1. Key phrases
Press π to hear each phrase, then say it out loud.
- I've got two kids. 'I've got' is very common in Australian English. It means 'I have'.
- My son is seven and my daughter is four. Say ages with 'is' + number.
- Are you married? A common question. You can answer briefly.
- My partner works in IT. 'Partner' is used for a husband, wife, boyfriend or girlfriend.
- My parents live in Vietnam. Talk about family overseas.
- Do you have any brothers or sisters? Ask about siblings.
- I'm the oldest. Also: the youngest, the middle child.
- We video call every Sunday. Talk about keeping in touch.
2. Listen to the conversation
Play the conversation, then press Practise as "Minh" to take a part yourself.
3. Say it yourself
Listen, then say each sentence. Fill in your own details where you see "β¦". In Chrome, Edge or Safari, press π€ and your browser checks how clearly you said it.
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Good to know in Australia
π¦πΊ Many Australians are happy to chat about their kids, but some questions (like 'How much do you earn?' or 'Why don't you have children?') are seen as too personal.