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Fast_english cefr A2

wait (fast english)

Word Order Practice

Listen to each sentence, then tap the words in the correct order. Green ✓ = correct so far.

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for bus his waiting Steve station girlfriend the in was
Steve was waiting in the bus station for his girlfriend
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They supposed there to pm were at meet seven
They were supposed to meet there at seven pm
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bus a station actually to a a He without like wait going but they were time on at car didn't date this
He actually didn't like to wait at a bus station but they were going on a date without a car this time
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his Then rang phone cell
Then his cell phone rang
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at and answered He smiled first he it
He answered it and at first he smiled
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frown to he began Then
Then he began to frown
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a it not said the said would two minute just us plan of the that's you He Wait be
He said Wait a minute that's not the plan you said it would just be the two of us
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seven I'll for twenty home he ok until I'm to five but after wait go and he minute a listened then going Ok that Then said
Then he listened for a minute and then he said Ok I'll wait until seven twenty five but after that I'm going to go home ok
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seconds a few he Then up later hung
Then a few seconds later he hung up
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didn't bus Steve like really waiting in stations
Steve really didn't like waiting in bus stations
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Why does word order matter? (Tips & Technique)

Word order is crucial in English because it affects meaning. Unlike some languages that use case endings, English relies heavily on word order to convey meaning.

This exercise helps you:

  • Internalize English sentence patterns
  • Recognize how natural speed speech fit into sentences
  • Develop a natural feel for correct English structure
  • Improve both listening and grammar simultaneously

Tips for Effective Practice

  1. Always listen to the audio first before attempting to order the words
  2. Pay attention to common patterns like subject-verb-object
  3. Notice how natural speed speech are positioned in sentences
  4. If you make a mistake, use it as a learning opportunity
  5. After completing each sentence, listen again while reading your answer