Shadowing Practice: English Speaking Practice with the 10-Minute Rule | English Podcast 🎧 - Learn English Speaking with Video
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Hello English learners and welcome to the English Easy Practice Podcast.
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I'm Emily.
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And I'm Mike.
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We're so happy you're here with us today.
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Every week we talk about real, everyday English.
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We help you understand and use English in your daily life.
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That's right.
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And today's topic is something that many learners face, procrastination.
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That means when you wait or delay doing something, like studying English.
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Yes.
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Today we'll show you a simple trick to beat procrastination.
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It's called the 10-minute rule.
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Just 10 minutes.
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That's it.
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If you don't feel like studying, this tip can really help.
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It's easy and it works for many people.
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So in this podcast, you'll get helpful advice, listening practice, and chances to speak English with us.
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Are you ready?
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Let's get started and learn how to stop waiting and start learning.
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Now we'll start with a short conversation that's full of helpful English.
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Then we'll learn new vocabulary, ask you some easy questions, and do shadowing practice together.
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Let's have fun and learn together.
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Try the 10-minute rule.
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Hi, Lisa.
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You look a bit tired.
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Are you okay?
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Yeah.
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I want to study English, but I keep putting it off.
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I know that feeling, but have you tried the 10-minute rule?
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What's that?
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You study for just 10 minutes.
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That's all.
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After that, you can stop if you want.
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Hmm, just 10 minutes?
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That sounds easy.
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Yes, it helps your brain get started.
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And usually, you keep going after that. That makes sense.
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I always feel lazy at the beginning.
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Right, but once you start, it's not so hard.
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I use it when I don't feel like learning.
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I'll try it now.
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Maybe I'll watch an English video for 10 minutes.
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Good idea.
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Let me know if it works for you.
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Thanks, Tom.
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You always have good tips.
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So, before we learn new words, let's talk more about today's topic, the 10-minute rule.
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Mike, have you ever felt too tired or lazy to study?
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Oh yes, many times.
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Sometimes I look at my book and just don't want to start.
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But there's a trick that really helps me.
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It's called the 10-minute rule.
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Ah, yes, I love that rule.
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It's super simple.
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Just study for 10 minutes.
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That's it.
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Right.
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You don't need to study for one hour or two hours, just 10 minutes.
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After that, you can stop if you want.
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The great part is, most of the time, when you start, you keep going.
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You think, okay, I'm already doing this, I'll do a little more.
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Exactly.
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The hard part is just starting.
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But once you begin, it feels easier.
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It's like your brain wakes up.
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Yes, this rule is great for English learners.
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If you don't feel like studying, just tell yourself, I'll do only 10 minutes.
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You can listen to a short podcast, read one page, or watch a short video.
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10 minutes is not scary and it's easy to fit into your day.
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And even if you stop after 10 minutes, it's still a win.
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You did something.
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That builds a good habit.
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So if you're listening right now and feel lazy, just try the 10-minute rule.
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Start small, you might be surprised how far you can go.
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Vocabulary Now, let's look at some useful words and phrases from the conversation.
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Yes, these will help you understand and speak English better.
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Let's start with the first one.
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Put off.
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To put off means to delay or not do something now because you don't want to do it.
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Example, I always put off my homework until the last minute.
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Keep going.
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To keep going means to continue doing something even when it's difficult.
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Example, I wanted to stop running but I kept going and finished the race. That makes sense.
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We say that makes sense when something is clear or easy to understand.
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Example, do you study better in the morning?
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That makes sense.
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You have more energy then.
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Try to use these phrases when you speak English.
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They're common and helpful.
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Now let's practice speaking together.
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Now we'll help you practice speaking with some easy questions about the conversation.
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This is called the listen and answer method.
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Mike will ask questions and you should try to answer them out loud.
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Speaking out loud is very important.
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It helps you speak faster and more naturally in English.
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If you don't know the answer, don't worry, just listen to the correct answer and try again later.
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You can pause the video, go back and listen again.
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Repeating this practice many times will help you remember words, understand better, and speak more confidently.
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So, let's start practicing together.
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Answer the questions out loud.
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Hi, Lisa.
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You look a bit tired.
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Are you okay?
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Did Tom say, you look great, to Lisa?
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No, he didn't.
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He didn't say, you look great.
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Did Lisa look happy or tired?
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Tired.
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Lisa looked a bit tired.
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Yeah, I want to study English, but I keep putting it off.
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Why did Lisa feel tired?
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Because she keeps putting off studying English.
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What does Lisa want to do?
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She wants to study English.
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Does Lisa study English every day?
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No, she doesn't.
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She keeps putting it off.
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I know that feeling, but...
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Have you tried the 10-minute rule?
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Did Tom give Lisa some advice?
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Yes, he did.
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He gave her advice.
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What advice did Tom give Lisa?
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To try the 10-minute rule.
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What's that?
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You study for just 10 minutes.
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That's all.
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After that, you can stop if you want.
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What is the 10-minute rule?
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Study for just 10 minutes, then stop if you want.
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Hmm, just 10 minutes?
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That sounds easy.
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Did Lisa understand the rule?
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Yes, she did.
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She thought it sounded easy.
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Yes, it helps your brain get started.
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And usually, you keep going after that.
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Why is the rule helpful?
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Because it helps your brain get started. That makes sense.
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I always feel lazy at the beginning.
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What does Lisa feel at the beginning?
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Lazy.
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She always feels lazy at the beginning.
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Right, but once you start, it's not so hard.
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I use it when I don't feel like learning.
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Is it hard after starting?
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No, it's not so hard once you start.
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Does Tom use the 10-minute rule too?
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Yes, he does.
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He uses it when he doesn't feel like learning.
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I'll try it now.
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Maybe I'll watch an English video for 10 minutes.
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What did Lisa decide to do?
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She decided to try it now.
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Will Lisa watch a Spanish video for 10 minutes?
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No, she won't watch a Spanish video.
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What will she watch?
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She'll watch an English video for 10 minutes.
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Good idea.
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Let me know if it works for you.
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Did Tom think watching a video was a good idea?
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Yes, he did.
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He said it was a good idea.
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Thanks, Tom.
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You always have good tips.
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Why did Lisa thank Tom?
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Because he always gives good tips.
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Now let's practice shadowing.
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You'll hear one speaker's line.
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Listen carefully, then say it out loud.
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After that, read the other speaker's line yourself.
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You'll take turns speaking both parts of the conversation.
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If it's too fast, just pause or slow down the video.
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Repeat this practice often.
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Shadowing helps you speak more clearly, naturally, and with confidence.
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Hi, Lisa.
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You look a bit tired.
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Are you okay?
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I know that feeling, but...
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Have you tried the 10-minute rule?
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You study for just 10 minutes.
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That's all.
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After that, you can stop if you want.
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Yes, it helps your brain get started.
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And usually, you keep going after that.
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Right, but once you start, it's not so hard.
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I use it when I don't feel like learning.
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Good idea.
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Let me know if it works for you.
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Yeah, I want to study English, but I keep putting it off.
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What's that?
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Hmm, just ten minutes? That sounds easy. That makes sense.
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I always feel lazy at the beginning.
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I'll try it now.
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Maybe I'll watch an English video for 10 minutes.
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Thanks, Tom.
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You always have good tips!
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Great job today, everyone!
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You listened, learned new words, and practiced speaking with us.
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Yes, remember, to speak English well, you need to practice often.
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So watch this video again.
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Two times, three times or more.
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Each time you'll understand more and speak better.
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And don't forget to try the 10-minute rule.
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Even when you don't feel like studying, just start with 10 minutes.
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You can do it!
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If you like this lesson, check out more videos on our English Easy Practice YouTube channel.
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We have many helpful lessons for you.
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Also, visit our website, EnglishEasyPractice.com, for free resources, PDFs, and audio files to help you learn faster.
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We'd love to hear from you.
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Leave a comment and tell us, have you tried the 10-minute rule?
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Did it help you?
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Thanks for learning with us today.
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Keep going, keep practicing, and we'll see you in the next lesson.
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Bye for now and happy learning!
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Vocabulary and speaking notes for this lesson
This video has 215 sentences and 1486 words to shadow. The speech runs for 15:53. The speaker talks slowly, about 94 words per minute, so there is time to copy every sound. 91% of the words are among the 3,000 most common in English, so the vocabulary is easy to follow.
Key vocabulary in this video
15 less common words from the video, with pronunciation and meaning:
- lazy /ˈleɪ̯zi(ː)/ (adjective) — Unwilling to do work or make an effort; disinclined to exertion.
- helpful /ˈhɛlp.fl̩/ (adjective) — Furnishing help; giving aid; useful.
- lesson /ˈlɛs.ən/ (noun) — A section of learning or teaching into which a wider learning content is divided.
- shadow /ˈʃædəʊ̯/ (noun) — A dark image projected onto a surface where light (or other radiation) is blocked by the shade of an object.
- podcast /ˈpɑdˌkæst/ (noun) — 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…
- topic /ˈtɑpɪk/ (noun) — A subject; a theme; a category or general area of interest.
- naturally /ˈnæt͡ʃ.(ə.)ɹə.li/ (adverb) — In a natural manner.
- trick /ˈtɹɪk/ (noun) — Something designed to fool, dupe, outsmart, mislead or swindle.
- delay /dɪˈleɪ̯/ (noun) — A period of time before an event occurs; the act of delaying; procrastination; lingering inactivity.
- phrase /ˈfɹeɪ̯z/ (noun) — A short written or spoken expression.
- pause /pɔːz/ (noun) — A temporary stop or rest; an intermission of action; interruption; suspension; cessation.
- vocabulary /vəˈkæb.jə.lə.ɹi/ (noun) — A usually alphabetized and explained collection of words e.g. of a particular field, or prepared for a specific purpose, often for learning.
- audio /ˈɔ.di.oʊ/ (adjective) — Focused on audible sound, as opposed to sight.
- everyday /ˈɛvɹiˌdeɪ/ (adjective) — Appropriate for ordinary use, rather than for special occasions.
- carefully /ˈkɛɹf(ə)li/ (adverb) — With care; attentively, circumspectly.
Phrasal verbs you will hear
- put off (verb) — To postpone, especially through procrastination.
- go after (verb) — To pursue in attempt to catch another.
- look at (verb) — To observe or watch.
- check out (verb) — To record the departure or withdrawal of someone or something (such as guests, employees, books, etc.).
- fit into (verb) — To be of the right size and shape to be placed in a location.
- go back (verb) — To return to a place or state after having been there at a previous time.
- hear from (verb) — To receive updates or opinions from (someone).
- slow down (verb) — To decelerate.
Pronunciation to watch
The speaker uses 43 contractions and reduced forms, such as don't, I'll, we'll. Say them the short way, as you hear them.
- The “sh” and “zh” sounds: shadow /ˈʃædəʊ̯/, procrastination /pɹəʊˌkɹæs.tɪˈneɪ.ʃən/
- Long words — get the stress right: naturally /ˈnæt͡ʃ.(ə.)ɹə.li/, vocabulary /vəˈkæb.jə.lə.ɹi/, procrastination /pɹəʊˌkɹæs.tɪˈneɪ.ʃən/, confidently /ˈkɑnfɪdəntli/
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 lazy, helpful, lesson.
Grammar in this video
The structures the speaker uses most, with the exact words from the video:
| Structure | In the video |
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| Present perfect have/has + past participle — a past action that still matters now | have you tried |
| Verb + -ing enjoy, keep, stop… + -ing — verbs that are followed by the -ing form | stop waiting · keep putting · keep going |
| Future with “will” will + verb — a decision, promise or prediction | we'll show · you'll get · we'll start |
| Present continuous am/is/are + -ing — something happening right now or around now | I'm already doing · is just starting · you're listening |
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.