Pratique du Shadowing: Asking for and Giving Directions - Apprendre l'anglais à l'oral avec la vidéo

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Asking for and giving directions.
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This is our hotel.
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Let's go inside.
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Hello.
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Good afternoon.
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How may I help you?
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We'd like to check in, please.
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Certainly.
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Do you have a reservation?
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Yes, it's under Scott.
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I've booked a triple room.
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May I see your ID please?
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Sure.
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Here it is.
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Thank you.
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Yes, I have found your reservation.
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Okay, this is your room key.
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Your room is on the second floor.
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Just take the lift on the left.
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When you get off the lift, turn left.
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Your room is at the end of the corridor on the right side.
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Thank you very much.
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It was my pleasure.
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Let's take the elevator.
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Here we are at last.
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I love our room.
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It's nice.
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I have to go to the pharmacy to buy some medicines.
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I'll be right back.
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Excuse me, is there a pharmacy around here?
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Turn right at the corner and go straight ahead it's on your right next to the bakery great thanks a lot
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Excuse me, I need to find an ATM.
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Can you help me?
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Yes, of course.
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Go straight ahead, cross the road and go past the sweet shop.
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Then you'll see a park.
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There is an ATM in the bank next to the park.
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Thank you so much for your help.
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You're welcome.
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Hello.
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Would you mind telling me where the post office is?
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Oh, it's not far from here.
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Can you see the museum next to the bank?
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Yes, of course.
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I can see it.
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Well, the post office is opposite the museum.
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It's right on the corner.
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I see.
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It's quite close.
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Thanks for your kindness.
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Have a nice day.
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My pleasure.
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You too.
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Hello?
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Where are you honey?
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I am at the post office.
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You said you only wanted to go to the pharmacy.
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Well, I changed my mind.
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Anyway, I have a surprise for you.
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I've just rented a car.
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So I'm coming to pick you up.
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Really?
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That sounds great.
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Then I'm going to wait for you right here.
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So how do I get there? there.
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I'm in front of the hotel.
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You have to turn right at the corner and go two blocks along the street.
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The post office is right on the corner of the third block.
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Okay.
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I'll be there in just a few minutes.
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Excuse me.
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Could you tell me where the hospital is?
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Sorry, I don't know.
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I'm not from around here.
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It's okay.
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I wonder where that music is coming from.
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We have just got to the post office, but you're not here.
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Where are you?
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I am at the amusement park.
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Where is that?
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Walk up to the crosswalk in front of the restaurant that is next to the post office.
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Cross the street and you're there.
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Then go straight ahead on the path, past the clown.
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Then you'll see a fountain.
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I'm sitting on the bench near the fountain.
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I had so much fun at the amusement park.
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But where are we going now?
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Well, we should go to the shopping mall.
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I'll have to ask someone to guide us.
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Excuse me, do you know where the shopping mall is?
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Turn right at the intersection, and go unblock, then turn left, go past the bus stop, and you'll see the shopping mall on your left.
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It's next to the cinema.
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Thank you very much.
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You're welcome.
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Mom, I need to go to the restroom.
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Oh, I wonder where the restroom is.
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Excuse me, do you know where the restroom is?
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Yes, of course.
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It's at the end of the hole to the right.
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Thanks.
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It's time for dinner.
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Let's go back to the hotel.
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Thanks for watching.
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About This Lesson

This lesson focuses on the essential skills of asking for and giving directions in English. Learners will practice responding to common inquiries about location and will also become familiar with the structure and vocabulary often used in these conversations. By working through the examples in the transcript, you'll enhance your ability to communicate effectively in various real-world situations, especially when navigating a new city or area.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • Check in - The process of registering upon arrival at a hotel.
  • Reservation - A prior arrangement made to secure accommodation or a service.
  • Lift - Another term for elevator, used commonly in British English.
  • Pharmacy - A place where medications and health products are sold.
  • ATM - Automated Teller Machine, a machine for banking transactions.
  • Post office - A facility that handles mail and packages.
  • Cross the road - To go from one side of the street to the other.
  • Turn left/right - Directions indicating which way to go when reaching an intersection.

Practice Tips

To maximize your learning experience, try employing the shadowing technique as you listen to the video transcript. The shadow speech involves repeating what you hear immediately after the speaker, imitating their tone, pace, and pronunciation. This method is particularly beneficial in this lesson because the dialogues are clear and at a conversational pace.

Since the dialogues reflect typical interactions in English-speaking environments, pay attention to intonation and pauses. When the speakers say, “Excuse me, is there a pharmacy around here?” notice how their voice rises slightly, indicating a question. Practicing with these nuances will help you sound more natural and confident.

Additionally, consider using a tool like shadowspeak, allowing you to practice by yourself or with a partner. This method not only helps in memorizing key phrases but also builds your ability to respond to questions fluidly. Don't hesitate to revisit challenging sections, as repetition is an effective way to internalize new vocabulary and improve your speaking skills.

Remember, the more you practice through shadowing, the better you will become at navigating everyday conversations in English. Enjoy your learning journey!

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.