Shadowing Practice: English Speaking Practice for Everyday Life | Modern Technology Conversation (A2-B1) - Learn English Speaking with Video
Choose a practice mode
Each mode opens a full-screen practice room.
337 sentences
If sentences are too short or too long, click Edit to adjust them.
1
Hello everyone and welcome back to Mr. English Channel, where learning English is easy and fun.
2
I'm Emily.
3
Hello Emily.
4
Hello to all our amazing listeners around the world.
5
It is a beautiful day to practice English together. with our friends.
6
How are you doing today, Paul?
7
I'm doing very well, thank you.
8
I am feeling very.. modern today.
9
Modern.
10
That is an interesting word.
11
Why are you feeling modern?
12
Well, look at my wrist.
13
Do you see this?
14
Ooh, is that a new watch?
15
It looks very fancy.
16
It has a screen.
17
Yes, it is a smartwatch.
18
It connects to my phone, it tells me the time, but it does so much more.
19
Wow, technology is amazing.
20
And that is actually our topic for today.
21
Today we are talking about modern technology and how it helps our daily life.
22
I love this topic.
23
We use technology every single day.
24
It is everywhere.
25
It really is.
26
But Emily, before we start talking about our cool gadgets, we have a small favor to ask.
27
Yes, we do!
28
If you are enjoying our podcast, please click the subscribe button for Mr. English Channel.
29
And please give us a like, it helps us find more friends who want to learn English.
30
And share this episode with your family or friends.
31
Thank you so much.
32
Thank you.
33
Okay, Emily. So, technology.
34
Yes, it changes very fast.
35
Sometimes it is hard to follow.
36
It is, but it makes life easier.
37
Think about communication.
38
Oh, yes.
39
That is the biggest change.
40
Do you remember writing letters with a pen and paper?
41
grandmother.
42
It took one week for the letter to arrive.
43
One week.
44
That is a long time.
45
Now we have smartphones.
46
Exactly.
47
Now I can send a text message. And ping!
48
She gets it in one second.
49
One second.
50
It is magic.
51
And it is not just text.
52
We can see people.
53
Video calls.
54
I love video calls.
55
a different city.
56
He is very far away. Does he?
57
Yes, but we talk on video every Sunday.
58
I can see his face.
59
I can see his new dog.
60
It feels like we are in the same room.
61
That is so important.
62
It brings families together.
63
It does.
64
It makes the world feel small.
65
We share our lives.
66
It is very special.
67
So, communication is number one.
68
It is much better now.
69
What else do you use, Emily?
70
Hmm.
71
I use technology for directions.
72
Directions?
73
You mean maps?
74
Yes.
75
Paul, I have a secret.
76
What is your secret?
77
I am very bad with directions.
78
I get lost all the time.
79
Really?
80
Even in your own city?
81
Yes, even in my neighborhood.
82
If I turn left instead of right, oh no, I am lost.
83
Oh, Emily, that is funny.
84
It is funny now, but before smartphones, it was scary.
85
I had big paper maps in my car.
86
Oh, I remember those.
87
They were huge and very hard to fold back together.
88
Yes, impossible to fold. on my phone.
89
The GPS?
90
Yes.
91
A nice voice tells me where to go.
92
Turn left in 100 meters.
93
You have arrived at your destination.
94
Yes, that is my favorite sentence.
95
You have arrived.
96
It saves a lot of time and stress.
97
So much stress.
98
I am never lost now.
99
Well, almost never.
100
Technology helps, True.
101
What about you, Paul?
102
What is another way technology helps you?
103
I think shopping.
104
Shopping?
105
Online shopping?
106
Yes.
107
I'm a little lazy sometimes.
108
We are all a little lazy sometimes.
109
I do not like big supermarkets.
110
They are crowded.
111
There are too many people.
112
I understand.
113
It can be loud and busy. On an app?
114
On your phone?
115
Yes.
116
I choose the milk, the bread, the eggs, and the apples. And then?
117
And then a kind person brings it to my door.
118
To your house?
119
Yes.
120
I don't carry heavy bags.
121
I don't stand in line.
122
It is wonderful.
123
That is very convenient.
124
It saves time.
125
It saves a lot of time.
126
I can use that time to read or relax English.
127
That is a great way to use your time.
128
And it's good for gifts too.
129
Oh?
130
How?
131
If my friend has a birthday but he lives far away, I can buy a gift online and send it to his house.
132
That is true.
133
You don't need to go to the post office.
134
Exactly.
135
Technology connects us and it helps us give things to people we love.
136
That is a nice way to think about it.
137
But Emily, what about inside the house?
138
Inside the house?
139
Like the kitchen?
140
Yes, or the living room.
141
Do you have any smart things in your home?
142
Mmm, let me think.
143
I have… A robot.
144
A robot?
145
Like in the movies?
146
No, not like the movies.
147
It is a small, round robot.
148
It cleans the floor.
149
Ah!
150
A robot vacuum cleaner.
151
Yes.
152
His name is Dusty.
153
You gave him a name?
154
Dusty.
155
That is perfect.
156
Yes, Dusty is my best friend.
157
He cleans the carpets while I am at work.
158
That is amazing.
159
You come home and the house is clean.
160
Yes.
161
Well, sometimes he gets stuck under the sofa.
162
Poor Dusty.
163
I have to rescue him.
164
Come here, Dusty.
165
But usually he is very good.
166
It elevates my life because I hate cleaning floors.
167
See?
168
That is a perfect example.
169
Technology does the boring work for us.
170
Yes, so we can do the fun things.
171
I have something small in my house.
172
I have smart lights.
173
Smart lights?
174
What do they do?
175
I can talk to them.
176
You talk to your lights?
177
Paul, are you okay?
178
No, really.
179
I say, "Turn on the lights," and they turn on.
180
Wow!
181
Just with your voice?
182
Yes.
183
Or I say, "Dim the lights," and they become soft and dark, for watching a movie.
184
That is very cool.
185
It's like a magic trick.
186
It feels like magic.
187
I don't need to stand up to find the switch.
188
You really are lazy.
189
I call it efficient.
190
Efficient.
191
Okay, I like that word.
192
But Emily, we must talk about health.
193
Health?
194
How does technology help our health?
195
Remember my new watch?
196
Yes, the smartwatch.
197
It counts my steps.
198
Steps?
199
Like walking?
200
Yes.
201
It tells me how much I walk every day.
202
Oh, that is good.
203
How many steps do you walk?
204
My goal is 10 ,000 steps.
205
10 ,000!
206
That is a lot of steps.
207
It is.
208
But the watch helps me.
209
If I sit on the sofa for a long time, the watch vibrates.
210
Bzzz.
211
It buzzes you?
212
Yes, it says, "Paul, stand up, move !" It's like a strict teacher on your wrist.
213
It is, but it's good for me.
214
It reminds me to be active.
215
That is very helpful.
216
Sometimes we forget to move when we are working or watching TV.
217
Exactly.
218
And there are apps for water, too. For water?
219
Yes, to remind you to drink water.
220
Bzzit, drink water.
221
Wow.
222
So technology keeps us healthy and hydrated. And calm.
223
Calm?
224
Yes.
225
I use an app for sleep. with sleep sometimes.
226
Me too.
227
This app plays nice sounds like rain or the ocean.
228
Whoosh.
229
Mmm, that sounds relaxing.
230
It is.
231
I listen to the sound of rain and I fall asleep very fast.
232
That is much better than looking at a bright screen before bed.
233
Yes, that is a bad habit.
234
We us from sleeping.
235
That is a very good point, Paul.
236
Technology is a tool.
237
We must use it well.
238
Yes, we control the technology.
239
The robot does not control us.
240
I hope Dusty does not control me.
241
I think you are safe.
242
You know, Paul, there is one more very important way technology improves our lives.
243
What is it?
244
Learning.
245
Learning, yes, like right now.
246
Exactly.
247
Our listeners are using technology to learn English.
248
It is amazing.
249
Years ago, to learn English, you needed a big, heavy book.
250
And you had to go to a classroom at a specific time.
251
But now you can listen to a podcast.
252
on the bus Or in the car.
253
Or while walking the dog.
254
Or while your robot cleans the floor.
255
Yes, you can learn anytime, anywhere.
256
And if you don't know a word, what do you do?
257
You check your phone.
258
The dictionary is in your pocket.
259
It is so fast.
260
You can translate words instantly.
261
It makes learning languages much more accessible – for everyone.
262
Accessible.
263
That is a great word.
264
It means everyone can use it.
265
Yes.
266
I use apps to learn cooking, too.
267
Cooking?
268
You use technology in the kitchen?
269
I watch and I copy.
270
And does the cake taste good?
271
Usually.
272
Sometimes I burn it, but that is not the phone's fault, that is my fault.
273
Technology cannot fix everything, Paul.
274
No, not yet.
275
Maybe in the future, the robot will cook the cake.
276
Oh, I would like that.
277
Me too.
278
So, Paul, we have talked about so many things.
279
We have.
280
Communication, maps, shopping, smart homes, health, and learning.
281
Technology really does elevate our daily life.
282
Elevate means to lift up, to make better.
283
Yes, it makes life smoother.
284
But… But?
285
Do you sometimes turn it off?
286
Ah, that is a good question.
287
Because sometimes it is nice to be quiet.
288
No phones, no beeps, no bzzz.
289
I agree.
290
On Sunday afternoons, I like to put my phone away.
291
Just read a real book?
292
Yes, or walk in the park without counting steps.
293
Just walking for fun.
294
That is nice.
295
Balance.
296
We need balance.
297
Exactly.
298
Use technology to help you, but don't forget the real world.
299
The trees, the birds, the friends.
300
the coffee The coffee, yes.
301
A machine makes the coffee, but we drink it.
302
Very true.
303
Well, Emily, talking about technology makes me want to go use my smartwatch.
304
Are you going to walk 10 ,000 steps?
305
Maybe 5 ,000.
306
Let's start small.
307
Good idea.
308
Start small.
309
This was a great conversation, Emily.
310
I feel energized.
311
Me too.
312
I am happy we could chat about this.
313
these things.
314
Yes, words like app, download, search, connect.
315
We use them in English all the time.
316
We do, and now our listeners can use them too.
317
We hope you enjoyed this chat about modern technology.
318
We really hope so, and now we have a question for you.
319
Yes, we want to hear from you.
320
In the comments below, please answer this question.
321
What is your favorite piece of technology?
322
phone, your computer, or maybe your robot vacuum.
323
Tell us in the comments!
324
We love reading your answers in English!
325
It is great practice for writing.
326
Don't be shy.
327
And please don't forget to subscribe to Mr. English Channel.
328
And click the like button if you learned something new today.
329
And share this podcast with a friend who is learning English.
330
Maybe send it to them on your smartphone.
331
Yes, use technology to share English.
332
everyone.
333
Thank you.
334
Have a wonderful modern day.
335
Bye, everyone.
336
See you next time.
337
Bye -bye.
Download App
Everything you need to speak fluently
AI PronunciationScore every sentence
IPA PracticeMaster every sound
VocabularyBuild your word bank
Vocab GameLearn while playing
Same Channel
A2Learn English with Real Stories | Talk About Your Life in English | Everyday English Conversations
Daily ConversationWorking Adults
A23
Simple Phrases for Every Day | English for Beginners | English Podcast
Daily ConversationWorking Adults
B11
Change Your Mindset, Change Your Life 🌱 | Real English Conversation for A1-B1 Level
Daily ConversationWorking Adults
A21
English Conversation at the Doctor (A1–A2) | Learn Real English for Daily Life | English Podcast
Daily ConversationWorking Adults
A2How to Focus on Yourself | Easy English Conversation for Beginners | English Podcast
Daily ConversationWorking Adults
B15
Practice Real English Conversation | Should Your Hobby Make Money? (A2–B1) | English Podcast
Daily ConversationWorking Adults
B13
Learn English for Job Interviews – Common Questions You MUST Know
Interview EnglishWorking Adults
A21
Daily English Sentences You MUST Know! | Speak Fluently & Confidently | English for Beginners
Daily ConversationWorking Adults
A2English in Daily Life - 🗣️ Real English at the Coffee Shop — Learn to Order Like a Native!
Travel EnglishDaily ConversationWorking Adults
B11
15 Questions Every English Learner Should Be Able to Answer | English Conversation Practice
Daily ConversationWorking Adults
A21
English in Daily Life - Learn to Talk About Yourself in English | Easy English for Real Life!
Daily ConversationWorking Adults
A21
Talking about Sports in English | Daily English Conversation for Beginners | Mr English Channel
Daily ConversationWorking Adults
A2English in Daily Life - Your Day in English | Daily Routine | Podcast for Beginners
Daily ConversationWorking Adults
A11
Learn English Conversation for Beginners (A1) | Easy Speaking Practice | English Podcast
Daily ConversationWorking Adults
B12
Talk About Your Day in English - Learn Simple Present Tense with Daily Routine | English Podcast
Daily ConversationWorking Adults
A22
English in Daily Life - English Conversation Practice - First Day at School | Real Dialogue
Daily ConversationHigh School Students
A22
Daily Conversations You MUST Know to Speak English Naturally! | English Listening Practice
Daily ConversationWorking Adults
A12
Daily Routine in English — Real English for Real Life | English Conversation for A1 Beginners
Daily ConversationWorking Adults
B15
Why You Understand English But Can't Speak It | English Speaking Practice (A2–B1)
Daily ConversationWorking Adults
B1English in Daily Life - Talk About Your Sunday | Learn English Speaking | Mr. English Channel
Daily ConversationWorking Adults
FOR YOU
Recommend Video
B21
32 sentences
Talking about Technology | Comparing the Past and the Present | How to Talk about Mobile Phones
Business EnglishTeensDaily Conversation
B120
479 sentences
English Podcast For Easy English in Daily Life | Learn English Fast | Talk About Dreams and Goals
Business EnglishTeensDaily Conversation
B132
7 sentences
Shadowing Practice – Technology in Daily Life #english #englishshadowing #shorts
TeensDaily ConversationHigh School Students
B13
250 sentences
Stop Studying Alone! Join Our English Telegram Community Today
Business EnglishDaily ConversationHigh School Students
B182
18 sentences
AI Describe a person who is good at learning and speaking new languages Part 3
TeensDaily ConversationHigh School Students
B1780 sentences
40 Minutes of Real English Conversation | Everyday English Listening Practice (A2–B1)
TeensDaily ConversationHigh School Students
B18
28 sentences
Intermediate Pronunciation - Day 22 - Technology
Business EnglishDaily ConversationHigh School Students
B17
149 sentences
The Role Of Technology In Daily Life | B1 English Listening Practice | English Podcast
Business EnglishDaily ConversationHigh School Students
B19
364 sentences
English Podcast For Easy English Conversation | My Day Without A Phone | Daily English For Beginners
Business EnglishDaily ConversationHigh School Students
A1417
76 sentences
A1 English Listening Practice - The Internet
American AccentKidsTravel EnglishTeens
B113
392 sentences
How to Manage Your Time Effectively? | English Podcast for English Speaking Practice | (A2-B1)
TeensDaily ConversationUniversity Students
B12
602 sentences
Everyday English Speaking and Listening Practice - Daily Life English Conversation Practice
Travel EnglishTeensDaily Conversation
Vocabulary and speaking notes for this lesson
This B1 speaking lesson is built on the video “English Speaking Practice for Everyday Life”. The speaker keeps coming back to these words: technology, English, Emily, Paul, robot. This video has 336 sentences and 1821 words to shadow. The speech runs for 14:11. The speaker talks at a steady 128 words per minute, a comfortable pace for shadowing. 87% of the words are among the 3,000 most common in English, so the vocabulary is easy to follow. 55 of its 336 sentences are questions, so it is good practice for question intonation and short answers.
Key vocabulary in this video
The 15 most advanced words in the video, with pronunciation and meaning:
| Word | Pronunciation | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| robot noun | /ˈɹoʊ.bɑt/ | An intelligent mechanical being designed to look like a human or other creature, and usually made from metal. |
| elevate verb | /ˈɛləveɪt/ | To raise (something) to a higher position. |
| smartwatch noun | A wristwatch with electronic functionality beyond timekeeping. | |
| listener noun | /ˈlɪs(ə)nɚ/ | Someone who listens, especially to a speech or a broadcast. |
| smartphone noun | /ˈsmɑɹtfoʊn/ | A mobile phone with more advanced features and greater computing capacity than a feature phone. |
| podcast noun | /ˈpɑdˌkæst/ | A program, especially an audio program, produced on a regular basis, delivered over the Internet in a compressed digital format and designed for playback on… |
| lazy adjective | /ˈleɪ̯zi(ː)/ | Unwilling to do work or make an effort; disinclined to exertion. |
| bzzz | Elongated form of bzz. | |
| sofa noun | /ˈsoʊ̯fə/ | An upholstered seat with a raised back and one or two raised ends, long enough to comfortably accommodate two or more people. |
| distress noun | /dɪˈstɹɛs/ | Physical or emotional discomfort, suffering, or alarm, particularly of a more acute nature. |
| wrist noun | /ɹɪst/ | The complex joint between forearm bones, carpus, and metacarpals where the hand is attached to the arm; the carpus in a narrow sense. |
| subscribe verb | /səbˈskɹaɪb/ | To write (one’s name) at the bottom of a document; to sign (one's name). |
| fold verb | /ˈfəʊld/ | To bend (any thin material, such as paper) over so that it comes in contact with itself. |
| vacuum noun | /ˈvæ.kjuːm/ | A region of space that contains no matter. |
| accessible adjective | /əkˈsɛs.ɪ.bəl/ | Easy of access or approach. |
Phrasal verbs you will hear
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| stand up verb | To rise from a lying or sitting position. |
| stand up to verb | To object to or interfere with the actions of (someone seen as bullying, pushy, or controlling). |
Sentences worth repeating
Short, complete lines from the video that you can reuse in everyday conversation:
- Why are you feeling modern?
- Even in your own city?
- What is another way technology helps you?
- Do you have any smart things in your home?
- You gave him a name?
Grammar in this video
The structures the speaker uses most, with the exact words from the video:
| Structure | In the video |
|---|---|
| Present perfect have/has + past participle — a past action that still matters now | have arrived · have talked |
| Relative clauses who / which + clause — extra information about a person or thing | friends who want · friend who is |
| Verb + -ing enjoy, keep, stop… + -ing — verbs that are followed by the -ing form | start talking · hate cleaning · love reading |
| Superlatives the -est / the most … — the top or bottom of a group | the biggest · my best |
Pronunciation to watch
The speaker uses 11 contractions and reduced forms, such as don't, I'm. Say them the short way, as you hear them.
- The “sh” and “zh” sounds: whoosh /ʍʊʃ/, dictionary /ˈdɪk.ʃəˌnɛ.ɹi/, destination /dɛstɪˈneɪʃən/
- Long words — get the stress right: accessible /əkˈsɛs.ɪ.bəl/, supermarket /ˌsupɚˈmɑɹkət/, dictionary /ˈdɪk.ʃəˌnɛ.ɹi/, destination /dɛstɪˈneɪʃən/
How to practise with this video
- Listen to the whole video once without speaking and note the words you do not know.
- Shadow it sentence by sentence at normal speed, repeating each one until your rhythm matches the speaker.
- Record yourself and compare with the original, paying attention to words like robot, elevate, smartwatch.
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.