Shadowing Practice: English Conversation 14 - EngSub - VietSub - Learn English Speaking with Video

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Unit 14.
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Choosing a movie.
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Wow.
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This sure is a big theater.
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Yeah.
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They have ten movie screens.
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Do you want to see every movie?
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I don't think so.
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I think one movie is enough.
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What's this about?
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Iron Ladies 2?
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Oh, that's a foreign film.
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It's about a transsexual volleyball team.
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I've seen it.
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Well, how about The Trek?
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Have you seen The Trek?
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Not yet.
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It's an action movie.
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Yeah, I want to see that too.
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Oh, but it's not out yet.
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Oh, yeah, coming soon.
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Have you seen our two hearts?
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What's that about?
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Oh, it's a love story about this man and this woman, and they're walking to the...
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Enough, enough.
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If it's a love story, I don't want to watch it.
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Why not?
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They're so sad and romantic.
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That's right.
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And the last time we watched a love story, you cried.
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I remember that.
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That was such a good story.
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Let's watch a comedy.
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Okay, I like to laugh.
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How about Fool School?
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I read about that in the newspaper.
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It's supposed to be very funny.
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Okay, let's watch Fool School. But we better hurry.
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It starts in ten minutes.
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Perfect!
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Just enough time to get tickets and to go to the snack bar.

About This Lesson

This lesson focuses on everyday English conversation, specifically the context of choosing a movie and discussing plans with a friend. Through this dialogue, learners will practice conversational skills, enhance vocabulary related to cinema, and engage in expressing preferences. By immersing yourself in this dialogue, you can improve your fluency and comprehension, making it easier to communicate in social situations.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • theater - a place where movies are shown
  • foreign film - a movie produced outside of your home country
  • action movie - a genre featuring intense sequences, often with physical stunts and chases
  • love story - a narrative focused on romantic relationships
  • comedy - a genre aimed at making the audience laugh
  • snack bar - a place in the theater where food and drinks are sold
  • coming soon - a phrase indicating a film will be released shortly
  • tickets - a pass that grants access to the movie

Practice Tips

To maximize your English speaking practice using this lesson, employ the shadowing technique while watching the video. Start by listening closely to the dialogue and follow along with the transcript. Pay attention to the speed and tone of the speakers—this is key to mastering natural speech patterns.

Begin your practice by repeating phrases quickly after you hear them, mimicking the intonation and rhythm. This is known as shadowspeak. If the pace feels too fast, you can pause and repeat sections until you feel comfortable. Aim to gradually increase your speed as you gain confidence, and try emphasizing different words to understand nuances in conversation.

Utilizing learn English with YouTube resources, such as this video, is an excellent way to develop your listening and speaking skills simultaneously. By incorporating this practice into your routine, you can significantly enhance your conversational abilities and engage in various everyday topics effortlessly.

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.