in my tea. >> That means I add sugar. I like sugar in my tea.

>> When you see a good opportunity, we should take advantage of it. >> Yes, that means we use the chance. >> If something surprises you, it took me by surprise.

>> That means I was not expecting it at all. >> In a restaurant, the server asks, "Can I take your order? " >> That means, "Can I write down what you want to eat?

" And when you understand someone, I take your point. >> That means I understand and accept what you are saying. >> A funny saying, it takes two to tango.

>> That means two people are responsible for a situation, not just one, usually for an argument or problem. >> When you are nervous, he took a deep breath. >> He breathed in slowly to feel calm.

>> A very kind phrase, take your time. That means no hurry. Do it at a comfortable speed.

>> Classic advice. Take it easy. >> That means relax.

Don't stress. >> Asking someone to look. Take a look at this.

>> Please look at this. >> Encouraging someone. Take a chance.

>> Try something even if you might not succeed. >> Take a picture. Use your camera.

>> For tired people, take a nap. Have a short sleep. >> In a busy office, take a number.

That means take a ticket and wait your turn. >> To have an opinion, take a stand. >> That means decide your opinion and defend it.

>> For holidays, take a trip. >> Go on a journey. >> When you don't know, take a guess.

>> Try to answer without knowing for sure. >> With food, take a bite. >> Have a small piece of food.

>> In a game or line, take a turn. >> It's your turn to play or go. For big decisions, take a risk.

>> Do something with a possible bad result. >> After a performance, take a bow. >> Bend forward to accept applause.

>> And a less polite one, take a hike. >> This is rude. Don't use it politely.

>> Instead, say take care >> or take care of yourself. Be good to yourself. Stay healthy.

>> An ultimatum. Take it or leave it. That means accept the offer as it is or refuse it.

>> If you want someone to trust you, take my word for it. >> That means believe what I am telling you. When making a decision, remember to take something into account.

This means to consider it, to think about it carefully. >> For events, the meeting takes place on Monday. That means it happens or is held on Monday.

To participate, I want to take part in the game. I want to be involved and play. >> To hold something firmly, take hold of the rope.

Grab it and keep it tightly. >> To be proud, take pride in your work. Feel proud about what you have done.

>> A warning about relationships. Don't take someone for granted. Don't forget to appreciate them because you are so used to them.

To be the leader, she will take the lead on the project. She will be in charge. >> To start something difficult, you have to take the first step.

You must begin, even if it feels scary. >> If something is exhausting, that work took a lot out of me. It made me very tired.

It used all my energy. >> A casual invitation to sit, take a load off. It's a very informal friendly way to say sit down and relax.

>> Another way to say take a short break, take five. It comes from a 5-minut break. Simple and easy.

>> And the most important one for life, take it one day at a time. Don't worry about the far future. Just focus on today.

>> It's very good advice. >> Wow, Emma. When we explain them like this, it makes so much more sense.

It does. Each phrase is a little tool for your English toolbox. >> I should use one today.

>> Absolutely, Jack. Every day, one small phrase helps a lot. Okay, Jack.

Let's do our vocabulary review. We'll look at some important words and phrases that use take. >> But let's really talk about them.

Sometimes one word in English makes many other words. It can be confusing. It can, but we'll make it clear.

Let's start with a very common one. Takeaway. >> You hear this with food, right?

Takeaway is food from a restaurant that you don't eat there. You take it away to eat at home or in a park. >> Exactly.

It's a noun. >> For example, let's order a takeaway tonight. I don't want to cook.

>> In American English, they often say takeout. Same meaning. The verb is take out.

I will take out the trash. That means to remove it from the house. >> And also, I will take you out for dinner.

That means I will invite you to a restaurant. >> Correct. Same words, a bit different meaning.

Take out the trash is remove. Take out a person is to go on a social date. >> English is funny.

Okay, next one. Take off. You said this for planes.

Yes, a plane takes off when it leaves the ground. My flight takes off at 900 p. m.

>> But we use it for people, too. He took off his hat. He removed it.

>> And if a person suddenly leaves a place, he just took off without saying goodbye. Perfect. That's a great informal use.

>> It means to leave quickly. Now, what about overtake? This is for driving.

>> Yes. To overtake another car means to pass it, go faster and move in front of it. The truck was slow, so I overtook it.

>> You must be careful when you overtake. Definitely. >> Now, mistake.

This is a very important word. It has taken it, but it means an error. >> Right?

A mistake is something wrong, an error. It's a noun. I made a mistake on the test.

The answer was B, not C. And the verb is to mistake. I mistook you for your brother.

It means I thought you were someone else. >> Excellent example. That's a more advanced use, but very good.

Thank you. >> Now, takeover. This sounds like business news.

It is often about business. >> A takeover is when one company gets control of another company. There was a big takeover in the tech industry.

Can it be used in games like in football? >> Yes. In sports, a takeover can mean gaining control of the ball.

>> And in everyday life, if someone starts controlling a project, you can say they took over. Ah, Emma took over the cooking when I burned the onions. >> Exactly.

I took control. >> What about intake? You mentioned it.

Intake is a noun. It means the amount of something you take into your body. >> You should reduce your sugar intake.

It's often used for food, drink, or air. >> So, the car's air intake was blocked. That makes sense.

>> Yes. For machines, too. Good.

>> Undertake. This sounds serious. >> It is.

To undertake a task means to start doing something big, difficult, or important. It's a formal word. The government will undertake a new study on climate change.

>> I will undertake the project of cleaning the garage this weekend. That is a big project. Good luck.

>> Let's look at take after. Take after like follow someone. >> Not exactly.

It means to look or behave like an older family member. He takes after his father. They have the same smile.

Oh, I take after my mother. We both love music. That's a nice one.

>> Now, take back. We touched on this. It has two main meanings.

>> One, to return something. I need to take back this library book. And two, to retract something you said.

I take back my angry words. >> Important for arguments. Okay.

Take down. Write something down. Yes.

Let me take down your phone number. >> But also to remove something from a high place. Can you help me take down the box from the shelf?

>> And in sports or fighting, to defeat someone. The champion was taken down. >> Yes, that's another meaning to defeat or bring to the ground.

Take for example. Take for granted. What does that mean again, Jack?

To take someone for granted means you don't appreciate them because they are always there for you. You expect it so you forget to say thank you. >> That's not good.

We should never take our friends for granted. Always show appreciation even for small things. >> Absolutely.

Now take has many meanings. One meaning is to understand information. >> For example, the lesson was a lot.

I need time to take it all in. It means I need time to understand everything. >> Perfect.

Another meaning is to make clothes smaller. The dress was too big, so I took it in at the tailor. >> Three, to let someone live in your home.

They took in a stray cat last week. >> So many meanings for just two little words. English is funny like that.

>> True. Now take on means to accept a responsibility or challenge. >> She took on a new job at the company.

She accepted it. >> Yes. Or the boxer will take on the champion.

He will fight him. Accept that challenge. >> Take over.

We already discussed. Now take up. >> Take up has a few meanings.

One, to start a new hobby. I want to take up painting this year. Two, to fill space or time.

This sofa takes up a lot of room in my small apartment. >> Exactly. And three, to discuss something.

We need to take up this issue with the manager. >> Take out we did as in take away. What about take to?

>> To take to means to start liking someone. I really took to my new neighbors. They are very kind.

>> And also to take to an activity. He took to skiing very easily. He learned it quickly and enjoyed it.

>> Perfect. You're getting really good at this, Jack. >> I'm trying.

Last few phrases. Take a stand and take a turn. We already did.

Let's do take a toll on. >> That sounds negative. It is.

If something takes a toll on you, it hurts you or damages you over time. >> The stressful job took a toll on his health. Oh, that's sad, but very useful to know.

>> And finally, take your pick. That means choose what you want. >> Yes, we have three flavors of ice cream.

Take your pick. I love that phrase. It's so friendly and natural.

>> I think that's a good place to stop, Jack. We covered a lot of vocabulary today. >> We really did, Emma.

From takeaway to take your pick. It's amazing how many ways we use take. The key is to hear these phrases in context.

Don't try to memorize everything at once. Just listen for them in real conversations. >> And maybe take note of one or two new ones each day.

That's a brilliant idea. >> Exactly. Now, Jack, let's move to our repeat after me section.

This is where our friends can really practice speaking with us. >> Yes, this is very important. We'll say a sentence and everyone should repeat it.

But Emma, maybe we should explain each one first so our friends know why it's useful. >> That's a wonderful idea. Let's do it that way.

We'll say the sentence, give a short explanation, and leave a quiet space for everyone to repeat. Are you ready? >> I'm ready.

Let's start with a very common one. I take the bus to work. This is a simple sentence about your daily routine.

It tells people how you travel. You could also say, "I take the train or I take a taxi. " >> Okay, everyone repeat after me.

I take the bus to work. >> Good. Next one is about time.

It takes 30 minutes. You use this to say how much time you need for something. >> For example, my commute takes 30 minutes or cooking pasta takes 10 minutes.

Now you try. It takes 30 minutes. Now, a question about photos.

Can you take a photo? This is how you ask someone to use their camera or phone to take a picture of you or something else. >> It's a polite and common request.

Let's practice together. Can you take a photo? >> Daily routine.

Again, I take a shower in the morning. This is how we describe that activity. Remember, we say take a shower or have a shower.

Both are correct. >> Your turn. I take a shower in the morning.

>> Now, a polite phrase for guests or in an office. Please take a seat. It's a kind way to offer someone a chair.

More formal than sit down. >> Please say it. Please take a seat.

>> A very kind and patient phrase. Take your time. You say this when you don't want someone to feel rushed.

>> If they are choosing food or finishing work, you say, "Take your time. " Repeat it. Take your time.

>> In a restaurant or shop, I'll take the soup. This means I choose the soup or I will have it. >> Okay, let's hear you.

I'll take the soup. >> A pairing phrase. Take care of yourself.

It means do things to stay healthy and safe. We often say this when saying goodbye. >> Now you say it.

Take care of yourself. A true statement about learning anything, it takes practice. This means you need to do something again and again to get better.

>> Learning English, playing guitar, cooking, everything takes practice. Say it with me. It takes practice.

>> A nice suggestion for free time. Let's take a walk. This is an invitation to go walking together, maybe in a park.

It's gentle and friendly. >> Your turn. Let's take a walk.

>> For health, I take vitamins. This tells people about your healthy habit. You could also say, "I take medicine if you are sick.

" >> Everyone repeat it. I take vitamins. >> Good advice for life, Jack.

Don't take it personally. If someone is angry or rude, it means you should not think their anger is about you. >> Maybe they are just having a bad day.

Try saying it. Don't take it personally. >> Excellent.

Now, let's do a few more important phrases. A very useful question. How long does it take?

Ask this when you want to know the time needed for something. >> How long does it take to get there? Everyone ask the question with me.

How long does it take? >> A necessary reminder for busy people. I need to take a break.

When you are tired from working or studying, you say this. It means you need to stop and rest for a short time. >> Say it with me.

I need to take a break. >> A great study habit. He takes notes.

This means he writes down important information in class or in a meeting. It's a good way to remember. >> Let's practice.

He takes notes. >> Encouraging someone. Take a chance.

This means try something new even if you are afraid. It's positive advice. >> Say it with me.

Take a chance. >> The classic friendly thing to say, take it easy. It means relax or don't work too hard.

We often say it when saying goodbye to a friend. >> Nice and calm. Take it easy.

>> Wonderful, Jack. I think everyone did a fantastic job today. >> I think so, too.

The most important thing is to try. Your pronunciation will get better every time you practice. >> Exactly.

Maybe practice one or two of these sentences every day. Use them in your life. >> Yes.

If you order coffee, think, "I'll take a latte. " If you are tired, think, "I need to take a break. " >> Perfect.

That's how you make English a part of your daily life. Great work, everyone. Well, Emma, look at the time.

We've been talking for quite a while. >> We really have. But, you know, it felt nice just talking about one little word.

>> It did, didn't it? A simple word like take. And yet, it opens so many doors in English.

>> Doors we can walk through every day because we take steps, >> right? Using it again. I live it.

>> So, let's wrap up. What did we do today, everyone? >> We did a lot.

First, we just talked naturally. We had a long conversation where we used take in many, many ways. >> We talked about taking buses, taking time, taking photos, taking medicine, taking care, taking breaks, taking a chance.

So many ways. Then we looked at practical examples, little scenes from life where you can use these phrases >> like ordering food, going to the doctor, making plans with a friend, real life situations. >> After that, we went through those 50 essential phrases.

We didn't just list them. We explained what they mean and when to say them, >> phrases like take your time for being patient and take a seat for being polite. Then we reviewed vocabulary, words that come from take, like take away and mistake.

>> And then the most important part, we practiced speaking. We asked you to repeat after us because speaking is how you make the language yours. >> Listening is the first step, but speaking is the big step.

And you all did so well. >> Exactly. Maybe practice one or two of these sentences every day.

Use them in your life. Yes. If you order coffee, think I'll take a latte.

If you are tired, think I need to take a break. >> Perfect. That's how you make English a part of your daily life.

Great work, everyone. >> Well, Emma, look at the time. We've been talking for quite a while.

>> We really have. But, you know, it felt nice just talking about one little word. >> It did, didn't it?

A simple word like take. And yet it opens so many doors in English. >> Doors we can walk through every day because we take steps, >> right?

Using it again. I love it. >> So, let's wrap up.

What did we do today, everyone? >> We did a lot. First, we just talked naturally.

We had a long conversation where we used take in many, many ways. We talked about taking buses, taking time, taking photos, taking medicine, taking care, taking breaks, taking a chance. So many ways.

>> Then we looked at practical examples, little scenes from life where you can use these phrases >> like ordering food, going to the doctor, making plans with a friend, real life situations. >> After that, we went through those 50 essential phrases. We didn't just list them.

We explained what they mean and when to say them. >> Phrases like take your time for being patient and take a seat for being polite. >> Then we reviewed vocabulary words that come from take like take away and mistake.

>> And then the most important part, we practiced speaking. We asked you to repeat after us because speaking is how you make the language yours. Listening is the first step, but speaking is the big step.

And you all did so well. >> We finished with a little quiz to check your understanding. >> So, all in all, it was a full lesson, but the most important part comes now.

>> What's that, Jack? >> What you do after the video. Learning isn't just watching, it's doing.

>> Yes. So, our advice is this. Take it one day at a time.

Don't try to learn everything today. >> Just take one phrase. Maybe just I take the bus or it takes time.

Say it to yourself today. Maybe even write it down. >> Think what am I going to take for lunch or tell a friend, I need to take a break.

>> That's how it becomes real. That's how you build confidence little by little. >> Remember, we are here with you.

We are a community. So, please talk to us. Yes.

Our question of the day is a simple one. We want to hear about your life. Here it is.

What is something that takes you a long time to do? >> For example, I can say, for me, taking a decision always takes a long time. I think too much.

>> And for me, taking the perfect photo takes me a long time. I want everything to look just right. >> So, what about you?

What takes you a long time? Is it cooking, learning a new word, your morning routine? >> Please write your answer in the comments below.

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