Pratique du Shadowing: American English Connected Reading | Daily Life English: Selling Sunscreens - Apprendre l'anglais à l'oral avec la vidéo

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Hey, what's up?
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It's Alex.
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Today we're going to look at a short text for selling sunscreens.
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This is daily life English that you might hear in a mall or a cosmetics store.
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Let's have a look.
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Hi, are you looking for sunscreens? Are you?
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Hi, are you?
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These go together. Are you? Are you?
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Hi, are you looking for?
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Looking becomes looking.
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Looking, looking for.
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This for becomes fur.
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Hi, are you looking for sunscreens?
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Great.
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I can recommend.
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I can.
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I can.
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It's not can.
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It's can.
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I can recommend this one right here.
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I can recommend this one right here.
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Recommend, recommend this.
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This N, D, isn't pronounced.
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Recommend this one right here.
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This T is pronounced very lightly, right here.
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It's a glottal stop.
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It's waterproof, and it's also designed for sensitive skin.
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Usually, you'll just have to apply it to apply.
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There's a W.
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You'll just have to apply it in the morning, in the, in the morning, those sounds blend together.
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In the morning, before you go out,
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you becomes ya, and go out has a w in between, before you go out.
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Or if you're looking for something cheaper, looking for again, for something.
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And sometimes we say something.
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Or if you're looking for something cheaper, something for something cheaper, looking for something cheaper.
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That happens when we speak very quickly.
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Or if you're looking for something cheaper, something cheaper, you can try this one.
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It's also waterproof, but it's a little bit oilier, and you might need to, and yeah, and yeah.
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This d-y kind of blends together and it becomes and-y.
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And-y.
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And-y.
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And-y.
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And you might need, might need, this T becomes a glottal stop, might need to put it on, put it on.
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These three words are very, very short.
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Put it on, Put it on.
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Put it on.
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Put it on.
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Put it on.
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Put it on twice during the day.
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During the becomes during the day.
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Twice during the day.
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During the day.
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Both are SPF 45.
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Both are.
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Both are.
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We don't say are, it's both are.
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Both are SPF 45.
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F 45.
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So those F sounds blend together.
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SPF 45 and both are.
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Again, both are.
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And both Both are on sale for 10% off.
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Not for, but for.
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For 10% off.
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Hi!
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Are you looking for sunscreens?
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Great!
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I can recommend this one right here.
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It's waterproof, and it's also designed for sensitive skin.
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Usually you'll just have to apply it in the morning before you go out.
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Or if you're looking for something cheaper, you can try this one.
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It's also waterproof, but it's a little bit oilier, and you might need to put it on twice during the day.
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Both are SPF 45, and both are on sale for 10% off.

Context & Background

The video features Alex, who guides viewers through the intricacies of American English as it pertains to a common real-life scenario—selling sunscreens in a mall or cosmetics store. This context is particularly relevant for learners, as understanding these everyday interactions can significantly enhance one’s conversational skills. In this digital age, being able to navigate such dialogues fluently can boost confidence and improve communication effectiveness, essential skills in both social and professional settings. The dialogue also highlights nuances in pronunciation, connected speech, and the informal contractions that occur in rapid conversations, making it an excellent resource for IELTS speaking practice.

Top 5 Phrases for Daily Communication

  • “Hi, are you looking for sunscreens?” - A friendly greeting that opens the conversation.
  • “I can recommend this one right here.” - A polite way to offer a suggestion to a customer.
  • “You’ll just have to apply it in the morning.” - Key advice that demonstrates the proper usage of the product.
  • “If you're looking for something cheaper…” - Important for addressing budget concerns in a transactional setting.
  • “You might need to put it on twice during the day.” - Instructional language that clarifies how to use the product effectively.

Step-by-Step Shadowing Guide

To tackle the content from this video effectively, consider the following shadowing steps to improve your speaking skills:

  1. Listen Actively: Start by watching the video without doing anything else. Focus on the natural flow of the conversation, noting any phrases that stand out.
  2. Break It Down: Repeat each phrase after Alex, paying close attention to his pronunciation and intonation. Notice how words blend together, which is a common occurrence in fluent speech, such as "looking for" becoming "looking fer."
  3. Practice Shadow Speech: Use the shadowspeak technique. Play the video and attempt to repeat exactly what you hear in real-time. This practice can help you internalize the rhythm and flow of American English.
  4. Record Yourself: To assess your progress, record your shadow speaking. Compare your recording with the original dialogue to identify areas for improvement.
  5. Repeat Regularly: Consistent practice is essential. Return to the video at various intervals to reinforce your learning and improve your confidence in speaking.

Incorporating these strategies will not only enhance your fluency but also equip you with practical language skills for everyday situations, crucial for mastering conversational English and succeeding in IELTS speaking practice. Embrace shadow speak techniques to unlock your potential in speaking English with ease!

Qu'est-ce que la technique du Shadowing ?

Le Shadowing est une technique d'apprentissage des langues fondée sur la science, développée à l'origine pour la formation des interprètes professionnels. Le principe est simple mais puissant : vous écoutez de l'anglais natif et le répétez immédiatement à voix haute — comme une ombre suivant le locuteur avec un décalage de 1 à 2 secondes. Les recherches montrent une amélioration significative de la précision de la prononciation, de l'intonation, du rythme, des liaisons, de la compréhension orale et de la fluidité.