Shadowing Practice: Extra English episode 1 Hectors arrival (part2) - Learn English Speaking with Video

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My cars.
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You play with cars?
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Yes, you play, no, I play with cars.
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He plays with cars.
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I read, I love the library.
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Fascinating.
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We go to the library too, don't we Bridget?
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Yes yes, it's great good I live here you live in a museum full of old things
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old things? yes, I have lots of old things I live in a museum ok,
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I live in a museum thank you Hector,
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and now we'll show you the flat This is the bedroom.
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Thank you.
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When do you sleep?
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No, you don't understand.
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We only have one bedroom.
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One?
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I have 20.
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20?
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Yes.
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He lives in a museum with 20 bedrooms.
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Oh, very funny, 20 bedrooms.
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Well, you can sleep here.
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Thank you.
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Oh, no, no, no, Hector.
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It's a bed.
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A bed?
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Oh, here's a cushion.
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Oh, thank you.
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Oh, this, of course, is the TV.
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Just relax, I must go to the bathroom.
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Psst, Annie, bathroom.
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Now!
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Oh my goodness, what are we going to do?
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He plays with toy cars.
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He is not a sexy Argentinian.
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But he is sweet.
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And he is polite.
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But those clothes!
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Oh, he is so old-fashioned.
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He must go.
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Oh, it's not good.
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Room service.
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Hello, who are you?
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Oh, you are quick.
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Good.
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Eh?
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My luggage is downstairs.
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Huh?
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Bring it up, please.
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What are you doing?
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I pull you comb.
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You are the butler.
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The butler?
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I am Nick.
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I live next door.
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Oh, I am Hector.
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Oh, Hector from Argentina.
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Yes, from Argentina.
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Where are the girls?
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The girls?
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Yeah, Bridget and Annie.
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Oh, they live here.
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Yeah, I know.
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Where's Bridget?
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Does she know you are here?
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Bridget, she gave me this.
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Hello, Nick.
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Oh, this is Hector from Argentina.
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Yeah, I know.
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Isn't he wonderful?
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Wonderful.
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Are you hungry?
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Who?
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We'll buy your lunch.
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What would you like to eat?
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Fish and chips?
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Oh, fish and sheeps.
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Nick, Hector make friends?
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Nick, teach Hector some English.
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Yeah, OK.
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I'll teach Hector some English.
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Yo, Dan, how's it going?
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The chicks in the apartment opposite have a visitor.
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Hector from Argentina.
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Oh, you are quick.
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Good.
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He can't speak English.
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Man, he thought I was the butler.
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I pulled you come.
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You are the butler.
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The butler?
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And even worse, I think he fancies Bridget.
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She gave me this.
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The girls have gone out so I will teach him to speak English.
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I'll teach Hector some English.
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See what I mean?
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Stay cool, end.
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PS.
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Big decision.
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Today I joined an acting agency.
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Brad Pitt is history.
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OK.
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This is the oven.
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This is the oven.
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Annie's dog sleeps in the oven.
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Annie's dog sleeps in the oven.
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So you say, Annie, the dog is in the oven.
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Annie, the dog is in the oven.
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Great.
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Now Bridget.
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Oh.
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Oh dear.
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Well, Bridget likes strong men, especially strong legs.
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I am strong.
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Yeah?
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Can you cycle 50 kilometers?
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No way.
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Well, go on then, show me.
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Yeah, look.
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Adios, amigo.
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Oh, Bridget,
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Annie, lunch!
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Fish and ships!
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Yes, lunch Hector.
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Look, Bridget, 50 kilometers.
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Oh, Annie, the dog is in the oven.
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What?
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Hi.
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Everything okay?
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Great.
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I am, how do you say?
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Dead.
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Hot.
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Hot, yeah, I am hot.
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I need a...
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Shower.
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Yeah, I need a shower.
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Be my guest.
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Oh, thank you.
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Right!
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That's it.
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He must go.
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Why?
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so nice.
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He used my bike.
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And he said that the dog was in the oven.
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What a horrible joke.
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Where is Charlie?
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Charlie?
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What a bad, bad boy.
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He must go.
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Can he stay with you, Nick?
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Uh-uh.
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Sorry, ladies.
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Oh, please, Nick.
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You have a spare room.
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No way.
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Not my problem.
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He must go now.
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But he's in the shower.
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I don't care.
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Hector, please come out.
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We want to talk to you.
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I like fish and chips.
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Hector, please come out.
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We want to talk to you.
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Okay, one moment, please.
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I like fish and chips.
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Yes, you want me?
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We think we.. we.. we have a problem.
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It's like this.
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Go on then, tell him.
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Yes, Bridget?
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Richard?
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Hector, the thing is...
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Stay there.
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I'll talk to him.
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Hector, can I have a word, please?
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Ricky Martin!
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Hector, is this you?
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Yes, I'm my parents.
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The Romero family.
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One of the richest families in Argentina.
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Who are these?
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My...
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Servant?
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Yeah, my servants.
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Your cars?
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Yeah, my cars.
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Hector, you are rich.
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Why stay here?
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I want friends, good friends.
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People like you for your money?
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That's awful.
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Listen, keep it a secret.
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Okay, okay.
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He could stay here.
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Yes, poor boy.
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Hector come and stay with me.
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I have two rooms.
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Shut up Nick.
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Hector will stay with us won't you Hector?
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Come and sit down.
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Heta, please, call me Gigi.
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Oh, Charlie, there you are.
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Oh, Annie, the dog is in the oven.
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The oven?
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Yes, Nick is a good English teacher.
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Yes, a very good English teacher.
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I'd love to see your photos again.
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Oh, me too.
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Oh, your sweet toy cars.
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They are not toys.
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Today, Hector arrives and it's bonfire night.
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Let's party.
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What sort of music do you like?
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Music?
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Yeah, music.
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Like, you know, soul, funk, dance.
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Watch me like this.
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Interesting.
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I dance like this.
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Ooh.
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I'll get in, I'll get in.
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Hello.
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Oh, yeah, that's great.
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Sure, come up.
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It's the landlady!
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The tarantula!
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Quick, hide Hector!
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I'm off, I owe two weeks' rent.
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next time in extra the flatmates go shopping for Hector Hector go shopping for the girls
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but what happens when Hector goes shopping for himself extra don't miss it
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Context & Background

In the second part of the first episode of "Extra English," we are introduced to Hector, a character who brings a comedic flair to the dialogue. The interactions revolve around everyday experiences like sharing living spaces, discussing hobbies, and navigating misunderstandings between characters. The light-hearted nature of the conversation provides a context that is relatable and engaging for learners of English. In particular, the situations depict cultural differences and the quirky elements of communication, making it an excellent opportunity for english speaking practice.

Top 5 Phrases for Daily Communication

  • "Do you play with cars?" - A simple question that can lead to discussions about hobbies.
  • "I live in a museum." - A humorous way to express an unusual living situation, which can be adapted for different contexts.
  • "What are we going to do?" - A common phrase to express concern or uncertainty, useful in various scenarios.
  • "Oh, very funny!" - An expression of sarcasm or light-hearted banter, great for conversational practice.
  • "Bring it up, please." - A polite request that learners can use in everyday English interactions.

Step-by-step Shadowing Guide

To effectively use this video for your learning journey, follow this shadowing technique that will help you improve english pronunciation and fluency:

  1. Watch the First Time: Watch the video in full without interruption. Focus on the context and the overall meaning of the conversation.
  2. Listen Actively: Play the video again, but this time, listen for specific words and phrases. Note down any expressions that stand out to you.
  3. Repeat After the Speakers: Use the shadowspeak method by pausing after each line and repeating exactly what the characters say. Pay attention to their intonation and pronunciation.
  4. Practice Speaking Aloud: After you’ve shadowed the characters, try to recreate the dialogue on your own. Use the phrases you've learned to encourage spontaneity in your English speaking.
  5. Record Yourself: An important part of this exercise is to record yourself speaking. Listening to your own pronunciation will highlight areas for improvement and help track your progress over time.

By utilizing this structured approach, you will not only enhance your language skills but also make learning enjoyable as you learn english with youtube. Engaging with natural dialogues like the ones in "Extra English" can significantly elevate your confidence in speaking.

Grammar in this video

The structures the speaker uses most, with the exact words from the video:

StructureIn the video
Future with “will” will + verb — a decision, promise or predictionwe'll show · We'll buy · I'll teach
Obligation: must / have to / need to saying that something is necessarymust go

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.

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