Pratique du Shadowing: Conversational English - Occupations - Apprendre l'anglais à l'oral avec la vidéo

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Hi, I'm Anne.
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I am a student and I am a video designer.
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What do you do?
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Listen to this story about meeting new friends and learn how to talk about your occupation in American English.
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Yesterday I went to a party.
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I met some new friends there.
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Hi, how are you?
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I'm Anne.
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Nice to meet you.
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I'm Julia.
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Good to meet you.
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I'm Tom.
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Are you a college student?
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Yes, I am.
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I go to City University.
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And what do you do?
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I work for a software company.
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I am a computer engineer.
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That's great!
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And what do you do for a living, Tom?
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I'm a teacher.
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That's nice.
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Where do you work?
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I work at the City High School.
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We can talk about our occupations in three different ways.
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One way is I work for plus an organization or person.
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I work for a construction company.
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I work for an attorney.
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Another way is I am a or I am n plus an occupation.
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I am a nurse.
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I am a journalist.
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I am a farmer.
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We can also say, "I work at a," or "I work at n," or "I work at the," plus a place.
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I work at a hospital.
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I work at a restaurant.
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Now it's your turn.
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What do you do?
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Tell us about your occupation in the comments.
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This is American English.
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Thank you for watching.

About This Lesson

In this lesson, you'll practice speaking about occupations in American English. Learning how to express what you do for a living is essential for everyday conversations and networking. Through a fun story about meeting new friends at a party, you will discover three effective ways to talk about your job. This exercise will not only improve your conversation skills but also help you feel more confident when discussing your profession with others. By the end of the lesson, you'll be able to introduce yourself and explain your occupation naturally and fluently.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • I work for - Used to specify the organization you are employed by, e.g., "I work for a software company."
  • I am a - A phrase used to define your occupation, e.g., "I am a computer engineer."
  • I work at - Used to indicate a specific place of employment, e.g., "I work at a hospital."
  • What do you do? - A common question to inquire about someone's occupation.
  • Nice to meet you - A polite expression used upon meeting someone new.
  • Where do you work? - A question asking for the location of someone's workplace.
  • Occupation - A term that refers to someone's job or profession.

Practice Tips

To make the most of this lesson, try shadowing the speakers in the video as you learn English with YouTube. Shadowing helps improve English pronunciation and speaking fluency. Here are some tailored tips:

  • Start by repeating the phrases out loud immediately after hearing them. This will help you internalize the sentence structures and vocabulary.
  • Focus on the tone and speed of the conversation. The video's pace is conversational and friendly, perfect for mimicking.
  • Practice in front of a mirror or record yourself to notice how your mouth moves while you speak. This can enhance your clarity and comfort when discussing your occupation.
  • Engage with others or use a shadowing app to find a partner for practicing. Discuss your occupations together and ask each other the question, “What do you do?”
  • Repeat the exercise multiple times throughout the week. Regular shadowing will help solidify your learning and grow your confidence.

Join the community of English learners using shadowing techniques to elevate your language skills. With consistent practice, you'll naturally improve your pronunciation and conversational prowess in discussing your occupation.

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.