Pratique du Shadowing: Hold the Chicken - Five Easy Pieces (3/8) Movie CLIP (1970) HD - Apprendre l'anglais à l'oral avec la vidéo

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I'd like a plain omelet, no potatoes, tomatoes instead, a cup of coffee and toast.
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No substitution.
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What do you mean?
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You don't have any tomatoes?
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Only what's on the menu.
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You can have a number two, a plain omelet.
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It comes with cottage fries and rolls.
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Now, I know what it comes with, but it's not what I want.
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Well, I'll come back when you make up your mind.
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Wait a minute.
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I have made up my mind.
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I'd like a plain omelet, no potatoes on the plate, a cup of coffee and a side order of wheat toast.
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I'm sorry we don't have any side orders of toast, Donald.
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You are an English muffin or a coffee roll.
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What do you mean you don't make side orders of toast?
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You make sandwiches, don't you?
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Would you like to talk to the manager?
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Hey, Mac.
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Shut up.
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You've got bread and a toaster of some kind?
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I don't make the rules.
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Okay, I'll make it as easy for you as I can.
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I'd like an omelet, plain, and a chicken salad sandwich on wheat toast.
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No mayonnaise, no butter, no lettuce, and a cup of coffee.
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Number two, chicken salad sandwich.
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Hold the butter, the lettuce, the mayonnaise, and a cup of coffee.
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Anything else?
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Yeah, now all you have to do is hold the chicken, bring me the toast, give me a check for the chicken salad sandwich, and you haven't broken any rules.
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You want me to hold the chicken, huh?
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I want you to hold it between your knees.
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I want you to hold it between your knees.
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You see that sign, sir?
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Yes, you all have to leave.
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I'm not taking any more of your smartness and sarcasm.
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You see this sign?
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About This Lesson

Welcome to today's lesson focused on enhancing your English speaking skills through dialogue practice from the iconic movie clip "Five Easy Pieces." In this session, you will engage in shadow speech techniques to improve your pronunciation and intonation. By repeating phrases directly from the transcript, you’ll gain a better understanding of conversational English and develop your ability to respond appropriately in everyday situations, especially in dining contexts. This exercise is particularly useful for IELTS speaking practice, as it enhances fluency and prepares you for real-life interactions.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • Plain omelette - A simple dish made of beaten eggs cooked without any additional ingredients.
  • No substitutions - A phrase used to indicate that changes to the menu items are not allowed.
  • Side order - An additional dish that can accompany a main meal.
  • Chicken salad sandwich - A sandwich containing chicken salad as the main filling.
  • Hold the chicken - A humorous way to request the omission of a specific ingredient from a dish.
  • No mayonnaise, no butter, no lettuce - Specific instructions about what ingredients should not be included in a dish.
  • Bring me the toast - A direct request for toast to be served.
  • Check for the chicken salad sandwich - A request for the bill related to the sandwich order.

Practice Tips

To make the most out of your practice, utilize the shadowspeak method with this video clip. Begin by listening closely to the dialogue, paying attention to the rhythm and pace of the conversation. The characters in this scene exhibit a quick exchange of words, which makes it ideal for sharpening your speed and precision in speaking.

Start by repeating the lines after the speakers—this is where the shadow speech technique shines. Try to imitate the tone and emotion expressed, as this will not only improve your English pronunciation but also enhance your ability to convey meaning through vocal inflection.

As you become comfortable, increase your speaking pace to match the clip’s tempo. This can significantly benefit your IELTS speaking practice, as it prepares you to respond quickly in conversational settings. Remember, consistency is key; frequent practice of this nature will gradually lead to greater fluency and confidence in your speech.

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.