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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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Woordenschat en spreektips bij deze les
Deze video bevat 42 zinnen en 599 woorden om na te spreken. Het gesproken deel duurt 4:20. De spreker praat in een gelijkmatig tempo van ongeveer 138 woorden per minuut, prettig om te shadowen. Slechts 81% van de woorden hoort bij de 3.000 meest gebruikte Engelse woorden, dus de woordenschat is pittig.
Belangrijke woorden in deze video
15 minder gangbare woorden uit de video, met uitspraak en betekenis:
- lesson /ˈlɛs.ən/ (zelfstandig naamwoord) — les. A section of learning or teaching into which a wider learning content is divided.
- encourage /ɪnˈkʌɹ.ɪd͡ʒ/ (werkwoord) — bemoedigen, aanmoedigen. To mentally support; to motivate, give courage, hope or spirit.
- awareness /əˈwɛɹ.nəs/ (zelfstandig naamwoord) — besef, bewustzijn. The state or level of consciousness where sense data can be confirmed by an observer.
- connect /kəˈnɛkt/ (werkwoord) — verbinden. To join (to another object): to attach, or to be intended to attach or capable of attaching, to another object.
- remind /ɹəˈmaɪnd/ (werkwoord) — herinneren. To cause one to experience a memory (of someone or something); to bring to the notice or consideration (of a person).
- measurement /ˈmɛʒ.ə.mənt/ (zelfstandig naamwoord) — meting. The act of measuring.
- cherish /ˈt͡ʃɛɹɪʃ/ (werkwoord) — koesteren. To treat with affection, care, and tenderness; to nurture or protect with care.
- occur /əˈkɜː/ (werkwoord) — plaatsvinden. To happen or take place.
- anxiety /æŋˈzaɪ.əti/ (zelfstandig naamwoord) — bezorgdheid, ongerustheid. An unpleasant state of mental uneasiness, nervousness, apprehension and obsession or concern about some uncertain event.
- mood /muːd/ (zelfstandig naamwoord) — humeur, stemming. A mental or emotional state, composure.
- clock /klɑk/ (zelfstandig naamwoord) — teller, kilometerteller. A chronometer, an instrument that measures time, particularly the time of day.
- aspect /ˈæspɛkt/ (zelfstandig naamwoord) — aspect. Any specific feature, part, or element of something.
- conclusion /kənˈkluːʒən/ (zelfstandig naamwoord) — conclusie, einde. The end, finish, close or last part of something.
- reflect /ɹɪˈflɛkt/ (werkwoord) — weerkaatsen. To bend back (light, etc.) from a surface.
- resource /ɹɪˈzɔːs/ (zelfstandig naamwoord) — bron, hulpbron. Something that one uses to achieve an objective, e.g. raw materials or personnel.
Uitspraak om op te letten
- De klanken “sh” en “zh”: measurement /ˈmɛʒ.ə.mənt/, cherish /ˈt͡ʃɛɹɪʃ/, contrast /kənˈt(ʃ)ɹæst/, conclusion /kənˈkluːʒən/, crucial /ˈkɹuː.ʃəl/
- Lange woorden — let op de klemtoon: anxiety /æŋˈzaɪ.əti/, fundamental /ˌfʌn.dəˈmɛn.təl/, mysterious /mɪˈstɪɹi.əs/, historically /hɪˈstɔɹɪkli/, civilization /ˌsɪv.ɪ.laɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/
Zo oefen je met deze video
- Luister de hele video één keer zonder te spreken en noteer de woorden die je niet kent.
- Spreek zin voor zin na op normale snelheid en herhaal elke zin tot je ritme gelijk is aan dat van de spreker.
- Neem jezelf op en vergelijk met het origineel; let daarbij op woorden als lesson, encourage, awareness.
Grammatica in deze video
De structuren die de spreker het meest gebruikt, met de exacte woorden uit de video:
| Structuur | In de video |
|---|---|
| Present perfect have/has + voltooid deelwoord — iets uit het verleden dat nu nog telt | has passed · have gone · has been |
| Present continuous am/is/are + -ing — iets dat nu of in deze periode gebeurt | are enjoying · are waiting · is fleeting |
| Toekomst met “going to” be going to + werkwoord — een plan of iets dat je ziet aankomen | are going to talk · I'm going to ask |
Wat is de Shadowing-techniek?
Shadowing is een wetenschappelijk onderbouwde taalleermethode die oorspronkelijk is ontwikkeld voor professionele tolkentraining en gepopulariseerd door polyglot Dr. Alexander Arguelles. De methode is eenvoudig maar krachtig: je luistert naar native Engelse audio en herhaalt het onmiddellijk hardop — als een schaduw die de spreker volgt met slechts 1–2 seconden vertraging. In tegenstelling tot passief luisteren of grammaticadrills, dwingt shadowing je hersenen en mondspieren om echte spraakpatronen tegelijkertijd te verwerken en te reproduceren. Onderzoek toont aan dat het de uitspraaknauwkeurigheid, intonatie, ritme, verbonden spraak, luisterbegrip en spreekvaardigheid aanzienlijk verbetert — waardoor het een van de meest effectieve methoden is voor IELTS Speaking-voorbereiding en echte Engelse communicatie.