Pratique du Shadowing: Melania Trump should testify on Epstein, US congressman says - Apprendre l'anglais à l'oral avec YouTube

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The fact that Melania is coming out now lends me to believe there could be some news about her in the future.
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The fact that Melania is coming out now lends me to believe there could be some news about her in the future.
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But if not, and if she's truly trying to clear her name, then she should come before the oversight committee and testify before us under oath.
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People will believe her more.
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If she has a story to tell, that would be good for them to tell it.
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And now we have precedent of other first ladies being forced to testify under penalty of criminal sanctions and that was Hillary Clinton recently.
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She was a former first lady.
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And so again, if Melania Trump doesn't agree to testify before a committee and comply with a subpoena, then she would also be subject to the same sanctions if we're going to follow precedent.
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What I do know is that Melania Trump clearly has a story to tell.
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And we know that she was in the files and she wrote very intimate emails with Glenn Maxwell, and she's pictured with Maxwell and Jeffrey Epstein.
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She denies a close relationship.
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And that's fine.
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That's her prerogative.
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But instead of her trying to put the prerogative on the survivors to come forward and testify publicly, she should be the one testifying publicly.
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About This Lesson

In this lesson, learners will practice their English speaking skills by engaging with a transcript discussing a significant political issue. The discussion revolves around Melania Trump and the implications of her potential testimony related to Jeffrey Epstein. Through this lesson, you'll not only enhance your vocabulary and comprehension but also participate in meaningful conversations about current events. This exercise will help you improve English pronunciation and boost your confidence in speaking about complex topics, which can be invaluable for your IELTS speaking practice.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • Testify: To give evidence as a witness in a court of law.
  • Oversight committee: A group responsible for overseeing operations and policies, often in a governmental context.
  • Precedent: An earlier event or action that is regarded as an example or guide to be considered in subsequent similar circumstances.
  • Subject to sanctions: Being liable to penalties or punishments due to a failure to comply with certain rules or laws.
  • Prerogative: A right or privilege exclusive to a particular individual or class.
  • Intimate emails: Personal or private correspondence, often suggesting a close relationship.
  • Compliance: The act of conforming to a rule or demand.

Practice Tips

To maximize your practice using the shadowing technique, start by listening to the transcript at a slower speed. Focus on the pronunciation of difficult words like "testify" and "compliance." Repeat after the speaker, trying to mimic their intonation and rhythm. This method will be especially beneficial if you're using a shadowing app. Once you feel comfortable with the slower version, you can gradually increase the speed to match the natural pace of the dialogue.

Incorporate pauses where necessary, and don't hesitate to replay sections that are challenging. This will aid you in improving English pronunciation and will help you to become more fluent in discussing intricate topics. Additionally, try summarizing each section in your own words and practicing out loud; this aligns well with your goal to learn English with YouTube resources effectively.

Regularly engaging in these practices will not only support your IELTS speaking practice but also enhance your overall communication skills in English. Happy learning!

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 :
    • Mode d'attente : Choisissez +3s ou +5s — après chaque phrase, la vidéo se met automatiquement en pause pour que vous puissiez répéter.
    • Sync sous-titres : Les sous-titres YouTube peuvent parfois être décalés. Utilisez ±100ms pour les aligner.
  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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