Pratique du Shadowing: 'Squid Game's' global popularity has real-life ripple effects - Apprendre l'anglais à l'oral avec YouTube

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Squid Game is not like anything else on television.
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Squid Game is not like anything else on television.
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Think Hunger Games meets Parasite, a gory dystopian thriller on track to be the most-watched streaming sensation ever.
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The series pits contestants against each other in a life-and-death struggle for survival and riches.
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It's the macabre thriller taking the world by storm.
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Squid Game, the latest South Korean cultural export.
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Since premiering on Netflix last month, it's dazzling visuals and moments of stunning brutality, making it the number one streaming show in over 90 countries, and climbing.
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Squid Game is about a group of down-on-their-luck contestants who are in so much debt, they end up risking their lives competing in life-or-death versions of classic children's games,
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like Red Light, Green Light, At Stake, Survival, and a $38 million cash prize.
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The show's popularity wielding an immediate impact on the cultural zeitgeist.
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Halloween masks and costumes already popping up on sites like Etsy and Amazon.
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Sales for white fans slip on similar to the ones worn on the show, spiking 7,800%.
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Language learning app Duolingo reporting a 40% increase in the U.S with new users wanting to learn Korean.
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And Squid Game's challenges going viral on TikTok.
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Yo, wait, I'll be right back.
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Let me just get another cookie.
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As people attempt their own versions of some of the typically Korean games.
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Even Tonight Show host Jimmy Fallon doing his own cookie challenge before interviewing the cast on his show.
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I think that the mania for Squid Game is both really unprecedented
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and yet at the same time it's something that we have been building up towards as a culture.
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People are venturing more into stuff that they might not have before.
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This is my system.
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And while the show is on track to surpass Bridgerton, Netflix's most watched series of all time,
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there is some backlash in South Korea as the show highlights the desperate economic inequality,
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lack of affordable housing, and the ever-present pressure for perfection, all hitting a bit too close for comfort.
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The social issues with Squid Game are both very Korea-specific, and yet I think probably globally specific.
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There's a character who represents undocumented immigrants who are easily economically exploited.
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There is a character who represents elderly poverty.
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There's a character who went to the best university in Korea and turned to financial crime.
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And yet I think those are all stock characters that people can really see represented in their own societies.
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If some Korean viewers find the social critiques too close to home, I think that that makes sense.
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Nonetheless, Squid Game is the latest in South Korea's growing global cultural influence.
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Movies like Oscar winner Parasite, K-Beauty, and pop phenomenon BTS.
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All contributing to a worldwide appreciation for Korean tastes.
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In the three weeks following the show's premiere, model Jung Ho-yeon, contestant 67 in the series,
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has grown from having 400,000 followers on Instagram to an astounding 19 million, even becoming a brand ambassador for Louis Vuitton.
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Squid Game's water cooler conversation spurring debates over the best viewer experience for non-Korean speakers.
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I'll do anything you tell me.
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Whether the show's translation is more accurate in locally dubbed versions like Spanish.
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I'll do everything you say. Or German.
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I'll do everything you want.
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Or more nuanced in subtitles.
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I'll do everything you say.
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Taika Waititi, Oscar winner and Thor Love and Thunder writer and director, even tweeting, you don't have to watch Squid Game dubbed in English.
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The themes
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and violent subject matter of Squid Game resonating with viewers who may be looking for an escape from a world
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that sometimes feels out of control.
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I think it's great to have as much access to cultures and TV shows and art products that are not our own.
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And I am really looking forward to what kind of influence Squid Game might have on other shows going forward.

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Why practice speaking with this video?

The global phenomenon of Squid Game presents a unique opportunity for English learners to practice speaking in a dynamic and engaging context. By watching and imitating the dialogue from this video, learners can enhance their speaking skills while immersing themselves in contemporary cultural themes. The series' gripping narrative about economic disparity resonates across various cultures, making it an excellent starting point for discussions on social issues in IELTS speaking practice sessions. Engaging with the content not only helps in improving your grammatical precision but also boosts your confidence in expressing complex ideas.

Grammar & Expressions in Context

The transcript of the video contains several key expressions and grammatical structures that learners can adopt:

  • Present Continuous Tense: "is on track" and "are in so much debt" illustrate how to talk about ongoing trends and states. Using this tense can convey urgency and relevance in discussions.
  • There + be structure: "There are characters who represent" demonstrates how to introduce examples effectively. This structure is useful for learners to outline points during presentations or in discussions.
  • Imperative Sentences: Expressions like "I'll do everything you say" indicate suggestions and commands. Learning to use the imperative can enrich a learner's ability to give advice or directions in English.

Common Pronunciation Traps

When practicing with the learn English with YouTube video, watch out for these pronunciation challenges:

  • The word "Squid": It's easy to mispronounce; focus on the short vowel sound. Ensure the "squ" is pronounced clearly.
  • “Economic”: The emphasis is on the second syllable: "e-co-NOM-ic," which can be tricky. Practice the intonation to sound more natural.
  • “Nuanced”: This word's pronunciation can confuse learners. Aim for "NEW-ahnced" for better clarity.

Using a shadowing app can greatly aid in practicing these sounds and structures. By mimicking the natural flow of speech, learners can refine their pronunciation skills while exploring the captivating themes of Squid Game. So, dive into this popular series and make your speaking practice both exciting and relevant!

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.

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