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Hi everyone, welcome back to 5-Minute English Practice.
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I'm Jessica.
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Today, I'm going to share a personal story about my first time trekking.
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This was a very special experience for me because it was something new, a little challenging, and also very exciting.
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I will describe what happened, how I felt, and what I learned from this trip.
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It all started when my friend invited me to join a trekking trip in the mountains.
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At first, I wasn't sure if I should go because I had never done trekking before, and I was a bit worried that it might be too difficult for me.
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However, I also felt curious and wanted to try something different, so I decided to accept the invitation.
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Before the trip, I had to prepare a few things.
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I packed comfortable clothes, a pair of good walking shoes, a water bottle, and some snacks.
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I also brought a small backpack to carry my things.
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I didn't want to bring too much because I knew I would have to carry everything while walking.
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I also checked the weather forecast to make sure I was ready for the conditions.
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On the day of the trip, I woke up very early in the morning.
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I felt a mix of excitement and nervousness.
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We met at a meeting point and then traveled together to the mountain area.
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When we arrived, I saw beautiful views of trees, hills, and fresh air all around.
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It felt very different from the city, and I immediately felt more relaxed.
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At the beginning of the trek, the path was quite easy.
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It was flat, and we could walk comfortably while talking and enjoying the scenery.
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I felt confident and happy, and I thought to myself that trekking was not as difficult as I had imagined.
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However, after some time, the path started to become steeper and more challenging.
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We had to walk uphill, and the ground was sometimes uneven and slippery.
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I started to feel tired, and my legs became a bit heavy.
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At that moment, I realized that trekking was more difficult than it looked.
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I had to slow down and take small steps.
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I also needed to focus on my breathing to keep going.
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Luckily, my friends were very supportive.
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They encouraged me and told me to take my time.
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We also took short breaks along the way to rest, drink water, and enjoy the view.
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During these breaks, I had time to look around and appreciate nature.
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The trees were tall and green, the air was fresh, and I could hear birds singing.
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It was very peaceful and calming.
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As we continued the trek, I started to feel more comfortable with the rhythm of walking.
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Even though it was still challenging, I felt stronger and more confident.
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I realized that trekking is not only about physical strength, but also about patience and determination.
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After a few hours, we finally reached the top of the mountain.
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The view from the top was absolutely amazing.
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I could see the landscape far away, with mountains, trees, and the sky all around.
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At that moment, I felt very proud of myself because I had completed something that I once thought was too difficult.
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We stayed at the top for a while to rest and take photos.
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I also had some snacks and water, and everything tasted better after the long walk.
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I felt happy, relaxed, and grateful for the experience.
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On the way down, the path was easier, but we still had to be careful.
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Walking downhill can also be tricky because it's easy to slip.
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I tried to walk slowly and carefully, and I paid attention to where I stepped.
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By the time we finished the trek, I felt tired but also very satisfied.
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It was a great experience, and I learned a lot from it.
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I learned that it's okay to feel nervous when trying something new, but it's important to give it a chance.
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I also learned that with patience and effort, I can overcome challenges and achieve my goals.
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After this trip, I felt more confident and more open to new experiences.
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I also realized how important it is to spend time in nature and take a break from busy daily life.
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Trekking helped me relax, clear my mind, and feel more connected to the world around me.
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Now, I actually enjoy trekking, and I hope to do it more often in the future.
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Maybe next time, I will try a longer or more difficult trail.
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Thanks for listening.
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I hope you enjoyed my story and learned some useful English for describing past experiences and outdoor activities.
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Try to talk about your own experiences and practice using simple past tense.
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See you in the next lesson.

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この動画で話す練習をする理由

過去の体験を話すのは英語会話の基本的な場面で、旅行や挑戦的な経験など日常的なトピックで使えます。この動画ではジェシカが初めてのトレッキング体験を詳しく語り、不安から達成感までの感情変化や具体的な出来事を自然に表現しています。shadow speech(シャドーイング)でこの話し方を真似ることで、リアルな会話のリズムや感情の表現方法を覚えることができます。また、「初めての~」というテーマは誰でも共感できるので、自分の体験に応用しやすく、実践的な会話力が上達します。

文脈の中の文法と表現

  • 「At first, I wasn't sure... However, I also felt...」:最初の不安とその後の決断を対比させる表現で、過去の出来事を話す際に使えます。「However」を使うことで、話の流れがスムーズになり、聞き手の興味を引きます。
  • 「I started to feel tired, and my legs became a bit heavy.」:「start to ~」や「become ~」で変化を表すことで、体験の詳細を生き生きと伝えます。トレッキング以外にも、例えば「料理を作っていて、火が強くなりすぎて焦げてしまった」などの場面で使えます。
  • 「I learned that it's okay to feel nervous... but it's important to give it a chance.」:「I learned that ~」で経験から得た教訓をまとめる表現で、話の結論として使うと印象的です。これを使えば、単なる出来事の説明ではなく、深い意味のある話になります。

発音の注意点

英語の発音を良くするためには、以下の単語やアクセントに注意が必要です。「trekking」は「トレキング」と発音しがちですが、正しくは「トレッキング」ではなく「トレキン」(最後のgは軽く発音)です。「slippery」は「スリッペリー」と発音し、「り」の部分をはっきりと出しましょう。また、「determination」は「ディターミネーション」と長い単語ですが、アクセントは「ディター」の部分にあります。これらの単語をshadow speakで繰り返し練習することで、自然な発音が身につきます。

シャドーイングのコツは、動画のスピーカーの発音やリズムをそのまま真似ることです。少し遅れて追って話すのではなく、ほぼ同時に発音するようにしましょう。これにより、口の動きや息の使い方も自然に覚えることができます。

この動画の文法

話し手がよく使っている文型を、動画の実際の表現とともに紹介します。

文型動画での表現
義務:must / have to / need to 何かが必要であることを伝えるhad to prepare · have to carry · had to walk
「will」の未来表現 will + 動詞 — その場の決定、約束、予測will describe · will try

シャドーイングとは?英語上達に効果的な理由

シャドーイング(Shadowing)は、もともとプロの通訳者養成プログラムで開発された言語学習法で、多言語習得者として知られるDr. Alexander Arguelles によって広く普及されました。方法はシンプルですが非常に効果的:ネイティブスピーカーの英語を聞きながら、1〜2秒の遅延で声に出してすぐに繰り返す——まるで「影(shadow)」のように話者を追いかけます。文法ドリルや受動的なリスニングと異なり、シャドーイングは脳と口の筋肉が同時にリアルタイムで英語を処理・再現することを強制します。研究により、発音精度、抑揚、リズム、連音、リスニング力、そして会話の流暢さが大幅に向上することが確認されています。IELTSスピーキング対策や自然な英語コミュニケーションを目指す方に特におすすめです。

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