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Lunch with a new friend

A level 1 story (beginner (A1)) about everyday life. 104 words, about 1 minutes.

Updated 2026-10-16

Level 1 Story 2 of 16 Β· 104 words Β· beginner (A1)

Key words

  • alone without other people
  • I started my first day was
  • I'd love to yes, I really want to
  • coworkers people you work with

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What level is the story 'Lunch with a new friend'?

Level 1, beginner (A1). It has 104 words, with audio, key words and a quiz.

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Which words will I learn?

alone, I started, I'd love to, coworkers.