Shadowing Practice: first time in bangkok - Learn English Speaking with Video
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Ice on, ice on, ice on, ice on, scrap on me, ain't no fight no, fight no, nigga wanna beef on like, on like you, I'm a lame ass,
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tryna earn some scrapes on, fuck it, who's a pussy nigga trap on, ice on, ice on, leave a nigga cold like, I ain't gonna fight, so cool.
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Go on real street, nigga damn life.
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Go on real street, nigga damn life.
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Alright, today is our first full day in Bangkok and we woke up, we're getting some coffee, we're at the coffee store.
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That sounds very general.
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It's actually called The Coffee Store.
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No, it's like legitimately called The Coffee Store.
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And today is New Year's Eve, which is crazy.
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It's the last day of 2025.
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And we're spending it in Bangkok.
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I'm here with Daniel.
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Hello. And Nick.
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We're literally on the side of the street drinking this coffee right now.
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I don't know if you can hear the cars, but there's a constant stream of traffic.
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Anyway, it's very exciting for New Year's Eve.
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We're going to make some moves for New Year's, obviously.
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But we also have lots to do today.
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This coffee was insane, but we're gonna go find some food, maybe hit up a local Thai spot.
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You guys ready?
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Yeah!
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Let's go!
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Let's go!
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Oh look at the street!
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It's so cool!
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Marley!
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Oh my god, it's so spicy.
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I dare you to drink this like this.
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Oh, you know I would do it, so I don't even dare.
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I'm like getting light with it actually. So spicy.
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Very good though.
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Alright, we just ate at this little hole in the wall spot.
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How much was that? $1.95, which is what?
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Let's see.
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$1.95.
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Oh, there's a car.
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$6.20 for all of us.
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Are you kidding me? $6.18 actually.
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I think that was the cheapest meal we had in Thailand.
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How much was it? $6.20.
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For three meals and a drink.
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That's crazy.
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That was crazy.
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And it was very, very good.
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Hey, this is where you're leading us, Nick?
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Oh, there's a road here?
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Oh, this is a crazy road.
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Hello?
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Follow the voice.
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Hello?
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Crazy path.
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Crazy path.
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Hey.
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Let's go.
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This way.
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There's a lot going on here.
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Kinda crazy.
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Oh, this is a very cool street.
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These tuk-tukes.
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I'm like light headed from the spice.
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I think the spice is kinda like...
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Bro, everything is happening at once.
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I'm very over...
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You're overstimulated right now?
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Yes.
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Yeah, there's a lot going on right now.
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A lot of stimulus in Bangkok.
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Pretty sick though.
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Daniel and I are just like overstimulated and you're just like, Let's go!
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Let's go!
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I'm used to this.
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I'm a little bit disoriented from the spice, I'm not gonna lie.
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Wasn't that spicy?
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No, it was actually quite spicy and I'm a little bit disoriented, like there's a lot going on.
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And the spice is hot, hot, hot.
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I still feel it in my head now, which is kind of crazy.
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Oh my lord, this is so packed.
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This is true.
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What did you get?
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I got the surprise.
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You all think yes.
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True, true.
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Just got a little drink.
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Local boys.
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It's not just a little drink.
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It's a fatty can.
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It's in a can.
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They sealed it.
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Yes, they sealed it.
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How did they seal it?
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I don't know how they sealed it, but it's sealed.
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Technologia.
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Alright, ready?
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Cheers.
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You like it?
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I really like it.
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Yum!
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Whoa!
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Yuzu soda?
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I guess that's exactly right.
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Can I try it?
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Yeah.
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I'm sorry.
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Gotta get me one of those.
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Cause you had it the other day.
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Oh my god.
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This is a practical hat.
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Hella practical hat.
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Wow.
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Good day sir.
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Pleasure.
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Did you tell the vlog about your son headache?
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I didn't tell him.
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Well, Elliot had like a sun super burn.
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No, I got heat exhaustion a few days ago playing golf in Hua Hin, and I just died for like two days straight.
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I should have been golfing with this.
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Then I would have been okay.
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But I think it would have impacted my game a little bit.
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I don't think.
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Handicap, right?
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I think it literally will restrict my movement.
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Yo, what's up?
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Hey.
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I've seen your videos this week.
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Oh, nice to meet you, man.
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What's your name?
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Mustafa.
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Can I get a photo?
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Yeah, of course.
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I think it's sick.
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We just picked up a bag of fruits.
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Literally.
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Oh.
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Oh, it's very good.
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Let me try that apple.
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Mmm.
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It's very good.
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I had to set you up.
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Very good.
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I'm not sworn I'm on the mattress Feel like I'm doing something wrong
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When I ask you to do it with the lights turned on
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You hate my favorite song But you love the way I can't sing a song How's it going?
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In seeing shots?
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Yeah Where is it?
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I have no idea Those flying the drone AL, yeah Alright, we're up on the roof for sunset Wow, this is a crazy view of the city,
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look at this Alright, I think we all collectively Take a second, I can see the bags falling under your eyes I used
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to make it single up a telephone line Now you would call me like an airborne virus, I know Some of them things I used to see on TV
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Some of them things you say keep me up
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and down Some of them things you say keep me up
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and down Some of them things you say keep me up and down I need to be judged, don't need to be loved You wake me up and down Alright,
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we're on the rooftop of our Airbnb There is a little pool up here, which is super nice We have it all to ourselves I don't know how there's no one up here, but very very nice.
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I just took a little dip.
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And look at this view of Bangkok behind us.
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It's crazy.
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We're taking an hour or two to chill before New Year's Eve tonight.
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We're like a few hours away from midnight.
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Still have no idea what we're doing, but it's okay.
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We're gonna figure it out.
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Nick is over there reading a book.
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She's very locked in on whatever she's reading.
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Daniel is flying his drone.
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Also very locked in.
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I am not locked in.
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I'm just doing laps in the pool.
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I feel like we did a lot today.
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Did a good amount of exploring and we still have more to do tonight since it's New Year's Eve.
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I feel like Bangkok is so big.
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There's so much to explore.
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Even all of this feels like such a small part of Bangkok.
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And today, I feel like we did so much.
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I can't believe it's actually only been a little over 24 hours since we arrived in Bangkok.
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It feels like we've been here at least a few days.
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Definitely not basically 24 hours.
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So yeah, I'm glad that we have around a week here.
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I think we have a little over a week actually, which I think will be perfect because there's lots to see
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and hopefully we can build in some rest time too
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because I feel like scheduling in some rest time is important when you're traveling.
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Anyway, sun's going down fast.
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I'm starting to hear some fireworks off in the distance.
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I guess they're doing their test runs right now and we'll see what we end up doing for New Year's.
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Hey guys, what should we do for New Year's?
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We haven't decided.
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The question of the day We're gonna do something?
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We're gonna do something I don't know what
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Oh, Red Bulls.
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On a secret mission in 7-11.
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We're getting OG Red Bull, the one from Thailand.
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Quick little pit stop.
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Are you ready for this?
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I'm ready, I'm ready.
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Grab it.
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Where's it at?
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Oh, through the window.
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Oh my god.
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Oh my god.
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Pure.
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The original.
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Wow.
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RV.
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Made by a duck farmer from Thailand.
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Let me see that.
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Let me see that.
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This is crazy.
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Original Red Bull.
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Different strength.
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It's crazy.
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Do you think it tastes different?
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Sure.
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Outside the 7-Eleven, trying the OG...
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The infamous.
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OG Red Bull.
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Give it a shot.
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Tastes the same?
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Okay, no reaction yet.
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Okay.
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You're saving it?
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Better.
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Better, right?
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A little sweeter.
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I was about to say the same, but it might be a little better.
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Honestly, just for the fact that it's in a glass bottle.
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It tastes more like a medicinal drink.
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It's definitely like that.
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Look at this.
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You know this was originally only purchased in a pharmacy?
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Crazy.
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Oh my god.
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And it was created by a duck farmer.
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Oh yeah.
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It's almost time!
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30 seconds!
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2-star, 5-26, we're in a great 6!
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Happy New Year!
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Okay, okay, let's talk that run over.
Why Practice Speaking with This Video?
Engaging with real-life conversations is a crucial aspect of improving your English speaking skills. This video showcases a lively interaction between friends experiencing Bangkok for the first time, offering a rich context for learners. By practicing with this transcript, you can not only enhance your vocabulary but also grasp the nuances of casual conversation. The excitement shown in their plans for New Year's Eve, along with authentic reactions to food, immerses you in real-world scenarios that will help you speak more naturally.
Grammar & Expressions in Context
In this lively dialogue, several key structures emerge that are valuable for learners:
- Imperative verbs: Phrases like "Let’s go!" convey enthusiasm and urgency. These are commonly used in spoken English to motivate actions.
- Question formation: The speaker uses "How much was that?" demonstrating how to naturally form questions about prices and experiences in conversation.
- Descriptive language: Expressions describing food, such as "it was very, very good" and "so spicy," showcase how to give opinions and engage in discussions about experiences.
- Informal contractions: Phrases like "I don't know if you can hear" show the informal nature of spoken English, which differs from written language.
Understanding these structures can help you in practical situations, making your speech more fluid and relatable.
Common Pronunciation Traps
When practicing English, certain words and expressions can pose pronunciation challenges. Here are a few noted from the video:
- Spicy: Ensure you emphasize the ‘i’ sound correctly to avoid confusion with similar-sounding words.
- Coffee: The ‘o’ pronunciation in this word can vary by accent; listen closely to capture the subtle differences.
- Crazy: Pay attention to the stress on the first syllable, as this can alter understanding.
Using a shadowing app or a shadowing site can help you practice these tricky words in a practical context. The shadowing technique is particularly effective for improving your pronunciation as you mimic the speakers in real-time. By integrating these phrases into your speech, you will significantly improve your English pronunciation and be better prepared for spontaneous conversations.
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.