Shadowing Practice: Arcane | The Scientist - Learn English Speaking with Video

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I thought maybe you could love me like you used to.
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Even though I'm different. But you change too.
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So, here's to the new us.
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Yes.
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Hi?
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It's me, brother.
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and ask me your questions Oh,
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let's go back to the start Running in circles,
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commenting tails, heads on the sides apart Nobody said it was easy
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It's such a shame for us to part Nobody said it was easy
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No one ever said it would be this hard I grew up knowing I'm less than them.
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Do you think it was my life's ambition to be an assistant?
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We shared a vision, Vanda.
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I cannot tell more than that, and I'm willing to fight for it.
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Why?
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Why did you do this?
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Why do all this?
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They were saving me.
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In the pursuit of great...
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We failed to be good.
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It's me.
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I'm sorry.
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Don't tell me you love me I told you to stay away!
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Oh, it's such a shame for us to part
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I know
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that you want to hear the total sense for what they've
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done to us No one ever said it would be so hard But who are you willing to lose?
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I'm going back to the start Please Oh,
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no, it makes sense now, brother.
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Why does anyone want to be next?
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I used to you unspeakably.
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Because you weakened me.
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Is there anything so undying?
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Is it Ota? For love.
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My sister is gone.
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How does gone by?
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There's only a chase now.
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My partner died in this room.
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There's no good version of me.
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What I did to you...
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I can't erase our mistakes.
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I've never forgiven myself.
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Hating you?
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Who decides who gets a second chance of hate myself?
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You are my brother.
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I thought I could bring an end to the rough suffering.
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But when every equation was solved...
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All that remained were fields of dreamless solitude.
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Killing is a cycle.
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One that started long before Vanda and me, and that will continue long after the two of you.
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There is no prize to perfection, only an end to pursuit.
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No matter what happened in the past, It's never too late to build something new.
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I think the cycle will end when you find the will to walk away.
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Thank you.

Why practice speaking with this video?

This video, featuring poignant dialogues from "Arcane | The Scientist," is an excellent resource for English learners seeking to enhance their speaking skills. The emotional tone and depth of conversation present a unique opportunity to practice shadow speak—a method where learners imitate native speakers to improve fluency and pronunciation. Engaging with the dialogue helps learners understand the nuances of tone, stress, and rhythm in spoken English.

Additionally, practicing with this video facilitates a deeper connection to expressive language use, which is especially beneficial for IELTS speaking practice. Advanced learners can utilize these real-life conversations to prepare for interview scenarios and expressive speech, as they mimic conversations that resonate with genuine human emotions.

Grammar & Expressions in Context

Here are a few key structures used by the speakers that can enhance your understanding and application of English:

  • “Nobody said it was easy” - This phrase illustrates the use of general statements in English, emphasizing that challenges are universally understood but not easily navigated.
  • “I cannot tell more than that” - This structure is useful in conversational English to indicate limitations in what one can share, helping to create suspense or hint at secrets.
  • “It’s such a shame for us to part” - The expression conveys regret and sadness, highlighting the emotional weight of separation and can be used to express sympathy in various contexts.
  • “Who decides who gets a second chance?” - This rhetorical question draws attention to moral dilemmas and can be employed in discussions about fairness and choices in both personal and academic contexts.

By analyzing these expressions, learners can incorporate them into their own speaking, enhancing their shadow speech practice.

Common Pronunciation Traps

While practicing with this video, watch out for the following tricky words and expressions as you shadow the speakers:

  • “suffering” - The ‘-ing’ sound can be challenging for non-native speakers; ensure clarity in articulation.
  • “pursuit” - The 'suit' consonant blend can be tricky, so practice it to achieve a smooth, flowing pronunciation.
  • “ambition” - The stress on the second syllable (‘-bi’) may be a common mispronunciation point; aim for clarity in syllable emphasis.
  • The use of contractions such as “it’s” instead of “it is” can lead to differences in casual versus formal speaking. Practice recognizing and using these in context.

Using a shadowing app can help practice these tricky phrases effectively. Regularly shadowing will also enable you to break free from common pronunciation pitfalls and elevate your English speaking 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.