Pratique du Shadowing: How to describe people in English! Easy English Conversations Episode 17 - Apprendre l'anglais à l'oral avec YouTube

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Easy English Conversations What does he look like?
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Easy English Conversations What does he look like?
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It's my birthday today!
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Happy birthday, Bully!
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Thank you!
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But Bully, do you have a birthday cake?
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Yes, it's right here.
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Where's my birthday cake?
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I saw someone with their cake.
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Was it a man or a woman?
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It was a man.
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A man.
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What did he look like?
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He had short hair.
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OK.
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Short hair.
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What colour hair did he have?
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He had blonde hair.
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blonde hair.
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Did he have curly hair?
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or straight hair?
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He had curly hair.
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curly hair.
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What colour eyes did he have?
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He had brown eyes.
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Brown eyes.
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Was he tall or short?
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He was tall.
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You are so tall.
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Is this him?
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Yes, that's him.
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Hi everyone.
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Hello.
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Hi.
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Wow, nice picture.
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Is that me?
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I don't know.
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Is it?
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Someone took Bully's birthday cake.
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Oh no!
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But wait, this person can't be me.
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This person is tall and he has short, blonde, curly hair, and brown eyes.
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I'm tall and I have short, blonde, curly hair, but I don't have brown eyes.
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I have blue eyes.
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I saw someone with a cake though.
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Was it a Was it a man or a woman?
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It was a woman.
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A woman.
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What did she look like?
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She had long hair.
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Long hair.
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What colour hair did she have?
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She had brown hair.
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Brown hair.
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Did she have curly hair or straight hair?
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She had straight hair.
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Long, brown, straight hair.
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What colour eyes did she have?
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She had blue eyes.
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Blue eyes.
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Was she tall or short?
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She was short.
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Is this her?
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Yes, that's her.
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Click on the link to download a free worksheet for this episode.
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Now, back to the lesson.
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Hello.
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Hello.
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Hi.
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Why do you all look so sad?
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Someone took Bully's birthday cake.
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That's terrible.
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I think I saw someone with a cake.
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Was it a man or a woman?
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It was a man.
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What did he look like?
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He had short, straight, black hair.
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Short, straight, black hair.
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He had green eyes.
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Green eyes.
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He was short.
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Short.
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Is this him?
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Yes.
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Who is the tallest?
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I'm 1 metre 70, so I'm the shortest.
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Find out in the next episode.
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Now, back to the lesson.
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Let's look at the pictures again.
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So, he has short, blonde, curly hair and brown eyes, and he is tall.
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I have short, blonde, curly hair.
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I have brown eyes.
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I'm tall.
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She has long, straight, brown hair and blue eyes.
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She is short.
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I have long, straight, brown hair.
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I have blue eyes.
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I'm short.
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What does he look like?
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He has short, straight, black hair.
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He has green eyes.
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He is short.
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That's right.
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But who has my birthday cake?
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I can see your cake, Bully.
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Where is it?
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It's over there.
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Ah, here it is.
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Happy birthday, Bully!
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What do you look like?
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Let us know in the comments.
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Click here to learn colours in English.
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And click here to subscribe to our channel.
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See you in the next video.
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Bye!
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About This Lesson

In this engaging episode of "Easy English Conversations," learners will dive into the fundamentals of describing people. The conversational exchange revolves around identifying characteristics such as hair color, eye color, height, and hairstyle. By watching the video, you will practice valuable vocabulary, grammar patterns, and speaking contexts that are integral to enhancing your English fluency.

This lesson specifically targets essential questions and answers involved in conversations about appearances, which are useful in everyday interactions. You will not only learn how to ask about someone's appearance but also how to respond accurately, aiding in the development of your English speaking practice. This is particularly beneficial for those preparing for language proficiency tests like IELTS, where descriptive language plays a significant role.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • What does he look like? - A common question used to inquire about a person’s physical appearance.
  • He had short hair. - This phrase helps describe the length of someone's hair.
  • What color hair did he have? - A useful expression for asking about hair color.
  • Curly hair vs. straight hair - This contrasts two different hair textures, valuable for detailed descriptions.
  • He was tall. - A simple yet effective way to describe someone's height.
  • What color eyes did he have? - This question focuses on eye color, another key aspect of physical description.
  • Was it a man or a woman? - This question distinguishes between genders in conversation.
  • Long hair - A descriptor often used when talking about someone’s hairstyle.

Practice Tips for This Video

To maximize your learning experience while watching this video, consider these practice tips:

  • Use the shadowing technique: Repeat each phrase immediately after it’s spoken. This helps with pronunciation practice and improves your ability to match the speaking speed and rhythm.
  • Focus on the speaking speed: The conversation in the video is at a manageable pace for learners. Don't rush; take your time to articulate every word clearly, especially when describing physical features.
  • Emphasize the adjectives: When describing a person, adjectives like "short," "blonde," or "curly" are crucial. Make sure to pronounce them clearly to enhance your descriptive language skills.
  • Engage with the content: Pause the video at key moments and try to create your sentences using the vocabulary learned. This enhances retention and boosts confidence in speaking.
  • Review and repeat: After watching the video, revisit the key phrases, and practice them in front of a mirror or with a friend to gain confidence in your conversational skills.

By incorporating these tips into your practice routine, you will not only improve your English speaking skills but also build your ability to engage in casual conversations with ease.

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.

Comment pratiquer efficacement sur ShadowingEnglish

  1. Choisissez votre vidéo : Choisissez une vidéo YouTube avec un anglais clair et naturel. Les TED Talks, BBC News, scènes de films, podcasts sont parfaits. Collez l'URL dans la barre de recherche.
  2. Écoutez d'abord, comprenez le contexte : La première fois, gardez la vitesse à 1x et écoutez simplement. Ne répétez pas encore. Concentrez-vous sur la compréhension du sens.
  3. Configurez le mode Shadowing :
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  4. Faites du Shadowing à voix haute (la pratique essentielle) : Dès qu'une phrase est jouée — ou pendant la pause — répétez-la à voix haute, clairement et avec confiance. Imitez le rythme, les accents et l'intonation du locuteur.
  5. Augmentez le défi : Une fois à l'aise avec un passage, augmentez la vitesse à <code>1.25x</code> ou <code>1.5x</code>. Pratiquez 15 à 30 minutes par jour pour des résultats visibles en quelques semaines.

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