Shadowing Practice: English Speaking Practice: Show Interest in Conversation - Learn English Speaking with Video
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Are you ready to show some interest in the conversation?
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So today we'll practice some phrases you can use to show interest in a conversation.
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When someone is telling you something and you want to encourage them to continue speaking, tell me more.
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That sounds interesting.
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That's something you can say and it shows that you're listening and interested.
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That sounds interesting.
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All right, you could also say, how did that go?
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Use this to ask about the result of something.
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How did that go?
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For example, if someone mentions an event, a meeting, or something they recently tried to do, like a job interview maybe,
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you can use this phrase to encourage them to tell you more.
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Tell me more.
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How did that go?
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How did that go?
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Now, notice we emphasize and we stress that, because it refers to the event,
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the situation the person just mentioned.
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And here's an example.
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I went to my sister's wedding on Saturday.
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Oh, really?
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How did that go?
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So you want to know more about that wedding, right?
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That is referring to the wedding.
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How did that go?
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What was that like?
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All right, this is very similar, but we use it to ask about someone's experience.
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What was that like?
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How was that experience?
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What was that experience like? So here's another one.
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No way, really?
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This is a common informal phrase you can use to show surprise.
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No way, really?
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Alright, so it's a casual, so use it with friends.
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That must have been, that must have been, use this phrase to respond to someone's experience with an adjective.
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Okay, that must have been adjective.
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For example, that must have been, that must have been scary.
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They tell you a scary story and you say, oh, that must have been scary.
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That must have been fun.
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That must have been interesting.
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That must have been boring.
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That must have been crazy.
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It's a natural way to react when someone tells you about something they experienced.
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All right, moving on.
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Here are a few more natural phrases you can use to show interest.
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No kidding?
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use this to show surprise or strong interest in what someone is saying.
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No kidding.
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Seriously?
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All right, this is surprise.
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Seriously?
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You're reacting with surprise?
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Seriously? And then what happened?
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Use this when you want the person to continue their story.
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And then what happened? And then? And then?
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Sometimes we just say it like that. And then? And then?
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How is that?
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This is a simple and natural way to ask about someone's experience.
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How is that experience?
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All right, now here's some sample conversations.
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Asking about an event.
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I had a job interview yesterday oh really how did
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that go oh really how did that go I think it went pretty well.
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Yeah, I think it went pretty well. That sounds interesting.
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What was it like?
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Alright, showing surprise.
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I saw my favorite actor at a cafe last weekend.
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No way, really?
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No way, really?
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Yes, he was sitting right next to me.
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Seriously?
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That must have been exciting.
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Seriously, that must have been exciting.
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All right.
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I'm going to tell you about the time I saw an actor.
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Twice in my life, I met an actor.
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the first time was at a ski resort
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and i was eating lunch with my friend at the lodge
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and he my friend was like look behind you and i look behind me and it was the actor robert redford
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you might not know him he's from a long time ago
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and uh he was eating with his family i was just It's like, oh, it's Robert Radford.
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Oh, my gosh.
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The second famous person I met was at an airport.
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And she was in the airport bookstore looking at the magazines.
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And she was searching for a magazine.
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You probably know this person.
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She's Monica from the TV show Friends.
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At that time, I didn't know the TV show Friends.
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But I recognized her from the movie Ace Ventura, Pet Detective with Jim Carrey.
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And I said, that's that girl from Ace Ventura, Pet Detective to my friend.
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And we went over to the magazine rack.
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And my friend spoke and he said, are you from the movie Ace Ventura, Pet Detective?
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And she looked up at us and she said, yes.
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And then I said, oh, we thought that was you. So stupid.
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But we were just young guys, and that was it.
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That was the whole conversation.
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And then we just nodded.
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So, bad example on how to keep a conversation going.
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All right, that was when I saw Monica from France.
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Moving on.
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Encouraging someone to continue.
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We got lost during our trip and ended up in a tiny village.
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Wow, that sounds interesting.
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And then what happened?
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A local family helped us find our hotel.
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That must have been such a memorable experience.
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Yeah, it was.
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Okay, asking about an experience.
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I tried rock climbing for the first time.
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Oh, nice.
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What was that like?
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It was difficult, but really fun.
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That must have been a good time.
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Yeah, it was.
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It was a great time.
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All right.
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That was a short one.
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Boom.
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Join me in the next lesson.
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In the next practice, we're going to practice some useful phrases to keep a conversation going.
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I could have used these phrases in my situation with Monica.
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All right.
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We'll see you there.
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Mastering Conversation Interest: Key Phrases for Natural English
Effective communication isn’t just about speaking—it’s about showing you’re engaged. The video highlights how simple phrases can transform interactions, making them more dynamic and meaningful. Whether you’re chatting with friends or colleagues, these tools help you connect by encouraging others to share more. Let’s break down the most practical takeaways for english speaking practice.
Top 5 Phrases to Show Interest in Daily Talks
- "Tell me more": A classic way to prompt someone to elaborate. It signals active listening and curiosity, perfect for keeping a conversation flowing.
- "How did that go?": Ideal for asking about the result of an event, like a job interview or wedding. Stress "that" to refer to the specific topic, making your question feel personal.
- "What was that like?": Focuses on the experience itself. Use it to dig deeper into feelings or details, such as how a first rock climbing session felt.
- "No way. Really?": A casual, surprised reaction great for friends. It shows you’re shocked or excited by what you hear, adding energy to the chat.
- "That must have been [adjective]": A natural way to react to stories. Pair it with words like "scary," "fun," or "exciting" to validate the speaker’s experience.
Step-by-Step Shadowing Guide to Perfect These Phrases
Shadowing—repeating phrases aloud as you hear them—is a proven method to improve english pronunciation and fluency. Here’s how to use the video for shadowspeak practice:
- Listen first: Watch the video once to understand the context. Note how the speaker stresses words like "that" in "How did that go?"
- Repeat immediately: Pause after each phrase and mimic the tone, rhythm, and stress. For example, say "No way. Really?" with the same surprised intonation as the speaker.
- Record yourself: Compare your version to the video. Notice differences in pace or pronunciation—this helps refine your delivery.
- Practice in context: Use the sample dialogues to role-play. Imagine you’re the one reacting to a friend’s story about meeting a celebrity, and use phrases like "Seriously, that must have been exciting."
For extra support, a shadowing app can help you slow down audio or loop tricky sections. With consistent practice, these phrases will feel natural, making your conversations more engaging and authentic.
Grammar in this video
The structures the speaker uses most, with the exact words from the video:
| Structure | In the video |
|---|---|
| Past continuous was/were + -ing — an action in progress at a moment in the past | was sitting · was eating · was searching |
| Present continuous am/is/are + -ing — something happening right now or around now | is telling · you're listening · is referring |
| Future with “going to” be going to + verb — a plan or something you can see coming | I'm going to tell · we're going to practice |
| Future with “will” will + verb — a decision, promise or prediction | we'll practice · We'll see |
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.