Pratique du Shadowing: Day 19 - Learning English & Personal Growth | 21days speaking challenge - Apprendre l'anglais à l'oral avec la vidéo

Today, you’ll dive into a real-life English learning journey from the video, focusing on speaking about personal goals, daily challenges, and motivation. You’ll practice expressing why you learn English, describing your routine, and sharing how small steps lead to growth—skills that are perfect for IELTS speaking practice or everyday conversations. By the end, you’ll feel more confident talking about your own language learning experiences.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases to Notice

• Communicate better: A common goal that’s easy to adapt—try "communicate more clearly" or "communicate effectively."
• Practice speaking by recording videos: A practical tip you can use too! Swap "recording videos" with "talking to a friend" or "using a shadowing app."
• Learning while working and raising a family: A relatable challenge—describe your own busy schedule with "while studying" or "while balancing work."
• Practicing a little bit every day: A key mindset—repeat this phrase to reinforce consistency.
• Speak more confidently: The ultimate goal! Use "feel more confident" or "speak with confidence" to vary your speech.

Tips for Shadowing This Video

The video’s tone is warm and conversational, with a moderate speed—perfect for shadow speak practice. Here’s how to try the shadowing technique: First, listen once to get the flow. Then, pause after each sentence and repeat it, matching the speaker’s rhythm and stress (notice how "every day" is emphasized). For tricky parts, like "learning English while working," slow down the video (many platforms let you adjust speed) and focus on linking the words smoothly. If you’re new to shadowing, use a shadowing app to record yourself and compare—you’ll quickly spot areas to improve. Remember, the goal isn’t perfection; it’s about getting comfortable with natural speech patterns. By the end, you’ll not only learn English with videos but also build the habit of daily practice that the speaker talks about.

Now, ask yourself: Why are you learning English? Try answering out loud, using the phrases you just practiced. You’re one step closer to speaking more confidently!