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Practice Listening: Highlight Incorrect Words ID: #40181 Short Hydration
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You will hear a recording of a nutritionist discussing the importance of hydration. Below is a transcription of the recording. Some words in the transcription differ from what the speaker said. Please click on the words that are different.
* Click on the words that are different from what you hear
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Correct Transcript:

Hydration is absolutely vital for maintaining optimal health and wellness. Water aids in the digestion of food, helps to transport nutrients throughout the body, and is key for detoxifying the system by removing waste products. Many people underestimate the importance of drinking enough water, often substituting it with sweetened beverages that can lead to dehydration. It's advised to consume at least eight glasses of water daily to ensure proper hydration. Additionally, eating fruits and vegetables high in water content, like watermelon and cucumbers, can contribute to overall fluid intake.
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Printed "essential", the speaker says "vital"

Explanation: Listen for "absolutely vital for". The two words start with different letters, so listen from the start of the word.

Printed "crucial", the speaker says "key"

Explanation: You will hear "is key for detoxifying". The printed word is much longer and ends differently, so listen to the whole short word.

Printed "sufficient", the speaker says "enough"

Explanation: On the recording the words are "drinking enough water". The two words start with different letters, so focus on the first sound to pick the right one.

Printed "recommended", the speaker says "advised"

Explanation: Listen again to "It's advised to consume". They start with different letters, so listen to the start of the word.

"digestion" matches the audio

Explanation: "aids in the digestion of food" may look unusual, but the speaker says it exactly as printed. Do not click it.

"watermelon" matches the audio

Explanation: "like watermelon and cucumbers" has a fruit name that might seem odd. It is spoken exactly as printed, so do not click it.

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