In this lesson, you will practice your English speaking skills using an excerpt from a recent interview with Jennie at the CHANEL Métiers d'art 2026 show in Seoul. The focus will be on enhancing your fluency, pronunciation, and confidence by shadowing Jennie's spoken words. By immersing yourself in the rhythm and tone of her speech, you can improve your ability to express personal style and confidence in English. This exercise not only helps you learn English with YouTube but also prepares you for situations like IELTS speaking practice, where expressing your individuality is essential.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

• Feeling myself - A phrase indicating a sense of self-confidence and authenticity.
• Whatever I wear - Emphasizes comfort and style in personal fashion choices.
• Owning that confidence - Taking control of one's self-assurance and presence.
• Just be you - Encouragement to express one's true self without fear.
• Walk that runway - A metaphor for confidently navigating life or situations.
• Confidence - The belief in one's abilities and worth.
• Style - The manner in which one expresses themselves, particularly through clothing.
• Express yourself - A call to communicate one's thoughts and feelings openly.

Practice Tips

When engaging with this lesson, it's crucial to adopt the shadowspeak method, which involves listening intently to the speech and mimicking it directly. Start by playing a short segment of the interview and pausing after each phrase to repeat what you've heard. This can enhance your pronunciation and flow. Since Jennie's speaking speed is comfortable yet confident, focus on matching her tone and intonation. If you're working on your IELTS speaking practice, aim to convey your thoughts with similar confidence when discussing your personal style or experiences.

Remember, practice is key! Spend time each day repeating phrases from the video. Consider creating a shadowspeaks journal to track your progress or jot down new phrases you discover while watching. The more you expose yourself to native speakers through content like this YouTube interview, the closer you'll get to articulating your own thoughts and feelings effortlessly in English.