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Vocabulary and speaking notes for this lesson
This video has 32 sentences and 206 words to shadow. The speech runs for 1:07. The speaker talks fast, about 184 words per minute, so expect linked and reduced sounds. Only 75% of the words are among the 3,000 most common in English, so the vocabulary is demanding.
Key vocabulary in this video
13 words from the video worth learning, with pronunciation and meaning:
| Word | Pronunciation | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| finger noun | /ˈfɪŋɡɚ/ | A slender jointed extremity of the human hand, (often) exclusive of the thumb, and the corresponding part, irrespective of including a thumb, in many other… |
| silent adjective | /ˈsaɪ̯lənt/ | Free from sound or noise; absolutely still; perfectly quiet. |
| belong verb | /bɪˈlɒŋ/ | To have its proper place. |
| involve verb | /ɪnˈvɑlv/ | To have (something) as a component or a related part; to comprise, to include. |
| specialist noun | /ˈspɛʃəlɪst/ | Someone who is an expert in, or devoted to, some specific branch of study or research. |
| auction noun | /ˈɔkʃən/ | A public event where goods or property are sold to the highest bidder. |
| naval adjective | /ˈneɪvəl/ | Of or relating to a navy. |
| civilian noun | /sɪˈvɪl.jən/ | A person following the pursuits of civil life, especially one who is not an active member of the armed forces. |
| gentleman noun | /ˈd͡ʒɛn.təl.mən/ | Any well-bred, well-mannered, or charming man. |
| classify verb | /ˈklæs.əˌfaɪ/ | to identify by or divide into classes; to categorize |
| blimp noun | /ˈblɪmp/ | An airship constructed with a nonrigid lifting agent container. |
| aviator noun | An aircraft pilot, especially a military pilot. The use of the word may imply claims of superior airmanship, as in navy aviator vs. air force pilot. | |
| familiarize verb | /fəˈmɪliəɹaɪ̯z/ | To make or become familiar with something or someone. |
Phrasal verbs you will hear
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| cover up verb | To conceal or disguise. |
| get out of verb | To leave, exit or escape from; to become free of. |
| look around verb | To inspect a building or area. |
| stand up verb | To rise from a lying or sitting position. |
Pronunciation to watch
The speaker uses 13 contractions and reduced forms, such as I'm, you're, I've. Say them the short way, as you hear them.
- The “sh” and “zh” sounds: specialist /ˈspɛʃəlɪst/, auction /ˈɔkʃən/
How to practise with this video
- Listen to the whole video once without speaking and note the words you do not know.
- Start at 0.75× speed, shadow it sentence by sentence, then go back to normal speed once it feels easy.
- Record yourself and compare with the original, paying attention to words like finger, silent, belong.
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.