Shadowing Practice: تعلم الانجليزية من الافلام - فلم علاء الدين الجزء الاول - Learn English Speaking with Video

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I can't believe...
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What?
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I can't believe we did that.
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That I did that.
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That we're alive.
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The chase.
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Abu, tea?
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Junkie.
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The buildings.
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Incredible.
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Tea?
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Thank you.
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And thank you for getting me out of there.
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Aladdin, isn't it?
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Uh, you're welcome.
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I'm...
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I'm Dahlia.
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Dahlia.
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From the palace.
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How could you tell?
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Well, only someone from the palace could afford a bracelet like that.
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And that silk lining is imported too.
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It comes from the merchant boat straight to the palace.
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But not to servants.
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At least not most servants, which means you are a handmaid to the princess.
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Impressive.
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You think that's impressive?
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You should see the city from up there.
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Agrabah.
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It's so beautiful.
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I should get out more.
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You should tell the princess to get out more.
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The people haven't seen her in years.
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They won't let her.
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Ever since my...
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the queen was killed, the sultan's been afraid, so she's kept locked away.
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because everyone's been afraid since then.
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But the people of Agrabah had nothing to do with that.
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The people loved her.
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They did, didn't they? Is this yours?
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It's kind of borrowed.
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My mother taught me that song.
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Mine too.
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That's all I remember of her.
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And what about your father?
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I lost them both when I was young.
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Been on my own ever since.
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It's all right, it's just...
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What?
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It's a little sad.
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Having a monkey is the only parental authority in your life.
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We get by.
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Every day I just...
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think things will be different, but it never seems to change.
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Just sometimes I feel like I'm...
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Trapped.
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Like you can't escape what you were born into?
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Yes.
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Hmm.
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I have to get back to the palace.
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Uh, now?
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Just another prince coming to court the princess.
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Yes, and I have to get her ready.
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Oh, do you have my bracelet?
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Sure.
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I'm sure I could put it in here somewhere.
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Abu, did you take it?
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That was my mother's bracelet.
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Yes, it's beautiful.
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You are a thief.
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No, no, yes, but...
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I'm so naive.
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Excuse me.
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Wait, wait, wait, it's not like that.
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Here's the way!
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Oh, no, we'll get it!
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Street rat, get out of the way.
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Who do you think you're calling a street rat?
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Are you talking back to me?
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You are born worthless and you will die worthless.
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And only your fleas will mourn you.
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Come on, everyone.
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Let's go home.

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Why This Video Clip Is Perfect for English Speaking Practice

If you’re looking to learn English with YouTube, this conversation from *Aladdin* is a goldmine. The dialogue feels natural—like real people talking, not scripted lines. It’s full of short, relatable phrases, pauses, and emotional tone, making it ideal for IELTS speaking practice or everyday fluency. The mix of casual questions (“Tea?”) and deeper moments (“That’s all I remember of her”) lets you practice both small talk and meaningful conversation, which is key for sounding authentic.

Breaking Down the Dialogue: What Makes It Sound Natural

Let’s look at a few lines to see why they work. First, “I can’t believe we did that. That I did that. That we’re alive.” The repetition of “that” mimics how people think aloud—we often repeat words when processing strong emotions. Next, “How could you tell?” is a common, conversational way to ask someone to explain their observation, much more natural than “How did you know?” Then, “It’s kind of borrowed.” The phrase “kind of” softens the statement, making it sound less direct and more like real speech. Finally, “It’s a little sad.” Short, simple, and full of understatement—exactly how we express emotions in casual talks.

A Simple Practice Routine for Shadowing

To make the most of this clip, try a shadowing routine. Start by watching the video once to understand the story. Then, play a 2-3 second clip, pause, and repeat it immediately—copying the tone, speed, and pauses. Record yourself doing this; comparing your recording to the video helps you notice gaps in intonation or rhythm. Focus on phrases like “You should tell the princess to get out more” or “Been on my own ever since”—these are common structures that show up in IELTS speaking tests. Do this daily for 10 minutes, and you’ll start to feel more comfortable with natural English flow. For extra practice, use a shadowing site to slow down the audio if needed—this helps you catch tricky sounds. Remember, the goal is to *imitate* the speaker, not just repeat words. Over time, this will make your speaking sound more fluent and confident.

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 itis imported · was killed · were born
Present perfect have/has + past participle — a past action that still matters nowhaven't seen · sultan's been · everyone's been
Advice with “should” should + verb — saying what is a good ideashould see · should get · should tell
Future with “will” will + verb — a decision, promise or predictionwon't let · will be · we'll get

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 →