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Hello everyone.
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Welcome to this A2 English Listening Practice video.
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Today we are going to talk about time.
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Let's get started.
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Time is a concept that everyone experiences, yet it remains one of the most mysterious aspects of our lives.
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It flows like an endless river, moving forward without ever stopping, shaping both our personal lives and the course of history.
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We organize time into minutes, hours, days, and years, using clocks and calendars to keep track of its passage.
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From the moment we wake up in the morning to when we go to sleep at night, time dictates our routines and schedules.
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Without time, our lives would lack structure and become unpredictable.
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For many, time can be both a friend and a foe.
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There are moments when time seems to fly, especially when we are enjoying ourselves or deeply engaged in something we love.
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In contrast, when we are waiting for something or feeling bored, time seems to slow to a crawl.
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This perception of time can vary greatly, depending on our mood, surroundings, and personal experiences.
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For instance, a child eagerly waiting for a holiday feels the days stretch on endlessly,
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while an adult with a busy schedule might feel like the week has passed in the blink of an eye.
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Time also has a profound impact on our emotions.
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reflecting on the past can bring a sense of nostalgia or regret, while thinking about the future can spark excitement or anxiety.
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These feelings shape our experiences, reminding us of how time connects different moments and allows us to learn from past experiences.
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As we age, our understanding of time evolves.
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Children learn about concepts like yesterday, today, and tomorrow, while adults often find themselves wondering where the years have gone.
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This growing awareness makes time feel more precious, a limited resource to be cherished.
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Historically, time has been a crucial factor in shaping civilizations.
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Every event occurs in a sequence, each building on the past, leading us to the present, and pointing us toward the future.
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The past, with its lessons and stories, teaches us about resilience and progress.
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The future, full of unknowns, encourages us to prepare dream and strive for better lives.
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Time not only links people, but also cultures and generations, creating a shared experience that spans across centuries.
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Understanding time, with its elusive nature can help us live more meaningfully.
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By recognizing that each moment is fleeting, we can learn to appreciate the present and make the most of every experience.
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Whether we are spending time with loved ones, working towards our goals, or simply enjoying a quiet moment,
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an awareness of time's flow encourages us to be mindful.
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In a way, time is both a measurement and a guide, shaping our lives, decisions, and aspirations.
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In conclusion, time is not merely a system of measurement.
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It is a fundamental part of our journey.
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It influences everything we do, from our daily routines to our long-term ambitions.
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Time connects us all, reminding us of the past, grounding us in the present, and inspiring us to look toward the future.
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By finding balance and meaning in the flow of time, we learn to cherish each moment, seeing it as a precious part of our shared human experience.
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Now, I'm going to ask you two questions about today's article.
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Write your answers in a comment down below.
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1. Why can time be both a friend and a foe?
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2. How does understanding time help us live more meaningful lives?
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Okay, that's all for today's lesson.
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Keep practicing your English and I'll see you next time.
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このレッスンの語彙とスピーキングのポイント
この動画には、シャドーイング用の文が42文、単語が599語あります。 音声の長さは4:20です。 話す速さは1分あたり約138語で安定しており、シャドーイングしやすいペースです。 英語の頻出3,000語に含まれる単語は81%だけなので、語彙は難しめです。
この動画の重要語彙
動画に出てくるやや難しい単語15語を、発音と意味つきで紹介します。
- lesson /ˈlɛs.ən/ (名詞) — 授業, 学科. A section of learning or teaching into which a wider learning content is divided.
- encourage /ɪnˈkʌɹ.ɪd͡ʒ/ (動詞) — 勇気付ける, 奨励する. To mentally support; to motivate, give courage, hope or spirit.
- awareness /əˈwɛɹ.nəs/ (名詞) — 意識. The state or level of consciousness where sense data can be confirmed by an observer.
- connect /kəˈnɛkt/ (動詞) — 繋げる. To join (to another object): to attach, or to be intended to attach or capable of attaching, to another object.
- remind /ɹəˈmaɪnd/ (動詞) — 思い出させる. To cause one to experience a memory (of someone or something); to bring to the notice or consideration (of a person).
- routine /ɹuˈtin/ (名詞) — 日課, ルーティン. A course of action to be followed regularly; a standard procedure.
- measurement /ˈmɛʒ.ə.mənt/ (名詞) — 測定. The act of measuring.
- cherish /ˈt͡ʃɛɹɪʃ/ (動詞) — 珍重する, 愛好する. To treat with affection, care, and tenderness; to nurture or protect with care.
- occur /əˈkɜː/ (動詞) — 起こる, 起る. To happen or take place.
- anxiety /æŋˈzaɪ.əti/ (名詞) — 心配, 不安. An unpleasant state of mental uneasiness, nervousness, apprehension and obsession or concern about some uncertain event.
- deeply /ˈdi(ː)pli/ (副詞) — 深く. To a deep extent or degree; very greatly.
- mood /muːd/ (名詞) — 気分, 気持ち. A mental or emotional state, composure.
- clock /klɑk/ (名詞) — 走行距離計. A chronometer, an instrument that measures time, particularly the time of day.
- aspect /ˈæspɛkt/ (名詞) — 様相. Any specific feature, part, or element of something.
- conclusion /kənˈkluːʒən/ (名詞) — 終わり, 結び. The end, finish, close or last part of something.
注意したい発音
- 「sh」と「zh」の音: measurement /ˈmɛʒ.ə.mənt/, cherish /ˈt͡ʃɛɹɪʃ/, contrast /kənˈt(ʃ)ɹæst/, conclusion /kənˈkluːʒən/, crucial /ˈkɹuː.ʃəl/
- 長い単語（アクセントの位置に注意）: anxiety /æŋˈzaɪ.əti/, fundamental /ˌfʌn.dəˈmɛn.təl/, mysterious /mɪˈstɪɹi.əs/, historically /hɪˈstɔɹɪkli/, civilization /ˌsɪv.ɪ.laɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/
この動画での練習方法
- まず声を出さずに動画を最後まで聞き、知らない単語をメモします。
- 通常の速度で一文ずつシャドーイングし、話し手のリズムに合うまで繰り返します。
- 自分の声を録音して元の音声と比べます。lesson, encourage, awarenessなどの単語に特に注意しましょう。
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 |
|---|---|
| 現在完了形 have/has + 過去分詞 — 過去の出来事が今も関係している | has passed · have gone · has been |
| 現在進行形 am/is/are + -ing — 今まさに、または最近起きていること | are enjoying · are waiting · is fleeting |
| 「going to」の未来表現 be going to + 動詞 — 予定や、起こりそうだと分かること | are going to talk · I'm going to ask |
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。