Pratique du Shadowing: English Speaking Practice Daily Use Sentences | Shadowing English Conversation - Apprendre l'anglais à l'oral avec la vidéo

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English Easy Practice Do you want to learn English vocabulary faster?
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Want to have better listening comprehension and pronunciation?
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And boost your speaking skills quickly?
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Then, welcome to our new video to improve your English skills.
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In this video, we'll dive into a fun and interactive learning experience designed to improve your English-speaking skills.
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Now, we will have a four-part exercise.
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Part 1 – Listening Practice Part 2.
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Vocabulary Part 3.
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Listen and Answer Practice Part 4.
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Shadowing Practice Now, are you ready to train your brain to speak English fluently?
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Let's get started!
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Part 1.
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English Listening Practice In the first part, you'll listen to a conversation between native English speakers.
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Try to focus on the meaning of the conversation when you listen to it.
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This will help you understand real-life conversations better.
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Better late than never.
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Hi, John.
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How are you?
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Hi, Alice.
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I'm good.
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How about you?
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I'm fine, thanks.
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Did you finish the project?
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Yes, I did.
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I sent it last night.
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That's great.
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I was worried it was late.
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Yes, it was, but better late than never, right?
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True.
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I'm glad it's done.
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What took you so long?
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I had some problems with my computer.
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It took more time than I thought.
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I understand.
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Technology can be tricky.
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Yes, but it's over now.
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What about your project?
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I finished mine last week.
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I'm just happy it's all done now.
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Good for you.
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We can relax now.
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Part 2 Learn Vocabulary Now, let's explore some new words together in our vocabulary section.
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I'll explain a few words and use them in example sentences to help you grasp their meaning easily.
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Vocabulary Better late than never.
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This means that it is better to do something late than not to do it at all.
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Example.
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Even though I arrived at the party an hour late, I still enjoyed it.
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Better late than never.
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What took you so long?
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This question is used to ask why something or someone took a lot of time to do something.
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When Lisa finally came to the meeting, Tom asked, what took you so long?
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It took more time than I thought.
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This means that something required more time than was originally expected.
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I plan to finish my homework in one hour, but it took more time than I thought.
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Watch this video till to the end to improve your English fast.
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Step 3.
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Listen and Answer Practice Time for some interactive practice.
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Listen carefully to the questions I ask about the conversation.
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Try to answer them out loud before I reveal the correct answers.
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This will boost your speaking and listening skills.
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Repeat this exercise every day until you can say the answers quickly and confidently.
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Answer the questions out loud.
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Hi, John.
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How are you?
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Hi, Alice.
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I'm good.
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How about you?
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I'm fine, thanks. Did Alice greet John?
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Yes, she did.
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She greeted him when they started talking.
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Did John ask Alice how she was?
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Yes, he did.
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He asked her how she was doing.
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Did Alice say she was fine?
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Yes, she did.
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She said she was fine.
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Did you finish the project?
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Yes, I did.
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I sent it last night.
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Did John finish the project?
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Yes, he did.
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He finished the project and sent it last night.
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That's great.
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I was worried it was late.
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Did Alice worry about the project being late?
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Yes, she did.
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She was worried that it was late.
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Yes, it was, but better late than never, right?
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Did John think being late was a problem?
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No, he didn't.
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He said, better late than never.
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Did John send his project on time?
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No, he didn't.
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He sent it late.
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Which expression did John use for his delay?
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He used Better Late Than Never to express his delay.
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True.
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I'm glad it's done.
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What took you so long?
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I had some problems with my computer.
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Did John have problems with his computer?
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Yes, he did.
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He had problems with his computer.
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Did computer games cause the delay?
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No, computer games didn't cause the delay.
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What caused the delay?
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The computer problems caused delays.
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It took more time than I thought.
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Did John's project take more time than expected?
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Yes, it did.
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It took longer than John thought.
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I understand.
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Technology can be tricky.
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Did Alice understand John's computer problems?
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Yes, she did.
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She said she understood.
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What did Alice say about technology?
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She said technology can be tricky.
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Yes, but it's over now.
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What about your project?
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I finished mine last week.
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Did Alice finish her project last month?
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No, she didn't finish her project last month.
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When did Alice finish her project?
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She finished her project last week.
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Did Alice finish her project before John?
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Yes, she did.
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She finished hers before John.
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I'm just happy it's all done now.
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Good for you.
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We can relax now.
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Was Alice happy that her project was done?
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Yes, she was.
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She was happy that it was finished.
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Did John and Alice talk about relaxing?
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Yes, they did.
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They mentioned they could relax now.
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Part 4.
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Shadowing Practice.
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Lastly, we have the shadowing practice.
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Read your lines out loud after the speakers as they talk in the conversation.
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Focus on the rhythm and intonation of the English expressions and sentences.
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This exercise will sharpen your pronunciation and overall speaking abilities.
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Let's begin.
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Hi, John.
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How are you?
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I'm fine, thanks.
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Did you finish the project?
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That's great.
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I was worried it was late.
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True.
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I'm glad it's done.
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What took you so long?
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I understand.
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Technology can be tricky.
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I finished mine last week.
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I'm just happy it's all done now.
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Hi Alice, I'm good.
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How about you?
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Yes, I did.
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I sent it last night.
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Yes, it was, but better late than never, right?
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I had some problems with my computer.
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It took more time than I thought.
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Yes, but it's over now.
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What about your project?
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Good for you.
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We can relax now.
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Great job on completing the English speaking practice.
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Keep watching this video every day for one week and repeat the exercises to see significant improvements in your English skills.
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Happy learning!

Why practice speaking with this video?

Engaging with daily use sentences through this video offers a unique opportunity for English learners to enhance their speaking skills in a contextual setting. The shadowing technique presented helps learners not only to mimic the pronunciation of native speakers but also to understand the flow of conversation. By practicing with real-life dialogues, you gain the ability to speak more naturally and confidently. This English speaking practice is crucial for improving your fluency, listening comprehension, and overall communication effectiveness.

The interactive format encourages active participation—listeners are motivated to speak out loud and participate fully. This immersive experience fosters better retention of vocabulary and phrases, enabling learners to use them in their own conversations later. Whether you are preparing for a job interview, a travel scenario, or social interactions, integrating the shadow speak method will allow you to seamlessly integrate new language skills into daily life.

Grammar & Expressions in Context

In the conversation showcased, several key phrases and grammatical structures play a significant role in making the dialogue realistic and relatable:

  • “Better late than never”: A common idiom that conveys the idea that completing something late is preferable to not completing it at all. It is frequently used in casual conversations.
  • “What took you so long?”: This structure is an informal way to ask for an explanation regarding a delay. It is versatile and can be applied in both personal and professional contexts.
  • “I understand”: This simple phrase indicates empathy and acknowledgment, crucial for maintaining good communication in conversations.

These expressions not only enrich your vocabulary but also help you grasp the nuances of English conversation. Applying the shadowspeak approach allows you to practice these structures in a practical context, making them easier to remember and use.

Common Pronunciation Traps

Throughout the video, certain words and expressions may pose challenges regarding pronunciation, particularly for non-native speakers. Pay attention to:

  • “Technology”: This word can often be mispronounced due to its multiple syllables. Make sure to emphasize the second syllable: tech-NOL-ogy.
  • “Problems”: The /l/ sound can be tricky. Ensure to pronounce it clearly to avoid confusion with similar words.
  • “Finished”: The ending sound in this word can blend too much, leading to miscommunication. Practice separating the /t/ sound to enhance clarity.

Using the shadowing site method can aid in mastering these tricky pronunciations. Listening and repeating after native speakers provides a framework for overcoming these challenges, enabling smoother conversations in your English-speaking practice.

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.