Shadowing Practice: Advanced Pronunciation - Day 21 - Did you get the job - Learn English Speaking with Video

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Unit 34D.
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Dialogue.
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Did you get the job?
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Did you call about the job? Which job?
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The job managing the travel agency.
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Oh, that job.
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Yes, I did.
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What did you find out?
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They want someone who graduated from college.
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Well, you just graduated in June.
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They're looking for someone who majored in business management.
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Didn't you major in management before you changed your major to psychology?
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Actually, I didn't change majors.
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I had a double major.
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I majored in management and psychology.
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If you get the job, would you arrange travel for individuals, or would you just do group tour packages?
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"Oh, I'd make all kinds of travel arrangements." They want someone who's energetic and enjoys challenges.
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Anyone who majors in two subjects enjoys a challenge.
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And they want someone with a knowledge of foreign languages.
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You speak Japanese, don't you?
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Yes, and a little German.
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So, Did you arrange for an interview?
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Yes, for July 6th.
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July 6th.
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Are you joking?
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That was yesterday.
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I'm not joking.
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I had the interview and I got the job.
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Hey, congratulations!
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Why didn't you tell me?

About This Lesson

In this lesson, learners will delve into the intricacies of conversational English through a dialogue centered around a job interview. This engaging dialogue not only highlights key phrases but also provides an authentic context that mirrors real-life situations. By practicing the dialogue, learners will enhance their understanding of employment-related vocabulary and expression in English, allowing them to articulate their experiences confidently and effectively. Whether preparing for IELTS speaking practice or aiming to improve English pronunciation in everyday conversations, this lesson is an excellent way to shadow speak naturally.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • Did you get the job? - A common inquiry regarding job applications.
  • Manage a travel agency - Refers to the responsibilities involved in overseeing a travel-related business.
  • Graduated from college - Indicates completing higher education, an important aspect in job applications.
  • Business management - A major that emphasizes skills necessary for managing businesses.
  • Double major - Studying two subjects at the same time to earn a degree in both.
  • Travel arrangements - Refers to planning details for trips, essential for roles in travel services.
  • Energetic and enjoys challenges - Qualities frequently sought by employers.
  • Knowledge of foreign languages - An increasingly valuable skill in many job markets.

Practice Tips

To effectively use this dialogue for English speaking practice, consider implementing shadowing techniques. Shadowing involves listening to the dialogue, pausing, and then repeating it aloud to mimic the rhythm and tone of the speakers. Given the natural speed and casual tone of this conversation, learners should aim to:

  • Listen carefully to the intonation and emphasis placed on different words and phrases.
  • Start by repeating short segments, gradually increasing to longer sections of the dialogue to maintain comprehension.
  • Record yourself while shadow speaking to assess pronunciation and clarity, which can help you identify areas for improvement.
  • Focus on blending words together as they do in the dialogue; this will greatly enhance your improve English pronunciation skills.
  • Incorporate the new vocabulary into your speaking practice, creating your own sentences about job applications or interviews.

By consistently practicing with this dialogue, you will find that your confidence and fluency in speaking English will greatly increase, making it a valuable resource for anyone aspiring to excel in English communication.

Grammar in this video

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

StructureIn the video
Relative clauses who / which + clause — extra information about a person or thingsomeone who graduated · someone who majored · Anyone who majors
Present continuous am/is/are + -ing — something happening right now or around nowThey're looking · I'm not joking

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 →