シャドーイング練習: Train Your Mouth to Speak English Naturally | Daily 15-Minute Speaking Practice - 動画で英語スピーキングを学ぶ
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Hey everyone!
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Welcome back to Ima English Daily, the cozy place where we make Englishly speaking feel easy and natural.
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I'm Ima.
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And I'm Jack.
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Today's topic is super relatable because sometimes our brain knows English, but our mouth just refuses to cooperate.
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Exactly.
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I remember when I first tried speaking English seriously, I went to a coffee shop and wanted to order a large latte.
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But the worker could not understand me at all, even after I repeated it three times.
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That sounds so stressful.
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You knew the words in your mind, but saying them out loud felt completely different, right?
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Yes, and that happens to so many English learners because speaking is not only knowledge, it is also a physical skill.
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Your tongues, lips and mouth need practice, just like your body needs exercise.
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actually makes so much sense.
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Sometimes I can read English perfectly, but when I speak, simple words suddenly feel difficult.
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Exactly.
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Some English sounds may not exist in your first language, so your mouth is simply not trained yet.
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For example, many learners struggle with the sound in words like think or three.
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Oh yes, I used to say tree instead of 3 and I always felt embarrassed about it.
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And that is completely normal.
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It does not mean you are bad at English.
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It only means your mouth needs more practice and patience.
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So what is the best way to improve pronunciation and speaking naturally?
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The first step is surprisingly simple, slow down.
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Many learners think speaking fast means sounding fluent, but speaking too fast usually makes pronunciation unclear and messy.
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I do that all the time because I get nervous and try to speak quickly.
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And that is why slowing down helps so much.
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When you speak slowly, your mouth has time to create each sound clearly and people can understand you more easily.
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So clear English is more important than fast English.
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Exactly.
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Even native speakers slow down since they want to speak clearly.
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The good news is that when you practice slowly every day, natural speed comes later by itself.
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That honestly makes me feel more confident already because now I know fluency is not about rushing.
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It is about being comfortable and clear clear.
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Exactly.
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The more you practice speaking, the more natural and smooth it becomes.
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And one day you suddenly realize you are speaking without trying so hard.
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I love that feeling.
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Okay, what is the next tip?
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Tip number two is one of the best speaking techniques ever.
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Shadowing.
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I've heard that word before
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but i honestly don't know what it means shadowing means listening to a native speaker
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and repeating exactly what they say at the same time copying their pronunciation rhythm emotion
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and speaking style so basically i become their echo exactly you follow them like a shadow
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You do not only copy the words, you copy the feeling and flow of the sentence, too.
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That actually sounds fun.
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Do I need a real person for this?
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Not at all.
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You can use YouTube videos, podcasts, navvies, TV shows, or even our conversations here on IMA English Daily.
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Oh, nice.
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So I just play the audio and repeat everything out loud while listening?
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Yes, and out loud is the important part.
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Your mouth must physically move because silent practice inside your head is not enough.
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Wow, I think I've been practicing silently this whole time.
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So many learners do that.
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But speaking is like exercise.
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If you want stronger muscles, you must actually move your body, not just imagine moving it.
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Okay, message received.
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My mouth needs real practice, not imaginary practice.
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Exactly.
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And here is the amazing part.
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When you do shadowing regularly, English starts to feel natural inside your mouth.
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That sounds funny, but I think I understand what you mean.
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You know that feeling when some words suddenly become easy and comfortable to say?
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Like your mouth already knows the movement automatically.
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Yes, actually.
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Some words used to feel difficult, but now they feel normal.
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That is progress.
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Once your mouth becomes familiar with a word or sound, you stop struggling with it and speaking becomes much easier.
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Okay, I'm definitely trying shadowing after this.
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So what is the third tip?
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Talk to yourself in English every day.
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Wait, seriously?
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People are going to think I'm crazy.
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Maybe a little.
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But honestly, it works incredibly well because when you are alone, there is no pressure and no fear of making mistakes.
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That makes sense.
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I always feel nervous when speaking in front of other people.
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Exactly.
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So when you are cooking, walking, showering, or cleaning, just describe what you are doing in simple English sentences.
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Like, I'm making coffee, or I need to wash these dishes?
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Perfect!
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It may feel silly at first, but slowly, your brain and mouth start building automatic speaking habits.
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So it becomes natural little by little?
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Yes.
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Think about a pianist.
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They do not stop and think about every key while playing.
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Their fingers move automatically because of practice.
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Oh wow, that comparison really helps me understand.
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That is exactly what we want for English speaking.
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We want your mouth to react naturally without translating every sentence first.
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That is honestly my biggest problem right now.
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I think in my own language first, then translate, and by the time I finally speak, the conversation is already over.
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Exactly.
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And the best way to stop translating in your head is to start thinking in English naturally, little by little.
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That sounds difficult, though.
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How can someone actually start thinking in English?
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The secret is immersion.
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Surround yourself with English every day.
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Change your phone language to English, watch English videos, listen to podcasts,
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and try to use English during small daily moments.
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So English should become part of my daily life, not just something I study for an hour.
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Exactly.
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Language is alive.
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The more you live with it, the more natural it feels inside your mind.
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I really like that idea.
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It feels much more relaxed and realistic.
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And now I want to share another powerful tip that helped me a lot.
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Record yourself speaking English.
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Oh no, I hate hearing my own voice recorded.
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Everyone feels that way at first.
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But recording yourself is one of the fastest ways to improve, because you can finally hear your real pronunciation clearly.
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So, I might think I sounded perfect, but the recording shows all my mistakes?
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Exactly.
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Maybe you are speaking too fast, maybe some sounds are unclear, or maybe you are forgetting the endings of words without noticing.
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I definitely do that.
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Sometimes want becomes one and went becomes when.
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That is super common, and recordings help you notice those habits immediately.
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It is like holding up a mirror to your speaking.
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A mirror for my speaking?
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Wow, I actually love that comparison.
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Yes, because just like people check a mirror before leaving home, English learners should check they're speaking regularly, too.
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Okay, I'm still going to cringe a little, but I think I'll try it.
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The cringe is completely normal.
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But after a few weeks, you will hear real improvement in your voice, and that feeling is honestly amazing.
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I can imagine how motivating that must feel.
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It really is.
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Okay, Jack, before we continue, let's quickly review the tips from today.
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Alright.
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First, speak slowly and clearly.
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Second, practice shadowing.
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Third, talk to yourself in English.
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Fourth, immerse yourself and think in English.
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Fifth, record yourself regularly.
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Perfect.
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Those five habits work together to train your mouth and brain naturally.
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Honestly, this feels different from normal English advice, because these are real things people can actually do every day.
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Exactly.
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No complicated textbooks, just simple habits and consistent practice.
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Okay, I have an important question now.
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What about accents?
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Do learners need to sound like native speakers?
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Not at all.
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Your accent is part of your identity, and there is nothing wrong with having one.
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Really?
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Because many learners feel embarrassed when they speak with an accent.
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I understand that feeling.
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But the real goal of communications is clarity, not perfection.
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You do not need to sound British or American to speak good English.
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So, being understood is more important than sounding native.
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Exactly.
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There are beautiful English accents all around the world, and they are all valid, as long as communication is clear.
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That honestly removes so much pressure from learners.
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Good.
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Focus on being clear, confident, and consistent.
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Your speaking will improve naturally over time i love
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that advice clear confident
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and consistent okay ima are you ready for the vocabulary section
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absolutely let's look at five useful expressions from today's episode let's
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go what's the first one number one muscle memories this means your body learns to do something automatically after practicing many times.
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Like when I type on my phone without looking at the keyboard because my fingers already know where everything is.
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Exactly.
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That is muscle memory, and speaking English works the same way.
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OK.
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What's number two?
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Immerse yourself.
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This means to surround yourself completely with something.
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So if I watch English videos, listen to English podcasts, and use English every day, I'm immersing myself in the language.
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Perfect example.
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The more you immerse yourself, the faster English starts feeling natural.
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I like that one a lot.
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What's next?
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Number three, running commentary.
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This means continuously describing what is happening around you or what you are doing.
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So I could say, I give myself a running commentary while cooking dinner to practice speaking English.
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Exactly.
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That is a fantastic way to build speaking habits naturally.
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Okay, number four has to be shadowing, right?
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Yes.
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Shadowing means listening to someone speaking English and repeating exactly what they say with the same rhythm, pronunciation, and emotion.
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So if I repeat sentences from podcasts or movies out loud, I'm practicing shadowing.
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Exactly.
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And it is one of the best ways to improve pronunciation and confidence.
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Alright, final phrase.
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Take care of itself.
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This means something will happen naturally if you keep doing the right things consistently.
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Like, if you practice English every day, your confidence will take care of itself.
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Perfectly said, Jack.
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You're doing amazing today.
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Honestly, these expressions feel practical and easy to use in daily conversations.
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That is the best way to learn vocabulary.
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When phrases are connected to real situations, they stay in your memory much longer.
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You know what?
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Tonight I'm finally going to record myself speaking English for two minutes, even if it feels uncomfortable.
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That's the right attitude.
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And remember, when you listen back, focus on improving just one small thing at a time.
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That actually makes it feel less overwhelming.
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Exactly.
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Language learning is not a race.
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It is a long journey and every small step matters.
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Honestly, language learning is a journey, not a race.
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Sounds like something people would print on a t-shirt.
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I would absolutely wear that shirt.
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Before we finish, do you have one final message for our listeners today?
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Yes.
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Imagine yourself six months from now speaking English naturally, confidently, and without fear.
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That version of you already exists.
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The only thing standing between you and that future is daily practice.
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Wow, that honestly gave me goosebumps a little.
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Your mouth and brain simply need time, repetition, and patience.
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Be kind to yourself and keep showing up every day, even if you only practice for five minutes.
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Because five minutes of real practice is always better than waiting for the perfect moment.
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Exactly.
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Small daily effort creates big results over time.
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I seriously loved today's conversation.
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It felt so practical and motivating.
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I'm so happy to hear that.
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And now we want to ask our listeners something.
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Which speaking tip are you going to try first?
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Slowing down, shadowing, talking to yourself, thinking in English, or recording yourself?
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Tell us in the comments, because we truly love hearing your stories and experiences.
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And your comment might inspire another English learner somewhere in the world.
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Also, if today's episode helped you even a little, subscribe to EMA English Day so you never miss a news episode.
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We're here every single day with simple English conversations, useful tips, and lots of encouragement.
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Thank you so, Mew!
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Thank you so much for spending your time with us today.
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You are already improving just by practicing and learning consistently.
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Keep going, everyone, and never give up on your English journey.
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See you tomorrow.
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Bye, everyone.
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「Train Your Mouth to Speak English Naturally | Daily 15-Minute Speaking Practice」を使って、シャドーイングで英語を練習しましょう。
毎日15〜30分の練習で、IELTSスピーキングへの自信と実践的な英会話力が身につきます。
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。