Pratique du Shadowing: /ɛ/ vs /ɪ/ | Learn English Pronunciation | Minimal Pairs Practice - Apprendre l'anglais à l'oral avec la vidéo

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Hello guys and welcome to this English pronunciation video.
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In this video, I'm going to focus on two very important vowel sounds in English.
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/ɛ/ and /ɪ/ Let's take two example words.
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The first word is 'bed'.
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Can you hear /ɛ/ the sound? 'bed' Now the second word is, bid.
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Can you hear the /ɪ/ sound?
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bid bed bid I know they sound similar, but they are different.
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And with a little bit of practice, you will start hearing them differently.
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I promise you that.
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So keep watching.
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Get ready guys.
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I am going to help you make these sounds /ɛ/ and /ɪ/.
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I want you to be able to hear the difference and to pronounce them correctly.
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It's very important, also for you to know the IPA spelling.
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Watch how I move my mouth.
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And as usual, repeat after me.
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I know that you can master these vowel sounds, So let's get to it.
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So let's first practice how to make the sound /ɛ/.
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So your tongue is in a middle part of your mouth.
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/ɛ/ Watch my mouth.
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How it moves.
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/ɛ/ Can you watch my mouth and repeat after me now?
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/ɛ/ /ɛ/ /ɛ/.
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Okay let's now practice with a word, ‘bed’.
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Can you repeat after me?
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bed bed bed Good job.
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Moving on to the sound /ɪ/.
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Now your tongue - it's a little higher than for the /ɛ/ sound.
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And you should stretch out your lips a little.
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And it's a short sound.
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/ɪ/ So let's practice.
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Repeat after me.
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/ɪ/ /ɪ/ /ɪ/ Let's practice with a word, ‘bid’.
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Watch how my mouth moves and repeat after me.
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bid bid bid Okay guys, let's now use minimal pairs - same words only the vowel sounds change.
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They're a good way to practice these sounds.
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But first just the sounds, so just watch how my mouth moves and repeat after me.
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/ɛ/ /ɛ/ /ɛ/ /ɪ/ /ɪ/ /ɪ/ Let's now take the words ‘bed’ and ‘bid’.
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Repeat after me.
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bed bed bed bid bid bid bed bid bed bid bed bid Good, guys.
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Okay guys, let's now read minimal pairs together.
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Repeat after me.
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And watch how my mouth moves.
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Let's go. beg big bell bill belt built bet bit bless bliss check chick clench clinch crept crypt dead did desk disk fell fill fleck flick gem gym head hid heck hick hell hill hem him hex hicks Ken kin led lid left lift lest list let lit mess miss meddle middle messed mist peg pig pet pit set sit quell quill Okay let's continue practicing.
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I'm now going to show you some words and I want you to read them with the proper English vowel sound /ɛ/ and /ɪ/.
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Let's get started.
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Let's start with the first word.
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Which one is it? ‘beg’ or ‘big’?
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It's beg. Next word.
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Which one is it? ‘bet’or ‘bit’?
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It's ‘bit’.
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Next word. Which one is it? ‘mess’ or ‘miss’?
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It’s ‘mess’.
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The following word.
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Which one is it? ‘set’ or ‘sit’?
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It's ‘set’ of course.
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Next word. Which one is it? ‘left’ or ‘lift’?
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lift Next word.
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‘hell’ or ‘hill’?
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‘hill’ obviously.
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Next word. ‘beg’ or ‘big’?
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It's ‘big’ this time.
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Next word. ‘dead’ or ‘did’?
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It's ‘dead’of course.
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Then we have ‘mess’ or ‘miss’?
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It is ‘miss’.
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And finally, ‘dead’ or ‘did’?
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‘did’ Great guys!
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Let's continue on.
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Okay guys. Moving on to sentences now.
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I have sentences for you and they're filled with /ɛ/ and /ɪ/ sounds.
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Repeat after me.
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The first sentence is, ‘Ken did not sit on the hill.’ The second sentence, ‘My pet pig fell off the cliff.’ And finally, ‘Set the big desk in the middle.’ Good job, guys.
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Let's carry on.
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Great guys.
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Well now you have a better understanding of the difference between the English vowel sounds /ɛ/ and /ɪ/.
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Keep practicing.
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Practice makes perfect.
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I know you can do it.
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And make sure to watch the rest of my pronunciation videos.
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They're very important if you want to improve your English skills.
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See you next time.
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Thank you so much guys for watching my video.
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Why practice speaking with this video?

Practicing English pronunciation through videos like this one on /ɛ/ and /ɪ/ is essential for mastering the nuances of spoken language. When engaging with native pronunciation through shadow speak, learners can not only mimic sounds but also enhance their overall comprehension and speaking confidence. With consistent practice, especially using minimal pairs, you will start to hear the subtle differences between sounds that can change meanings in English. This skill is vital not just for casual conversations but also in formal settings, such as the IELTS speaking practice, where clarity can impact your score.

Grammar & Expressions in Context

The speaker in the video utilizes specific structures that are beneficial for learners:

  • Instructional Phrases: Phrases like "Can you hear" and "repeat after me" are common in teaching contexts. They invite interaction and encourage practice.
  • Descriptive Language: The speaker describes mouth movements, using terms like "your tongue is in the middle part of your mouth" to help learners visualize pronunciation. This method is particularly effective in shadow speak, where physical articulation plays a critical role.
  • Encouragement: Expressions such as "Good job" and "I know that you can master these vowel sounds" provide positive reinforcement, essential in maintaining motivation during learning.

Common Pronunciation Traps

As learners immerse themselves in the video, they may encounter some pronunciation traps:

  • Similar Sounds: The sounds /ɛ/ in "bed" and /ɪ/ in "bid" may lead to confusion. Practice these minimal pairs until you can distinguish them naturally.
  • Vowel Length: The difference in vowel length might lead to mispronunciation. Ensure that you note how /ɛ/ is more open and /ɪ/ is a shorter sound; this distinction can greatly improve your clarity in speaking.
  • Word Stress: Words such as "bet" and "bit" can be tricky due to the stress patterns. Focus on the vowel sounds as well as the emphasis during shadowing exercises with a shadowing app to reinforce correct pronunciation.

By regularly practicing with resources like this video, you can build your listening skills while enhancing your English pronunciation through effective shadow speak and systematic practice. Whether you are preparing for an exam or just aim to improve your communication skills, engaging in these exercises will be immensely beneficial.

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.