First practise the target sound /ɪə/ in some words from the dialogue. Read the words aloud or visit the website to practise.
dear Lear here nearly bearded idea Austria windier disappear atmosphere beer clear year hear cheers beard mountaineer beer
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Listen to the dialogue, paying attention to the target sound. Then read the dialogue and fill the gaps 1—8 with the correct words from the list below.
beer clear year hear cheers beard mountaineer beer
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A bearded mountaineer
(Mr and Mrs Lear are on holiday in Austria.)
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| MR LEAR: |
Let's have a here, dear. |
| MRS LEAR: |
What a good idea! They have very good beer here. We came here last . |
| MR LEAR: |
The atmosphere here is very . |
| MRS LEAR: |
But it's windier than last year. |
| MR LEAR: |
(speaking to the waiter) Two beers, please. |
| MRS LEAR: |
Look, dear! Look at that drinking beer. |
| MR LEAR: |
His is in his beer. |
| MRS LEAR: |
His beard has nearly disappeared into his ! |
| MR LEAR: |
Sh! He might |
| WAITER: |
(bringing the beer) Here you are, sir. Two beers. |
| MR LEAR: |
Thank you. (drinking his beer) Cheers! |
| MRS LEAR: |
! Here's to the bearded mountaineer! |
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