Shadowing Practice: English through context - TikTok Compilation - Learn English Speaking with Video

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I'd like to paint my hair.
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Dye, actually, not paint.
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I'd like to dye my hair.
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Okay.
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Why did you give me the brush?
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Because you said you would dye your hair.
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I want you to do it.
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So you need to say, I'd like to get my hair dyed.
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Are you crazy?
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I'm sorry, I closed the door with force.
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You slammed the door.
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I slammed the door.
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Yeah.
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And you almost hit my face.
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Sorry, sorry.
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I didn't look at you.
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Notice is the verb.
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You didn't notice.
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I didn't notice you.
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Yes, I didn't notice you.
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You could have broken the door handle.
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Door handle?
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The door handle.
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This is the door handle.
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Door handle.
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I'm so sorry.
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How do I put gas in the tank? fill up the
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tank it's simple how do i turn on this machine the gas pump actually just insert your card
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and follow the instructions done
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and where do i put this thing the nozzle you have to remove the gas cap
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and insert it here that's so easy but the words are a little bit hard Hey,
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don't do this. Do what?
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Litter.
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Don't litter.
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Litter.
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Litter is when you throw trash on the ground like you did.
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Oh, I just threw the banana...
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Yeah, it's a banana peel, but you need to pick it up.
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So I need to pick up the banana peel.
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Okay.
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Okay.
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Good job.
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What is that on your arm?
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A bee bzzz and beat me.
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A bee stung you, actually.
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A bee stung me, yeah, and now it's...
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You mean burning.
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Burning!
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It's burning a lot.
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Try to apply this...
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Code compress.
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Thanks for the code compress.
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What kind of account would you like to open?
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I'd like one to use every day for daily transactions.
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So you'd like a checking account.
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A checking account, yes.
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And what is your monthly income?
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Like the total everything?
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You mean my general income?
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Yes, your gross income.
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Gross.
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My gross income is about...
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Wow.
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This girl, she's... Of me.
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Sorry, I don't get it.
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She's... Of me.
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Oh, she's mocking you.
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Yes, she's mocking me and I don't know why.
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It's because your jacket is backwards.
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Backwards?
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The front part is in the back and the back is in the front.
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This is so funny.
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Could you take a picture of me?
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Sure.
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Let me see.
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Oh, no, it's not in the right angle.
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Sorry.
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It's not in the right position.
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Oh, it's not upright.
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Let me take another one.
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But you didn't include my feet.
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Oh, I chopped your feet.
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You chopped my feet.
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Yeah, I'm sorry.
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I'm not a photographer.
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I'm a teacher.
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I'm looking for that thing to put in the key.
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A keychain.
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Kitchen?
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No, no, no. This is a keychain and the place to cook is kitchen.
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But they're the same.
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No, they're different how keychain has a long e sound
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and kitchen the place to cook has a short e sound kitchen oh
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so specific what's this on the menu this one is a
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plane sandwich plane can i only eat it on the plane no plane p-l-a-i-n simple sandwich ah
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so i'd like to meet i'm gigi
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and i'm the waitress here nice to meet you uh you
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said you wanted to meet me no i want the sandwich with meat ah
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so you wanted your sandwich stuffed with meat okay i'd like to return these pants what's wrong with them?
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They are um.. ripped.
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Ripped, yes they're ripped.
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Do you have the receipt with you?
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No I don't but I have the um...
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I'm sorry but the price tag is not enough.
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Huh?
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It's your phone.
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It's making notification noise.
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Ah, my phone is buzzing.
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Can you check the message for me?
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Really?
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Yeah, the password is hummingbird.
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Hummingbird?
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The bird?
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Okay.
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It's an audio message.
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Do you want me to play it?
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Yeah.
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Don't forget to take out the garbage.
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This is gross.
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I'm trying to find the place to take free liquid.
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The place to...
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Oh sure, the soda fountain.
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The soda fountain, yes.
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Follow me please.
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You can refill your glass anytime you want.
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Perfect.
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Can I have a straw?
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No, no, no, no. So, a lid?
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A lid, yes.
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Bless you.
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Bless me?
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Why?
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No, no, no, it's just the way we respond to that.
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I think I have the flu because my.. my.. heart.
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Throat.
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I think I have a throat lozenge to help you relieve the pain.
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Throat?
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Los Angeles?
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No, no, it's a throat lozenge.
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Oh, lozenge.
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That's interesting.
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I'll get better.
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Can I go first?
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No, stay here until it's your turn.
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Yes, first come, first served.
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That's the rule.
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Yeah, first come, first served.
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But I'm old, I need to go.
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Actually, the preferential line is over there.
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Who's that line for?
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For the elderly like you, pregnant women and disabled people.
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Okay, I'll go there.
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It's my line.
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I think I broke my uncle.
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Did you guys fight?
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Fight?
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No, I was just running. And?
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And now I can't move it.
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Oh, your ankle, not your uncle.
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Ankle, yes, ankle.
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Okay, let me help you.
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So let me see.
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Ow!
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But it didn't even touch you!
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But it hurts!

About This Lesson

In this lesson, you will practice English through the context provided in everyday conversations. By engaging with authentic dialogues about common situations—such as dyeing hair, filling up gas, and dealing with unexpected events—you will enhance your understanding of natural English speech. This exercise not only improves your vocabulary but also aids in honing your listening and speaking skills. As you follow along, pay attention to the nuances and intonations that bring these dialogues to life.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • Dye my hair - To change the color of your hair using a color agent.
  • Door handle - The part you use to open a door.
  • Litter - When trash is thrown carelessly on the ground.
  • Gas pump - The device used for filling your vehicle with gasoline.
  • Nozzle - The part of the gas pump that delivers gasoline into the tank.
  • Stung - Past tense of 'sting'; to experience a sharp pain from an insect bite.
  • Burning - A sensation of heat or pain, often experienced after a stinging sensation.
  • Instructions - Directions provided to guide someone on how to do something.

Practice Tips

To effectively improve your English pronunciation and speaking skills, try utilizing the shadowing technique outlined in this lesson. Start by playing the video at a comfortable speed, then pause after each line or phrase. Repeat what you hear as closely as possible to the original speaker's tone and intonation. This practice helps you internalize correct pronunciations while enhancing your fluency.

When shadowing, focus specifically on the moments that feel challenging. For instance, phrases like "I'd like to get my hair dyed" or "How do I fill up the tank?" require proper articulation. Use a shadowing site or any audio tool that allows you to match your speech to native speakers. You can also try repeating sentences a few times for better retention.

Regularly practicing with these dialogues is an excellent way to build up your English speaking practice routine. Consider making notes on any new vocabulary, and make it a goal to incorporate these terms into your everyday conversations. With dedication and the right resources, you'll notice a significant boost in your confidence while speaking English!

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.