Pratique du Shadowing: Beginner Listening A1 Lesson 3 My Weekend - Apprendre l'anglais à l'oral avec la vidéo

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Hey Chantel, what do you do on the weekend?
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On the weekend, I wake up and first I make breakfast.
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Oh, what do you make?
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I like to make toast.
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Oh, right.
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I often eat toast too.
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Do you put butter on your toast?
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I do.
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I put butter and jam.
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Oh, I love butter and jam on my toast.
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Do you eat cereal?
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No, I used to, but not anymore.
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Yeah, on the weekend, I don't eat cereal.
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On the weekend, I cook a nice breakfast, but I eat cereal during the week.
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What else do you do on the weekend?
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Hmm, let's see.
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After I eat breakfast, I clean the kitchen and make my bed.
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What about you?
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I also clean my house.
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I clean my rooms.
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I vacuum.
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I wash the windows.
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I wash the dishes.
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I do my laundry.
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I do that on Saturday, but on Sunday, I have fun.
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And what do you do for fun?
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I go to the park.
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I play sports.
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I play soccer at the park.
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Sometimes I ride my bike.
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Sometimes I go hiking.
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I do lots on Sunday.
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On Sunday, I relax.
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I don't study.
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I don't work.
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And I don't clean my house.
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Nice.
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What do you do on Sunday?
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I also enjoy my time on Sunday.
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I really like to meet my friends, and sometimes we go to festivals or visit new cities, and we eat a lot of really good food.
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Oh, that sounds fun.
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Yes.
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Actually, we also really enjoy camping.
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Do you like camping?
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I love camping.
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I love the outdoors.
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I go hiking often.
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Oh, me too.
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Oh, that's cool.
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What about Sunday evening?
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Oh, Sunday evening, I relax.
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I cook a big dinner, and I listen to music, and sometimes I read my book.
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but often I go to sleep very early on Sunday.
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Oh, wow.
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And you?
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Well, on Sunday I don't cook.
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I usually order food.
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I order pizza or maybe I eat at a restaurant.
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And then later in the evening, on Sunday, I always watch TV.
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So my favorite TV show is on Sunday night.
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And what's your favorite TV show?
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My favorite TV show is called Billions.
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Billions?
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Yeah, it's about money and power in New York.
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It's very interesting.
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Nice.
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Maybe I should watch it.
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Oh, you should.
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But you go to bed early.
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Yes, around 9 o'clock.
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Oh, okay.
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Maybe you can see it.
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Okay.

Context & Background

In this lesson, two friends, Chantel and another speaker, engage in a casual conversation about their weekends. The dialogue highlights various everyday activities that they do during their leisure time, showcasing simple structures and vocabulary relevant for beginners. This type of practical dialogue is crucial for learners who want to understand the nuances of English conversation and daily contexts. By learning through these conversational exchanges, you can improve your English speaking skills and gain confidence in everyday interactions.

Top 5 Phrases for Daily Communication

  • What do you do on the weekend? - A common question used to inquire about someone's weekend activities.
  • I like to make toast. - A straightforward expression showing personal preference.
  • I put butter and jam on my toast. - A specific detail about a common food item, enhancing descriptive language.
  • I go to the park. - A simple activity that illustrates outdoor leisure time.
  • I enjoy my time on Sunday. - A positive affirmation of weekend enjoyment, encouraging a reflective tone.

Step-by-step Shadowing Guide

To effectively utilize the content from this video to improve your English pronunciation, follow this comprehensive shadowing guide:

  1. Listen Actively: Start by listening to the dialogue multiple times. Pay attention to the tone, rhythm, and pronunciation of phrases.
  2. Repeat and Imitate: Use the shadowing app or simply your own recording device. Play a segment of the audio, pause, and repeat what you hear. Try to match the speaker's intonation and pace closely. This technique, known as shadowspeaks, can significantly enhance your speaking fluency.
  3. Focus on Specific Phrases: Choose one of the top phrases highlighted above. Practice saying it out loud several times until you feel comfortable. This repetition helps embed the phrase in your memory.
  4. Record Yourself: After practicing, record your own voice speaking the phrases and sentences. Listen to your recording and compare it to the original. Identify areas for improvement in pronunciation and intonation.
  5. Engage with Others: Find a language partner or group to practice these dialogues. Use the learned phrases in real conversations to add context and deepen your understanding.

By following this systematic approach and utilizing shadowspeak techniques, you'll become more proficient at expressing yourself in English. Remember, practice is key to mastering a language!

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.