Shadowing Practice: Billy Go’s Beginner Korean Course | #1: Course Introduction - Learn English Speaking with Video
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About This Lesson
In this introductory Korean course lesson, learners will embark on an exciting journey into the fundamentals of the Korean language. While you won't achieve full fluency immediately, by the end of this course, you'll have the essential skills to read and write in Hangeul, introduce yourself, express your preferences, ask questions, and describe people, places, and things. Additionally, you’ll learn how to handle basic conversational topics including telling time and discussing dates, all while gaining insights into Korean customs and culture. This structured approach can help you reach an A1 or A2 proficiency level on the CEFR scale, making it an excellent starting point for learners looking to expand their language capabilities.
Key Vocabulary & Phrases
- Korean Alphabet: Hangeul
- Introduce: Self-introduction
- Express Likes/Dislikes: Sharing preferences
- Asking Questions: Gaining information
- Making Requests: Requesting items or help
- Describe: Talking about topics
- Telling Time: Discussing schedules and timing
- Culture: Understanding traditions
Practice Tips
To make the most of this lesson and improve your English speaking practice, consider utilizing the shadowing technique, a powerful method particularly beneficial for enhancing pronunciation and fluency. As you watch Billy's video, try to shadow speech by mimicking his tone and rhythm. His speaking style is friendly and conversational, making it easier to emulate. Remember to adjust the playback speed to match your comfort level; if necessary, play the video at a slower pace initially to catch every detail, then gradually increase the speed to mirror his natural speaking rhythm as you gain confidence.
During your practice sessions, focus on clarity and intonation while repeating after Billy. Don’t rush—take your time and pause whenever needed, allowing yourself to absorb each lesson fully. By pausing to practice each segment, you facilitate deeper learning and retention, which is crucial for your IELTS speaking practice as well. Furthermore, don't hesitate to return to topics that feel challenging, even if they seem familiar. Mastery often lies in revisiting content, ensuring you build a strong foundation for your Korean language skills.
Grammar in this video
The structures the speaker uses most, with the exact words from the video:
| Structure | In the video |
|---|---|
| Future with “going to” be going to + verb — a plan or something you can see coming | you're going to be · you're not going to be · You're also going to be |
| Future with “will” will + verb — a decision, promise or prediction | will definitely learn · we'll even be · will get |
| Present continuous am/is/are + -ing — something happening right now or around now | you're probably wondering · is doing · is taking |
| Obligation: must / have to / need to saying that something is necessary | have to finish · have to move · have to sleep |
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.