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In today's lesson, I'll teach you how to order coffee like a New Yorker,

and with a mini-story, you'll improve your fluency in English.

And in the last part of the lesson, I'll remind you how to activate your English vocabulary.

Okay, let's start.

With so many options available these days, it's hard to decide what kind of coffee to drink, and it can

even seem a little intimidating. Being familiar with these basic words and phrases will help

you to order with confidence and order something you really like. Start by deciding if you want a milk-based or

black coffee. If you are lactose intolerant on a diet or simply don't like milk, go for a black

coffee. Choose the strength as well as any extras you want. Finally, tell the barista or waiter

if you want your drink hot or iced, as well as the size you want. You'll see how soon you'll be

ordering coffee just like a pro. When choosing the size, keep in mind that coffee shops

are not always consistent in the terms they use for small, medium, and large coffees. A small

in one coffee shop can be a tall, in another, a single, and so on. So ask your waiter to explain

the store's lingo if you're not sure. Add extra shots if you like. Your waiter will be happy

to add an extra shot in your coffee. This can make your drink tastier and richer in caffeine. Just tell your

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