Shadowing Practice: English Speaking Practice | Real Life English Conversations - Learn English Speaking with Video
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Listen and practice English.
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Lost bag at bus stop.
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Excuse me, is this the lost and found office?
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Yes, it is.
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How can I help you?
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I think I left my backpack on the bus. When did this happen? About an hour ago.
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Can you describe the backpack?
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It is black with red stripes.
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Was there anything valuable inside?
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Yes, my laptop, books, and house keys.
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Do you remember the bus number?
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Yes, it was bus 25.
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That's helpful.
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Let me check our records.
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Thank you.
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I hope someone found it.
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One moment, please.
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Sure.
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Good news!
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A driver turned in a backpack about 30 minutes ago.
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Really?
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That's wonderful!
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Can you tell me what is inside to confirm it is yours?
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There is a blue notebook, a silver laptop, and a water bottle.
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Everything matches.
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I am so relieved.
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Please sign this form before I return it. Of course.
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Here is your backpack.
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Thank you so much for your help.
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You're welcome.
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Please check that everything is inside.
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Yes, everything is here.
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Great!
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Have a safe day.
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Thank you.
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You too.
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Goodbye.
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Lost child at mall.
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Excuse me, please help me.
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I can't find my son.
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Please stay calm.
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When did you last see him?
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About 10 minutes ago in the toy section.
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What is your son's name?
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His name is Ethan.
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How old is he?
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He is six years old.
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What was he wearing?
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A blue t-shirt, black shorts, and white shoes.
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Do you have a recent photo of him?
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Yes.
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Here is a picture on my phone.
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Thank you.
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This photo will help us.
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I am really worried.
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Don't worry.
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We will start looking right away.
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Thank you so much.
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I will inform our security team immediately.
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Should I keep looking too?
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Please stay near the information desk.
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If he comes back, he will find you here.
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Okay, I will stay here.
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We have announced his name over the mall speakers.
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I hope he hears it.
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One of our security guards just called me. Did they find him?
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Yes, he is safe and waiting at the children's play area.
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Oh, thank goodness.
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Please come with me.
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I'll take you to him.
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Thank you for helping me find my son.
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You're welcome.
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We're glad he is safe. At the gym.
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Good morning.
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I would like to join this gym.
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Good morning!
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We'd be happy to help.
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Is this your first time here?
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Yes, it is.
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Great!
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We have several membership plans.
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Can you tell me about them?
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We offer monthly, six-month, and yearly membership.
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Which one is the most popular?
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Most people choose the yearly plan because it costs less each month.
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That sounds like a good deal.
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Would you like to see the gym before you decide?
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Yes, please.
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This way.
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We have a cardio area, a weight room, and a yoga studio.
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Everything looks clean and modern.
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Thank you.
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We clean the equipment every day. Are fitness classes included?
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Yes, all group classes are included with your membership.
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That's great.
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Do you also have personal trainers?
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Yes, you can book a trainer for an additional fee.
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I'd like the yearly membership.
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Excellent choice.
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May I have your ID, please?
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Sure.
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Here it is.
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Thank you.
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Please fill out this membership form.
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Okay.
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I'm finished.
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Perfect.
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Your membership is now active.
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Wonderful.
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When can I start working out? start working out?
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You can start today.
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Thank you.
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I'm excited to begin.
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You're welcome.
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Enjoy your workout. At the insurance office.
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Good morning.
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I would like to buy health insurance insurance.
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Good morning, I'd be happy to help.
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Is this your first insurance policy?
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Yes, it is.
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No problem, I'll explain everything.
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Thank you, I don't know much about insurance.
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That's okay.
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We have different plans to fit your needs.
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Which plan do most people choose?
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Our standard plan is the most popular.
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What does it cover?
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It covers doctors visits, hospital stays, and emergency treatment. That sounds good.
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Would you like to add dental coverage?
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Yes.
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How much does it cost?
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It is an extra $20 per month.
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That's affordable.
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May I see your ID, please?
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Sure, here it is.
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Thank you.
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Please fill out this application form.
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Okay, give me a minute.
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Take your time.
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I have completed the form.
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Great.
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Let me review your information. Is everything correct?
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Yes, everything looks good.
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When will my insurance start?
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Your coverage will begin on the first day of next month.
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Perfect!
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Thank you for your help.
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Have a great day!
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You too!
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Goodbye!
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Woordenschat en spreektips bij deze les
Deze spreekles op niveau A2 is gebaseerd op de video “English Speaking Practice”. Deze woorden komen het vaakst terug: membership, insurance, backpack, bus, month. Deze video bevat 150 zinnen en 754 woorden om na te spreken. Het gesproken deel duurt 9:59. De spreker praat langzaam, ongeveer 76 woorden per minuut, zodat je tijd hebt om elke klank na te doen. 88% van de woorden hoort bij de 3.000 meest gebruikte Engelse woorden, dus de woordenschat is goed te volgen. 32 van de 150 zinnen zijn vragen, dus het is goede oefening voor vraagintonatie en korte antwoorden.
Belangrijke woorden in deze video
15 woorden uit de video die het leren waard zijn, met uitspraak en betekenis:
| Woord | Uitspraak | Betekenis |
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| membership zelfstandig naamwoord | lidmaatschap | |
| backpack zelfstandig naamwoord | /ˈbæk.pæk/ | rugzak |
| yearly bijvoeglijk naamwoord | /ˈjɪɹli/ | jaarlijks, jaarlijkse |
| goodbye | /ɡʊdˈbaɪ/ | tot ziens, tot weerziens |
| mall zelfstandig naamwoord | /mɔːl/ | winkelcentrum |
| laptop zelfstandig naamwoord | /ˈlæp.tɑp/ | laptop, notebook |
| trainer zelfstandig naamwoord | /ˈtɹeɪnɚ/ | trainer, trainster |
| desk zelfstandig naamwoord | /dɛsk/ | bureau, schrijftafel |
| helpful bijvoeglijk naamwoord | /ˈhɛlp.fl̩/ | behulpzaam |
| confirm werkwoord | /kənˈfɝm/ | bevestigen |
| announce werkwoord | /əˈnaʊn(t)s/ | aankondigen, declareren |
| shoe zelfstandig naamwoord | /ˈʃu/ | schoen |
| affordable bijvoeglijk naamwoord | /əˈfɔɹ.də.bəl/ | betaalbaar |
| yoga zelfstandig naamwoord | /ˈjoʊ.ɡə/ | yoga |
| inform werkwoord | /ɪnˈfɔɹm/ | informeren, inlichten |
Phrasal verbs die je zult horen
| Woord | Uitspraak | Betekenis |
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| fill out werkwoord | /fɪl ˈaʊt/ | invullen |
| work out werkwoord | /ˌwɝk ˈaʊt/ | uitrekenen |
| come back werkwoord | terugkomen |
Zinnen om te herhalen
Korte, volledige zinnen uit de video die je in alledaagse gesprekken kunt gebruiken:
- Excuse me, is this the lost and found office?
- How can I help you?
- Can you describe the backpack?
- Do you remember the bus number?
- What is your son's name?
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 | have announced · have completed |
| Werkwoord + -ing enjoy, keep, stop… + -ing — werkwoorden die door de -ing-vorm worden gevolgd | start looking · keep looking · start working |
| Overtreffende trap the -est / the most … — het hoogste of laagste van een groep | the most popular |
| Toekomst met “will” will + werkwoord — een besluit, belofte of voorspelling | will help · will start · will inform |
Uitspraak om op te letten
De spreker gebruikt 14 samentrekkingen en verkorte vormen, zoals you're, don't, I'd. Spreek ze kort uit, zoals je ze hoort.
Klanken die Nederlandstaligen lastig vinden:
- /æ/ — opener dan de Nederlandse “e”: backpack /ˈbæk.pæk/, laptop /ˈlæp.tɑp/
- /g/ — een harde plofklank, geen Nederlandse “g”: goodbye /ɡʊdˈbaɪ/, yoga /ˈjoʊ.ɡə/, goodness /ˈɡʊdnəs/
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 membership, backpack, yearly.
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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.