Pratique du Shadowing: Giving Opinions | English Conversations | Adjectives to give your opinion in English - Apprendre l'anglais à l'oral avec YouTube

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What a beautiful day!
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Did you know Sweden was voted the best place in the world to live?
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Sweden?
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I wonder why it was voted the number one place in the world to live.
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I read that it's really safe and clean.
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I've never been to Sweden,
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but in my opinion, Canada seems like the best place to live.
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What makes you think that?
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Well, first of all, it's also safe and clean like Sweden.
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There are lots of parks and nature.
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Yes, that's true, but it's really cold.
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Yes, the winter is cold.
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The summertime is perfect.
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The price of living in Sweden is also reasonable compared to other countries in Europe.
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I think Canada is also pretty reasonable.
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Yes, I agree.
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I went there last year and the hotels and restaurants weren't very expensive.
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Everybody is really friendly and outgoing as well.
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The food is quite tasty too.
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There's a great selection of international foods.
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I want to move to Canada someday.

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About This Lesson

In this lesson, you will practice giving opinions in English using descriptive adjectives. The focus will be on formulating your thoughts clearly and expressing your views on various topics, such as places to live. By engaging with real conversational examples from native speakers, you will enhance your vocabulary and improve your ability to articulate your opinions effectively. Expect to learn how to compare different locations and discuss their attributes using appropriate adjectives.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • Beautiful - an adjective used to describe something that is visually pleasing.
  • Safe - means free from harm or danger; secure.
  • Clean - describing an environment free from dirt or pollution.
  • Reasonable - indicating something that is fair or moderate in terms of price or judgment.
  • Friendly - used to describe someone who is pleasant and kind.
  • Outing - relating to being social or engaging with others.
  • Tasty - used to describe food that has a pleasant flavor.
  • Selection - referring to a variety of options available.

Practice Tips

To improve your speaking skills using this transcript, consider implementing a shadowing technique, often referred to as shadowspeak. Listen to the video and repeat each sentence after the speaker, mimicking their intonation and pacing. This lesson's conversational tone and moderate speed make it ideal for shadowing. You can use a shadowing app or a dedicated shadowing site to record your practice and track your progress.

Start by focusing on small sections of the video. Repeat sentences and phrases, paying attention to how adjectives are used to convey opinions. For instance, when discussing why a place is desirable, notice how adjectives like "safe" and "clean" enhance your opinion. This technique will not only boost your speaking fluency but will also help you become more confident in giving your own opinions during conversations.

Lastly, try to engage in discussions with friends or classmates about your thoughts on different places. Use the vocabulary you've learned here, and remember to express your opinions clearly and confidently, just like in the video!

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.

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