Pratique du Shadowing: Bad Day Time Loop - Studio C - Apprendre l'anglais à l'oral avec la vidéo

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- Allison, I need to tell you something.
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Allison: I don't wanna hear it, Henry.
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I wanted to meet here to talk about our relationship, and you show up an hour late?!
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We're done.
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Henry: Allison, wait.
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Wait. I know you're unhappy.
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Just... okay...
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this is gonna be really hard to believe, but I am stuck in a time loop.
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I am living this day over and over again.
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- Both: Don't be cute, Henry.
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- Don't believe me?
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Fine, I'll prove it.
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You see that guy over there?
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He's about to spill hot chocolate all over himself.
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- Oh, no!
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Seriously?!
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Ah, come on!
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- Now, a woman in a red sweater will enter and order chamomile tea.
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- Hi, uh, could I have a chamomile tea, please?
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- Okay, you're just making things up as an excuse.
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- Now, the first guy's gonna spill hot chocolate all over himself again.
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Doug: Oh, thank you very much.
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Oh, nooo, nooo!
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Not chocolate on my loafers!
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What are the odds?
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- Okay, that was pretty weird.
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But I don't care, Henry.
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You never wanted to talk about us, about our future, if we even had one-- - Hold that thought.
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He's about to slip on his own hot chocolate and then spill that lady's tea on himself.
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Doug: Oh, oh, no!
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Tori: Oh gosh!
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- Today is not my day!
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Henry: - You're really in a time loop.
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Also, what's wrong with that guy?
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Henry: I don't know, but he's fascinating, right?
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His name's Doug.
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Oh, look, look!
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Watch what he's about to do.
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Doug: Ugh, goodness me.
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Oh, nooo! Henry: Doug and Henry: No, not my loafers!
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Henry: - Okay, should we help him?
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- Uhhh, I've tried.
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Yeah, no matter what I do, he always spills three drinks and a bucket of cream on himself every time.
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Allison: Okay, well, you're obviously in a time loop to learn something, so is Doug a part of that?
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- No. I am certain he's not.
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If anything, he's a distraction.
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Oh, oh, here he comes.
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Watch this.
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- Hey, you.
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I can hear you talking about me, What's your problem, man?
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- Now, Doug, let's just-- - How do you know my name?
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Doug and Henry: What the...?
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Doug: Both: How are you doing this?
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Doug: Both: What's the big idea?
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Doug: Both: Oh, wise guy, huh?
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Okay, that's it.
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Now Doug's gonna bring the pain.
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Doug: - Okay, you might wanna avert your eyes for this next part.
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A dog, three cats, and seven squirrels are about to give Doug the beatdown of his life.
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Doug: Animals: Doug: Ohhh, I cannot catch a break today!
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Henry: - Are you gonna help him?
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- There's no point.
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I once spent a whole day following Doug around and saving him.
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If I stop this, he turns around and falls into six-- six consecutive manholes.
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This is his destiny.
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- Okay, well, Doug aside, I mean, what happens to us?
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Do we work this out?
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- Uh, I don't know.
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Umm... yeah, I never get past Doug.
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In all 7,862 iterations of this day, I just follow that guy around and watch bad stuff happen to him.
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Doug and Henry: Oh, no, my passport.
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That squirrel took it.
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Hey, shut up!
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- Yeah, that's for the best.
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If he gets on that flight today, he gets sucked out through the airplane toilet.
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Thoonk! - Okay, well, maybe today is the day that we focus on us.
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- I'd like that.
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Both: Doug: Ahhh!
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Ahhhhh!
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- He just wiped out on a kid's skateboard and got kicked in the head by a police horse.
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Oh, no matter what we do, those two things always happen.
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Oh, Doug, too bad you're gonna get hit by that truck later today and live...
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- What? Allison: You're a piece of work, Henry.
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I never wanna see you again.
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Doug: Ohhh, come on!
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Henry: All right.
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Come on, bud.
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Let's get you to the airport.
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If I was ever stuck in a time loop, I would want it to be here.
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With you. - Or they could just subscribe to our channel and it would be like a more healthy version of that.
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- Oh, yes.
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Yes, just do that.

Context & Background

The scene from the video "Bad Day Time Loop" features a comedic exchange between two characters, Henry and Allison. Henry reveals to Allison that he is caught in a time loop, living the same day repeatedly. This situation serves as a backdrop for exploring themes of communication and relationships, as Henry tries to explain his predicament amidst hilarious distractions. This transcript provides excellent material for learners who want to practice conversational English, recognize humor in dialogue, and enhance their listening skills.

Top 5 Phrases for Daily Communication

  • “I need to tell you something.” - A direct way to initiate a conversation that highlights the importance of the topic.
  • “I don’t want to hear it.” - Useful in expressing disinterest or discomfort in a conversation.
  • “You show up an hour late?!” - This phrase can be used to express discontent regarding punctuality.
  • “Okay, this is gonna be really hard to believe.” - A preface to introduce an unbelievable or challenging idea.
  • “I am stuck in a time loop.” - A creative way to explain a repetitive situation, highlighting the need for problem-solving.

Step-by-step Shadowing Guide

To effectively use the shadowing technique with this video, follow these steps to improve your English speaking practice and understanding of the content:

  1. Watch and Listen: Begin by watching the video once without any interruptions. Focus on the characters’ expressions and intonation to understand the context.
  2. Break it Down: Split the transcript into smaller sections. This will help you concentrate on one part of the conversation at a time, making it less overwhelming.
  3. Repeat After the Speakers: Play a short clip of dialogue, pause, and then repeat what you heard. This not only aids in pronunciation but also helps you internalize the phrases.
  4. Use the Shadow Speech Technique: As you repeat, try to mimic the rhythm, intonation, and emotions conveyed by the characters. This enhances your ability to express the meaning behind the words.
  5. Practice Regularly: Make it a habit to shadow daily. Consistency will lead to noticeable improvements in improving English pronunciation and confidence.

By integrating these steps into your learning routine, you’ll find that tackling similar comedic dialogues becomes both enjoyable and educational. Embrace the humorous elements while enhancing your English communication skills!

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.

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