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Joy English · Level B1 · Workjoy-english.com

The new coffee machine

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Understand instructions in a short workplace notice.

Listen to each sentence and write what you hear.

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Words to know

install
To put a machine in place so that it can be used.
rinse
To wash something quickly with water.
counter
A flat surface in a kitchen.

Answer key

  1. A new coffee machine has been installed in the staff kitchen.“Has been installed” is a passive.
  2. Instructions are posted on the wall beside it.“Beside it” links: “be-si-dit”.
  3. Please rinse your cup after use.The s of “rinse” runs into “your”.
  4. Milk is kept in the small fridge under the counter.The stress in “counter” is on “coun”.
  5. If the machine stops working, contact the office manager.“Stops working” means it no longer works; “stop to do” has a different meaning.

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