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Practice Listening: Highlight Incorrect Words ID: #40206 Short Staying hydrate
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You will hear a recording of a fitness instructor discussing the importance of hydration during exercise. 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
Result:
Staying hydrated is crucial for anyone engaging in physical activity, regardless of the intensity level. Water regulates your body temperature and lubricates your joints, which can prevent injuries during exercise. It's advised to drink at least eight glasses of water a day, especially before and after a workout, to ensure peak performance. Dehydration can lead to tiredness, decreased coordination, and muscle cramps, making your workout less efficient. So, always remember to carry a water bottle with you and drink regularly to maintain your energy levels high.
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Printed "critical", the speaker says "crucial"

Explanation: In the audio you hear "is crucial for anyone". The printed word "critical" is on the page. Both words start with c, so listen to the end of the word.

Printed "recommended", the speaker says "advised"

Explanation: Here the speaker says "It's advised to drink". The printed word "recommended" is on the page. They start with different letters, but both end the same, so trust your ears.

Printed "optimal", the speaker says "peak"

Explanation: The speaker says "to ensure peak performance", not "optimal". The page shows "optimal". The word you hear is much shorter than the printed word.

Printed "effective", the speaker says "efficient"

Explanation: Listen for "making your workout less efficient". On the page it reads "effective". Both start with e, so wait for the whole word as they end differently.

Printed "keep", the speaker says "maintain"

Explanation: You will hear "to maintain your energy". You see "keep" written on the page. The spoken word is much longer, so listen for extra letters.

"hydrated" matches the audio

Explanation: "Staying hydrated is crucial for anyone" has a familiar word. It may look odd, but the speaker says "hydrated" exactly as printed, so do not click it.

"joints" matches the audio

Explanation: "lubricates your joints, which can prevent" contains a short word you might doubt. The speaker says "joints" exactly, so do not click it.

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