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Learn English 🇺🇸 English Listening Comprehension - House Hunting
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Wow, it's certainly quiet in here. It's
like a different world from the street
outside.
>> That's the first thing I noticed when I
bought the place. Welcome to the Triple
Almond Building, Margaret. I'm glad you
found it. Okay,
>> it wasn't too hard. The map on my
smartphone was very accurate. Nice to
finally meet you in person, Robert.
>> Great to meet you, too. Please call me
Rob. Did you drive here?
>> No, I took the metro. I'm still learning
the city. I'm from New Jersey
originally, so the layout of DC is a
little confusing for me right now.
>> Don't worry, you'll get used to it. I'm
from Chicago, so I missed the grid
system for a long time. But DC has a
great charm. Shall we go up? I'm on the
top floor. the penthouse.
>> Well, technically, yes, but it's just a
really nice apartment with a great view.
After you.
This elevator is actually high speed.
It's the fastest in the district.
>> Oh, I hope my ears don't pop.
>> It's very smooth. You won't feel a
thing. So, Margaret, you mentioned
you're a nurse.
>> That's right. I'm with the University
Hospital. I'm doing an international
exchange program right now. It's a lot
of work, but I love it.
>> That sounds intense. My schedule is
pretty crazy, too, but in a different
way. I work in digital finance,
blockchain technology.
>> Oh, like that digital money people talk
about on the news.
>> Exactly. It never sleeps, so neither do
I. That's why I made sure this apartment
is perfect for relaxing when I actually
do get a break. Here we are. Unit 12A.
Everything is keyless. You just use a
code or an app on your phone.
>> That's convenient. No more losing keys
at the bottom of my bag. [laughter]
>> Exactly. Come on in.
>> Welcome to your potential new home.
>> Oh my goodness, Robert. This is
spacious.
>> It is, isn't it? It's an open concept
design. I wanted the living room, the
dining area, and the workspace to flow
together
>> and the light. Look at those windows.
>> Floor to ceiling glass. You get the
sunrise in the morning. Watch this.
House privacy mode off.
>> You can talk to the curtains.
>> You can talk to almost everything in
here. The lights, the temperature, the
music. It's a fully integrated smart
home. It fits my lifestyle. I like
things efficient. It's beautiful. But
can I ask a practical question?
>> Of course, ask anything.
>> Does it get hot with all this glass?
>> That's a good question. The glass is
treated to block UV rays. Plus, the
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