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Vocabulary and speaking notes for this lesson
This speaking lesson is built on the video “4 апреля 2021 г”. This video has 20 sentences and 131 words to shadow. The speech runs for 0:53. The speaker talks at a steady 147 words per minute, a comfortable pace for shadowing. 5 of its 20 sentences are questions, so it is good practice for question intonation and short answers.
Key vocabulary in this video
10 words from the video worth learning, with pronunciation and meaning:
| Word | Pronunciation | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| solve verb | /sɒlv/ | To find an answer or solution to a problem or question; to work out. |
| differently adverb | /ˈdɪf.ə.ɹənt.li/ | In a different way. |
| backup noun | /ˈbækˌʌp/ | A reserve or substitute. |
| rocky adjective | /ˈɹɑki/ | Abounding in, or full of, rocks; consisting of rocks. |
| straightforward adjective | /ˌstɹeɪtˈfɔː(ɹ)wə(ɹ)d/ | Proceeding in a straight course or manner; not deviating. |
| duel noun | /ˈdul/ | Arranged, regular combat between two private persons, often over a matter of honor. |
| waterfall noun | /ˈwɔːtəfɔːl/ | A flow of water over the edge of a cliff. |
| riddle noun | /ˈɹɪdəl/ | A verbal puzzle, mystery, or other problem of an intellectual nature. |
| suppose verb | /səˈpoʊz/ | To take for granted; to conclude, with less than absolute supporting data; to believe. |
| challenge noun | /ˈt͡ʃæl.ɪnd͡ʒ/ | An antagonization or instigation intended to convince a person to perform an action they otherwise would not. |
Pronunciation to watch
The speaker uses 4 contractions and reduced forms, such as gonna, I'd, we're. Say them the short way, as you hear them.
How to practise with this video
- Listen to the whole video once without speaking and note the words you do not know.
- Shadow it sentence by sentence at normal speed, repeating each one until your rhythm matches the speaker.
- Record yourself and compare with the original, paying attention to words like solve, differently, backup.
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.