Shadowing Practice: 100 Ngày Shadowing English - Learn English Speaking with Video

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Hello everyone.
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Today, let's go buy meat together.
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Hello sir, I wanna buy some meat.
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How much is pork belly per kilogram?
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It costs 130,000 Vietnamese Dongs per kilogram.
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Yes, I'll buy one kilogram.
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Here's your one kilogram of meat.
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Do you need anything else?
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How about that pork sausage?
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It costs 120,000 Vietnamese Dongs per kilogram.
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I'll take 0.5 kilogram.
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Here's your sausage.
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How much is my total?
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Your total is 190,000 Vietnamese Dongs.
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Yes.
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Can you give me the QR code?
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Here it is.
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Please transfer the money here.
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I've transferred the money.
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Have you received it?
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Yes, I've received it.
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Thank you.
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Please come by from me again next time.

About This Lesson

In this lesson, you will practice real-life conversational English focusing on buying meat at a local market. This scenario is essential for building listening and speaking skills, specifically in everyday situations. Utilizing the shadow speech technique, you will enhance your pronunciation, intonation, and fluency while also expanding your vocabulary. Perfect for those preparing for the IELTS speaking test, this lesson will help you gain confidence in using English in practical contexts. Follow along as we break down the sentences and phrases that you can use in similar circumstances.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • Meat - a common noun referring to edible animal tissue.
  • Pork belly - a specific cut of meat from a pig, often used in various cuisines.
  • How much - a phrase used to inquire about the price of an item.
  • Kilogram - a unit of measurement for weight; essential when discussing quantities of food.
  • Total - the final amount to be paid, critical for completing a sale.
  • QR code - a type of barcode used for online payments, increasingly popular in transactions.
  • Transfer the money - the action of sending payment, relevant in modern purchasing processes.
  • Thank you - a polite expression to show gratitude; essential in customer service interactions.

Practice Tips

To maximize your learning from this lesson, follow these shadowspeak techniques:

  • Start Slow: As you begin shadowing, listen to the transcript at a reduced speed. The slower pace will help you grasp each phrase clearly.
  • Repetition Is Key: Repeat each phrase multiple times until you feel comfortable. This repetitive practice will improve your muscle memory for pronunciation.
  • Focus on Intonation: Pay close attention to how the speakers emphasize certain words and how their tone changes. This understanding will enhance your overall speaking style and make you sound more like a native speaker.
  • Practice with a Partner: If possible, practice your shadowing with a friend or language partner. This interactive method allows you to get feedback and adjust your speech accordingly.
  • Apply Vocabulary in Context: Try to use the key phrases in your daily conversations, whether you're shopping or chatting with friends. Utilizing them actively will solidify your understanding and recall.

By incorporating these tips into your routine, you'll not only improve your spoken English but also prepare effectively for your IELTS speaking practice. Immerse yourself in this engaging learning experience and discover how to learn English with YouTube effectively!

What is the Shadowing Technique?

Shadowing is a science-backed language learning technique originally developed for professional interpreter training and popularized by polyglot Dr. Alexander Arguelles. The method is simple but powerful: you listen to native English audio and immediately repeat it out loud — like a shadow following the speaker with just a 1–2 second delay. Unlike passive listening or grammar drills, shadowing forces your brain and mouth muscles to simultaneously process and reproduce real speech patterns. Research shows it significantly improves pronunciation accuracy, intonation, rhythm, connected speech, listening comprehension, and speaking fluency — making it one of the most effective methods for IELTS Speaking preparation and real-world English communication.