Pratique du Shadowing: Shadowing English with TED Talk | Improve Speaking - Apprendre l'anglais à l'oral avec la vidéo

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In this video, we'll do a shadowing practice using a TED Talk to improve your English speaking.
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Repeat three times.
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When I was in high school, when I was in high school, when I was in high school,
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my mom asked me to order a pizza for the family on a Friday night.
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My mom asked me to order a pizza for the family on a Friday night.
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My mom asked me to order a pizza for the family on a Friday night.
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I looked up the phone number in the phone book.
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I looked up the phone number in the phone book.
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I looked up the phone number in the phone book.
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And promptly handed the phone to my older brother to me.
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I promptly handed the phone to my older brother to place the call.
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I was too shy to talk to a stranger. To place the call.
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I was too shy to talk to a stranger. To place the call.
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I was too shy to talk to a stranger.
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Fast forward to college at the University of Illinois.
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Fast forward to college at the University of Illinois.
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Fast forward to college at the University of Illinois.
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My first time away from my small town.
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My first time away from my small town.
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My first time away from my small town.
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I spent the first several weeks crying in my dorm room.
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I spent the first several weeks crying in my dorm room.
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I spent the first several weeks crying in my dorm room.
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Two homesick partake in early freshman partying partying.
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Two homesick partake in early freshman partying.
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Two homesick partake in early freshman partying.
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The one frat party I did attend was so disappointing.
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The one frat party I did attend was so disappointing the one frat party I did attend was so disappointing
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I wanted to trade in my books abandoned my major and head back home to my small town
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I wanted to trade in my books abandoned my major and head back home to my small town.
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I wanted to trade in my books, abandon my major, and head back home to my small town.
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The confident behaviors I needed to pursue this dream,
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the confident behaviors I needed to pursue this dream,
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the confident behaviors I needed to pursue this dream were not yet available.
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And when I looked around were not yet available.
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And when I looked around, we're not yet available.
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And when I looked around, at the confident students walking around me around campus.
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At the confident students walking around me around campus.
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at the confident students walking around me around campus.
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Heads held high pursuing a dream that they had set out to achieve.
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Heads held high pursuing a dream that they had set out to achieve.
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Heads held high pursuing a dream that they had set out to achieve.
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I wanted that kind of confidence too.
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I wanted that kind of confidence too.
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I wanted that kind of confidence too.
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But my behaviors did not align with these confident attitudes.
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but my behaviors did not align with these confident attitudes but my behaviors did not align with these confident attitudes
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crying in my dorm room shying away from social engagement Crying in my dorm room,
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shying away from social engagement.
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Crying in my dorm room, shying away from social engagement
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Not showing up for class
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because I was worried others were smarter than me Not showing up for class
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because I was worried others were smarter than me Not showing up for class
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because I was worried others were smarter than me Quick vocab time Abandon Meaning
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To leave something and not continue it anymore For example I wanted to trade in my books, abandon my major, and head back home to my small town Pursue
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Meaning To try to achieve or follow something you really want For example Heads held high,
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pursuing a dream that they had set out to achieve.
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Now shadow without pausing.
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When I was in high school, my mom asked me to order a pizza for the family on a Friday night.
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I looked up the phone number in the phone book
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and promptly handed the phone to my older brother to place the call.
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I was too shy to talk to a stranger.
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Fast forward to college at the University of Illinois, my first time away from my small town.
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I spent the first several weeks crying in my dorm room, too homesick, partaking early freshman partying.
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The one frat party I did attend was so disappointing, I wanted to trade in my books, abandon my major, and head back home to my small town.
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The confident behaviors I needed to pursue this dream were not yet available.
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And when I looked around at the confident students walking around me around campus, heads held high, pursuing a dream that they had set out to achieve,
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I wanted that kind of confidence too.
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But my behaviors did not align with these confident attitudes.
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Crying in my dorm room, shying away from social engagement, not showing up for class because I was worried others were smarter than me.
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Why practice speaking with this video?

This TED Talk shadowing practice provides an excellent opportunity to improve English pronunciation and gain confidence in your speaking skills. By mimicking the speaker's words and intonation, you engage in shadow speech, a technique that enhances both your verbal and listening abilities. This method allows you to deeply internalize the rhythms and nuances of English speech, making it easier to express your ideas fluently in real-life situations.

The context of the speaker’s story—transitioning from high school to college—makes it relatable for many learners. This familiarity not only helps you practice English speaking more effectively but also connects you emotionally to the content, encouraging longer retention of what you've learned. Regularly engaging with such content can significantly enhance your IELTS speaking practice and prepare you for everyday conversations.

Grammar & Expressions in Context

Analyzing the speaker’s language reveals several key structures that can be particularly beneficial for learners:

  • Past simple tense: The repeated phrase “When I was in high school” illustrates how to describe past experiences effectively. This tense is crucial for recounting personal stories.
  • Conditional phrases: Expressions like “I wanted to trade in my books” indicate desires and potential outcomes, which are important for discussing hypothetical situations.
  • Descriptive language: Phrases such as “crying in my dorm room” vividly convey emotions and perspectives, enhancing your ability to express feelings in English.
  • Reported speech: The phrase “my mom asked me to order a pizza” demonstrates how to relay information that others have said, a common structure in conversational English.

Common Pronunciation Traps

As you practice shadow speaking, pay attention to the following tricky components:

  • Words ending in “-ing”: The speaker uses “crying,” “talking,” and “partying” frequently, and the -ing ending can be challenging in connected speech. Ensure you pronounce these endings clearly to sound more fluent.
  • Contractions: Phrases like “I wanted to” can sometimes be pronounced quickly as “I wanna.” Make sure to practice both forms to improve your comprehension and speaking speed.
  • Phrasal verbs: The phrase “handed the phone to” can be tricky to pronounce rapidly. Break it down and practice it multiple times to gain confidence.

By focusing on these aspects, you can significantly improve English pronunciation and develop a more natural speaking style. Engaging with such resources will not only prepare you for standardized tests like the IELTS but will also empower you in daily conversations.

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.