Pratique du Shadowing: TOEIC Podcast 01 - Luyện nghe tiếng Anh phụ đề Song ngữ | I'm Mary - Apprendre l'anglais à l'oral avec la vidéo

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Music Exercise 1.
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Hello, I'm Stephen from Home Appliance MAD.
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I'm here to install the UHD television that you ordered last week.
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Yes, come right this way.
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We would like to mount the television on this wall.
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We plan to use it for presentations and training seminars.
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'Oh no, it looks like I forgot the tools that I need to screw the television to the wall mount.' I'm sorry.
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I'll have to come back tomorrow morning.
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Oh, that's all right.
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However, please call me before you come tomorrow to make sure that someone is in the office to meet you.
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Exercise 2.
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Hello, Mr. Weaver.
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You are one of the final applicants that we are considering for the teaching position at Belmont University.
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How do you think your previous jobs have prepared you to teach at our university?
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Well, I used to be an editor -in -chief at a literary magazine.
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Therefore, I think it has prepared me well to teach in the English Literature Department at your university.
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I would be able to help students to become better writers.
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Well, I think you are right about that.
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You seem to be qualified for the position.
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As you may know, we don't pay a lot for this position.
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However, if you take a job with us, you would receive a lot of time off during the summer vacation.
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Actually, that's one of the reasons I chose this job.
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Exercise 3.
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Chris, how are the renovations going in the dining room?
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Do you think we'll be ready to reopen by this Saturday?
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No, definitely not.
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The shipment of Flortar still hasn't arrived.
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Because the floor space is so large, it'll take at least a week to finish the entire project.
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Ah, I see.
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Well, we have a lot of dinner reservations for the weekend.
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What should I do about that?
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Why don't you call everyone who already made a reservation
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and offer them a 20 % discount on their next meal by way of compensation?
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Exercise 4.
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Hi Linda.
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I'm responsible for putting together a slideshow for Greg's going away party this Friday.
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However, I can't find many pictures.
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Do you happen to have any photos of Greg that you could send to me?
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What?
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Greg is leaving the company?
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I had no idea.
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Yeah, he is taking a job at a design company.
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He said the job is more suited to his skills.
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Oh, I'm happy for him.
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I have a few photos from last year's Christmas party.
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I'll find the ones with Greg in them and email them to you.
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Exercise 5.
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Joanne, did you hear that all employees will be receiving free tablet computers next week?
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I'm excited about it.
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But actually, I don't know how to use one, even my mobile phone is not a smartphone.
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Don't worry about it.
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I have one at home and they are very user -friendly.
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You won't have any trouble familiarising yourself with it.
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I'm glad to hear that.
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As a logo design company, we can definitely use tablet computers to increase work efficiency.
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You're right.
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If you have any questions, feel free to ask me for help.
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Exercise 6: Excuse me, I'm conducting research on the effect that the new downtown mall is having on local residence shopping habits,
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Do you have a moment to talk to me?
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Sure, no problem.
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I can tell you that since the mall was built, I find myself coming downtown a lot more.
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I think what I like most is that I never have to struggle to find a parking spot.
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I see.
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What about the variety of shops?
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Are you satisfied with that?
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Well, I usually come to the mall to shop for clothes.
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I think there is a wide selection of women's clothes.
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Exercise 7.
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Have you placed the order yet?
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Mr. Johnson just called and said he wants two more laptops and a 50 -inch monitor.
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Well, I already placed the previous order, but the laptops and monitor will have to wait until tomorrow.
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The supply company closes at 8 p .m.
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Oh, will they be able to deliver to us on the same day?
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Mr. Johnson was hoping to get everything tomorrow.
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I'm not sure.
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I'll call them first thing in the morning and find out.
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Meanwhile, how much was the total for the order?
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It came to $12 ,500.
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Do we have enough in our budget for more laptops and a monitor?
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I'll call Mr. Johnson and ask.
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It looks like we've gone over our budget.
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Exercise 8.
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Hi Mr Jefferies.
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Unfortunately our client in New Jersey called and said they have to reschedule the meeting date to 5th of July.
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I went ahead and booked a ticket for the 4th.
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Is it okay if you go straight to Washington after New Jersey?
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What about the client in Washington?
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Were they comfortable with the schedule?
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Yes.
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I explained that we need to postpone the meeting in Washington because of our client in New Jersey.
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I think this gives us time to prepare some additional materials for your presentation.
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I would like to add some more details to your PowerPoint slides about our new products.
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Let's meet this afternoon and discuss it.
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That's not a bad idea.
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I'll see you this afternoon.
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Exercise 9.
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Rachel, how was your vacation in Australia?
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It was fantastic.
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It is a beautiful country, but we did not get to see everything we wanted to see.
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Maybe we will go back in the future.
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Have you managed to find a new account manager yet?
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We are starting to get busy and we need some more staff.
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Actually, there is someone we are looking to hire.
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His CV is quite impressive.
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Here, take a look.
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What's this?
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Is this Robert Wilder's application?
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I have known him for years.
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We play tennis together on the weekends.
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So you are thinking about hiring him?
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Yeah.
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The interview went really well and he has all the qualifications.
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I think he can be a great member of our team.
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I agree.
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I have never worked with him, but personally, I think he will be an excellent employee.
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I'm just surprised to see him applying here.
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Exercise 10.
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Tom and Julie, I need the sales reports for this month ready a bit early.
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Next month is really important for our company, so we need to prepare a bit earlier than usual.
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Sure, but we will need to do some overtime.
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We are really busy at the moment, so it's going to be a lot of extra hours after work, and I have to take care of my children.
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Yeah, that's a lot of extra work.
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I think after next month, we should get a few days added to our vacation.
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time so the extra vacation time seems fair.
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I agree.
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Okay, we will discuss the details later, but I definitely agree with you.
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Exercise 11.
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Hi, we are renovating our boardroom and I'd like to purchase some cherry wood tables for our conference room.
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I'm having a meeting with some very important clients on Friday, so I'd like to have them delivered tomorrow.
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What is the cost for an emergency delivery?
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Hold a moment, please.
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Next day delivery is an extra $75.
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Really?
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That is expensive.
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I thought if my order was over $300, delivery would be free of charge.
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Well, yes.
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Are you planning to order the cherry wood tables?
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I would like two of them.
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Okay then.
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I will make sure that your order arrives tomorrow morning before midday and delivery will be free of charge.
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Exercise 12.
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Hi, this is Rachel.
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I'm calling to see if I can upgrade from coach to business for my flight to Thailand this June.
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Okay, can I have your membership number, please?
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Yes, it's E -M -3985 -771.
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I'm sorry, you don't have enough points for this trip.
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However, I see that you're traveling to Korea and Japan next week.
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That should give you enough points to upgrade in June.
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Why don't you call again after your trip?
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Okay, that's a great idea.
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I'll call again in two weeks.
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Exercise 13.
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You beat me again.
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You always get to work before I do, even though I leave before you.
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How do you do that?
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Which road do you take?
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I just follow my GPS and it shows that Kingsley Road is the most direct route to work.
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No, don't follow your GPS.
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Your route passes through several residential areas and school zones, as well as traffic signs, so it takes much longer to get here.
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Which route do you take then?
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I go to Cambridge Street, which takes a bit of a detour from our apartments, but it's practically a highway.
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I even have enough time to stop for some coffee before work.
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Wow, I always thought Cambridge would take much longer.
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No, it's really quick.
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I can show you next time.

Context & Background

In this TOIEC Podcast session, we experience various dialogues that are relevant to everyday communication and professional settings. The speakers range from technicians and educators to restaurant managers and colleagues, showcasing the need for effective communication in diverse scenarios. By listening to real conversations, learners can better understand the nuances of English, including tone, pronunciation, and context. Engaging with this material can significantly enhance your ability to communicate confidently in English and effectively express your thoughts in various situations, whether personal or professional.

Top 5 Phrases for Daily Communication

  • "Could you please call me before you come?" – A polite way to ask someone to confirm their visit.
  • "How do you think your previous jobs have prepared you?" – Useful for discussing qualifications and experiences in interviews.
  • "I had no idea!" – An expression of surprise or lack of awareness regarding a situation.
  • "I'm happy for him." – A positive response to someone else's news, showing support and goodwill.
  • "What should I do about that?" – A phrase to express concern and seek advice in problem-solving situations.

Step-by-step Shadowing Guide

To master the art of shadowing with this podcast, follow these steps to build your skills effectively:

  1. Listen Actively: Start by listening to the podcast without distractions. Pay attention to the pronunciation, intonation, and rhythm of the speakers. It’s beneficial to recognize the context of each dialogue to anticipate the type of vocabulary and expressions used.
  2. Use a Shadowing App: Leverage a shadowing app to help you with your practice. These apps can provide features like slowing down audio and allowing you to repeat segments, which can be invaluable when learning the flow of conversation.
  3. Repeat and Imitate: Play a segment of the audio and try to repeat what you hear immediately after the speaker. Focus on mimicking their tone and speed, which is essential for achieving natural-sounding speech in English.
  4. Record Yourself: Use your device to record your shadow speech. This will allow you to hear your progress and identify areas for improvement. You might be surprised by how much you learn by listening to yourself.
  5. Review and Refine: After shadowing, take some time to review your recordings. Identify phrases that felt difficult and practice those until you can say them smoothly. This refinement process is key to mastering spoken English.

By implementing these techniques, you can effectively enhance your English speaking skills while learning through this engaging content. Remember, the journey to fluent English communication is paved with practice, and using tools like shadowing will accelerate your learning. Enjoy practicing and embrace the challenge!

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.