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Listen English | Learn English by Listening [Short Stories]

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"Welcome to ListenEnglish, the ideal podcast to boost your English listening skills! Each episode features captivating stories designed for learners of all levels – from Beginner to Advanced. Whether you're learning for fun, travel, or exams, our clear and simple storytelling will help you understand spoken English more confidently. Join us, listen carefully, and improve your language skills step by step!"

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116 - 115 | Intermediate - Short Story: The Secret of the Ancient Lighthouse [English Listening Practice]
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  • 116 - 115 | Intermediate - Short Story: The Secret of the Ancient Lighthouse [English Listening Practice]

    Title: The Secret of the Ancient Lighthouse

    Level: Intermediate (B1)


    #Story :

    Elena, a marine historian, receives an anonymous letter about an abandoned lighthouse at Blackstone Cove, claiming it hides a map to a pirate’s cursed treasure. Ignoring the town’s warnings, she visits the lighthouse and encounters the ghost of the pirate who warns her of the treasure’s curse. Despite his warning, she sets off for the hidden cave where the treasure lies. Upon finding the treasure chest, she ignores another ghostly warning and opens it. Suddenly, she finds herself bound by the curse, trapped as a guardian of the treasure. Over the years, many come seeking the fortune, but all are warned by whispers of the curse. None who ignore it ever return, joining Elena as lost souls protecting the hidden treasure.


    #Vocabulary :

    Lighthouse – a tall tower by the sea that guides ships with light.Trapdoor – a hidden door in the floor or wall.Cellar – a room below ground level in a building.Curse – a spell or punishment that brings bad luck or harm.Haunted – inhabited or visited by ghosts.


    #Grammar Focus:

    Past Simple for Events Used to tell the main story events. Example: “Elena entered the lighthouse.”Direct Speech for Dialogue Adds realism and emotion. Example: “‘You were warned,’ the ghost said.”Passive Voice for Mystery Creates suspense and a sense of danger. Example: “The treasure was hidden in a cursed cave.”


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    Sat, 23 Nov 2024 - 5min
  • 115 - 114 | Beginner - Short Story: The Mysterious Lighthouse on Shadow Island [English Listening Practice]

    Title: The Mysterious Lighthouse on Shadow Island

    Level: Pre-Intermediate (A2)


    #Story :

    Lena and her friend Tom venture to Shadow Island, a place rumored to be haunted by an eerie lighthouse. Guided by her curiosity, Lena leads the way, and together, they brave the island’s rocky terrain and the abandoned lighthouse. Inside, they find a journal from the lighthouse keeper, Ewan, who once tended to the light. The entries reveal strange events and a mysterious curse tied to the lighthouse. In a hidden chamber, they encounter Ewan's spirit, who warns them that the lighthouse holds secrets not meant to be uncovered. Lena and Tom respectfully choose to leave the secrets undisturbed, finding peace in the knowledge that some mysteries are better left unsolved.


    #Vocabulary :

    Lighthouse – a tall structure with a light at the top, guiding ships.Curse – a supernatural force causing harm or misfortune.Journal – a book used for writing daily experiences and thoughts.Trapdoor – a door in a floor leading to a hidden space.Spirit – a supernatural presence or ghost.


    #Grammar Focus:

    Past Continuous for Ongoing Actions Describes ongoing actions in the past. Example: “Lena was exploring the cave.”Reported Speech for Narration Used for retelling spoken words. Example: “The figure explained that he was Ewan.”Using Relative Clauses for Descriptions Adds information about nouns. Example: “The lighthouse, which stood tall and dark, cast a shadow over the island.”


    Website:

    https://Readiocast.com


    YouTube:

    https://www.youtube.com/@Readiolingua

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    Fri, 22 Nov 2024 - 7min
  • 114 - 113 | Advanced - Short Story: The Guardians of the Eternal Flame [English Listening Practice]

    Title: The Guardians of the Eternal Flame

    Level: Advanced (C1)


    #Story: The story follows four Guardians—Lysandra, Caelan, Vespera, and Eirik—who protect the Eternal Flame, a sacred source of light that wards off darkness. When Miraak, a former Guardian corrupted by shadows, returns to extinguish the Flame, a fierce battle ensues. Despite their unity, Miraak's connection to an ancient darkness proves nearly overwhelming. Using the Bond, a powerful but dangerous technique, the Guardians channel the Flame's light to sever Miraak’s link to the shadows. Though victorious, Miraak’s final words—hinting at a greater darkness—linger, leaving the Guardians haunted by uncertainty and an impending sense of doom. The Flame remains protected, but shadows linger, watching, waiting for their chance to return.


    #Vocabulary:

    Encroach: to gradually move or invade something.Flicker: a brief or unsteady movement of light.Gnawing: a persistent feeling of distress.Sever: to cut or break off completely.Unyielding: not giving way under pressure; firm and resolute.


    #Grammar Focus:

    Present Perfect for Lasting Effects:Used to indicate actions that have lasting effects up to the present.Example: "The shadows have lingered, watching, ever patient."Past Perfect for Sequencing:Used to show which past action occurred first.Example: "The Guardians had won a battle, but the war had only just begun."Modal Verbs for Speculation and Uncertainty:Used to express degrees of uncertainty or hypothetical outcomes.Example: “If there is something beyond it, something darker…”


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    https://Readiocast.com


    YouTube:

    https://www.youtube.com/@Readiolingua

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    Fri, 22 Nov 2024 - 17min
  • 113 - 112 | Intermediate - Short Story: The Forgotten Heirloom [English Listening Practice]

    Title: The Forgotten Heirloom

    Level: Intermediate (B1)


    #Story :

    Emma inherits a mysterious wooden box from her late grandmother, Miriam. Inside, she discovers a bundle of love letters and a locket with a photo of Miriam and a man named William, revealing a hidden romance. Emma, intrigued, follows the letters to a coastal town where her grandmother had spent summers long ago. She learns from an old friend of Miriam's that William died tragically at sea, ending their love story. Emma returns home, understanding the depth of her grandmother’s hidden sorrow and cherishing this untold chapter of her life. She keeps the locket and letters as a tribute to Miriam’s hidden past.


    #Vocabulary :

    Heirloom – a valuable object passed down through generations.Inheritance – something received from a family member, usually after their death.Engraving – a design or text carved into a surface.Locket – a small pendant with space for photos inside.Tragic – very sad, often involving death or loss.


    #Grammar Focus:

    Past Perfect for Background Events Adds depth to past events. Example: “She had never heard of William before finding the letters.”Using Clauses to Provide Additional Information Adds detail to the story. Example: “The woman, who had been Miriam’s close friend, shared memories of William.”Indirect Speech for Conveying Dialogues Narrates conversations indirectly. Example: “Emma learned from the woman that William had died at sea.”


    Website:

    https://Readiocast.com


    YouTube:

    https://www.youtube.com/@Readiolingua

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    Thu, 21 Nov 2024 - 4min
  • 112 - 111 | Beginner - Short Story: The Journey to Find the Hidden Waterfall [English Listening Practice]

    Title: The Journey to Find the Hidden Waterfall

    Level: Intermediate (B1)


    #Story :

    Evelyn and her friend Finn set out to find the legendary hidden waterfall in the Misty Forest. Guided by an old map and the sound of distant water, they trek through dense trees and discover strange symbols that seem to lead them forward. Their journey takes them through a field of wildflowers and to a cliff overlooking the waterfall. After climbing down, they are mesmerized by the sight of the cascading water and a rainbow mist. Behind the waterfall, they find a hidden cave filled with sparkling crystals and a small pool, adding a magical touch to their adventure. They return home, filled with awe and ready for more adventures.


    #Vocabulary :

    Legend – a traditional story or myth about something mysterious.Cascade – water flowing down steeply, like a waterfall.Symbol – a sign or mark representing something else.Crystal – clear, shiny mineral formations often found in caves.Tranquility – the feeling of peace and calm.


    #Grammar Focus:

    Using Prepositions for Directions Helps show movement in a story. Example: “They walked through the forest and over the rocks.”Describing Actions with Gerunds Adds flow to the narrative. Example: “They spent the day exploring the cave and admiring the crystals.”Using Adjectives for Setting Description Brings the setting to life. Example: “The dense trees and colorful wildflowers surrounded them.”


    Website:

    https://Readiocast.com


    YouTube:

    https://www.youtube.com/@Readiolingua

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    Thu, 21 Nov 2024 - 5min
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