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B1 English sentences

Short English sentences at B1 (中级) level, in sets from the newest lessons. Press play to hear a sentence, then practise the whole set as a dictation.

9 B1 sentences: The Returning Road

  1. The island bus stopped beside a sea that had swallowed the road.
  2. Our driver said the tide had risen faster than the forecast promised.
  3. We had planned to reach the village before dark, but had to wait.
  4. A local baker appeared with a basket and invited us inside.
  5. While we shared warm rolls, she explained the road would return.
  6. The tide was going out, though the water still covered everything.
  7. Soon, a line of stones emerged, leading straight across the bay.
  8. We crossed behind the baker, who knew each slippery stone by heart.
  9. I have never trusted a timetable more than someone who watches the sea.
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9 B1 sentences: The Orange Strip

  1. Your letter about the blank printer points to one bright-orange clue.
  2. You have replaced the toner, but every page still comes out blank.
  3. Before calling for help, you should pull out the cartridge again.
  4. Look for a narrow orange strip tucked beneath its plastic handle.
  5. It protects fresh toner during delivery, but blocks the toner inside.
  6. I missed it once too, and wasted an afternoon checking settings.
  7. Remove the strip, slide the cartridge back, and print one test page.
  8. If the page stays blank, check the paper direction and toner seal.
  9. That bright strip was the whole problem, hiding in plain sight.
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9 B1 sentences: The Whistling Cupboard

  1. The office kettle whistled at noon, though nobody had touched it.
  2. Then the same sound came from inside the cupboard.
  3. We checked the plug while our sandwiches waited untouched.
  4. My notebook felt bulky, and its corners kept catching my bag.
  5. Still, I had copied the cleaner's note about a chirping timer.
  6. She used a toy bird to remind herself when deliveries arrived.
  7. We found it behind the kettle, chirping beside a box of tea.
  8. Keeping notes is a bother, but that message solved our lunch mystery.
  9. Now I carry my notebook, because one clue beats cold sandwiches.
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How to practise with English sentences

Listening to one short sentence at a time is the easiest way to start with dictation. Play a sentence, write it down without looking, then compare. The small words you missed, such as articles, endings and contractions, show you what to listen for next time.

Every set here comes from a real lesson at that level, read in natural English. When a set feels easy, practise it as a full dictation: you type each sentence and every word is checked for you.

Where can I find short English sentences with audio?

Here, grouped by level from A1 to C1. Every sentence has its own recording, and new sentences are added every day with the new lessons.

What is a sentence dictation?

You listen to a sentence and write down exactly what you hear. It trains listening and spelling together, because you can’t skip a word you didn’t catch.

Which level of sentences should I start with?

Start where you can write down most of a sentence after two or three listens. If you are not sure, the free 5-minute level test suggests a level.