Shadowing Practice: Learning English Speaking Practice for Beginners | Learn Daily English Conversations 🚀 - Learn English Speaking with Video
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English Easy Practice Do you want to learn English vocabulary faster?
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And boost your speaking skills quickly?
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We can speak English.
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Then, welcome to our new video to improve your English skills.
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In this video, we'll dive into a fun and interactive learning experience designed to improve your English speaking skills.
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Speak English.
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Now, are you ready to train your brain to speak English fluently?
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Let's get started.
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In the first part, you'll listen to a conversation between native English speakers.
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Try to focus on the meaning of the conversation when you listen to it.
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This will help you understand real -life conversations better.
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Stick with it.
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Hey, Tom.
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How is your running going?
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Not good.
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I get tired very fast.
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I want to stop.
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Don't stop.
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You just started.
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You need to stick with it.
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But I can only run for five minutes.
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It's too hard.
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That's okay.
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Start small.
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Run a little more each day.
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Do you think I can improve? Of course.
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When I started, I couldn't run long either.
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Really?
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Now you run every morning.
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Yes, because I didn't quit.
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I kept going, even on hard days.
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Maybe I should run slower.
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That's a good idea.
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Go slow and stay relaxed.
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Thanks, Mia.
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I feel better now.
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Great.
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Just remember, stick with it and you will get stronger.
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Now, let's explore some new words together in our vocabulary section.
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I'll explain a few words and use them in example sentences to help you grasp their meaning easily.
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Vocabulary Stick with it.
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To continue doing something and not stop even when it's hard.
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Examples.
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This exercise is hard, but I will stick with it.
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She wants to quit, but I tell her to stick with it.
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Stick with it.
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You're going to stick with it.
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Don't.
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Yeah, I couldn't stick with it.
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I'm sticking with it.
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Like.
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Just stick with it.
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So stick with it.
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Well, stick with it.
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Yeah.
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Either.
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Also use the negative sentences.
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Examples.
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He can't run fast.
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I can't run fast either.
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She isn't ready.
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I am not ready either.
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Keep going.
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To continue doing something.
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Examples.
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We must keep going to reach our goal.
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He was tired, but he kept going.
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I want to remind you something, guys.
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Repetition is very important to become fluent in English.
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So, watch this video many times.
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Listen and repeat.
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Now it's time for the listen and repeat practice.
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You will hear each sentence two times.
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The first time, we will speak slowly.
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The second time, we will speak at normal speed.
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After you hear the sentence, repeat it out loud.
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Try to copy our pronunciation, rhythm, and intonation.
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Speak clearly and with confidence.
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Don't worry about being perfect, just speak.
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Ready?
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Let's practice together.
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Hey, Tom.
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How is your running going?
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Hey, Tom.
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How is your running going?
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Not good.
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I get tired very fast.
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I want to stop.
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Not good.
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I get tired very fast.
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I want to stop.
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Don't stop.
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You just started.
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You need to stick with it.
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Don't stop.
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You just started.
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You need to stick with it.
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But I can only run for 5 minutes.
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It's too hard.
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But I can only run for 5 minutes.
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It's too hard.
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That's okay.
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Start small.
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Run a little more each day.
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That's okay.
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Start small.
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Run a little more each day.
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Do you think I can improve?
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Do you think I can improve? Of course.
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When I started, I couldn't run long either. Of course.
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When I started, I couldn't run long either.
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Really?
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Now you run every morning?
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Really?
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Now you run every morning?
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Yes, because I didn't quit.
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I kept going, even on hard days.
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Yes, because I didn't quit.
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I kept going, even on hard days.
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Maybe I should run slower.
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Maybe I should run slower.
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That's a good idea.
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Go slow and stay relaxed.
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That's a good idea.
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Go slow and stay relaxed.
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Thanks, Mia.
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I feel better now.
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Thanks, Mia.
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I feel better now.
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Great.
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Just remember, stick with it, and you will get stronger.
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Great.
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Just remember, stick with it, and you will get stronger.
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Now it's time to practice speaking.
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After each question, pause the video and say your answer out loud.
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Speaking out loud is very important.
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It helps you train your mouth and brain to speak English more easily.
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If you don't know the answer, no problem.
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Just listen and repeat.
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You can watch this part many times.
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The more you repeat this practice, the faster your English will improve.
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So don't be shy, say your answers with a smile, and keep going.
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Answer the questions out loud.
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Hey Tom, how is your running going?
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Not good, I get tired very fast.
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I want to stop.
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How is Tom's running going?
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Thank you.
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Not good.
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His running is not going well.
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Does Tom get tired fast?
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Yes, he does.
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He gets tired very fast.
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Does Tom want to stop running?
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Yes, he does.
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He wants to stop.
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Don't stop.
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You just started.
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You need to stick with it.
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What does Mia tell Tom to do? To stick with it.
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She tells him to keep going.
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But I can only run for five minutes.
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It's too hard.
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Can Tom run for 10 hours?
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No, he can't run for 10 hours.
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How long can Tom run?
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5 minutes.
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He can run for 5 minutes.
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That's okay.
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Start small.
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Run a little more each day.
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Does Mia say it is okay to start small?
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Yes, she does.
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She says it is okay to start small.
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Do you think I can improve? Of course.
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When I started, I couldn't run long either. Can Tom improve?
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Yes, he can.
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Mia says he can improve.
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Did Mia run long when she started?
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No, she didn't.
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She couldn't run long either.
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Really?
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Now you run every morning.
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Yes, because I didn't quit.
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I kept going, even on hard days.
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Why does Mia run every morning now?
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Because she didn't quit running.
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Did Mia keep going, even on hard days?
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Yes, she kept going every day.
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Maybe I should run slower.
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That's a good idea.
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Go slow and stay relaxed.
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What does Mia tell Tom to do about speed?
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Run slower.
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She tells him to go slow.
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Thanks, Mia.
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I feel better now.
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Great.
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Just remember, stick with it and you will get stronger.
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How does Tom feel at the end?
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Better.
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He feels better at the end.
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Do you want to improve your English speaking skills even more?
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Check out our new Shadowing course.
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It's full of interactive MP3 and PDF lessons to help you speak with confidence.
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Download the free lesson today.
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The link is below.
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Now let's practice shadowing.
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You'll hear one speaker's line.
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Listen carefully, then say it out loud.
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After that, read the other speaker's line yourself.
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You'll take turns speaking both parts of the conversation.
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If it's too fast, just pause or slow down the video.
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Repeat this practice often.
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Shadowing helps you speak more clearly, naturally, and with confidence.
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Hey Tom, how is your running going?
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Don't stop.
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You just started.
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You need to stick with it.
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That's okay.
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Start small.
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Run a little more each day. Of course.
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When I started, I couldn't run long either.
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Yes, because I didn't quit.
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I kept going, even on hard days.
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That's a good idea.
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Go slow and stay relaxed.
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Great.
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Just remember, stick with it and you will get stronger.
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Not good.
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I get tired very fast.
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I want to stop.
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But I can only run for five minutes.
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It's too hard.
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Do you think I can improve?
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Really?
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Now you run every morning?
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Maybe I should run slower Thanks, Mia.
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I feel better now Great job today!
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Remember, the best way to improve your English speaking skills is to watch this video many times.
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The more you repeat, the better you will speak!
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And don't forget to check out our other videos on our English Easy Practice YouTube channel.
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We have more lessons to help you speak English with confidence.
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You can also visit our website, EnglishEasyPractice .com, for free downloads, more practice, and helpful resources.
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Happy learning!
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Thanks for watching, guys!
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It will help you to improve your English skills, and you will love it.
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I promise.
Why Practice Speaking with This Video?
Looking to boost your language learning journey? This video is a goldmine for beginners! It combines real-life conversations with interactive practice, making speaking practice feel less like work and more like a chat with friends. The dialogue between Tom and Mia mirrors everyday situations—perfect for building confidence in using English outside the classroom. Plus, it’s designed to train your brain to think in English, which is key for fluency. Whether you’re new to speaking or just want to sound more natural, this video helps you learn by listening, repeating, and internalizing—so you can start using what you learn right away.
Grammar & Expressions in Context
The conversation is packed with practical phrases you’ll use daily. Let’s break down a few:
- "Stick with it": This phrasal verb means to keep doing something even when it’s hard. In the dialogue, Mia tells Tom, "Stick with it and you will get stronger"—a great example of how to encourage someone (or yourself!).
- "Start small": This simple structure is perfect for giving advice. Tom struggles with running, so Mia suggests, "Start small. Run a little more each day." You can use this for any goal, like learning a language: "Start small by practicing 10 minutes a day."
- "I couldn't run long either": The word "either" here shows agreement with a negative statement. It’s a natural way to connect with someone’s struggle—try saying, "I couldn’t speak English well either when I started!"
These expressions are easy to remember because they’re used in a relatable story, making them stick better than memorizing lists.
Common Pronunciation Traps
Pronunciation practice can be tricky, but the video’s clear dialogue helps you spot common mistakes. Let’s focus on a few words:
- "Stick with it": Notice how "with it" flows together—native speakers often link these words, so it sounds like "wih-dit" instead of separate sounds. Try the shadowing technique: repeat the phrase right after the speaker to mimic this flow.
- "Tired": The "ire" sound can be hard—make sure it’s not too short! It should sound like "tahyerd," not "turd." Listen closely to how Tom says, "I get tired very fast," and copy the length of the vowel.
- "Relaxed": The "x" here is soft, like "ks," not a hard "z." Mia says, "Go slow and stay relaxed"—practice saying it slowly, then speed up to match her tone.
By focusing on these details, you’ll sound more natural and be easier to understand. Remember, every small step counts—keep practicing, and you’ll see progress in no time!
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.