Pratique du Shadowing: SPEAKING ENGLISH WITH "JOHN WICK" - ENGLISH SUBTITLES - Apprendre l'anglais à l'oral avec la vidéo

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Welcome to Arsenal Studios.
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This is learning English with movies.
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In this video we will be discussing one of the most popular action movie franchises of recent years, John Wick.
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If you are new here, the goal of this channel is to help intermediate English language students practice
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and improve their English skills by using movies as the main topic.
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The John Wick movies are a series of action-packed thrillers that have taken the world by storm, starring Keanu Reeves as the titular character.
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The movies have captured the hearts of audiences with their intense fight scenes, stunning visuals, and intriguing storylines.
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Each movie has built on the one before it, with John Wick's journey becoming more complex and dangerous with each installment.
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From seeking revenge for his beloved dog in the first movie to taking on the high table in the upcoming fourth installment,
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John Wick has become a beloved character in the action movie genre.
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The movies have also introduced us to a host of other memorable characters, such as Winston, played by Ian McShane,
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and Charon, played by Lance Reddick.
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With the promise of even more high-stakes action and thrilling plot twists to come in John Wick 4,
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fans of the franchise eagerly await the next chapter in this iconic movie series.
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Now we are going to listen to two friends discussing the John Wick movies.
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First, we will listen to the conversation, pay special attention to the key vocabulary and pronunciation.
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Then, we will go over the definitions of the key vocabulary introduced in the conversation.
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Finally, we will roleplay the conversation using the dialogue displayed on the screen.
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Hey, have you seen the John Wick movies?
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Yeah, I have.
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They're amazing.
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Keanu Reeves is so good in those movies.
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I agree.
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He's such a badass.
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Did you hear that a fourth one is coming soon?
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Yeah, I did.
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I'm really excited about it.
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The third one left us on a bit of a cliffhanger, so I'm curious to see where they take the story from there.
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I know, right.
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I can't wait to see how John Wick takes on the high table.
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The action in those movies is just insane.
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Absolutely.
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And I heard that they're bringing in some really talented actors for the fourth one, like Donnie Yen and Bill Skarsgård,
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it's going to be so cool to see them in action alongside Keanu Reeves.
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That's true, and have you heard about the spin-off movie, Ballerina?
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It's supposed to be about a ballerina assassin, and it takes place between the events of the 3rd and 4th John Wick movies.
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Yeah, I heard about that.
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It sounds really interesting.
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Ana de Armas is such a great actress, so I'm looking forward to seeing her in that role.
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Same here, I just hope they keep up the same level of action
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and storytelling that we've come to expect from the John Wick franchise.
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Agreed, but with Chad Stahelski back as the director, I'm sure they won't disappoint us.
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Badass, an adjective used to describe a person, thing, or action that is tough,
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bold, and confident, often with an air of rebelliousness or nonconformity
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cliffhanger a literary or cinematic device where a story
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or scene ends abruptly leaving the audience in suspense
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and uncertain about what will happen next looking forward a phrase used to express excitement
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or anticipation for a future event or situation spin off a new product, show, or other media created from an existing one,
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often featuring a particular character or aspect of the original work.
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Hey, have you seen the John Wick movies?
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I agree, he's such a badass, did you hear that a fourth one is coming soon?
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I know, writes, I can't wait to see how John Wick takes on the high table.
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The action in those movies is just insane.
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That's true.
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And have you heard about the spin-off movie, Ballerina?
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It's supposed to be about a ballerina assassin, and it takes place between the events of the third and fourth John Wick movies.
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Same here, I just hope they keep up the same level of action
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and storytelling that we've come to expect from the John Wick franchise.
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Welcome to Arsenal Studios.
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This is Learning English with Movies.
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The goal of this page is to help you learn
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and improve your English language skills by using topics related to movies and entertainment.
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You can follow us on Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram.
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I'm sorry.
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Why practice speaking with this video?

Practicing English through movies like John Wick provides an engaging way to enhance your English speaking practice. This action-packed franchise not only captivates audiences but also offers rich dialogues filled with useful vocabulary and expressions. By listening to conversations between characters and roleplaying their exchanges, you get the chance to improve your conversational skills in a fun context. Utilizing the shadowing technique, you can mimic the intonations, rhythms, and pronunciations of native speakers, which is key for developing a natural speaking style.

Grammar & Expressions in Context

In the dialogue from the video, several phrases and grammatical structures stand out, which can help you in your own conversations:

  • “Did you hear that…” - This phrase is commonly used to introduce new information and can be a great way to engage someone in conversation.
  • “I can't wait to…” - A phrase that expresses eagerness and anticipation, perfect for making your feelings known about upcoming events.
  • “It sounds really interesting.” - This expression shows your enthusiasm and interest about a topic. It's a friendly way to keep the conversation flowing.
  • “Looking forward to…” - A great way to express excitement about future events, useful in both casual and formal conversations.

By practicing these structures, you can incorporate them into your speech naturally, enhancing your overall communication skills.

Common Pronunciation Traps

As you listen to the John Wick dialogue, pay attention to specific tricky words and expressions that may pose challenges:

  • “Badass” - This word has a strong articulation, and the vowel sound can be hard for non-native speakers. Practicing the pronunciation can enhance your improve English pronunciation efforts.
  • “Cliffhanger” - The combination of syllables can lead to mispronunciation. Focus on breaking it down as "cliff-han-ger" to get it right.
  • “Spin-off” - This compound word can trip up speakers. Emphasizing each syllable is important: "spin-off."

To master these pronunciations, use the shadow speech method; repeat after the characters in the video, ensuring that you match their tone and speed. This practice will fine-tune your pronunciation, leading to improved clarity in your spoken English.

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.