Pratique du Shadowing: Don’t Always Say I’M GOOD in English - Say This Instead! | English Vocabulary Lesson - Apprendre l'anglais à l'oral avec la vidéo

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Stop saying I'm good in English.
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Okay, I'm good is something that native speakers say all the time.
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It's probably the most common response to the question, how are you?
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However, if you want to spice up your vocabulary, there are several common alternatives to I'm good, which I'm going to teach you in today's video.
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If you're having a casual, everyday conversation with your friends and somebody asks you, how are you?
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You could say, pretty good.
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You?
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Solid day so far.
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Solid day so far.
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Can't complain.
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Busy, but the good kind.
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Not bad at all.
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How about you?
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I'm doing all right.
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I'm doing all right.
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I'm doing pretty well.
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I'm doing pretty well.
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If you're at a professional or networking event, you probably want to be a bit more formal.
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You could say, I'm doing well, working on a new project right now.
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I'm staying busy. And yourself?
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I'm having a really good week, actually.
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What about you?
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I have a lot going on, but I'm doing well.
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I can't complain.
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Things are moving in the right direction.
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Things are moving in the right direction.
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If you're in a job interview, you could say, I'm doing well, thanks.
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Glad to be here.
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Good, thank you.
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I've been looking forward to this.
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I'm doing well.
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I appreciate you making the time.
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I'm doing well.
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Thanks for asking.
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If you're meeting somebody you haven't seen in a long time, you could say, it's been too long.
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I'm doing well though.
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It's been too long.
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I'm doing well though.
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Good.
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A lot's changed since I saw you.
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Not too bad.
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Feels like forever.
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Great.
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We need to catch up.
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Great.
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We need to catch up.
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Sometimes you won't actually be doing all too well.
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So how can you express this without sounding like a downer or taking the conversation into a negative place?
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You might say, I'm fine.
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It's been a long week though.
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I'm managing.
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You know how it is.
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I'm managing.
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You know how it is.
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I'm getting by.
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I'm getting by.
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Hanging in there.
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I'm hanging in there.
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I've been better, but I'm managing.
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I've been better, but I'm managing.
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I'm in a bit of a rough patch, but it's nothing I can't get through.
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I'm in a bit of a rough patch, but it's nothing I can't get through.
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And lastly, if you want a versatile way of responding to how are you, that's not too formal, but not too informal, you could say, I'm fine, thank you.
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How are you?
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I'm fine, thank you.
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How are you?
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Save this video for later and let me know in the comments, can you think of any other ways to say I'm good?
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Thanks for watching.
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I'll see you in the next video.

Level Up Your "How Are You?" Responses with This Fun Lesson

Tired of repeating "I'm good" every time someone asks how you're doing? This lesson will help you swap that overused phrase for fresh, natural alternatives—perfect for casual chats, work events, or catching up with old friends. By the end, you'll sound more like a native and feel confident mixing up your responses!

Key Vocabulary & Phrases to Master

  • "Pretty good. You?" A casual, friendly upgrade from "I'm good" that keeps the conversation flowing.
  • "Solid day so far." Great for describing a steady, positive day—works in both casual and semi-formal settings.
  • "Can't complain." A laid-back way to say things are going well without oversharing.
  • "Busy, but the good kind." Ideal for when you're swamped but enjoying it—shows enthusiasm.
  • "Things are moving in the right direction." A professional choice that signals progress, perfect for networking or interviews.

Practice Tips: Use the Shadowing Technique to Sound Natural

The secret to nailing these phrases is shadowing—repeating the video's dialogue out loud, mimicking the speed, tone, and rhythm. Here's how: Play a short clip (2-3 seconds), pause, and repeat it immediately. Focus on copying the stress in "pretty good" or the relaxed pace of "can't complain." A good shadowing site can help you slow down clips if needed, so you can match the native speaker's flow.

For casual phrases like "solid day so far," keep your tone light and conversational. For professional lines, add a slight upward inflection to sound engaged. Practice daily for 5-10 minutes—you'll notice a difference in how natural you sound! Remember, shadow speak isn't just about words; it's about capturing the feeling behind them. Whether you're using a shadowing site or just your phone, consistency is key. Soon, these phrases will roll off your tongue without thinking—no more "I'm good" ruts!

Ready to start? Hit play, shadow the dialogue, and watch your English conversational skills soar. You've got this!

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.