Shadowing Practice: English Shadowing Practice: 99 Sentences to Practice English Alone — One Habit Method (A2-B1) - Learn English Speaking with Video

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Today I want to talk about how you can learn English alone.
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Yes, by yourself.
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Without a teacher.
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Without a partner.
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Without spending money on expensive courses.
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Many people think you need a native speaker to practice English.
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That is not true.
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You can practice alone and still become fluent.
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The secret is simple.
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You just need the right method.
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And I am going to teach you the best method for learning English alone.
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It is called the shadowing method.
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The shadowing method is simple.
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You listen to a sentence.
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You repeat it immediately.
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You copy the pronunciation, the rhythm, and the intonation.
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This method trains your mouth and your ears at the same time.
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It helps you think in English.
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It builds your confidence.
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And the best part?
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You can do it anywhere, anytime, alone.
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Today you will practice 99 sentences using the shadowing method.
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But this practice is also about building a habit.
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One habit.
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small habit that you do every day.
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If you practice just 10 minutes every day using this method, your English will improve faster than you can imagine.
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That is the one habit method.
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One small habit.
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Every day.
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That's all you need.
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We will practice in three levels.
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Level 1 A2 Beginner, simple sentences to build your foundation.
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Level 2 B1 Intermediate, more natural sentences for everyday conversations.
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Level 3 B1 B2 Advanced, deeper sentences for fluent expression.
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You will hear each sentence twice.
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Then you will repeat it twice.
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Do not think too much.
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Just listen, repeat, and build your habit.
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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 build your habit.
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Let's begin.
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Level 1 A2 Beginner Simple Sentences to Build Your Foundation My daily habits.
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I wake up at 7 every morning.
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I wake up at 7 every morning.
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I drink a glass of water after waking up.
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I brush my teeth twice a day.
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I eat breakfast before leaving home.
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I take a shower every evening.
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I read a book before going to bed.
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I always say thank you to people.
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My favorite things.
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My favorite color is blue.
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My favorite food is pasta.
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My favorite season is summer.
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My favorite hobby is painting.
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My favorite place is the beach.
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My favorite drink is lemonade.
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My favorite day of the week is Friday.
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Simple actions.
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I walk to the store every day.
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I listen to music while I work.
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I call my mother every Sunday.
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I write in my journal every night.
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I help my friends when they need me.
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I smile at people I meet.
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I try to learn something new every day.
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Talking about my home.
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My home is warm and cozy.
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My home is warm and cozy.
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I have a small garden in front of my house.
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I have a small garden in front of my house.
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My kitchen is my favorite room.
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I like to keep my room clean and tidy.
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There are pictures on the walls.
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I have a comfortable sofa in the living room.
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I love spending time at home.
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Simple Conversations Hello, how are you today?
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I am fine, thank you. And you?
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What are you doing later?
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I am going to the park. Can I join you? Can I join you?
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Sure, that would be nice.
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See you there.
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Level 1, complete.
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Level 2, B1 intermediate.
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Natural sentences for everyday conversations.
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Talking about my routine.
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I start my day with a positive thought.
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I start my day with a positive thought.
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I plan my tasks before I start working.
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I plan my tasks before I start working.
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I take a short walk during my lunch break.
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I take a short walk during my lunch break.
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I call my friends to stay connected.
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I call my friends to stay connected.
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I spend some time reading before going to bed.
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I spend some time reading before going to bed.
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I practice English for 15 minutes every day.
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I practice English for 15 minutes every day.
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I always make time for myself.
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Asking questions.
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Can you tell me where the station is?
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What time does the movie start?
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How much does this ticket cost?
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Can you help me with this form?
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Where can I find fresh vegetables?
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Do you know any good restaurants nearby?
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What is the best way to learn English?
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Talking about plans.
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I am planning to visit my family next month.
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I want to start a new hobby this year.
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I am thinking about taking a trip in July.
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I intend to read more books this year.
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I am going to join a gym next week.
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I hope to learn how to cook better.
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I will try to be more organized.
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I feel proud when I finish something difficult.
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I feel grateful for the kindness of others.
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I get nervous before important meetings.
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I feel excited about new opportunities.
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I feel calm when I listen to soft music.
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I sometimes feel stressed, but I manage it.
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I feel happy when I help someone.
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giving advice.
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You should try to get enough sleep.
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It is important to eat healthy food.
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Why don't you take a break and relax?
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I think you should talk to your friend.
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You could try a different approach.
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I suggest you write a list of your goals.
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Remember to be kind to yourself.
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Level 2 complete.
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Level 3.
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B1 to B2 advanced.
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Deeper sentences for fluent expression.
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Reflecting on life.
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I have learned that change is the only constant.
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I have learned that change is the only constant.
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I realize that happiness comes from within.
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I understand that failure is part of success.
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I believe that kindness has the power to change the world.
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I have come to appreciate the value of time.
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I think that we should always stay curious.
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I believe that everyone has a unique purpose.
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Overcoming challenges.
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Difficult moments are opportunities to grow.
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I face challenges with courage and determination.
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I try to see the positive side of every situation.
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I learn from my mistakes and move forward.
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I ask for help when I need it.
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I stay calm and focused under pressure.
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I know that I can overcome any obstacle.
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Expressing gratitude.
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I am thankful for the people who support me.
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I am thankful for the people who support me.
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I appreciate the small acts of kindness I receive.
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I appreciate the small acts of kindness I receive.
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I am grateful for the lessons life teaches me.
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I feel blessed to have a loving family.
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I thank the people who have helped me along the way.
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I am grateful for every new day.
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Gratitude has changed my outlook on life.
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Discussing personal growth.
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I am committed to becoming a better person.
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I take time to reflect on my actions.
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I learn something new every single day.
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I step out of my comfort zone regularly.
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I celebrate my progress, no matter how small.
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I am patient with myself during my journey.
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I am proud of the person I am becoming.
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Building the one habit.
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I practice English for 10 minutes every day.
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I listen to English sentences and repeat them.
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I make this practice a non-negotiable part of my day.
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I know that consistency is more important than intensity.
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I do not skip my practice even on busy days.
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I believe that small daily actions create big results.
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I am building my fluency one sentence at a time.
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Level 3 Complete Conclusion and Next Steps Congratulations!
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You have completed all three levels, 105 sentences.
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You practiced simple daily habits, natural conversations, and deeper reflections about life,
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challenges, gratitude, personal growth, and the One Habit Method.
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Now, here is your mission.
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Practice these sentences every day.
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Just 10 minutes.
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One habit.
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That is all you need.
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The shadowing method works if you do it consistently.
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Do not skip a day.
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Your future self will thank you.
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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 practice English alone.
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Write in the comments, what is your one habit for learning English?
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I read every comment.
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Keep practicing, keep building your habit, 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: 99 Sentences to Practice English Alone — One Habit Method”. The speaker keeps coming back to these words: sentence, habit, practice, English, method. This video has 197 sentences and 1383 words to shadow. The speech runs for 29:50. Only 81% 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
habit noun/ˈhæb.ɪt/An action performed on a regular basis.
kindness noun/ˈkaɪnd.nəs/The state of being kind.
fluent adjective/ˈfluənt/That flows; flowing, liquid.
gratitude noun/ˈɡɹæ.tɪ.tud/The state of being grateful.
cosy adjective/ˈkoʊzi/Affording comfort and warmth; snug; social and comfortable.
thankful adjective/ˈθæŋkfəl/Showing appreciation or gratitude.
hobby noun/ˈhɑ.bi/An activity that one enjoys doing in one's spare time.
intermediate adjective/ɪn.tə(ɹ)ˈmi.di.ət/Being between two extremes, or in the middle of a range.
skip verb/skɪp/To move by hopping on alternate feet.
overcome verb/ˌəʊ.vəˈkʌm/To surmount (a physical or abstract obstacle); to prevail over, to get the better of.
fluency noun/ˈfluːənsi/The quality of smoothness of flow.
intonation noun/ɪntəˈneɪʃən/The rise and fall of the voice in speaking.
negotiable adjective/nɪˈɡoʊʃəbəl/Able to be traversed; navigable.
pronunciation noun/pɹəˌnʌn.siˈeɪ.ʃən/The formal or informal way in which a word is made to sound when spoken.
tidy adjective/ˈtaɪ.di/Arranged neatly and in order.

Phrasal verbs you will hear

WordPronunciationMeaning
move forward verbTo cause to make progress.
wake up verb/ˌweɪk ˈʌp/To stop sleeping; to awake.

Sentences worth repeating

Short, complete lines from the video that you can reuse in everyday conversation:

  • What are you doing later?
  • Can you tell me where the station is?
  • Can you help me with this form?
  • Where can I find fresh vegetables?
  • Why don't you take a break and relax?

Grammar in this video

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

StructureIn the video
Present perfect have/has + past participle — a past action that still matters nowhave learned · have come · have helped
Relative clauses who / which + clause — extra information about a person or thingpeople who support · people who have · friend who wants
Verb + -ing enjoy, keep, stop… + -ing — verbs that are followed by the -ing formlove spending · start working · Keep practicing
Advice with “should” should + verb — saying what is a good ideashould try · should talk · should always stay

Pronunciation to watch

The speaker uses 3 contractions and reduced forms, such as don't. Say them the short way, as you hear them.

  • The “th” sounds: thankful /ˈθæŋkfəl/, rhythm /ˈɹɪð.əm/
  • The “sh” and “zh” sounds: intonation /ɪntəˈneɪʃən/, negotiable /nɪˈɡoʊʃəbəl/, pronunciation /pɹəˌnʌn.siˈeɪ.ʃən/, determination /dɪˌtɜːmɪˈneɪʃən/, reflection /ɹɪˈflɛkʃən/
  • Long words — get the stress right: intermediate /ɪn.tə(ɹ)ˈmi.di.ət/, intonation /ɪntəˈneɪʃən/, negotiable /nɪˈɡoʊʃəbəl/, pronunciation /pɹəˌnʌn.siˈeɪ.ʃən/, consistency /kənˈsɪs.tən.si/

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 habit, kindness, fluent.

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.

Shadowing technique: read the full step-by-step guide →