Shadowing Practice: Daily Routine | English Podcast | Slow & Easy English for Beginners | A1-B2 | 5-Min Dictation - Learn English Speaking with YouTube

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Hello everyone.
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Welcome to English 15 minutes.
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I am so happy you are here today.
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This is a special podcast for English beginners.
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Is your English difficult?
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Don't worry.
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Today, we will practice together for 15 minutes.
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We will talk about a very simple topic, my daily routine.
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I will speak very slowly.
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I will repeat important words.
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Please listen carefully.
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Are you ready?
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Let's start our journey.
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Every morning, my day starts at 6 a.m., I hear my alarm clock.
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Ring, ring, ring.
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At 6 a.m., I open my eyes.
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I am in my bed.
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The bed is warm and comfortable, but I must get up.
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I stretch my arms.
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I stretch my legs.
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I say to myself, today is a great day.
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First, I go to the bathroom.
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I wash my face with cold water.
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The cold water helps me wake up.
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Then, I brush my teeth.
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It is important to have clean teeth.
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After that, I drink a big glass of water.
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My body needs water after a long sleep.
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Next, I go to the kitchen to make breakfast.
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Do you like breakfast?
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I love breakfast.
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I usually cook to eggs and toast some bread.
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I also make a cup of hot coffee.
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I love the smell of coffee.
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It smells wonderful.
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I sit by the window.
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I look at the sky.
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And I enjoy my meal slowly.
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At 7.30 a.m., I get dressed.
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I put on my favorite shirt and my comfortable shoes.
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I grab my bag and my keys.
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I leave my house.
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I usually take the bus to work.
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The bus station is near my house.
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I walk for five minutes on the bus.
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I see many people.
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Some people read books.
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Some people look at their phones.
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I like to listen to music or an English podcast just like you are doing right now.
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It takes 20 minutes to get to my office.
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When I arrive, I say good morning to my colleagues.
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Being friendly makes the day better.
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I start my work at 8.30 am.
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I sit at my desk.
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I open my computer, and I start typing.
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I am very busy, but I like my job.
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At 12 p.m., it is lunchtime.
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I am hungry.
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I go to a small cafe near my office.
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I usually order a salad or a sandwich.
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Sometimes, I eat lunch with my friend, Anna.
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We talk about our families and our hobbies.
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After lunch, I feel a little bit sleepy.
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You feel sleepy after lunch.
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I think everyone does.
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So I take a short walk.
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I walk in the park for 10 minutes.
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The trees are green and the air is fresh.
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This gives me energy for the afternoon.
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From 1.30 p.m to 5 p.m., I finish my tasks.
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I have meetings.
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I write reports.
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and I talk on the phone.
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Time goes by very fast when you are busy.
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At 5.30 p.m., I finish work.
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I am tired, but I am happy.
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I go back home by bus.
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On the way home, I stop at the market.
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I buy some fresh vegetables and fruit for dinner.
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When I get home, I change into comfortable clothes.
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I cook dinner in my kitchen.
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Cooking is like a hobby.
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For me, tonight, I am making soup.
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It is warm and healthy dot after dinner.
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I do the dishes, then.
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I have some me time.
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I sit on my sofa.
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I read a book or I watch a funny video.
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I try not to use my phone too much in the evening.
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I want my mind.
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To be quiet dot at 9 p.m.
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I take a warm shower.
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This helps my muscles relax.
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Then, I go to my bedroom.
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I write in my diary.
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I write about three good things that happened today.
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This makes me feel grateful.
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Finally, at 10 p.m., I turn off the lights.
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I get into my bed.
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I close my eyes and I fall asleep.
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That is my daily routine.
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It is simple, but it is a good life.
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What about you?
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What is your routine?
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Do you wake up early?
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Do you drink coffee or tea?
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Please tell me in the comments.
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I want to read your stories.Thank you for spending 15 minutes with me today on English 15 minutes.
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You did a great job listening.
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If you practice every day, your English will be amazing.
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Don't forget to like this video and subscribe.
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See you tomorrow.
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Goodbye.

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Why practice speaking with this video?

Engaging with the Daily Routine podcast is an excellent opportunity to enhance your English skills as a beginner. This video is specifically designed for those learning English at levels A1 to B2, making it suitable for a wide range of learners. By listening to the speaker's daily routine, you not only practice shadow speech but also familiarize yourself with common phrases and vocabulary in a context that reflects everyday life.

As you follow along, you can actively participate in the learning process. This exercise encourages you to shadow speak, which involves repeating the speaker's words in real-time. This technique is proven to help improve your English pronunciation and intonation. The slow pace of the podcast allows you to grasp the language without feeling overwhelmed, making it a useful tool for building your confidence in speaking.

Grammar & Expressions in Context

In the podcast, the speaker uses several key structures that you can incorporate into your own conversations:

  • Present Simple Tense: The phrase “I wash my face” is a great example of using the present simple to describe habits and routines. This tense is crucial for expressing daily activities.
  • Time Expressions: The speaker frequently mentions times, such as “At 6 a.m.” or “At 7.30 a.m.” Learning how to express time accurately helps you schedule conversations in English.
  • Descriptive Language: Phrases like “the bed is warm and comfortable” and “the smell of coffee” enhance vocabulary. Use adjectives to describe your own routines, which makes your speech more vivid and engaging.

Common Pronunciation Traps

While listening to the podcast, pay attention to several tricky words and sounds:

  • “Alarm Clock”: This phrase contains a blend of sounds that can be challenging. Practice the correct pronunciation so you can use it easily in conversation.
  • “Breakfast”: Many learners find it difficult to pronounce this word clearly. Focus on the initial “brek” sound to improve your pronunciation.
  • “Comfortable”: This word is often mispronounced. The correct articulation is "kumf-tur-bul," which will help you sound more natural.

By focusing on these aspects during your practice with the learn English with YouTube video, you will be on your way to improving your English pronunciation skills. Remember to use a shadowing site for additional practice, and don’t hesitate to replay sections of the video if needed. Happy 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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