Pratique du Shadowing: 英语语音语调练习（下）| 雅思口语Part2: A Public Place - Apprendre l'anglais à l'oral avec la vidéo

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Hey, what's up?
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It's Alex.
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Today, I'm going to help you with the sentence rhythm of a recent lian du video
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that I did about a public place that needs improvement.
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Let's take a look at that same text.
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I've marked the sentence rhythm in red, and hopefully you can follow along and see what parts need to be spoken high
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and what parts need to be spoken low.
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Let's take a look.
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A public place that needs improvement.
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So you can see we start out a very low a public place.
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The stress is on place.
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Before place we say public place as high than low.
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That again not stressed needs improvement.
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The stress is on improvement.
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I've always thought that the public library in my hometown could be improved a little.
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So here, always thought.
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That's the stressed part.
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I've always thought, and then unstressed,
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that the public library, public library in my hometown could be improved a little.
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So you see we have this rising and falling, rising and falling.
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Be improved a little.
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We end with a low tone.
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Be improved a little.
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It's a nice space with a good selection of books, but for instance, there's only a few public computers.
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It's a nice space.
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It's a nice space.
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Again, that rising and falling.
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It's a nice space with a good selection of books.
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And that's the end of the first part of that sentence.
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So we don't go all the way down.
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Good selection of books.
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We don't say that.
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We say good selection of books.
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It's still high, and that shows we're going to continue the sentence.
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But for instance, for instance, when we say for instance, we always kind of do for instance,
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it's kind of a rising falling.
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But for instance, there's only a few public computers.
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Only a few.
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Only a few.
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We stress on few.
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And then we stress on computers.
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Computers.
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There's only a few public computers.
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And they're pretty old.
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Again we have, and they're pretty old.
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We rise and fall to the end of that sentence.
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Some newer libraries have 3D printers, cameras, or musical instruments.
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Now we have a list, right?
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Some newer libraries.
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We say it's a newer library, right?
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We emphasize newer.
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Have 3D printers, cameras, or musical instruments.
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For cameras, we say that with a rising intonation is so that we know it's a list.
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3D printers, cameras, or musical instruments for people to rent.
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But our library doesn't have anything like that.
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Again, rising and falling.
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Our library, stress on our library, doesn't have anything, doesn't have anything like that.
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If our library had more public funding, maybe they could make more improvements.
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If our library had more public funding, now that's the first half of the sentence.
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Again, we keep the tone kind of high to know that we're going to continue the sentence.
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If our library had more public funding, maybe they could make more improvements.
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They could make more improvements.
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And we stress on improvements.
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We'll have a low tone to show that the sentence is over.
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Let's read the whole thing again.
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A public place that needs improvement.
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I've always thought that the public library in my hometown could be improved a little.
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It's a nice space with a good selection of books, but for instance, there's only a few public computers and they're pretty old.
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Some newer libraries have 3D printers, cameras, or musical instruments for people to rent, but our library doesn't have anything like that.
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If our library had more public funding, maybe they could make more improvements.

Why practice speaking with this video?

Practicing speaking through videos like this one is essential for mastering the nuances of English, especially in contexts such as the IELTS speaking section. Engaging with content focused on a specific theme, such as "A Public Place," helps learners understand the rhythm and intonation required for effective communication. By shadowing a native speaker, you not only enhance your pronunciation but also gain insights into how to articulate your thoughts clearly and with confidence. The structured approach to speaking in this video allows for targeted IELTS speaking practice, making it easier to identify areas for improvement in your own speech.

Grammar & Expressions in Context

In this video, several key structures stand out that are particularly useful for English learners. Here are a few notable expressions to focus on:

  • “Needs improvement” - This phrase is a great example of how to express suggestions diplomatically.
  • “I’ve always thought” - This expression indicates a personal opinion and can be a strong starting point for discussions.
  • “There’s only a few” - A useful structure for presenting limited options, especially in comparative contexts.
  • “For instance” - This transition phrase helps to introduce examples, crucial for IELTS responses that require elaboration.
  • “Good selection of books” - This descriptive phrase can enrich vocabulary, making your speech more engaging.

Mastering these structures can significantly boost your overall speaking skills and contribute positively to your English speaking practice.

Common Pronunciation Traps

While shadowing the speaker, pay close attention to certain tricky words and syllable stresses that may pose challenges:

  • “Improvement” - Note the stress on the second syllable; practice saying it slowly to avoid mispronunciation.
  • “Computers” - The plural form can sometimes be mispronounced; ensure you clearly articulate both syllables.
  • “For instance” - This phrase can easily lose its clarity if hurried; practice enunciating it for smooth delivery.
  • “Selection” - Pay attention to the middle sound; it’s easy to blur together, but clear pronunciation is vital for effective communication.

Employing the shadowing technique helps you overcome these pronunciation traps, allowing for a more natural speaking style. Remember, consistent practice is key to improvement, so revisit this video for regular English speaking practice.

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.