Understand English but Can't Reply? | English Podcast A2–B1

You understand the question, but your answer will not come. Maya and Leo try short replies, ask for thinking time, explain a missing word, and practice a friendly question back. Practice everyday American English listening with English captions. Maya and Leo explain four expressions from the conversation: • draw a blank • on the tip of your tongue • at a loss for words • get the hang of it YOUR TURN What could you say when you need a moment to answer? Write one or two sentences in the comments. CHAPTERS 00:00 You understood the question 00:44 A small question with a big pause 02:01 Start with an answer you can say 03:23 Ask for a moment naturally 04:41 Explain the word you cannot remember 05:54 Check the question you heard 07:14 When everyone is waiting 08:40 Try a familiar question twice 09:51 Choose one small thing to try 11:04 Useful English: draw a blank 11:37 Useful English: on the tip of your tongue 12:08 Useful English: at a loss for words 12:36 Useful English: get the hang of it 13:05 Your turn: give yourself a moment Mellowlane English Podcast helps adult A2–B1 learners practice English through everyday conversations and useful idioms.    / @mellowlaneenglishpodcast   Real conversations. Clear English. Everyday life. Background music: Market Morning — original instrumental created for Mellowlane English Podcast. #LearnEnglish #EnglishPodcast #EnglishListening