Shadowing Practice: English Conversation At the Office - Speaking English at Workplace - Learn English Speaking with YouTube

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At the office.
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At the office.
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Office communication is necessary to make contacts,
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understand the goals, share ideas,
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share information, and give instructions.
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What do you usually communicate with colleagues at the company?
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I'm a newcomer.
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Hi, I'm Tom.
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Today is my first day working here.
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Hi, I've been informed that you are coming today.
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My name is Linda.
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I'm the receptionist.
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Nice to meet you.
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Nice to meet you too, Linda.
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Please take the elevator to the first floor and enter the first room on the left.
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Okay.
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Let's sit in that room and wait a minute.
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Your instructor will arrive soon.
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Thank you.
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Hi, Tom.
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Good morning.
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I'm Rose.
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I'll be assisting you with your training assignment.
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Nice to meet you.
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Where should we start?
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The first is the working time.
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You will work from 9 a.m to 5 a.m.
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You have a one-hour break at noon.
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Are there any company rules I should know?
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Here are some basic rules in the company.
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Please, read it.
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If you have something you don't know, just ask me.
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Thank you.
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I will.
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Let's take a tour around the company,
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and I will introduce you to everyone.
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Finally, I'll take you to your desk.
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Okay, let's go.
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Excuse me, do you know where the copier is?
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You go straight from here and turn right.
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It's right there.
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Thanks.
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By the way, I'm Tom, a newcomer.
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Nice to meet you.
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Welcome.
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I'm Sam.
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I've been here for three years.
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What were you doing before joining our company?
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I just finished my college degree.
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This is my first job.
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Nice to talk with you.
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I hope you'll like your job.
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Thanks.
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See you later.
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I am praised.
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Thanks to your efforts, we have successfully negotiated with that big client.
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That's what I do, sir.
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Your effort made the whole of your team look good.
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Everyone on my team works hard together.
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You are a talented team leader.
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And this month, your team will get the bonus.
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Thank you, sir.
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Congratulations, Sam.
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You really did a good job this time.
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You flatter me.
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It was really a challenge for me.
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But you did it, and did it well.
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Thank you for saying that.
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Your project made much profit for the company.
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Oh, it's our project.
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If not having support from you,
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I couldn't have got the achievement.
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But you have the greatest merit.
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Yes, I saw you putting in the extra hours.
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Your proposal for the project made all the difference.
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Thank you.
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Achieving expected results are not luck,
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but the result of our careful planning,
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the board of directors decided to give our team the bonus.
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I would appreciate that.
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So great.
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Why don't we have a party tonight?
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That's a good idea.
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What do you want to eat tonight?
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Barbecue?
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No, my face has been breaking out recently.
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Barbecue will leave my throat dry and hot.
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How about the buffet?
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Sounds great!
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Okay.
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Goodbye!

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About This Lesson

In this lesson, you will practice essential communication skills relevant to the workplace. Through the conversational exchange between Tom, a newcomer, and his colleagues, you will learn how to introduce yourself, navigate the office environment, understand company rules, and engage in small talk. This is particularly useful for those looking to enhance their English speaking abilities in a professional setting. By imitating the dialogue and using the shadowing technique, you can improve your pronunciation, rhythm, and overall fluency. So, get ready to learn English with YouTube!

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • Newcomer: A person who recently joined a company or organization.
  • Receptionist: The person responsible for welcoming visitors and managing front office duties.
  • Working time: The hours during which employees are expected to work.
  • Company rules: Regulations and policies employees must follow in a workplace.
  • Break: A short period during work hours for rest, usually without work-related duties.
  • Tour: A guided visit around the office to meet colleagues and see the facilities.
  • Copier: A machine used for making copies of documents.
  • Small talk: Casual conversation about everyday topics, often used in social settings.

Practice Tips

To effectively utilize the shadowspeak method while practicing this dialogue, follow these tips:

  • Listen Carefully: Pay attention to the speed and intonation of the speakers. Office dialogue tends to be direct and formal but can also include friendly interactions.
  • Repeat After the Speaker: As you listen, pause the video after each sentence and mimic the pronunciation and rhythm. This reinforces correct speaking patterns.
  • Focus on the Emotion: Notice the tone used in various phrases. Shadowing involves capturing not just the words but the emotions behind them, particularly in greetings and introductions.
  • Record Yourself: After practicing, record your own voice mimicking the conversation. Listening to your recordings can help you identify areas for improvement in fluency and pronunciation.
  • Engage in Real Conversations: Try to use the vocabulary and phrases you’ve learned in actual interactions with colleagues or friends. This practical application reinforces your learning.

Remember, the more you practice with the shadow speech technique, the more confident you’ll become in your English speaking abilities at work!

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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