Shadowing Practice: Shadowing- Listening & Speaking English (US)- Travel- Upper Intermediate-B2 SHADOWING practice - Learn English Speaking with Video

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Listen and speak.
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A magical weekend in Paris.
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My unforgettable adventure.
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Embarking on a weekend getaway to Paris was truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience,
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filled with enchanting moments that will forever hold a special place in my heart.
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My journey began with the breathtaking sight of the Eiffel Tower,
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illuminated against the night sky.
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The iconic landmark cast a mesmerizing glow,
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creating a truly magical atmosphere.
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Walking along the Seine River,
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I couldn't help but marvel at the city's timeless beauty.
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The vibrant street markets and cozy cafes added a touch of authenticity to the experience.
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I savored French pastries and engaged in conversations with locals,
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immersing myself in the rich culture of the city.
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The bustling energy of Montmartre and the artistic vibe of the Louvre left a lasting impression on me.
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One of the highlights was a spontaneous visit to a hidden bookstore in Loumarais.
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The quaint shop, tucked away in a cobblestone alley,
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was a treasure trove of literature.
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As I flipped through the pages of antique books,
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I felt a sense of serenity and connection with the city's literary history.
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As I bid farewell to Paris,
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I realized that it's not just about the places you visit,
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but the moments you create.
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This weekend escapade taught me the significance of embracing the beauty in simplicity and cherishing every fleeting moment.
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Paris, with its charm and allure,
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became a timeless chapter in my book of cherished memories.
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Let's practice.
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Listen and repeat.
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A magical weekend in Paris.
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A magical weekend in Paris.
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A magical weekend in Paris.
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My unforgettable adventure Embarking on a weekend getaway to Paris was truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
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Embarking on a weekend getaway to Paris was truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
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Filled with enchanting moments that will forever hold a special place in my heart.
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Filled with enchanting moments that will forever hold a special place in my heart.
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Embarking on a weekend getaway to Paris was truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience,
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filled with enchanting moments that will forever hold a special place in my heart.
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The first time I was in Paris,
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I was in Paris, and I was in Paris.
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Embarking on a weekend getaway to Paris was truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience,
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filled with enchanting moments that will forever hold a special place in my heart.
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Embarking on a weekend getaway to Paris was truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience,
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filled with enchanting moments that will forever hold a special place in my heart.
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My journey began with the breathtaking sight of the Eiffel Tower,
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illuminated against the night sky.
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My journey began with the breathtaking sight of the Eiffel Tower,
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illuminated against the night sky.
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My journey began with the breathtaking sight of the Eiffel Tower,
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illuminated against the night sky.
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The iconic landmark cast a mesmerizing glow,
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creating a truly magical atmosphere.
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Walking along the Seine River,
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I couldn't help but marvel at the city's timeless beauty.
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Walking along the Seine River,
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I couldn't help but marvel at the city's timeless beauty.
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The vibrant street markets and cozy cafes added a touch of authenticity to the experience.
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The vibrant street markets and cozy cafes added a touch of authenticity to the experience.
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The vibrant street markets and cozy cafes added a touch of authenticity to the experience.
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I savored French pastries and engaged in conversations with locals,
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immersing myself in the rich culture of the city.
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I savored French pastries and engaged in conversations with locals,
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immersing myself in the rich culture of the city.
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I savored French pastries and engaged in conversations with locals,
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immersing myself in the rich culture of the city.
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The bustling energy of Mon Matra and the artistic vibe of the Louvre left a lasting impression on me.
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The bustling energy of Mon Matra and the artistic vibe of the Louvre left a lasting impression on me.
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The bustling energy of Mon Matra and the artistic vibe of the Louvre left a lasting impression on me.
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One of the highlights was a spontaneous visit to a hidden bookstore in Loumarais.
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One of the highlights was a spontaneous visit to a hidden bookstore in Lumaray.
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One of the highlights was a spontaneous visit to a hidden bookstore in Lumaray.
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The quaint shop, tucked away in a cobblestone alley,
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was a treasure trove of literature.
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The quaint shop, tucked away in a cobblestone alley,
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was a treasure trove of literature.
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The quaint shop, tucked away in a cobblestone alley,
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was a treasure trove of literature.
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As I flipped through the pages of antique books,
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I felt a sense of serenity and connection with the city's literary history.
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As I flipped through the pages of antique books,
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I felt a sense of serenity and connection with the city's literary history.
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As I flipped through the pages of antique books,
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I felt a sense of serenity and connection with the city's literary history.
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As I bid farewell to Paris,
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I realized that it's not just about the places you visit but the moments you create.
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As I bid farewell to Paris,
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I realized that it's not just about the places you visit but the moments you create.
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As I bid farewell to Paris,
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I realized that it's not just about the places you visit but the moments you create.
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This weekend escapade taught me the significance of embracing the beauty in simplicity and cherishing every fleeting moment.
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This weekend escapade taught me the significance of embracing the beauty in simplicity and cherishing every fleeting moment.
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This weekend escapade taught me the significance of embracing the beauty in simplicity and cherishing every fleeting moment.
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Paris, with its charm and allure,
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became a timeless chapter in my book of cherished memories.
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Paris, with its charm and allure,
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became a timeless chapter in my book of cherished memories.
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Paris, with its charm and allure,
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became a timeless chapter in my book of cherished memories.
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Well done!
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You have just practiced listening and speaking.
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Please select one or two highlighted words from the passage and provide their meanings in the comments section.
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Keep practicing!

Vocabulario y notas de pronunciación para esta lección

Esta lección de conversación de nivel B2 se basa en el vídeo “Shadowing- Listening & Speaking English (US)- Travel- Upper Intermediate-B2 SHADOWING practice”. Las palabras que más se repiten: Paris, weekend, moment, experience, truly. Este vídeo tiene 101 frases y 1025 palabras para practicar shadowing. La parte hablada dura 12:16. El hablante habla despacio, unas 84 palabras por minuto, así que hay tiempo para imitar cada sonido. Solo el 67 % de las palabras está entre las 3.000 más comunes del inglés, por lo que el vocabulario es exigente.

Vocabulario clave de este vídeo

Las 15 palabras más avanzadas del vídeo, con su pronunciación y significado:

PalabraPronunciaciónSignificado
cherish verbo/ˈt͡ʃɛɹɪʃ/conservar, abrigar
enchant verbo/ɪnˈt͡ʃænt/encantar, embelesar
getaway sustantivoescapatoria
allure verbo/əˈlʊɚ/atraer, cautivar
bustle sustantivo/ˈbʌsəl/ajetreo
cobblestone sustantivo/ˈkɑbl̩ˌstoʊn/adoquín
cosy adjetivo/ˈkoʊzi/acogedor, hogareño
escapade sustantivo/ˈɛskəˌpeɪd/aventura, andanza
illuminate verbo/ɪˈl(j)umɪneɪt/iluminar
immerse verbo/ɪˈmɜɹs/inmergir
serenity sustantivo/səˈɹɛnɪti/sosiego, tranquilidad
pastry sustantivo/ˈpeɪstɹi/pastelito, pastelillo
tuck verbo/tʌk/hacer dobladillo
breathtaking adjetivo/ˈbɹɛθˌteɪ.kɪŋ/impresionante, emocionante
authenticity sustantivo/ɑθɛnˈtɪsɪti/autenticidad

Pronunciación a tener en cuenta

El hablante usa 3 contracciones y formas reducidas, como couldn't. Dilas en su forma corta, tal como las oyes.

  • Los sonidos de “th”: breathtaking /ˈbɹɛθˌteɪ.kɪŋ/, authenticity /ɑθɛnˈtɪsɪti/
  • Los sonidos de “sh” y “zh”: cherish /ˈt͡ʃɛɹɪʃ/, treasure /ˈtɹɛʒəɹ/
  • Palabras largas — cuida el acento: illuminate /ɪˈl(j)umɪneɪt/, serenity /səˈɹɛnɪti/, authenticity /ɑθɛnˈtɪsɪti/, spontaneous /spɑnˈteɪ.ni.əs/, simplicity /sɪmˈplɪsɪti/

Sonidos difíciles para hispanohablantes:

  • /v/ — no es /b/: los dientes tocan el labio inferior: trove /tɹoʊv/, vibrant /ˈvaɪbɹənt/, vibe /vaɪb/, marvel /ˈmɑɹvəl/
  • /z/ — sonora, no /s/: cosy /ˈkoʊzi/, mesmerize /ˈmɛzməɹaɪz/

Cómo practicar con este vídeo

  1. Escucha el vídeo entero una vez sin hablar y anota las palabras que no conoces.
  2. Haz shadowing frase por frase a velocidad normal, repitiendo cada una hasta que tu ritmo coincida con el del hablante.
  3. Grábate y compara con el original, prestando atención a palabras como cherish, enchant, getaway.

¿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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