Shadowing Practice: Excursion and feeling - Learn English Speaking with Video

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Hey, Danielle!
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How was your school excursion last weekend?
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I heard you visited several famous assistants.
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It was amazing!
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We went to an aquarium first, and then we visited a beautiful cathedral near the harbor.
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I was really excited because I had never seen such a huge aquarium before.
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That sounds fantastic!
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Did you visit any historical places?
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Yes, we visited an old palace and saw a famous monument with a huge statue in front of it.
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At first, I was confused because there were so many tourists, but our guide was very flexible and helped us find our group.
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I can imagine!
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Were you ever frightened during the excursion?
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Actually, yes.
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I was terrified when I accidentally got separated from my classmates.
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I became really anxious because I didn't know where they were.
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Then, I saw our teacher and I immediately felt relieved.
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Wow, I would have been frightened too.
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I sometimes feel shy and embarrassed when I have to ask strangers for help.
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Same here.
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But one of my classmates showed great generosity.
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She helped me find the group, and I was delighted and extremely grateful.
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That's really kind.
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I think generosity and honesty are very important qualities.
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A generous person can make other people feel comfortable, especially when they are upset or confused.
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Daniel.
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I agree.
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However, there was one strange moment.
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I saw a man looking at our bags in a suspicious way, so I became a little nervous.
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Really?
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What happened?
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Nothing serious.
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Our teacher noticed him too, but it turned out that he was just looking for his own bag.
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I felt a little ashamed because I had judged him too quickly.
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That's understandable.
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Sometimes our feelings can affect our judgment.
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When we are anxious or frightened, we may become more sensitive to small things.
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Exactly.
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But the trip also made me think about my ambition.
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I want to travel to different countries in the future, so I need to be more enthusiastic and confident.
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That's a great ambition.
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Creativity and cheerfulness can also help when you travel.
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You need creativity to solve unexpected problems and cheerfulness to enjoy new experiences.
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Absolutely!
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And I think flexibility is important too.
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Things don't always happen according to plan, so we have to stay flexible.
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You're right.
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I'm actually a little envious of your trip, but I'm also happy for you.
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Don't be envious.
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You can join our next excursion.
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I promise it will be exciting.
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Deal!
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Hopefully, next time I'll be more enthusiastic and less shy, and I'll try to be more flexible, generous, and honest about my feelings.

Practicing English with a Fun Excursion Dialogue

Want to learn English with videos that feel like real life? This conversation between two friends sharing an exciting school excursion is perfect. It’s packed with everyday emotions, travel scenarios, and natural phrases—ideal for english speaking practice or even IELTS speaking practice. Let’s break down how to use it to boost your skills.

Top 5 Phrases for Daily Communication

  • “I was terrified when I accidentally got separated” – Great for describing strong emotions in unexpected situations.
  • “I felt relieved” – A common way to express comfort after stress, useful in both casual and formal talks.
  • “She showed great generosity” – Perfect for praising others’ kindness, a must for IELTS speaking topics on relationships.
  • “I became a little nervous” – A natural way to admit anxiety, essential for daily chats.
  • “Things don’t always happen according to plan” – A relatable phrase for discussing flexibility, key in travel or work contexts.

Step-by-Step Shadowing Guide to Improve Pronunciation

Shadowing (repeating aloud right after the speaker) is a proven way to improve english pronunciation and fluency. Here’s how to use this video:

  1. Listen once to get the gist of the excursion story and emotions (excitement, fear, relief).
  2. Break it into 10-second clips. Pause after each, then repeat, focusing on matching the tone—like the friend’s “Wow, I would have been frightened too” (rise in pitch for emphasis).
  3. Focus on connected speech. Notice how “I was really excited” flows into “I was reallly excited” (linking “was” and “really”).
  4. Record yourself and compare to the video. Did you capture the “relieved” sigh or the “ashamed” tone? Adjust until it sounds natural.

This dialogue isn’t just about words—it’s about expressing feelings, a skill that makes your English sound more native. So hit play, start shadowing, and turn this excursion chat into your next shadowspeaks win!

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 →