Shadowing Practice: Learn English for Job Interviews Real Interv - Learn English Speaking with Video
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Hello everyone and welcome back to Learn English with David and Alice.
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We're so happy you're here with us today.
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Whether you're studying English for work, travel, school, or everyday life, thank you for joining us.
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Today we have a very important topic.
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Especially if you're looking for a new job.
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That's right.
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Today we're going to practice English for job interviews.
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Many people feel nervous before an interview.
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Even native English speakers feel nervous sometimes.
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That's true.
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But the good news is that preparation makes everything easier.
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Exactly.
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The more you practice, the more confident you become.
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Today we'll show you common interview questions and easy answers.
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We'll explain useful vocabulary.
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And we'll help you sound professional and confident.
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So, let's begin.
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Imagine you're arriving for an interview.
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The receptionist greets you.
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What do you say?
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You can simply say, good morning.
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Or, good afternoon.
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Then say, it's nice to meet you.
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Another professional phrase is, thank you for meeting with me today.
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Very simple.
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Very professional.
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Now let's move to the most common interview question in the world.
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The famous question.
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Tell me about yourself.
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Many people panic when they hear this question.
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But don't worry.
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The interviewer does not want your entire life story.
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They want a short professional introduction.
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For example, My name is David.
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I have three years of experience in customer service.
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I enjoy helping people and solving problems.
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I'm excited about opportunities to learn and grow.
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That's a great answer.
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Short.
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Clear.
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Professional.
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Now let's look at another question.
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Why do you want to work here?
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This question checks whether you research the company.
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Before every interview, visit the company website.
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Learn about their products and services.
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Then you can answer.
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I admire your company because of its excellent reputation. Or.
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I'm excited about this position because it matches my skills and interests. Or.
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I believe I can learn and grow while contributing to your team.
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Excellent answers.
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Let's continue.
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What are your strengths?
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This means what are you good at?
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Maybe you're organized.
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Maybe you're a good communicator.
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Maybe you're reliable.
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Reliable means people can trust you.
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Here's a sample answer.
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One of my strengths is organization.
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I manage my time well and always complete tasks on schedule.
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Very professional.
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Another example.
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I work well with others and enjoy being a part of a team.
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Teamwork is important in almost every job.
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Now comes the difficult question.
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What are your weaknesses?
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Everyone worries about this question.
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The secret is simple. Be honest.
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But show improvement. For example.
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Sometimes I spend too much time checking my work because I want everything to be perfect.
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However, I'm learning to balance quality and efficiency.
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Great answer.
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Here's another.
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I used to feel nervous speaking in front of groups, but I've been practicing and improving my confidence.
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Notice something?
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Every weakness includes a solution.
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Exactly.
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Next question.
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Why should we hire you?
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This is your opportunity to sell yourself.
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Not literally sell yourself.
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Of course not.
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But explain why you're a strong candidate.
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You could say, I have the skills and experience needed for this role.
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I learn quickly, work hard, and enjoy helping teams achieve their goals.
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That's a strong answer.
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Very strong.
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Another common question is, Tell me about your previous job.
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Focus on responsibilities.
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For example, In my previous role, I worked in customer service.
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I answered customer questions, solved problems, and processed orders.
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Clear and professional.
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The interviewer may ask, Why did you leave your previous job?
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Always stay positive.
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Never criticize your former employer.
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Instead, say, I was looking for new opportunities to grow professionally.
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Or, I wanted to develop new skills and take on new challenges.
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Excellent.
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Now let's talk about future goals.
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Where do you see yourself in five years?
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This question is very common.
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Employers want to know if you are ambitious.
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You can answer, in five years, I hope to have developed strong skills in this field and taken on more responsibilities.
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Or, I hope to grow with the company and continue learning.
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Very professional.
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Let's discuss teamwork.
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Are you a team player?
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The answer is usually yes.
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Then explain why.
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For example, yes, I enjoy collaborating with others.
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I believe teamwork helps achieve better results.
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Excellent.
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Another question.
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How do you handle stress?
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Everybody experiences stress.
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The interviewer wants to know how you manage it.
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A good answer is, I stay organized and focus on priorities.
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When I feel stressed, I break large tasks into smaller steps.
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That's practical. And realistic.
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Finally, at the end of the interview, they usually ask, Do you have any questions for us?
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Always say yes.
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Asking questions shows interest.
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You can ask, what does a typical day in this role look like?
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Or, what qualities make someone successful in this position?
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Or, what are the next steps in the hiring process?
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Great questions.
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Very professional.
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Before we finish, let's share a few important tips.
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Arrive early.
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Dress professionally.
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Bring extra copies of your resume.
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Turn off your phone.
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Maintain eye contact
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Listen carefully Speak clearly Stay positive And most importantly
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Believe in yourself Every interview is an opportunity to learn The more you practice, the better you'll become Remember, interviewers are not looking for perfection
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They're looking for someone they can trust and work with
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So prepare well Practice often Stay confident And give it your best effort Thank you so much for joining us today
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We hope this lesson helps you succeed in your next interview.
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Good luck!
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Keep practicing English!
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And we'll see you in the next lesson.
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Goodbye, everyone!
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Take care and happy learning!
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Woordenschat en spreektips bij deze les
Deze spreekles op niveau B1 is gebaseerd op de video “Learn English for Job Interviews Real Interv”. Deze woorden komen het vaakst terug: answer, interview, professional, learn, English. Deze video bevat 144 zinnen en 937 woorden om na te spreken. Het gesproken deel duurt 6:10. De spreker praat in een natuurlijk tempo van ongeveer 152 woorden per minuut, dicht bij een alledaags gesprek. 87% van de woorden hoort bij de 3.000 meest gebruikte Engelse woorden, dus de woordenschat is goed te volgen.
Belangrijke woorden in deze video
De 15 moeilijkste woorden uit de video, met uitspraak en betekenis:
| Woord | Uitspraak | Betekenis |
|---|---|---|
| interviewer zelfstandig naamwoord | /ˈɪntɚvjuɚ/ | interviewer, interviewster |
| teamwork zelfstandig naamwoord | groepswerk, teamwork | |
| distress zelfstandig naamwoord | /dɪˈstɹɛs/ | druk, stress |
| organize werkwoord | /ˈɔɹɡənaɪz/ | organiseren |
| weakness zelfstandig naamwoord | /ˈwik.nɪs/ | zwakte |
| employer zelfstandig naamwoord | /ɪmˈplɔɪə/ | werkgever |
| reliable bijvoeglijk naamwoord | /ɹɪˈlaɪəbl̩/ | betrouwbaar, zeker |
| receptionist zelfstandig naamwoord | /ɹɪˈsɛp.ʃə.nɪst/ | receptionist, onthaalbediende |
| collaborate werkwoord | /kəˈlæb.ə.ɹeɪt/ | samenwerken |
| criticize werkwoord | /ˈkɹɪtɪsaɪz/ | kritiseren, bekritiseren |
| greet werkwoord | /ɡɹiːt/ | begroeten, ontvangen |
| vocabulary zelfstandig naamwoord | /vəˈkæb.jə.lə.ɹi/ | woordenschat, vocabulaire |
| ambitious bijvoeglijk naamwoord | /æmˈbɪʃ.əs/ | eerzuchtig, ambitieus |
| admire werkwoord | /ədˈmaɪɹ/ | bewonderen, aanbidden |
| perfection zelfstandig naamwoord | /pɚˈfɛk.ʃən/ | perfectie |
Phrasal verbs die je zult horen
| Woord | Betekenis |
|---|---|
| turn off werkwoord | uitzetten, uitschakelen |
Zinnen om te herhalen
Korte, volledige zinnen uit de video die je in alledaagse gesprekken kunt gebruiken:
- Why do you want to work here?
- This means what are you good at?
- Why should we hire you?
- Where do you see yourself in five years?
- Are you a team player?
Grammatica in deze video
De structuren die de spreker het meest gebruikt, met de exacte woorden uit de video:
| Structuur | In de video |
|---|---|
| Werkwoord + -ing enjoy, keep, stop… + -ing — werkwoorden die door de -ing-vorm worden gevolgd | enjoy helping · enjoy collaborating · Keep practicing |
| Present continuous am/is/are + -ing — iets dat nu of in deze periode gebeurt | you're studying · you're looking · you're arriving |
| Toekomst met “will” will + werkwoord — een besluit, belofte of voorspelling | we'll show · We'll explain · we'll help |
Uitspraak om op te letten
De spreker gebruikt 21 samentrekkingen en verkorte vormen, zoals you're, we'll, I'm. Spreek ze kort uit, zoals je ze hoort.
- De klanken “sh” en “zh”: receptionist /ɹɪˈsɛp.ʃə.nɪst/, ambitious /æmˈbɪʃ.əs/, perfection /pɚˈfɛk.ʃən/, preparation /ˌpɹɛpəˈɹeɪʃ(ə)n/
- Lange woorden — let op de klemtoon: communicator /kəˈmjuːnɪkeɪtə/, receptionist /ɹɪˈsɛp.ʃə.nɪst/, collaborate /kəˈlæb.ə.ɹeɪt/, vocabulary /vəˈkæb.jə.lə.ɹi/, importantly /ɪmˈpɔɹ.tənt.li/
Klanken die Nederlandstaligen lastig vinden:
- Stemhebbende eindmedeklinker — /b/, /d/, /g/, /z/, /v/ niet verscherpen: organize /ˈɔɹɡənaɪz/, criticize /ˈkɹɪtɪsaɪz/, succeed /səkˈsiːd/, phrase /ˈfɹeɪ̯z/
- /æ/ — opener dan de Nederlandse “e”: collaborate /kəˈlæb.ə.ɹeɪt/, vocabulary /vəˈkæb.jə.lə.ɹi/, ambitious /æmˈbɪʃ.əs/, panic /ˈpænɪk/
- /g/ — een harde plofklank, geen Nederlandse “g”: organize /ˈɔɹɡənaɪz/, greet /ɡɹiːt/, goodbye /ɡʊdˈbaɪ/
Zo oefen je met deze video
- Luister de hele video één keer zonder te spreken en noteer de woorden die je niet kent.
- Begin op 0,75× snelheid, spreek zin voor zin na en ga terug naar normale snelheid zodra het makkelijk gaat.
- Neem jezelf op en vergelijk met het origineel; let daarbij op woorden als interviewer, teamwork, distress.
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.