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SPS Learn English.
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Speak English with confidence and live well in Australia.
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Hi, I'm Josipa and this episode is for you to practice your speaking skills.
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The phrases and vocabulary come from episode 95, Under the Stars.
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First, let's hear how Alan and Claire talk about the night sky.
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Wow, that view of the Milky Way is out of this world.
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Yeah, you can see the Southern Cross clear as day.
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Well, no. Oi, quick, catch that shooting star.
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Did you make a wish?
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Too slow, it's gone.
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What did you wish for?
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Actually, nah, don't tell me or it won't come true.
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Not saying.
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But it starts with winning and ends with lotto.
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Shooting for the moon, huh?
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Classic Claire.
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Alright, now it's your turn.
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Listen closely, repeat what you hear, and don't be shy.
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First, copy Claire when she speaks.
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Then, do the same after Alan.
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The best way to feel comfortable speaking English is to say the words out loud.
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The more you try, the easier it gets.
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Wow, that view of the Milky Way is out of this world.
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Yeah, you can see the Southern Cross clear as day.
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Well, night.
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Oi, quick, catch that shooting star.
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Did you make a wish?
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Too slow, it's gone.
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What did you wish for?
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Actually, nah, don't tell me or it won't come true.
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Not saying.
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But it starts with winning and ends with lotto?
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Shooting for the moon, huh?
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Classic Claire.
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Nice work, everyone.
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You've done a great job today.
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If there's anything you didn't understand, And you can always go back and listen to episode 95, Under the Stars.
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And remember, the learning notes and transcripts are on our website at sbs .com .au slash learn English.
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You can also follow SBS Learn English on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube for more tips and resources.
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Until next time, keep practicing and keep looking up at those stars.
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Bye!
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Vocabulary and speaking notes for this lesson
This B1 speaking lesson is built on the video “Bonus Practice: Under the stars”. The speaker keeps coming back to these words: star, English, Claire, shooting, wish. This video has 42 sentences and 319 words to shadow. The speech runs for 3:27. The speaker talks slowly, about 93 words per minute, so there is time to copy every sound. 88% of the words are among the 3,000 most common in English, so the vocabulary is easy to follow. 7 of its 42 sentences are questions, so it is good practice for question intonation and short answers.
Key vocabulary in this video
The 12 most advanced words in the video, with pronunciation and meaning:
| Word | Pronunciation | Meaning |
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| skill noun | /skɪl/ | A capacity to do something well; a technique, an ability, usually acquired or learned, as opposed to abilities that are regarded as innate. |
| resource noun | /ɹɪˈzɔːs/ | Something that one uses to achieve an objective, e.g. raw materials or personnel. |
| phrase noun | /ˈfɹeɪ̯z/ | A short written or spoken expression. |
| vocabulary noun | /vəˈkæb.jə.lə.ɹi/ | A usually alphabetized and explained collection of words e.g. of a particular field, or prepared for a specific purpose, often for learning. |
| transcript noun | /ˈtɹæn.skɹɪpt/ | Something which has been transcribed; a writing or composition consisting of the same words as the original; a written copy. |
| lotto noun | /ˈlɔtəʉ/ | a game of chance similar to bingo |
| comfortable adjective | /ˈkʌm(p)f.tə.bəl/ | Providing physical comfort and ease; agreeable. |
| confidence noun | /ˈkɑn.fɪ.dəns/ | Self-assurance. |
| tip noun | /tɪp/ | A gratuity; a small amount of money left for a bartender, waiter, taxi driver or other service worker as a token of appreciation, often calculated as a… |
| closely adverb | /ˈkləʊsliː/ | In a close manner. |
| loud adjective | /ˈlaʊ̯d/ | Of great intensity. |
| repeat verb | /ɹɪˈpiːt/ | To do or say again (and again). |
Phrasal verbs you will hear
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| go back verb | To return to a place or state after having been there at a previous time. |
Sentences worth repeating
Short, complete lines from the video that you can reuse in everyday conversation:
- Did you make a wish?
- What did you wish for?
- Alright, now it's your turn.
- You've done a great job today.
Pronunciation to watch
The speaker uses 8 contractions and reduced forms, such as don't, won't, didn't. Say them the short way, as you hear them.
How to practise with this video
- Listen to the whole video once without speaking and note the words you do not know.
- Shadow it sentence by sentence at normal speed, repeating each one until your rhythm matches the speaker.
- Record yourself and compare with the original, paying attention to words like skill, resource, phrase.
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.