Shadowing Practice: English Listening Story To Practice Speaking Daily Conversation in English - Learn English Speaking with Video

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hello welcome to the practicing story number four in this story we are focusing on the present continuous tense
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so you should imagine all of the actions are happening at this moment they are all happening
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while you are listening right now let's get started
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at the moment I am speaking English I am talking to you
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and you are listening to me you are learning English now this is our mini story lesson we are studying English
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ok here is our mini story there is a
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girl her name is Alicia she is at home she is sitting on the sofa
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and watching TV her mother is in the
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kitchen she is cooking the dinner now Alicia's father is working
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in the garage he is trying to fix his car
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because it isn't working now Alicia has a big
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brother he is playing basketball in the garden with his two friends.
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The weather is good.
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The sun is shining today.
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Hello.
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Are you enjoying the story?
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Please give us a like.
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Thank you.
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Also, Alicia has a little sister.
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Her name is Anna.
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She is three years old.
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She is sleeping in her bedroom.
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Okay, that is the end of the story.
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Let's go back to the beginning, this time with questions.
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You must answer every question.
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Use your pause button and answer the question.
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Then play again.
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You can answer with just one word or two words, it's okay.
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Short answers are okay.
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Always answer the questions with a strong voice.
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This is so important.
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When you do this, you teach your mind, you teach your brain to be confident when you speak English.
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Your English will improve much, much faster.
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Okay, let's get started. Am I speaking Japanese?
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No, I am not.
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I am not speaking Japanese.
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I am speaking English.
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When am I speaking English? At the moment.
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I am speaking English right now.
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I am speaking English at the moment.
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Who am I talking to?
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You.
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I am talking to you.
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What am I doing?
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I am speaking English and I am talking to you.
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Am I listening to you?
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No, I'm not.
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I am not listening to you.
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I am talking to you.
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And you are listening to me at the moment.
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Are you listening to music now?
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No, you aren't.
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You are not listening to music.
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You are listening to me right now. Are you sleeping?
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No, you aren't.
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You are not sleeping.
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What are you doing?
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You are listening to me.
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Why are you listening to me?
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to learn English you are listening to me to learn English
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are you learning French no you aren't you aren't learning French now you are learning English what are you learning now
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English you are learning English now
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There is a girl her name is Alicia is there a
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girl yes there is there is a girl is there an old woman no there isn't There is not an old woman.
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There is a young lady.
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There is a girl.
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What is her name?
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Her name is Alicia. Is her name Rose?
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No, her name is not Rose.
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Her name is Alicia. Where is she?
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She is at home Is she at school?
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No, she isn't.
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She is not at school.
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She is at home What is she doing?
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She is sitting on the sofa and watching TV Is she jumping on the sofa?
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No, she isn't.
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She is not jumping.
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She is sitting on the sofa.
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What is she doing on the sofa?
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Sitting.
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She is sitting on the sofa.
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And she is watching TV.
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Is she sitting on the TV?
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No, she isn't.
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She is not sitting on the TV.
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She is sitting on the sofa.
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Listen to the lessons repeatedly to think in English and automatic speaking.
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Repetition is very, very important to become fluent.
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You need to speak English fluently, without translating in your head.
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The words should come out of your mouth automatically.
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So, this is where the repetition comes in.
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If you repeat the same vocabulary and sentences many times, you will become a master of this vocabulary and grammar.
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So, you will be able to use that words automatically, without thinking about grammar rules and without translating vocabulary in your head.
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In order to think in English, you must repeat vocabulary and sentences as much as you can.
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After lots of repetition, eventually you will start to think English in your head and improve your speaking skills.
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As I mentioned before, we use the question and answer method repeatedly in our short story lessons.
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So, you will listen to the vocabulary and sentences many times in the same lesson.
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Is she listening to music on the sofa?
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No, she isn't.
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She isn't listening to music.
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She is watching TV on the sofa. Where is Alicia's mother?
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the kitchen her mother is in the kitchen is she in
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the bathroom no she isn't she is not in the bathroom
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she is in the kitchen what is she doing in the kitchen
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cooking dinner she is cooking dinner is she washing dishes no
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she isn't she is not washing dishes she is cooking the meal cooking the dinner is she cooking dinner in the garage.
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No, she is not in the garage.
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She is cooking the dinner in the kitchen.
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If you want to complete your practice of this story, you can go to EnglishEasyPractice.com and download the audio lessons of the story.
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So you can practice English with it whenever and wherever you want.
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Just listen to our short stories and answer the easy question out loud.
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You will improve your listening and speaking skills fast.
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And that's all for now.
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See you at EnglishEasyPractice.com
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Context & Background

In this engaging English listening story, we delve into the present continuous tense, which is essential for describing actions that are currently taking place. The scenario unfolds in a relatable family setting, featuring Alicia, who is at home, engaged in various activities alongside her family members. By envisioning these actions as they occur in real-time, you can enhance your understanding and fluency in everyday conversation. Mastering such illustrative contexts will significantly boost your capacity to communicate effectively in English.

Top 5 Phrases for Daily Communication

  • I am speaking English. - This phrase is perfect for affirming your current activity.
  • What am I doing? - A useful question for self-reflection during conversations.
  • At the moment, I am... - This structure allows you to detail your current actions.
  • Are you enjoying the story? - A friendly inquiry to engage your listener.
  • My brother is playing basketball. - An excellent example for describing ongoing actions.

Step-by-step Shadowing Guide

To effectively utilize the shadowing technique presented in this video, follow these steps to improve English pronunciation and boost your speaking confidence:

  1. Listen Carefully: Start by attentively listening to the story without interruptions. Familiarize yourself with the flow and content.
  2. Pause and Repeat: Use the pause button after each sentence or phrase. Repeat what you've heard, mimicking the speaker's tone and pace. This is essential for mastering shadow speech.
  3. Answer the Questions: After the story, respond to questions posed in the video. This interactive element will enhance your speaking ability; respond confidently, using short answers when possible.
  4. Practice Regularly: Incorporate this activity into your daily routine. By making it a habit, you'll utilize the shadowspeak method to reinforce your learning.
  5. Record Yourself: For self-assessment, record your attempts and listen back to them. This will help pinpoint areas for improvement in your pronunciation and intonation.

By diligently practicing these steps, you will transform your English speaking skills. Utilizing this shadowing site effectively will allow you to gain greater fluency and self-assurance in conversation.

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.