Shadowing Practice: At the Airport - Learn English Speaking with YouTube

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Hello, may I see your passport please?
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Hello, may I see your passport please?
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Here you go.
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Thank you.
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And where are you flying with us today?
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I'm going to London.
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I'll be studying there for a year.
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How fun!
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That sounds like a great trip.
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I see your information right here.
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Are you checking any bags today?
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Yes.
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Just one.
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Perfect.
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If you could place it on the scale for me,
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that would be great.
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Here you go.
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Thank you.
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Hmm, it appears your bag is just a bit too heavy.
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It is over our wait requirement.
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Perhaps you could take something out of your bag and put it in your carry-on bag.
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Yes, I'll take this big book out of the bag.
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No problem.
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Great.
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Now your bag is ready to be checked.
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And I see you've chosen a window seat.
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Is that still okay for you?
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I think so.
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I've never flown before, so I thought it would be nice to look out at the clouds.
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Do you think it will be a good seat for me?
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This is your first flight?
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Well, that's fantastic.
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You're going to love it.
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And yes, I think the window seat is an excellent choice for you then.
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Let me print your boarding pass and you'll be ready to go.
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Okay.
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Here it is.
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You're all set.
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Thanks.
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You're going to depart from Terminal C, Gate 54.
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When do I need to be there?
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You should get to your gate about one hour before departure.
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And how do I get to the gate?
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You will turn left at the coffee shop.
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Security will be directly in front of you.
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Once you're finished clearing security,
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follow the signs to gate 54.
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It will be on your right.
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Thank you so much for your help.
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You're very welcome.
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Enjoy your flight!
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Passport and boarding pass, please.
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Here you go.
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Thank you.
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You can go on through.
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Sir, you need to remove your coat and your belt.
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My coat and my belt?
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Yes, and your shoes.
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My shoes, too?
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Yes, please.
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You can place them in this bin.
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You need to empty your pockets and put those items in the bin as well.
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Do you have any liquids in your bag?
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I do.
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I have a water bottle and some hand lotion.
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You'll need to take those out.
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The water bottle is too big.
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You can either drink it right now or throw it away.
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I'll just throw it out.
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The hand lotion is fine because it is in a small container.
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You need to put it in a plastic bag though.
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Do you have a bag that I could use?
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I have never flown before and I didn't bring one.
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Sure, we have extra bags right here.
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Thank you.
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Do you have a laptop in your bag?
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I do.
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I'll need you to remove it as well and place it in a bin.
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Please put your bag on the conveyor belt.
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Now please step through the scanner.
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What's wrong?
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Please step to the side.
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Stretch out your arms.
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I'm going to scan your body.
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Are you wearing any jewelry?
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Oh yeah, I think my necklace triggered the alarm.
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Sorry about that.
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All right, you're all clear.
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You can pick up your items from the scanner and you can head to your gate.
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Have a great flight!
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Thanks!
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United Airlines Flight 803 to London is now boarding.
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Please have your boarding pass and identification ready for boarding.
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Excuse me, miss?
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Yes?
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My window shade is broken,
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and I cannot open it to see out the window.
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Would it be possible to switch seats so I can have a window with a view?
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This is my first flight,
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and I want to be able to see everything.
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Of course!
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Let's move you to row 38, seat B.
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You'll be able to see out from that window.
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Thank you.
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Could you tell me how long this flight will take?
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We should be in the air for about six hours.
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Okay.
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Thank you.
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You're very welcome.
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Would you like something to drink?
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What do you have?
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We serve coffee, tea, and soda I'll have coffee with cream,
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please Here you go And would you like something to eat?
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That would be great What do you have?
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We have a turkey sandwich,
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a chicken salad, or a vegetarian pasta.
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Hmm, I think I'll have the turkey sandwich.
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Thank you.
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Excuse me, can you please tell me where I pick up my bag?
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I checked one bag on my flight here.
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Yes, what was your flight number?
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I was on flight 803.
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I see.
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It looks like your bag will be arriving on carousel 4.
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And how do I get there?
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It's right around the corner.
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You'll see the number 4 on top and it should list your flight number as well.
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Your bag should be arriving soon.
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Great.
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Thank you.
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You're welcome.
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Passport, please.
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Here you go.
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Thank you.
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And what is the purpose of your visit?
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I'm going to be studying here at the local university.
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And for how long will you be staying?
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I'll be here one year,
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until May 26th of next year.
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And where will you be staying?
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My address will be 473 East Town Street, Apartment 3C.
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It's in London.
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Do you have anything to declare?
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No, I don't.
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You're all set.
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Enjoy your stay.
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Thank you.
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About This Lesson

In this lesson, you will immerse yourself in a realistic airport dialogue, helping you enhance your English speaking practice skills. The dialogue features a conversation between a passenger and a check-in attendant, where they discuss important travel details such as checking in luggage, choosing a seat, and navigating the airport. By practicing this dialogue, you will gain confidence in handling similar real-life situations and improve your overall fluency.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • Passport - A document needed for international travel.
  • Checked bag - A suitcase that you give to the airline to store during the flight.
  • Carry-on bag - A small bag that you bring with you on the plane.
  • Boarding pass - A document that allows you to enter the aircraft.
  • Terminal - The area in the airport where passengers check in and board flights.
  • Gate - The specific location in the terminal where you board your flight.
  • Security - The area where passengers and bags are screened before entering the boarding area.
  • Departure - When the flight leaves the airport.

Practice Tips

To effectively improve your speaking and listening skills, consider using the shadowing technique while practicing this lesson. This technique involves mimicking the speech of the speakers in the video. Begin by playing a short segment of the dialogue, pausing after each sentence or phrase. Try to repeat what you hear right after, focusing on pronunciation, intonation, and rhythm.

When applying this method, pay attention to the speed and tone of the speakers. Since the conversation is friendly and straightforward, it’s a great model for practicing everyday English speech. Feel free to slow down the video if needed, then gradually increase the playback speed as you become more comfortable. This way, you'll develop your ability to handle rapid conversations in real-life scenarios, which is essential for effective communication.

As you practice, remember to also engage with the shadow speech technique by recording yourself as you repeat the phrases. Compare your pronunciation with the original audio. This reflective practice will help you identify areas for improvement and enhance your overall speaking capabilities. For even more resources, explore various shadowspeaks content, which can guide you in your shadowing journey.

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.

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