Shadowing Practice: Buying Used Things - Learn English Speaking with Video

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I think buying used things is pretty great Often times I'm not one to really care If something is brand new as long as it still functions As well as, or close to something that is new One man's trash is another man's Used, Trash.
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I know everyone worries about being scammed Or attacked but honestly most of my experiences with buying used things from strangers ( : Have gone pretty smoothly.
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Except This One.
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And another one that I'll save for another time I mean, If someone's trying to sell you a desk but they don't have any pictures of it Then I don't know? Don't risk it!
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When I moved out from my parent's house, I left a Playstation 3 behind Because it technically belonged to my sister.
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But I owned a lot of the games Which I brought with me And by the time I moved out the only PS3's for sale Were used ones So I figured I check Kijiji Which is an online classified ad service Basically the Canadian version of Craig's List Even though we have, also have Craig's List here But Kijiji is better.
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I actually bought my wii the same way a few years earlier And the dude happened to be a fan So I searched for playstation 3 and checked out what was available I came across one for $230 which came with 2 controllers and like over 20 games Most of which where like Fifa 2011 to 2069... I don't know I don't really care much for them and so I thought I try haggling Hi is this still available and if so could we negotiate on the price?
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I'll think about it How does 200 sound?
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215 Mh ok. I'll wait a bit And then I tried the third party tactic Hm well I'm looking at another seller and they're giving theirs for 200 Which was actually true, but they didn't have an extra controller and not over 20 games That's why I'm trying to haggle for this one 200 is good Ho ho ho ho ho - gottem!
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Awesome! Actually I changed my mind $225 What the hell, how did you go from $230 to $215 to my negotiated price of $200 and then.. back higher to $225?
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This person did not know how to haggle Unless..
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He saw through my bluff But either way that counter offer didn't make sense No deal.
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Alright nevermind OK So I continued looking at other ads and offers and then about an hour later He messages me again You sure $215 isn't good?
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Wha.. OK at this point I'm thinking he might be getting a little desperate, so I continued to play hard-to-get No OK I'll do $200 if you pick it up today What is going on.. okay... I thought I was definitely dealing with a kid.
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But hey, we finally agreed on a price.
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Alright where can I meet you?
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248 Shimmer Street When can you come?
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eeh Is 9 ok?
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A bit earlier maybe 8?
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OK see you then.
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OK Do you want to see it working?
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Yeah sure So i head there later that night and 248 Shimmer street actually has two apartment buildings A and B I texted him and asked which one it is Uh... it should be A should be?
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SHOULD BE? I don't want to know what your building should be as if it's dependant on unknown factors I need to know your definitive location, so I can safely make this transaction I was getting a bit nervous A part of me thought I was getting get mugged, but then thought this probably is just a kid who is just not responsible enough to know his own address I go inside building A I texted him saying I'm at the ground floor and he replies that he's on his way down 5 minutes past.. nothing After 10 minutes I get a text I don't see you?
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This dumbass.. I don't see him either meaning he is probably in building B So I head on over and go inside I.. I still don't see him And I'm expecting that kidney extracting shank in my body any second now I'm in building B I don't see you either...
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no I'm in A W-What?
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Was I blind? Was he blind?
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Where are my kidneys.. OK still there.
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I head back to building A OK I'm here I don't get a reply but after 5 minutes of waiting, he finally appears It's a middle aged man I'm gonna die.
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Are you Cain with the PS3?
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Yes yes. We will head upstairs to test it We get to his apartment and he opens the door Inside is a kid setting up the PS3 Cain, hurry up Wha.. huh? I thought you were Cain? But you're also Ca..
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My-My kidneys Kid-Cain finally set up the PS3, tries to turn it on.. nothing happens He tries again.. still nothing Big Cain, which i assume to be his dad started getting a little irritated I thought you said it worked, what's going on?
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Dude that's my line The tension was THIC with only one c because that's all that could fit With the amount of tension in the room Kid-Cain shuffles around behind the TV Tries one more time And it finally works Both he and I let out a relieved sigh Honestly at this point, I didn't even care if it worked I just wanted to get out alive In ONE piece I said, cool Kid Cain packs up the ps3 Puts it in a bag And hands it over to me I hand him the 200 dollars that we agreed upon, and hope papa Cain was also aware of and approved His dad takes it from him, counts it, then nods Okay, thank you Yeah you're we- Uh hee um pth uhh tsk- Thanks!
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And I leave ALIVE Relieved kermit's face Worth it :) Hey-o guys!
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Why practice speaking with this video?

Practicing your English speaking skills by using this video about buying used items can greatly enhance your conversational abilities. The speaker shares a personal story filled with humor and real-life scenarios, providing an engaging context for learning. By shadowing the speaker, you can not only improve your pronunciation and fluency but also get a feel for how to handle negotiations and casual conversations in English. This allows you to navigate similar situations in real life, enhancing your English speaking practice and preparing you for potential IELTS speaking practice topics related to commerce and negotiation.

Grammar & Expressions in Context

Here are some key expressions and grammatical structures used in the video that can be beneficial for English learners:

  • “One man’s trash is another man’s treasure.” - This idiom is used to convey that what is worthless to one person may hold value for another. It's great for expressing differing opinions in conversations.
  • “Can we negotiate on the price?” - This phrase is essential for any discussion involving bargaining, a common scenario in buying used items. It helps in practicing polite inquiries and negotiations.
  • “I thought I was getting mugged.” - Incorporating humor and exaggeration in storytelling can help make your speaking more lively and relatable. It showcases the use of simple past tense effectively.
  • “Where are my kidneys?” - A humorous expression reflecting worry or concern; using such phrases can make your conversations more engaging and show a good grasp of informal English.

Common Pronunciation Traps

While practicing, pay attention to some of the tricky pronunciations found in the video:

  • “Kijiji” - This Canadian online marketplace name may be unfamiliar and tricky to pronounce. Pay attention to how it rolls off the tongue.
  • “Haggle” - The pronunciation of this term, which means to negotiate for a better price, might be challenging. Emphasizing the first syllable can help clarify it.
  • “Desperately” and “definitive” - These words can trip up learners due to their syllable structure. Practice them in sentences to improve your fluency and ensure clear communication.

By focusing on these elements, you can enhance your shadowspeak abilities and build your confidence in practical English speaking situations. Whether you're preparing for IELTS speaking practice or just looking to improve your English speaking practice, engaging with real-life content like this video is invaluable.

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.