Shadowing Practice: LEARNING ENGLISH - LESSON 1 ( Repeat and Remember) - Learn English Speaking with Video

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There are many things to remember when learning English and I am not talking about the words or the grammar rules.
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The one crucial area
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that must be considered whilst learning the language English involves the various methods of improving your own learning process.
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The important activities to carry out so as to expand your word power
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and improve your grasp of English come in many forms.
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They exist in many ways.
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For me, one of the best ways to learn English, or anything, is to go over what you have studied again and again,
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to repeat what you have recently focused on.
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For many English learners, this exercise might seem dull and boring, but in reality the action of repetition is crucial,
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especially when you are trying to get those all -important words and rules to go into and stay in your brain.
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Let's be honest, learning is basically a process of putting things in and keeping them in there until needed,
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a little like putting things in a cupboard until you need them.
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At first you might forget where they are, but over time you become familiar with where those things are and where they go.
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It is exactly the same process as learning a new skill.
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The more you do something, the easier it becomes to remember it.
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That is the reason why repeating new words,
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reviewing grammar rules, reciting a short poem or story is so important.
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As a matter of fact you can repeat anything again and again whilst learning and the result will be the same.
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You will remember it.
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Never be afraid to read and repeat.
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Listen and repeat.
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Review and repeat.
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The very basic rule The rule of learning anything states that the best way to learn something is to repeat it.
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Now, listen to this lesson again.
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Absorb the words.
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Take in the advice.
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And of course, have fun!

What You'll Practice in This Lesson

This lesson dives into a core English learning strategy: repetition. You’ll explore how repeating words, grammar rules, or even short stories helps information stick—like organizing items in a cupboard until you know exactly where to find them. By the end, you’ll not only understand why repetition matters but also have practical ways to apply it, especially through shadowing techniques that boost speaking and listening skills.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases to Notice

  • Word power: The strength of your vocabulary
  • Reciting: Saying something from memory aloud
  • Absorb: Take in information fully
  • Crucial: Extremely important
  • Review: Go over something again to remember it

Practice Tips: Mastering Shadowing with This Video

The video’s slow, clear tone makes it perfect for shadowspeak—a technique where you repeat what you hear immediately, mimicking tone and rhythm. Here’s how to try it: Play a 5-second clip, pause, and repeat it out loud. Focus on matching the speaker’s pace—don’t rush! If you stumble, replay the clip. This isn’t just about words; it’s about training your brain to think in English. For extra practice, use a shadowing app to record yourself and compare it to the video. Over time, shadowing techniques like this will make repetition feel less like work and more like a game. Remember, even native speakers use repetition to learn—so embrace it, have fun, and watch your confidence grow.

¿Qué es la Técnica de Shadowing?

Shadowing es una técnica de aprendizaje de idiomas respaldada por la ciencia, desarrollada originalmente para la formación de intérpretes profesionales y popularizada por el políglota Dr. Alexander Arguelles. El método es simple pero poderoso: escuchas audio en inglés nativo y lo repites en voz alta de inmediato, como una sombra que sigue al hablante con solo 1-2 segundos de retraso. A diferencia de la escucha pasiva o los ejercicios de gramática, el shadowing obliga a tu cerebro y músculos de la boca a procesar y reproducir simultáneamente patrones de habla reales. Las investigaciones muestran que mejora significativamente la precisión de la pronunciación, la entonación, el ritmo, el habla conectada, la comprensión auditiva y la fluidez al hablar, convirtiéndola en una de las metodologías más efectivas para la preparación del IELTS Speaking y la comunicación en inglés en el mundo real.

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