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