Pratique du Shadowing: Be Yourself | Selena Gomez - Apprendre l'anglais à l'oral avec la vidéo

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I'm surrounded by people who are supposed to guide me, and some of them have, and others haven't.
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They pressure me.
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There's so much pressure.
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You gotta be sexy, you gotta be cute, you gotta be nice, you gotta be all these things.
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And I'm sure you can all relate.
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You all have pressure that you have to deal with every day.
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I'm sure with school, with work, with friends, with parents, with family, with parents, I know, sometimes with mine.
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They tell me what to wear, how to look, what I should say, how I should be.
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Until recently, I had given in to that pressure.
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I lost sight of who I was.
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I listened to opinions of people.
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And I tried to change who I am because I thought that others would accept me for it.
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And I realized I don't know how to be anything but myself.
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Ah!

About This Lesson

In this lesson, you will engage in English speaking practice focusing on the themes of self-identity and external pressures. Inspired by the insights shared in the video "Be Yourself" by Selena Gomez, you’ll practice expressing your own views about societal expectations, personal authenticity, and the struggle to remain true to oneself. The lesson encourages you to utilize the shadowing technique, which will enhance your pronunciation, intonation, and rhythm in English speech. By the end of this lesson, you will be more comfortable discussing these relatable topics in fluent English while building confidence in your speaking skills.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • Pressure: The feeling of stress caused by demanding circumstances or expectations.
  • Guide: Someone who offers direction or advice.
  • Relate: To understand or identify with someone’s feelings or experiences.
  • Accept: To recognize something as valid or satisfactory.
  • Identity: The qualities, beliefs, and personality that make a person who they are.
  • Change: To make something different; to evolve.
  • Authenticity: The quality of being genuine or true to oneself.
  • Opinion: A belief or judgment that is not based on certainty or proof.

Practice Tips

When practicing with the transcript, consider using the shadowing technique, a highly effective method for improving your English speaking abilities. Here are some specific tips to help you:

  • Listen intently: Focus on the original pace and intonation of the speaker's voice. Start by listening to a short segment, then pause the video to repeat what you heard.
  • Match the tone: Pay attention to the emotions conveyed in the video. Selena's tone varies from reflective to assertive; mirror these emotions to enhance your speaking skills.
  • Practice in segments: Break the transcript down into smaller phrases or sentences for easier shadow speech practice. This approach allows for focused IELTS speaking practice on tricky vocabulary or pronunciations.
  • Record yourself: Use your phone or a recording device to capture your shadowed practice. Listening to playback will help you identify areas for improvement.
  • Engage with peers: If possible, share your recordings with friends or fellow learners for constructive feedback. Discuss your thoughts about personal identity and societal pressures to practice conversation skills.

Remember, the goal is to become comfortable expressing your thoughts and feelings in English, so enjoy the process of learning while being yourself!

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.