Shadowing Practice: Chandler & Ross being ICONIC best friends - Learn English Speaking with YouTube
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Now what I'm gonna say to you,
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Now what I'm gonna say to you,
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I'm not saying it as your friend, okay?
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I'm saying it as Monica's older brother.
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But you're still my friend.
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Not for the next few minutes.
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During this time, are you still my best man?
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Nope.
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Do I still call you Ross?
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Okay.
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Stuff you like, stuff she likes, technique, stamina, girth.
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Girth?
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Why?
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Why?
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Why?
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Why?
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Why would they do this?
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How could you tell her?
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I had to, okay?
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We're getting married.
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Married couples can't keep secrets from one another.
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Oh, really?
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Well, I guess Monica should know about Atlantic City.
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Do-woo!
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What happened in Atlantic City?
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Well, Chandler and I are in a bar.
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Did you not hear me say, do-woo?
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Mr. Bing, there's no record of your reservation in the computer.
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Well, that's impossible.
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Can you check again, please?
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Check again, please.
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I'm sorry, it's not here.
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Not there.
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Peppert!
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Peppert!
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Shut up!
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Shut up!
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Shut up!
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Rachel says sharing's great and supposedly,
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you know, we ought to be doing it.
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Uh, do you want him?
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We're not gonna talk about girth, are we?
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No. If you ever hurt my little sister,
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if you ever cause her any unhappiness of any kind,
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I will hunt you down and kick your ass.
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What?
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I'm serious.
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Wow.
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Hey, stop staring at my wife's legs.
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No, no. Stop staring at your sister's legs.
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It's cool.
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You can post messages for people,
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let everyone know what you're up to.
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Oh, great.
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A faster way to tell people that I'm unemployed and childless.
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You know, you're fooling around with her,
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and you get all these,
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like, mental images in your brain,
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you know, like, uh, Elle McPherson or,
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uh, that girl at the Xerox place.
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With the belly button ring?
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Oh, my...
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And then all of a sudden,
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your mom pops into your head.
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And you're like, m-m-mom?
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Get out of here!
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You know, but of course,
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like, after that, you can't possibly think of anything else,
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and you can't, you know,
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stop what you're doing, so it's kind of like you're...
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You know.
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You know.
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You don't know.
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Mom?
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You're telling me about your mom?
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What is the matter with you?
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You said...
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I said share, not scare.
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I can't believe you two had sex in her dream.
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I'm sorry, it was a one-time thing.
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I was very drunk and it was someone else's subconscious.
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In college, Ross used to wear leg warmers.
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What?
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All right.
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Chandler entered a vanilla ice look-alike contest and won.
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Ross came in fourth and cried.
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Oh my god!
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Emma?
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Oh my god!
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Oh my god, it's Emily!
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Everyone, it's Emily!
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Everyone, shh shh shh shh!
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There he is!
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What?
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Hey!
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You're not getting away this time, mister!
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Unless you want that ass-kicking we talked about!
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What?
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I'm serious!
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You're not walking out on my sister!
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That's right, I'm not!
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Then where the hell have you been?
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I know about Monica.
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You know?
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What?
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Yeah, I heard you and Rachel talking.
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What?
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Talking about what?
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You don't know?
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No, what?
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If someone doesn't tell me what's going on right now!
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What, you lie-yah?
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What the hell are you doing?
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Dr. Paleontology, two kids.
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Wait a second, you split with Carol because you had different interests?
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I think you split with Carol because you had one very similar interest.
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Hold on.
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There's something different.
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I went to that tanning place your wife suggested.
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Was that place.. the sun?
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Yes.
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Wow, couples who live together do start to look alike.
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So...
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Mondler.
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Uh...
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Dan, we drove six hours all the way up here,
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and now you're telling me that we don't have a reservation?
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I don't know what to say.
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Seven more days.
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Just give us the cheapest room you have.
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Well, unfortunately, the only thing we have available is our deluxe suite.
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The rate is $600.
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That's insane.
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It was totally insane.
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Dude, let's drive home.
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We'll hit all the maple candy stores on the way back.
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And if they're closed, then maybe we'll tap the tree and make some ourselves.
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Does that room have a closet I can lock him in?
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I'm dead?
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And so young.
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Posting that I died?
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That really isn't funny.
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Well, how you died was funny.
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Oh, please, hit by a blimp.
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It kills over one Americans every year.
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Someone at work ate my sandwich.
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Well, what did the police say?
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Instead of taking one, um, I take six.
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Great.
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At $100 an apple, we're there.
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Come on, you get the idea.
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You know, we'll make our money back in no time.
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Dude, you're shaking.
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I think it's the sugar.
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Could you hold the apple?
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Hold the apple.
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Did you get Monica's authorization to move all of her stuff?
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Authorization?
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I don't need that.
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I'm gonna put everything back.
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Put it back exactly where you found it?
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Yes, I'm gonna put it back exactly where I found it.
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Chandler?
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Hey, did you find the cameras?
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No. Did you?
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Yes.
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That's why I'm under the table.
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Celebrating.
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For example, a hair dryer.
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No, no, no. But shampoos and conditioners.
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Oh, yes, yes, yes.
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Now the salt shaker is off limits, but the salt...
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I wish I'd thought this through.
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We did it.
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We're here.
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We are standing our ground.
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How long does a cup of coffee take?
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Would you come on?
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Come on!
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Thank you.
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Ah, here we go.
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I think we proved our point.
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You burned your mouth?
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Cannot feel my tongue.
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You gotta scare people off.
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I learned that living on the street.
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Really?
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So, what would you say, Phoebes?
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Stuff like, uh, keep your mitts off my grub.
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Say, Ross, when you picture Phoebe living on the street,
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is she surrounded by the entire cast of Annie?
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How about this?
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No, no, no, you can't take the remote control.
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Yes, but the battery is...
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Thank you, thank you very much.
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Let's celebrate with some maple candy.
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No!
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At least tell me where you hit it.
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I'm just thinking about your new bride at home, okay?
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Do you really want to start your life together by letting her down?
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Marriage advice?
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Really?
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I just want to get this straight.
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So we're strictly talking about the middle?
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Come on!
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Hey, hey, whoa, you want some of this, huh?
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You want a piece of this, huh?
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I'm standing here!
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Context & Background
The dialogue in this iconic scene between Chandler and Ross showcases the dynamics of close friendships blended with familial ties. Chandler, who is known for his sarcastic humor, is addressing serious concerns about relationships and trust as he prepares for marriage. Ross, on the other hand, represents the loyal and protective friend. This exchange illustrates the tension that can arise in close-knit friendships when romantic interests are involved, and highlights the comedic undertones typical of the show.
Top 5 Phrases for Daily Communication
- “Do I still call you Ross?” - This emphasizes the playful nature of their friendship, perfect for casual conversations.
- “Sharing's great.” - A great phrase to introduce the concept of sharing feelings or responsibilities in a relationship.
- “If you ever hurt my little sister…” - This line can be adapted to express protective sentiments in friendships or family.
- “How could you tell her?” - Useful for situations where secrets or surprises are involved.
- “Shut up!” - A humorous way to interrupt or express disbelief, common in everyday interactions.
Step-by-step Shadowing Guide
To effectively use this scene for your English practice through shadowing, follow these steps:
- Choose a Shadowing App: Find a shadowing app that suits your style. This allows you to listen and mimic the conversation effectively.
- Listen and Repeat: Start with a short segment of the dialogue. Use the shadow speak technique by listening closely to Chandler and Ross’s intonation and rhythm.
- Break it Down: Focus on challenging phrases first, like “girth” or “Do-woo!” Repeat each until you feel comfortable.
- Practice with Variations: After mastering the original dialogue, try creating variations of phrases to practice flexibility in conversation. Change contexts or subjects while using learned phrases.
- Record Yourself: Use the shadowspeaks method to compare your speech with the original. Listen critically to areas for improvement.
By incorporating these techniques into your English learning routine, you can enhance your speaking skills while enjoying iconic moments from your favorite shows. Don’t underestimate the power of humor and friendship in language learning!
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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