Pratique du Shadowing: Useful phrases when taking a taxi/Uber - Apprendre l'anglais à l'oral avec YouTube

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Excuse me, can I take you?
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Excuse me, can I take you?
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Take me?
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I'm sorry, I'm married.
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Oh, no, sorry.
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I mean, can I take the taxi, Uber?
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Oh, you should say, are you available?
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Is this taxi free?
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Can I get in?
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Oh, are you available?
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Yes, I am.
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Can I put this in the back?
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No, because that's where you'll be sitting.
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What?
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Like a prisoner?
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I'm going to sit in the back?
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Yes.
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You'll sit here and your baggage will stay in the trunk.
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Trunk.
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Trunk.
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This is what I meant.
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This is the trunk, also known as the boot in British English.
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We store our baggage in the trunk and not in the back seat.
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This is the back of the car,
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also known as the back seat.
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Usually people say back seat to refer to this space.
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That's why if you say back,
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native speakers will probably assume you're talking about the back seat.
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And these are the front seats.
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Front seats.
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If you want to be even more specific,
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you can call this the passenger seat and this the driver's seat.
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The passenger seat and the driver's seat.
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Hi learners!
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Welcome to my YouTube channel!
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Are you ready to embark on this adventure and learn useful vocabulary to use when taking a taxi or an Uber?
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Let's go!
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Today is going to be a good day.
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Nothing will go wrong.
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Sorry, I'm having trouble applying the seatbelt.
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Oh, are you having trouble buckling the seatbelt?
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Buckling the seatbelt.
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Oh, it worked.
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In English, if you say apply,
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you're usually talking about something that goes on you, like lotion or makeup.
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For seatbelts, especially on airplanes,
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we usually say fasten, fasten your seatbelt such as I need help fastening my seatbelt or buckle like buckle your seatbelt.
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Where are you headed?
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Headed?
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Yeah, where are you going?
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Oh, to the closest mall.
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I love shopping for clothes in Orlando.
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Perfect.
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I just wanted to say that we might run into a traffic jam.
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Is that okay?
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A traffic jam?
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Yeah, I mean the cars may move very slowly or not move at all and you might be a bit late.
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Oh, no problem.
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I know it's the time people go to work.
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Rush hour.
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Rush hour.
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No problem.
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Could you raise the AC?
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Do you want me to raise it from here?
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Like, raise it?
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It's kind of impossible, but I'll try.
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No, I mean raise.
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Raise the AC because it's hot.
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Oh, you mean turn up the AC.
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When we turn up the AC, we lower the temperature.
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why turn up
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and not raise they mean the same thing you can't say raise the ac to mean turn up the ac
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because the ac isn't measured on a scale
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but you can say raise the temperature to mean make it warmer
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because temperature is measured on a scale like low to high just like with music you can only say
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turn up the music not raise the music
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but you can say raise the volume because volume is measured on a scale okay
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go past this light then turn right into the parking lot When the GPS says light,
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it means those traffic lights over there.
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Traffic lights.
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How fast can we go?
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Do you want me to get pulled over?
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You can say how long does it take to get there?
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How far is it from here?
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How far is it from here?
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How quickly can we get there?
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How long does it take to get there?
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Two minutes, but since it's rush hour,
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it's gonna take closer to 20 minutes.
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Oh, I'm okay with that.
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You can hear cars honking, honking, honking.
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Stressful, I know.
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Oh, can you let me down?
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Over there?
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Oh, I will not let you down.
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No, I mean, leave me alone.
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No, I'm not alone.
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Oh my god, I know what you mean,
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and there are many ways to say what you're thinking.
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You could say, could you let me out there, please?
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But not down.
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Could you drop me off here?
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I'd like to get out on that corner or here's fine.
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Thank you.
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Oh, here's fine.
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Thank you.
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Sorry to interrupt.
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and start learning with me how much is the um fair
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you can say how much is it how much is the fair
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which is more formal or how much do i owe you oh how much do i owe you
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That's $30 and the tax is already included.
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Huh?
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It means you don't need to add any extra to the total.
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The total is exactly $30.
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And we didn't take any toll roads,
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so you don't have to worry.
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Tolls?
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Tolls are fees you pay to use certain roads, bridges, or tunnels.
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Some highways charge a few dollars and the amount is added to your fare if we pass through one.
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Oh, here's 30 dollars.
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Thank you for everything and for helping me improve my English.
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Thank you!
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Why practice speaking with this video?

Engaging with this video on useful phrases for taking a taxi or Uber is an excellent way to enhance your English speaking practice. By following along, you can immerse yourself in authentic dialogues that simulate real-life situations. This method encourages shadow speech, where you mimic the speaker's words and intonation, effectively reinforcing your verbal skills. Practicing with shadowspeak not only boosts your confidence but also helps you become more fluent in conversation, especially in social contexts like transport.

Grammar & Expressions in Context

Throughout the video, several useful expressions arise that are crucial for successfully navigating a taxi or rideshare experience:

  • "Are you available?" - This is a polite way to ask if a driver can take you, demonstrating the use of present simple for inquiries.
  • "Can I put this in the back?" - Here, the modal verb "can" is employed to seek permission, making it perfect for learners to understand how to request actions politely.
  • "Where are you headed?" - This common question uses "headed" as an informal way of asking about someone's destination, showcasing a natural conversational tone.
  • "Can I get in?" - This expression conveys a straightforward request to enter the vehicle. It’s essential for clarity in communication.

By focusing on these structures, learners can effectively improve their conversational skills, essential for everyday interactions. Integrating these expressions into your vocabulary is vital as you learn English with YouTube.

Common Pronunciation Traps

As you practice the phrases from the video, be aware of some common pronunciation traps that may hinder your speaking clarity:

  • "Trunk" vs. "Back seat" - The speaker highlights the distinction between these terms, which can be confusing for non-native speakers. Remembering to articulate these words clearly will help minimize misunderstanding.
  • "Buckle" and "Fasten" - Knowing when to use each term is important; "buckle" is often used in everyday conversation, while "fasten" may be found in more formal contexts.
  • Accent on "headed" - The word "headed" may sound similar to "head" for beginners. Pay attention to the emphasis placed on the syllables to sound more natural.

By practicing these pronunciation nuances, you will become more fluent in your English speaking practice, allowing you to communicate effectively in various situations, including transport. Remember to utilize the shadowing technique as you emulate the speaker’s pronunciation and rhythm.

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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