⭐ Learn English through story! ⭐ This advanced English story is perfect for English learners who are C1 - C2 level. Enjoy this C1 + British English story for learning English! In this advanced English story, you'll listen to the story of a woman who has suffered from shyness since childhood, and how she overcame many barriers to get to where she is today. The story is read in the first person.

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You can improve your British English pronunciation skills and English listening skills with this level 4 - level 5 British English story with subtitles.

In this short English story, you will learn advanced English phrases and vocabulary. Do you know all of the British English terms and phrases that are used?

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All of our English stories are original, meaning you will learn modern English vocabulary that English speakers use in everyday conversations. All of our stories are written inline with the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR).

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🤔 Advanced English vocabulary used in this story:
• Akin
• Insular
• Whinge
• Whine
• Bullied
• Geek
• Ridicule
• Despised
• Clutches
• To flourish
• Vile
• Backstabbing
• Name-calling
• Concoction
• Replenished
• Dread
• Exquisite
• Persevered
• Shackles
• Derogatory
• Pompous
• Oddball
• Plethora
• Intellectually stimulating
• Downright
• Existential crisis
• To hash out
• Riveting
• Misconstrue
• Low-lying
• Abhorrent
• Aloof
• Atrocity
• Respite
• Armour
• Mortified
• Drifting
• To be “on the brink”
• Kindred spirit
• Demeanour
• Lingering
• Pounce
• Reciprocate
• Impending
• Prestigious
• Apprehension


We want to help you advance your English listening practice, English reading skills, and English speaking skills with modern, original English short stories and British English vocabulary!

The reader of this English audiobook with subtitles has a British English accent.

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