Shadowing Practice: TOEFL Listening Practice | Conversation #28 | Student Orientation - Learn English Speaking with Video
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Prepare for the TOEFL listening section with this sample conversation.
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Listen to the conversation, answer the questions about it.
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Check your score at the end of the video.
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Review the conversation to understand the correct answers.
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you Good morning.
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Welcome to our university.
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And more importantly, welcome to your new home away from home.
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My name is Ms. Taylor, and I'm here to help you settle in and make the most of your time here.
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How are you feeling so far?
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A little nervous, to be honest.
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Everything feels so different.
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That's totally normal.
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It's a big adjustment, but we're here to support you every step of the way.
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It'll take some time, but soon everything will start to feel familiar.
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Let me start by giving you an overview of some key campus resources.
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That would be really helpful.
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I don't want to fall behind in my classes.
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I understand.
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And that's exactly why we have academic support in place.
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If you ever need help with your coursework, we have a writing center and a tutoring center, both located in the main library.
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They offer free one -on -one sessions to help you with essays, assignments, or even time management skills.
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Do I need to book an appointment, or can I just walk in?
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That sounds really convenient.
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Good question.
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You can do either, but appointments are recommended during busy times, like midterms and finals, to make sure you get the help you need without waiting too long.
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What about professors?
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Are they open to students asking for help?
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I was worried they might be too busy.
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Absolutely.
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Professors have office hours every week and they're happy to answer questions or go over material you didn't understand in class.
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They expect students to reach out, so don't hesitate.
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It's part of their job to support you.
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That's good to know.
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I wasn't sure if it was okay to approach them directly.
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It's nice to hear they actually encourage it.
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Yes, they do.
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Thank you.
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Building a good relationship with your professors can also be really helpful for networking and future opportunities.
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Do I need to pay for those services?
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It's a relief that most things are covered.
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Most services are covered under your student health insurance, so you won't need to pay out of pocket for basic care.
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Just make sure to bring your student ID when you visit the health center.
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And what about fitness?
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Is there a gym I can use?
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I'd love to keep up with my workouts.
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Yes, we have a state -of -the -art recreation center with a gym, swimming pool, and fitness classes like yoga and Zumba.
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It's free for all students, you just need your ID to get in.
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That's awesome.
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I'll definitely check it out.
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I didn't expect there to be so many options.
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I'm glad to hear that.
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Staying active is a great way to manage stress and stay healthy while adjusting to university life.
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What about transportation?
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Are there buses for getting around campus?
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I don't have a bike, so that's really useful.
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Yes, we have a free campus shuttle service that runs from 6 a .m to midnight.
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It stops at all the major buildings and residence halls.
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If you're interested in biking in the future, there's also a bike sharing program available.
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That's great!
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And what about safety?
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It's good to know the university takes this seriously.
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We take campus safety very seriously.
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We have a 24 /7 campus security team, and there are emergency call boxes located throughout campus.
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You can also download our university's safety app, which has features like real -time alerts and a virtual walk -home service.
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That's really reassuring.
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I'll definitely download the Safety app.
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That's a great idea.
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It's always good to be prepared, and the app can give you peace of mind.
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Is there a list of the club somewhere?
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I'd love to join something and meet new people.
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Yes, you'll find a full list on the university website.
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And there's also a student organization fair next week where you can meet club representatives and sign up.
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That sounds fun.
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I'll definitely check it out.
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It's nice that there are so many ways to get involved.
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Absolutely.
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Getting involved in clubs is one of the best ways to make friends and feel more connected to the university community.
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Not right now, but who should I contact if I need help later?
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It's good to know there's always support available.
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You can always come to the International Student Office.
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We're here to answer any questions you have, whether it's about your visa, academics, or adjusting to life here.
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Thank you so much.
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This has been really helpful.
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I feel a lot better about starting here now.
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You're very welcome.
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I'm so glad you're here, and I can't wait to see you thrive.
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Welcome to our university.
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What is the main purpose of the conversation?
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Two.
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Why does Ms. Taylor mention midterms and finals when talking about tutoring services?
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3. How are the Campus Shuttle service and the bike sharing programs similar?
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4. What can be inferred about the University's fitness center?
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5. Which two reasons does Ms. Taylor give for why Ravi should visit his professors during office hours?
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Music Thank you.
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- Thank you.
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Thank you.
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Vocabulario y notas de pronunciación para esta lección
Esta lección de conversación de nivel B1 se basa en el vídeo “TOEFL Listening Practice”. Las palabras que más se repiten: campus, student, conversation, center, professors. Este vídeo tiene 97 frases y 886 palabras para practicar shadowing. La parte hablada dura 7:08. El hablante mantiene un ritmo constante de unas 124 palabras por minuto, cómodo para el shadowing. El 88 % de las palabras está entre las 3.000 más comunes del inglés, por lo que el vocabulario es fácil de seguir. 17 de sus 97 frases son preguntas, así que sirve para practicar la entonación de las preguntas y las respuestas cortas.
Vocabulario clave de este vídeo
Las 15 palabras más avanzadas del vídeo, con su pronunciación y significado:
| Palabra | Pronunciación | Significado |
|---|---|---|
| midterm adjetivo | /ˈmɪdˌtɚm/ | parcial, de medio término |
| tutor sustantivo | /ˈtjuːtəː/ | tutor, protutor |
| shuttle sustantivo | /ˈʃʌtəl/ | lanzadera |
| locate verbo | /ˈloʊˌkeɪt/ | ubicar, colocar |
| adjust verbo | /əˈd͡ʒʌst/ | ajustar, arreglar |
| coursework sustantivo | asignaturas, trabajos de curso | |
| reassure verbo | /ˌɹi.əˈʃʊɹ/ | tranquilizar |
| thrive verbo | /θɹajv/ | prosperar, crecer |
| hesitate verbo | /ˈhɛz.ə.teɪt/ | vacilar, dudar |
| adjustment sustantivo | /əˈd͡ʒʌst.mənt/ | ajuste, modificación |
| distress sustantivo | /dɪˈstɹɛs/ | distrés, distress |
| workout sustantivo | /ˈwɝk.aʊ̯t/ | entrenamiento |
| subscribe verbo | /səbˈskɹaɪb/ | suscribirse, subscribirse |
| recreation sustantivo | /ɹiːkɹiˈeɪʃən/ | recreación |
| importantly adverbio | /ɪmˈpɔɹ.tənt.li/ | importantemente |
Phrasal verbs que vas a escuchar
| Palabra | Significado |
|---|---|
| go over verbo | sentar, pasar |
| keep up with verbo | seguir, ir al paso |
| reach out verbo | tender la mano |
| sign up verbo | inscribir, alistar |
Frases que vale la pena repetir
Frases cortas y completas del vídeo que puedes reutilizar en la conversación diaria:
- How are you feeling so far?
- I don't want to fall behind in my classes.
- It's part of their job to support you.
- Do I need to pay for those services?
- Is there a gym I can use?
Gramática en este vídeo
Las estructuras que más usa el hablante, con las palabras exactas del vídeo:
| Estructura | En el vídeo |
|---|---|
| Voz pasiva be + participio pasado — importa lo que ocurre, no quién lo hace | are recommended · are covered · be prepared |
| Consejo con “should” should + verbo — decir qué es buena idea | should I contact · should visit |
| Superlativos the -est / the most … — lo más alto o lo más bajo de un grupo | the most of · the best |
| Futuro con “will” will + verbo — una decisión, una promesa o una predicción | It'll take · won't need · I'll definitely check |
Pronunciación a tener en cuenta
El hablante usa 24 contracciones y formas reducidas, como don't, I'll, I'm. Dilas en su forma corta, tal como las oyes.
- Los sonidos de “sh” y “zh”: shuttle /ˈʃʌtəl/, reassure /ˌɹi.əˈʃʊɹ/, recreation /ɹiːkɹiˈeɪʃən/
- Palabras largas — cuida el acento: recreation /ɹiːkɹiˈeɪʃən/, importantly /ɪmˈpɔɹ.tənt.li/
Sonidos difíciles para hispanohablantes:
- /v/ — no es /b/: los dientes tocan el labio inferior: thrive /θɹajv/, overview /ˈoʊ.vɚˌvjuː/, visa /ˈviːzə/, convenient /kənˈviː.niənt/, virtual /ˈvɜɹt͡ʃuəl/
- /z/ — sonora, no /s/: hesitate /ˈhɛz.ə.teɪt/, visa /ˈviːzə/
- /dʒ/ — no es la “y” ni la “ch”: adjust /əˈd͡ʒʌst/, adjustment /əˈd͡ʒʌst.mənt/
Cómo practicar con este vídeo
- Escucha el vídeo entero una vez sin hablar y anota las palabras que no conoces.
- Haz shadowing frase por frase a velocidad normal, repitiendo cada una hasta que tu ritmo coincida con el del hablante.
- Grábate y compara con el original, prestando atención a palabras como midterm, tutor, shuttle.
¿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.