Shadowing Practice: English Shadowing Practice: 150 Daily Routine Sentences for Fluency (A2-B1) - Learn English Speaking with Video

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Welcome to this English shadowing practice.
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Today, you will learn 150 sentences about daily routines,
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the things you do every day from morning to night.
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These are practical, useful sentences that you can use in real life.
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We will practice in three levels.
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Level 1 A2 Beginner Simple Sentences for Basic Daily Routines.
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Level 2 B1 Intermediate, More Detailed Sentences for Everyday Life.
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And Level 3 B1 B2 Advanced, Deeper Sentences for Richer Expression.
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Each level has 5 topics, and each topic has 10 sentences.
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You will hear each sentence twice, then you will repeat it twice.
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Listen, repeat, and speak.
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Don't forget, you can download the free PDF with all the sentences from the link in the description below.
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Let's begin.
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Simple 1 A2 Beginner Simple Daily Routine Sentences Waking up and getting ready.
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I wake up at 7 o'clock.
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I wake up at 7 o'clock.
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I turn off my alarm clock.
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I stretch my arms and legs.
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I get out of bed slowly.
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I go to the bathroom.
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I wash my face with cold water.
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I brush my teeth carefully.
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I comb my hair in front of the mirror.
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I get dressed for the day.
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I look at myself and smile.
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Breakfast and morning activities.
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I go to the kitchen.
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I make a cup of coffee.
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I eat toast with butter.
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I drink a glass of orange juice.
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I sit at the table and eat slowly.
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I check my phone for messages.
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I read the news online.
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I wash my dishes after eating.
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I pack my bag for work.
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I feel ready to start my day.
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Going to work or school.
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I put on my shoes and jacket.
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I grab my keys and phone.
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I open the front door and step outside.
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I lock the door behind me.
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I walk to the bus stop.
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I wait for the bus to arrive.
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I get on the bus and find a seat.
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I listen to music during the ride.
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I get off at my stop.
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I walk to my office or school.
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Simple afternoon activities.
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I have lunch at noon.
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I eat a sandwich and some fruit.
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I take a short break after lunch.
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I drink a glass of water.
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I check my tasks for the afternoon.
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I finish my work by 5 o'clock.
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I pack my things and go home.
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I say goodbye to my colleagues.
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I feel tired but happy.
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Evening routine I come home and take off my shoes.
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I change into comfortable clothes.
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I sit on the sofa and relax.
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I watch TV for a while.
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I cook dinner for myself.
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I eat dinner slowly.
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I wash the dishes after dinner.
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I read a book before bed.
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I set my alarm for tomorrow.
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I go to sleep at 11 o'clock.
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Level 1 complete.
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Level 2.
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B1 intermediate.
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Detailed daily routine sentences.
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Morning habits and self-care.
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I wake up before my alarm goes off.
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I take a moment to stretch in bed.
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I drink a glass of warm water with lemon.
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I take a refreshing shower.
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I use my favorite shampoo and body wash.
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I dry my hair with a towel.
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I apply moisturizer to my face.
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I choose an outfit that makes me feel confident.
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I prepare a healthy breakfast with eggs and fruit.
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I leave home feeling positive and ready.
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Commuting and traveling.
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I leave home at 8 o'clock every morning.
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I walk to the subway station.
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The train arrives every 5 minutes.
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The train arrives every five minutes.
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I find a seat and read a book.
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Sometimes I listen to a podcast.
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The commute takes about 30 minutes.
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The commute takes about 30 minutes.
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I get off at the city center station.
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I walk two blocks to my office.
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I greet the security guard at the entrance.
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I arrive at my desk feeling energized.
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Work and productivity.
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I start my work day by checking emails.
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I make a to-do list for the day.
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I prioritize my most important tasks.
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I work on one task at a time.
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I take short breaks every hour.
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I drink water throughout the day.
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I have a meeting with my team at noon.
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I share my ideas and listen to others.
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I finish my tasks before the deadline.
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I feel proud of what I accomplished.
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Lunch and afternoon break.
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I stop working at 12.30 for lunch.
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I go to the break room with my colleagues.
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I eat my packed lunch or buy something nearby.
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We talk about our weekend plans.
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We share funny stories and laugh.
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I take a walk outside after eating.
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The fresh air helps me feel refreshed.
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I return to my desk at 1.30.
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I continue working on my projects.
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I feel focused and productive.
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I come home around 6 o'clock.
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I change into comfortable clothes.
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I spend time with my family.
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We talk about our day.
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We have dinner together at 7.
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We share stories and laugh.
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We share stories and laugh.
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I help my children with homework.
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I read a book or watch a movie.
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I prepare my things for tomorrow.
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I go to bed feeling grateful.
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Level 2 Complete Level 3 B1-B2 Advanced Deeper daily routine sentences Morning mindfulness and planning
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I start my day with a moment of gratitude.
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I start my day with a moment of gratitude.
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I think about three things I am thankful for.
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I think about three things I am thankful for.
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I set an intention for the day ahead.
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I take five minutes to meditate and breathe.
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I plan my most important tasks for the day.
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I visualize myself achieving my goals.
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I drink a glass of water before breakfast.
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I listen to motivational content while getting ready.
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I leave home feeling focused and determined.
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Remove work habits.
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I begin my workday by reviewing my goals.
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I begin my workday by reviewing my goals.
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I turn off notifications to avoid distractions.
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I focus on deep work for two hours.
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I use a timer to stay on track.
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I collaborate with my team on important projects.
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I ask for feedback to improve my work.
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I take a proper lunch break away from my desk.
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I prioritize tasks based on urgency and importance.
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I review my progress at the end of the day.
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I review my progress at the end of the day.
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I feel satisfied with my productivity.
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Health and wellness throughout the day.
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I make sure to stay hydrated all day.
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I eat balanced meals with protein and vegetables.
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I take short walks to keep my body active.
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I practice deep breathing when I feel stressed.
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I stretch my neck and shoulders regularly.
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I avoid sitting for too long.
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I eat healthy snacks like nuts and fruit.
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I listen to my body's signals.
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I prioritize sleep and rest.
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I feel healthy and energized every day.
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evening reflection and learning.
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I take time to reflect on my day.
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I take time to reflect on my day.
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I write in my journal about my experiences.
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I write in my journal about my experiences.
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I acknowledge my accomplishments, big or small.
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I think about what I could have done better.
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I spend 30 minutes learning something new.
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I read books that expand my knowledge.
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I practice English by speaking out loud.
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I watch educational videos or documentaries.
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I plan my goals for the next day.
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I feel grateful for the opportunity to grow.
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Nighttime rituals and sleep preparation.
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I turn off all screens one hour before bed.
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I dim the lights to help my body relax.
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I take a warm shower to unwind.
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I drink a cup of herbal tea.
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I read a few pages of a book.
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I practice gratitude for the day.
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I set my alarm for the next morning.
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I make sure my room is cool and dark.
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I make sure my room is cool and dark I take a few deep breaths I take a few deep breaths
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I fall asleep peacefully and wake up refreshed Level 3 Complete Conclusion and Next Steps
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Congratulations!
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You have completed all three levels, 150 daily routines.
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You practiced basic routines, detailed routines, and deeper routines about mindfulness,
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work habits, health, reflection, Now, here is your mission.
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Practice these sentences every day.
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Use them to describe your own daily routine.
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The more you practice, the more fluent you will become.
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Don't forget, you can download the free PDF with all the sentences from the link in the description below.
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If this video helped you, give it a like.
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Subscribe for more shadowing practice.
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Share it with a friend who wants to speak English fluently.
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Write in the comments what is your favorite part of your daily routine.
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I read every comment.
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Keep speaking, keep practicing, and keep believing in yourself.
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See you in the next video.

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Vocabulary and speaking notes for this lesson

This B1 speaking lesson is built on the video “English Shadowing Practice: 150 Daily Routine Sentences for Fluency”. The speaker keeps coming back to these words: sentence, routine, practice, daily, eat. This video has 203 sentences and 1443 words to shadow. The speech runs for 34:55. Only 73% of the words are among the 3,000 most common in English, so the vocabulary is demanding.

Key vocabulary in this video

The 15 most advanced words in the video, with pronunciation and meaning:

WordPronunciationMeaning
alarm noun/əˈlɑɹm/A summons to arms, as on the approach of an enemy.
prioritize verb/pɹaɪˈɒɹ.ə.taɪz/To value, do, or choose something first, or before other things.
commute verb/kəˈmjuːt/To exchange substantially; to abate but not abolish completely, a penalty, obligation, or payment in return for a great, single thing or an aggregate; to cash…
refresh verb/ɹɪˈfɹɛʃ/To renew or revitalize.
gratitude noun/ˈɡɹæ.tɪ.tud/The state of being grateful.
habit noun/ˈhæb.ɪt/An action performed on a regular basis.
energize verb/ˈɛnəd͡ʒaɪz/To invigorate; to make energetic.
mindfulness noun/ˈmaɪn(d)fʊlnəs/Awareness.
workday nounAny of the days of a week on which work is done; any day in a workweek.
thankful adjective/ˈθæŋkfəl/Showing appreciation or gratitude.
colleague noun/ˈkɒliːɡ/A fellow member of a profession, staff, academic faculty or other organization; an associate, a workmate.
cloth noun/klɒθ/A fabric, usually made of woven, knitted, or felted fibres or filaments, such as used in dressing, decorating, cleaning or other practical use. Sometimes…
intermediate adjective/ɪn.tə(ɹ)ˈmi.di.ət/Being between two extremes, or in the middle of a range.
noon noun/nun/The time of day when the Sun seems to reach its highest point in the sky; solar noon.
productivity noun/ˌpɹɒdʌkˈtɪvəti/The state of being productive, fertile, or efficient.

Phrasal verbs you will hear

WordPronunciationMeaning
turn off verbTo power down, to switch off, to put out of operation, to deactivate (an appliance, light, mechanism, functionality etc.).
wake up verb/ˌweɪk ˈʌp/To stop sleeping; to awake.
get out of verbTo leave, exit or escape from; to become free of.
go off verbTo explode.
speak out verbTo assert or promote one's opinion; to make one's thoughts known.
take off verbTo remove.

Grammar in this video

The structures the speaker uses most, with the exact words from the video:

StructureIn the video
Verb + -ing enjoy, keep, stop… + -ing — verbs that are followed by the -ing formstop working · avoid sitting · Keep speaking
Superlatives the -est / the most … — the top or bottom of a groupmy most important
Future with “will” will + verb — a decision, promise or predictionwill learn · will practice · will hear

Pronunciation to watch

  • The “th” sounds: thankful /ˈθæŋkfəl/, cloth /klɒθ/, breathe /bɹiːð/
  • The “sh” and “zh” sounds: refresh /ɹɪˈfɹɛʃ/, reflection /ɹɪˈflɛkʃən/, dish /dɪʃ/, shoe /ˈʃu/, visualize /ˈvɪʒuəˌlaɪz/
  • Long words — get the stress right: prioritize /pɹaɪˈɒɹ.ə.taɪz/, intermediate /ɪn.tə(ɹ)ˈmi.di.ət/, productivity /ˌpɹɒdʌkˈtɪvəti/, collaborate /kəˈlæb.ə.ɹeɪt/, accomplishment /əˈkɑm.plɪʃ.mənt/

How to practise with this video

  1. Listen to the whole video once without speaking and note the words you do not know.
  2. Shadow it sentence by sentence at normal speed, repeating each one until your rhythm matches the speaker.
  3. Record yourself and compare with the original, paying attention to words like alarm, prioritize, commute.

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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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