Shadowing Practice: 100 Phrasal Verbs I Use in My Morning Routine - Learn English Speaking with YouTube

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In the morning, my alarm goes off.
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In the morning, my alarm goes off.
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I wake up.
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I turn off my alarm.
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I go back to sleep.
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I get woken up again by my toddler.
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I turn on the light.
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I put my glasses on.
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I look at the messages on my phone.
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I reluctantly get out of bed.
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I put on my robe and my slippers.
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I tidy up the bedroom a little bit.
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I go in the bathroom to freshen up.
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I turn the water on.
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I look at myself in the mirror and get ready for the day.
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I take my glasses off and put my contacts in.
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I brush the knots out of my hair.
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I put some makeup on.
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I turn off the light.
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I switch on the coffee machine.
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I whip up some breakfast.
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I pull out my toddler's chair.
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I put him in his chair and push his chair in.
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I tell Dory to eat up because we're going out.
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Eat up, we're going out.
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I finish up my coffee.
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I take him out of his chair.
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I clean up, I wipe up the table and countertops.
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I put away the food and dishes.
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I notice that we're running out of cereal,
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so I put it on the grocery list.
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My son runs around the apartment.
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He burns off some energy.
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When he gets upset, I calm him down.
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He makes up stories with his toys.
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I get dressed.
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I pick out some clothes for my son.
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I get him dressed.
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We get ready to go outside.
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We put on our sweaters,
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rain jackets, rain boots and hats.
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My son gets in his stroller.
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I make sure I have my phone, wallet and keys.
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I turn off the lights and walk out the door.
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I lock up and we wait for the elevator.
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We get on the elevator,
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go down the elevator, and get off the elevator.
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We go on a walk outside.
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It's raining.
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A lot.
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We stop at the library to dry off.
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And to drop off a book I'd borrowed.
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I'm bringing it back even though I haven't finished reading it yet because it's due today.
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Dory looks for a dinosaur book.
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He really likes dinosaurs.
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He picks out two of them and puts them in the stroller.
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We check his books out from the library and continue our walk.
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I look for pretty flowers because spring is almost here.
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I point out ducks and other animals when I see them.
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As we walk, we watch out for bikes on the path.
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Dory hops out of the stroller to play.
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He runs around on the grass.
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He chases after birds.
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It's time to start heading back home for lunch.
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We pass by ponds and more birds.
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Dory chills out under his rain cover and reads his new library books.
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We look out for dangerous coyotes.
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Really, there are coyotes here.
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The short walk has tired me out.
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We get on the elevator,
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the elevator doors open up,
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and we get off the elevator.
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I open up the door and we walk in.
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I lift up the rain cover from my son's stroller.
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I take off our rain boots.
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I help Dory get out of his stroller.
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I take off his hood and rain suit.
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I take off the rest of our warm rain clothes.
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I hang up our jackets in the closet and put away our shoes.
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After we eat lunch, my son tries to put off nap time.
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I clean up a bit.
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We pick out some books to read and then sit down and read them together.
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He lies down for his nap and I pull the covers up to his chin.
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I tuck him in.
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I turn off the light and he falls asleep.
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I turn the coffee machine back on and make a fresh cup.
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I sit down and open up my laptop.
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I turn my laptop on and wait for it to start up.
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I text my friends back and catch up on news.
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I call my mom back.
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I catch up with a friend.
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I catch up on some reading.
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I email back my boss.
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Dory ends up waking up early from his nap.
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I shut down my laptop and get ready for the afternoon.

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Why practice speaking with this video?

Using phrasal verbs in daily routines can significantly enhance your conversational English. This video titled "100 Phrasal Verbs I Use in My Morning Routine" presents an authentic context for learning as you hear how native speakers naturally incorporate phrases into everyday language. Practicing along with this video allows learners to not only familiarize themselves with common phrases but also to improve their fluency and confidence when speaking.

Engaging with the content through the shadowing technique—repeating after the speaker—provides an excellent way to refine pronunciation and intonation. Whether you're preparing for the IELTS speaking practice or simply want to sound more natural in conversations, this video serves as an insightful resource. By integrating these phrases into your own speech, you can elevate your language skills and better express your daily activities in English.

Grammar & Expressions in Context

Throughout the video, several key structures offer practical examples of how phrasal verbs function in context:

  • “turn off” and “turn on”: These verbs illustrate how to express ending and starting actions, important for everyday interactions. For example, “I turn off the alarm” signifies an action that many people perform each morning.
  • “wake up”: This expression is essential for discussing the beginning of the day. It's a simple yet effective way to communicate about routine, making it ideal for learners focused on everyday scenarios.
  • “put away”: This phrasal verb highlights how to discuss the act of storing things after use. It’s a practical expression that indicates tidiness and organization, which can be very useful in conversations about chores or daily routines.
  • “get dressed”: This simply constructed phrase shows how to describe preparing oneself, providing a clear example of a multi-word verb that conveys a very specific action.

Common Pronunciation Traps

While practicing with this video, learners might encounter a few pronunciation challenges. Pay special attention to these words and phrases:

  • “reluctantly”: The subtle stress on the second syllable can be tricky. Listen carefully to how the speaker pronounces it to ensure clarity in your own speech.
  • “freshen up”: This phrase is often pronounced quickly in casual speech. Make sure to practice it slowly first, then gradually increase your speed while keeping the clarity intact.
  • “calm down”: The “l” in calm tends to be silent, which can be confusing. Focus on enunciating “down” more distinctly after saying “calm” to avoid blending the words.
  • “everyday” vs. “every day”: Notice the difference in context and pronunciation. “Everyday” (adjective) describes something common or usual, while “every day” (adverbial phrase) indicates frequency.

By honing in on these expressions and sounds, learners can create a more robust understanding of conversational English. Engaging with this video not only enriches vocabulary but also gets you comfortable with natural speech patterns, aiding both your shadow speech practice and overall language proficiency.

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.

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