Shadowing Practice: 390 - Learn English Speaking with Video

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In today's lesson we will look at different letter combinations that make a new sound.
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So in this pronunciation chart, we will look at two letter combinations. which are called digraphs.
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and three letter combinations which are called Try graphs.
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The first diagraph is
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A i and when those two letters come together they make the sound a like in the word Okay.
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A. Mmm.
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A -N -N -N -N -N -N -N -N -N -N
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-N -N -N -N -N -N -N -N -N -N -N -N - campaign or in the word - C.
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uh Hmm.
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/l / /æ / /n / /t / Complaint.
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The next diagraph is double E and when those two E's are next to each other they make the sound E.
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like in the word uh r e m uh nt.
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agreement, or in the word e -m -p.
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"Oie employee"
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The next diagraph is O -A and when those two letters are next to each other they make the sound O.
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O.
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liking the word a Huh.
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approach, approach.
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or in the word.
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coach, coach.
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The next diagraph is OI and when those two letters are next to each other they make the sound Oi.
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like in the word E n v oi s invoice or in the word 'uh'.
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Bye.
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point.
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appoint Next, we've got the trigraph.
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and this trigraph is A -I -R and
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when those three letters are next to each other they make the new sound ee like in the word 'tch'.
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chairman or in the word e p.
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airport The next tie graph is EAR and when these three letters are next to each other they make the sound ear.
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like in the word Y.
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ear or ear yearly or in the word /ɛ /, /hɛ /, /hɛ /, /ɛ /, /ɛ /, /ɛ /, /ɛ /, /ɛ /, /ɛ /, /ɛ /,
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/ɛ /, /� The next diagraph is 'OW' and when those two letters are next to each other,
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they make the sound 'ow' like in the word 'ow' d -ow -m -l -o -d.
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download, or in the word, Oh, m, t.
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'ow' 'n' 'hometown' The next diagraph is AR and this diagraph makes the sound "A" Like in the word,
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m, a, k.
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it market or in the word art.
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partner Next diagraph is AY and when these two letters are next to each other they make the sound AY.
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like in the word payment or in the word railway, railway.
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The next diagraph is OU.
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And when those two letters are next to each other, they make the sound ow like in the word a ck out
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'uh' 'nt' 'accountant' or in the word 'uh' 'n' 'ow' 'n' 's' 'm' 'uh' 'nt' 'announcement'
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The next diagraph is 'ew' and this diagraph makes the sound 'ew'.
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like in the word 'n -e -w -s -p'.
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A.
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a newspaper or in the word sh, ew, shoo.
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C and H make the diagraph /t /.
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like in a word check.
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check or in the word a
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"C" "E" "V" "C" "E" "V" "C" "E" "V" "C" "E" "V" "C" "E" "V" "C" "E" m -uh -n -t achievement.
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Thank you.
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Next we have 'I -R' and this diagraph makes the sound 'er'
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like in the word virtual virtual or firm firm
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Next, we have the double O digraph and there is two different ways this digraph can be pronounced.
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There is the long way which is the O sound and a short sound which is the U sound.
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We start with the long sound who like in the word, Huh?
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U -t.
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boot.
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or in the word Okay.
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classroom Thank you.
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Next is the 'uh' diagraph, like in the word 'k' B C.
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cook, or in the word, overlook, overlook.
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Thank you.
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Next, we've got 'igh'.
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This is a trigraph and it makes the sound 'i' like in the word h -i -l -ite, highlight.
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or in the word overnight overnight Next,
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we've got the diagraph 'ow' and this diagraph makes the sound 'ow' like in the word out
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out downtown or in the word kuh.
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/r / /ow / /d / crowd The next diagraph is 'o r' and this diagraph makes the sound 'o r'.
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'or' like in the word 'organisation' 'organisation'
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or in the word 'p ought' 't' 't' 't' 't' 't'
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't' 't' 't' 't' 't' 't' 't' 't' 't' 't' 't'
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't' 't' 't' 't' 't' 't' 't' 't' 't' 't' 't'
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't' 't' 't' 't' 't' 't' 't' 't' 't' 't' 't' 't' 't' 't' 't' 't' 't' 't' 't' 't' '
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portfolio Next, we have the diagraph 'you are' and this diagraph makes the sound 'er' like in the word surface,
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surface, or in the word tt, turn.
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The next trigraph is U -R -E and this trigraph makes the sound 'your' like in the word 'puh'.
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'you're pure', or in the word,
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your cure 'E -R' is a diagraph that makes the sound 'er'
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like in the word manager or in the word customer.
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The next diagraph is SH and those two letters together make the sound SH.
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like in the word shh, ehh, Share.
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Oh, in the word shipment.
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Shipment.
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The next diagraph is 'th' and there is two different pronunciations for the 'th' diagraph.
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The first way 'th' can be pronounced is voiceless and it sounds like this.
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like in the word,
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thesis or in the word F -e -r -p.
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e therapy The other way the 'th' diagraph can be pronounced is: voiced and it sounds like this Mmh.
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like in the word 'thees' or in the word 'f -o -theer' 'pother'
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The next diagraph is PH and when PH are next to each other they make the sound /f/.
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Like in the word f -a -m -a -s -e.
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pharmacy or in the word telephone telephone Thank you.
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And our last trigraph is DGE and this trigraph makes the sound G like in the word
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bridge or in the word knowledge.
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Yeah.
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You might have noticed that the AI and the AY digraphs Make the same sound.
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A. They just have a different spelling.
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and also the digraphs "ir" You are and er those three digraphs make the sound er.
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that they are spelt differently.
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See you in the next lesson!
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Bye.
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About This Lesson

In today's lesson, you will focus on pronunciation by exploring different letter combinations known as digraphs and trigraphs. Understanding these letter combinations is essential as they create unique sounds that can significantly improve your English pronunciation. In this session, you will practice making sounds like /a/, /e/, /ow/, and /ai/, as seen in words like "campaign," "agreement," "hometown," and more. This targeted practice not only enhances your spoken English but also helps you become more confident in your speaking abilities. By utilizing shadow speech techniques with this lesson, you can effectively learn English with YouTube videos to mimic native pronunciation and intonation.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • Digraph: A combination of two letters that create a single sound, such as "ai" in "campaign."
  • Trigraph: A combination of three letters producing one sound, like "air" in "chairman."
  • Pronunciation: The way in which a word is pronounced.
  • Sound combinations: The unique sounds created when certain letters are placed together, such as "ou" in "accountant."
  • Mimic: To imitate or replicate the sound of another speaker.
  • Shadowing: A language learning technique where learners repeat what they hear in real-time.
  • Coach: To train or instruct in a particular skill, in this case, pronunciation skills.
  • Yearly: Happening every year; an example word to practice sounds.

Practice Tips

To maximize your learning experience, incorporating shadowing techniques is highly beneficial. Begin by playing the video at a rate that feels comfortable for you. As you listen, focus on the clarity of each sound produced by the speaker. Then, try to repeat immediately after, attempting to match their rhythm and intonation as closely as possible. This method, known as shadowspeak, can be particularly effective. It allows you to improve your English pronunciation and reinforce your learning by practicing with authentic examples.

Remember to pay attention to how the speaker forms their mouth and articulates each sound. This visual aspect can greatly aid your understanding. You may also wish to pause the video after key phrases to repeat and practice them at your own speed, gradually increasing your pace as you gain confidence. Over time, this consistent practice will lead to significant improvements in your ability to communicate naturally and effectively in English.

Grammar in this video

The structures the speaker uses most, with the exact words from the video:

StructureIn the video
Passive voice be + past participle — the focus is on what happens, not who does itare called · can be pronounced
Relative clauses who / which + clause — extra information about a person or thingcombinations which are · way which is
Future with “will” will + verb — a decision, promise or predictionwill look

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.

Shadowing technique: read the full step-by-step guide →