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family morning routine [Music]
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Lana wake up don't forget to do your bed mommy are you making breakfast what do we have today
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we have salads eggs milk and bread can I have some bacon also sure go to wash your face and brush your
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teeth first yeah I see [Music]
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honey help me to make a table okay give me a second I'm gonna finish watering the garden
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did you do exercise today yeah I did it when did you get up I got up at 5am today
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really why did you get up so early didn't you hear Plum bark so loud no not at all
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oh my I can't sleep because of his voice then I woke up and walked him around
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he may be hungry at that time not really I fed him but you see he ate not much did you take a shower
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not yet I'm going to take a bath now okay quickly breakfast is almost done sure
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[Music] Lana quickly I need to use the bathroom
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use the bathroom on the third floor I still need to wash my hair I need to go to school early today come on
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I'm not done use the other [Music]
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oh my who is that what's up Tony I'm taking a shower I need to use the toilet Daddy I can't bear anymore
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two minutes okay quickly I will go to get dressed and then come
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back in two minutes keep your words sure [Music] two
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breakfast time [Music] do you need my help mommy
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are you sure yes absolutely I don't have classes today so I have time okay good girl [Music]
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what do we have today Mom today we have waffles sausages sliced bacon and milk
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can I prepare waffles I love waffles okay it's not too difficult to make a waffle what should we do first
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we should prepare the ingredients eggs flour milk oil sugar salt baking powder and a bit of vanilla
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there are too many things I prepared them all over here you just need to mix them all
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okay but what exactly should I do first like start with these eggs or flour or anything
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beat eggs in a large bowl with a hand beater until fluffy okay I will try to crack the egg
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oh my let me help now can you help me to open the flower bag over there
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then beat in flour milk vegetable oil sugar baking powder salt and vanilla
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just until smooth okay it sounds easier this bag is too hard to open look at you
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you should go to wash your face and your hands [Music]
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sorry Mom I really want to help but I think I'm just making trouble now
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dear I'm happy you are here with me you should add two teaspoons of salt into that meat for me okay no no the small spoon
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[Music] three decorating the house
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[Music] what are you doing we are decorating our living room
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but why Daddy bought a new grandfather clock and Mommy changed the curtains oh my
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I love that curtains don't throw it away I bought a new one having color matched with a sofa
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look at it it is more beautiful okay it's up to you come here give me a hand
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okay where should we put the wing chair next to the sofa okay what about the floor lamp
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there's no space for it ah put it next to the TV should we change the carpet also
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its color is so weird when it is put in the middle of the room it's the best carpet we have I will look for a new one later
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if we leave the sofa here is it too difficult to watch TV hmm the TV should be moved to the right a bit
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foreign okay is it better now yeah
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Daddy I want to hang my painting here come on Lana no one wants to look at your painting
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it matches the curtains you see that's a great idea Lana
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[Music] four monthly bills
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honey I received the electricity bill today how much is it it is higher than last month
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oh my we also have a water and sewer bill that hasn't been paid yet we need to pay for the internet next month don't we
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yeah it's next month not this month it will be a big amount yeah I'm considering changing internet
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service this one is so expensive let's check the connection speed first because Lana and Tony need to learn some
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online classes I know Tony asked me to let him join a gym club is the gym membership fee expensive
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I don't know I haven't asked him yet I want to ask for your thoughts first it's good for him to take part in a gym
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club if the fee is not a huge amount let him join okay what should we do to save money
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we have too many bills to pay monthly we should cancel some services that we rarely use I don't think there are any things like
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this such as Disney and Netflix we should use only one of them I see
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I will ask Lana and Tony which they prefer we should pay attention to electricity and water as well yeah sometimes we forget to turn off the
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light when we went out okay
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five doing household chores foreign
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[Music] what we still have many food in our
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refrigerator because today the supermarket has a sale program for loyal customers I want to go there and buy something
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okay I will water the garden while waiting for you should remind Lana and Tony to do the household chores as well
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sure no worries before watering I think you should sweep the falling leaves yeah I know no worries
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Lana what are you doing I am painting you should do your bed now then vacuum the floors
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yeah two minutes I want to complete this picture first okay [Music]
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Tony Lana did laundry you should hang them on okay Dad clean your windows as well they are a
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bit dirty sure [Music]
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Lana can you help me to wash the dishes no way today is your turn I have to repair my bike I need to use
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it this afternoon you have to do laundry for one week come on three days are fine
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no five days I will not negotiate anymore okay deal
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[Music] six grocery shopping
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weekly daddy we are going to be late I'm coming do you bring the list mommy took note of yeah I took a picture of it
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okay let's go we need to buy a lot of things foreign
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[Music] what are we going to buy first let's go to the produce section to buy fruit and vegetables which vegetables
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should we buy okay let's see we need potatoes tomatoes and some oranges
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I would like to buy some watermelon they look so fresh okay then we need to buy some milk we are run out of milk
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where should we find milk dairy product section I will go there to collect some okay
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how would you like to pay I will pay by credit card here you are thank you
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[Music] Hey Thomas nice to meet you here nice to meet you too long time no see you
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yeah I was busy some days I'm just back to New York last month are you going to return home now
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yeah I am going home now do you want to go with us sure thanks
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oh my God I think we take Thomas's bag by mistake really oh we need to give it back to him
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let me go to his home [Music]
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Oh Thomas hello again I think I keep your bag by mistake yeah we just realized it
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uh here is your bag foreign
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what's for dinner [Music] I'm home hi Mommy
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did you cook dinner Tony I would do but mommy looks the refrigerator is empty really
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yeah Tony is right we were going to prepare pasta and pot roast then we realized that we have nothing
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it's late now we are not able to go to market then cook dinner yeah should we order food online
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okay what food do you want for dinner I would like to have a pizza it's a long time since we don't eat pizza
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no that sucks so what do you prefer Tony suddenly I would like to try Korean food
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I have a Korean friend and his lunchbox looks amazing that's a great idea like Korean food Mommy
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[Music] should we go to eat out I know a new restaurant
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do they serve noodle hamburger fried chicken tacos and some other fast food
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I also know a beef steak restaurant I'm not really want to go out now should we go to Grandma's house
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I remember she invited us home to eat seafood I don't think it's a great idea we should tell her in advance to prepare
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okay I will make a decision we will order fast food choose what you want and then I will book delivery
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great yes Mom [Music] eight
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parts of the house
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hi Kyle hi James how are you I'm great come in It's Cold Outside it's the first time I visit your house
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in New York right yeah this is our new house very nice I like the garden
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yes we like it too
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this is the living room
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that's a big door yes now here's the kitchen
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hmm did you design this room no I just arranged the stuff great uh where is the basement
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oh it's not near here I'll show you the way to it later okay oh okay
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[Music] now upstairs we've got three bedrooms
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one for Lana one for Tony and one for us what is that room
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it's the guest room [Music] you can stay here overnight we rarely
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have guests so it may be a reading room I see oh this is beautiful
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oh and you've got a balcony yeah we really like it the view is very good
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and is that the garage down there yes it is
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and then here's the bathroom well it's all very nice make yourself at home see you downstairs
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would you like a cup of tea yeah
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Jessica channel to watch more helpful videos goodbye [Music]

Context & Background

The video "Family Life - Basic English conversation for Daily life" presents a relatable family morning routine, showcasing a natural flow of dialogue among family members. In this setting, viewers can observe interactions between parents and children as they navigate daily tasks, such as preparing breakfast, discussing chores, and even tackling home decor. The casual nature of the conversations provides an excellent opportunity for English learners to engage with authentic language use, making this dialogue ideal for honing conversational skills.

Top 5 Phrases for Daily Communication

  • “What do we have today?” - A great phrase to ask about meal plans.
  • “Can I help you?” - Offers assistance and is a polite way to engage others.
  • “I need to use the bathroom.” - A common expression that emphasizes urgency and necessity.
  • “It sounds easier.” - A response that acknowledges understanding or reassurance.
  • “Let me help.” - A phrase indicating willingness to assist, fostering collaboration.

Step-by-step Shadowing Guide

To effectively improve your English pronunciation and fluency, consider using the shadowing technique. Here’s a straightforward plan to maximize your learning from this video:

  1. Watch the Video: Begin by watching the video without distractions. Focus on the context and emotions conveyed through the dialogue.
  2. Listen Closely: Play the video again, this time listening carefully to the pronunciation, intonation, and rhythm of the sentences. Use a shadowing app to aid in this process where possible.
  3. Repeat Aloud: After each line, pause the video and repeat what you hear. Try to mimic the speakers' tone and speed. This helps with improving your English pronunciation and developing a native-like accent.
  4. Break It Down: If a sentence is challenging, break it into smaller phrases and practice each part until you feel comfortable.
  5. Record Yourself: Use your phone or a recording device to capture your voice as you practice. Playback and compare your pronunciation to the original dialogue.
  6. Engage with the Content: After practicing, think of situations where you might use the phrases learned. This deepens your understanding and aids retention.

By regularly practicing with this shadow speak method, you not only enhance your conversational skills but also gain confidence in real-life applications. For more efficient language acquisition, explore dedicated shadowing sites to find additional material tailored to your needs.

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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