Shadowing Practice: LEARNING ENGLISH - LESSON 1 ( Repeat and Remember) - Learn English Speaking with Video

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There are many things to remember when learning English and I am not talking about the words or the grammar rules.
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The one crucial area
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that must be considered whilst learning the language English involves the various methods of improving your own learning process.
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The important activities to carry out so as to expand your word power
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and improve your grasp of English come in many forms.
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They exist in many ways.
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For me, one of the best ways to learn English, or anything, is to go over what you have studied again and again,
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to repeat what you have recently focused on.
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For many English learners, this exercise might seem dull and boring, but in reality the action of repetition is crucial,
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especially when you are trying to get those all -important words and rules to go into and stay in your brain.
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Let's be honest, learning is basically a process of putting things in and keeping them in there until needed,
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a little like putting things in a cupboard until you need them.
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At first you might forget where they are, but over time you become familiar with where those things are and where they go.
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It is exactly the same process as learning a new skill.
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The more you do something, the easier it becomes to remember it.
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That is the reason why repeating new words,
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reviewing grammar rules, reciting a short poem or story is so important.
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As a matter of fact you can repeat anything again and again whilst learning and the result will be the same.
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You will remember it.
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Never be afraid to read and repeat.
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Listen and repeat.
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Review and repeat.
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The very basic rule The rule of learning anything states that the best way to learn something is to repeat it.
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Now, listen to this lesson again.
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Absorb the words.
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Take in the advice.
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And of course, have fun!

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Why Repetition Matters in Language Learning

The video highlights a key truth: mastering English isn’t just about memorizing words or grammar—it’s about refining how you learn. The speaker emphasizes that repetition is the secret to locking new skills into your memory, comparing it to organizing items in a cupboard. At first, you might forget where things “go,” but with time, repetition makes recall effortless. This insight is a game-changer for anyone struggling to retain what they study.

5 Practical Phrases to Use Today

  • “Go over what you have studied” – Perfect for talking about review sessions.
  • “Expand your word power” – A lively way to describe building vocabulary.
  • “Grasp of English” – Use this to explain your understanding of the language.
  • “Reciting a short poem or story” – A fun activity to practice fluency.
  • “Absorb the words” – A natural phrase for describing how to learn through listening.

Step-by-Step Shadowing Guide for This Video

Ready to turn repetition into action? Try the shadowing technique with this lesson to boost your speaking and pronunciation practice. Here’s how: Step 1: Listen to a 10-second clip of the video. Focus on the rhythm and tone. Step 2: Pause and repeat the clip out loud, mimicking the speaker’s pace and stress. Don’t worry about mistakes—just aim to match the sound. Step 3: Do this 3-5 times until the words flow naturally. Step 4: Move to a longer clip (20-30 seconds) and repeat the process. Over time, you’ll notice your pronunciation sharpen and your confidence grow. Remember, the goal is to “absorb the words” through active repetition, making them part of your daily speech.

Language learning thrives on consistency, and shadowing is a powerful tool to make repetition engaging. So hit play, repeat, and watch your skills improve—one phrase at a time!

Grammatica in deze video

De structuren die de spreker het meest gebruikt, met de exacte woorden uit de video:

StructuurIn de video
Present perfect have/has + voltooid deelwoord — iets uit het verleden dat nu nog telthave studied · have recently focused
Mogelijkheid met “might / may” might/may + werkwoord — iets is mogelijk maar niet zekermight seem · might forget
Overtreffende trap the -est / the most … — het hoogste of laagste van een groepthe best
Present continuous am/is/are + -ing — iets dat nu of in deze periode gebeurtam not talking · are trying

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.

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