Shadowing Practice: Goodfellas - "I'm funny how, I mean funny like I'm a clown?" - Learn English Speaking with YouTube

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What's really funny is, at the fucking bank job away in Sea Caucus,
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What's really funny is, at the fucking bank job away in Sea Caucus,
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I'm in the middle of the fucking weed, slaying down.
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He comes over, he says, what are you doing?
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I said, I'm resting.
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I hear you resting!
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I got a fucking beach in a park.
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I said, I'm resting!
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I know I'm resting, I'm resting!
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They put me in, they start giving me all kinds of questions,
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you know, this and that.
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He says, oh, so what are you gonna tell us, tough guy?
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I said, my usual, zero, nothing.
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I tell you, the fuck.
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He says, no, you're gonna tell me something today, tough guy.
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I said, all right, I'll tell you something, go fuck your mother.
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Bing, pow, boom, bing.
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You saw the paper, Anthony.
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My head was up like this.
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So now I'm coming around,
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you know, I start to come out of it.
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Who do I see in front of me?
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This big prick again.
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He says, oh, what do you want to tell me now, tough guy?
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I said, Bing, what are you doing here?
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I thought I'd tell you to go fuck your mother.
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I thought he was going to shit.
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Pow, bing, boom.
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The fuck is...
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I wish I was big just once.
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You're a big cop.
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You're really funny.
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You're really funny.
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What do you mean I'm funny?
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It's funny, you know?
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It's a good story.
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It's funny.
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You're a funny guy.
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What do you mean?
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You mean the way I talk?
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What?
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It's just, you know, you're just funny.
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It's funny, you know, the way you tell the story and everything.
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Funny how?
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I mean, what's funny about it?
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Tommy, no, you got it all wrong.
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Oh, little Anthony.
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He's a big boy.
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He knows what he said.
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What'd you say?
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Funny how?
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What?
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Just...
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You know, you're funny.
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You mean...
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Let me understand this, because I don't know.
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Maybe it's me.
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I'm a little fucked up, maybe.
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But I'm funny how?
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I mean, funny like I'm a clown.
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I amuse you.
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I make you laugh.
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I'm here to fucking amuse you.
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What do you mean funny?
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Funny how?
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How am I funny?
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I'm not just...
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You know how you tell the story.
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What?
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No, no, I don't know.
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You said it.
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How do I know?
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You said I'm funny.
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How the fuck am I funny?
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What the fuck is so funny about me?
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Tell me.
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Tell me what's funny.
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Get the fuck out of here, Tommy.
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You motherfucker!
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I almost had him!
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I almost had him!
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You stuttering prick, yeah?
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Frankie, was he shaking?
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I wonder about you sometimes, Henry.
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You may fold under questioning.
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Jesus Christ.
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What the fuck is it with you?
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I thought I was getting pinched on me.
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He's hanging on my fucking neck like a vulture.
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Like a pending date.
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What do you want?
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This guy's worried about you.
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He didn't want to come over and get the check.
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You know what I mean?
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He could take care of it.
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Yeah, it's no problem.
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I'm gonna put it on my tab.
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Of course.
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That's what I want to talk to you about.
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It ain't just this here.
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It's seven fucking big ones here.
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Seven fucking G's you owe me here.
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$7,000, I mean, they're peanuts.
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You don't mean to be at all?
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It's good you don't mean to be at all, son.
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You call embarrassing me in front of my friends,
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don't like to call me a fucking deadbeat.
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You know, Sonny, you're a real fucking mutt.
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You know the money we spend on this fucking...
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What do you mean, don't be like that?
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What do you mean, don't be like that?
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You believe this prick?
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You think this is funny, huh?
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He's having...
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What the fuck are you looking at?
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Look at that.
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You're a fucking...
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You're a fucking moron.
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You don't want to bring the chips, will you?
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Fucking...
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You believe this prick?
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You're supposed to be doing this stuff too, you know?
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You're a funny guy.
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That's it, Henry.
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That's it, Henry.
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Come on, come on, come on.
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Hey, you want to laugh this prick last week,
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you asked me to christen this kid.
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Yeah, I'll write for 7,000, my charge.
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You really are a funny guy!
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That's it!
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That's it!

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About This Lesson

In this lesson, you will practice your English speaking skills by analyzing a famous scene from the movie "Goodfellas." This particular segment showcases a humorous and intense exchange filled with colorful language and idiomatic expressions. By shadowing the dialogue, you will learn how to articulate emotions effectively and understand the nuances of conversational English. You will also enhance your listening comprehension through immersion in authentic dialogues, which is an excellent way to learn English with YouTube.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • Funny guy: A term used to describe someone who is amusing or humorous.
  • Tough guy: A slang term for someone who is strong and intimidating.
  • Go fuck your mother: A vulgar phrase often used in confrontational speech, indicative of strong disrespect.
  • Bing, pow, boom: Sound effects used to emphasize action or excitement, often in a playful context.
  • I’m resting: A simple phrase that may convey relaxation or a temporary pause in activity.
  • What did you say?: A common question for seeking clarification or expressing surprise.
  • Big cop: A phrase referring to a police officer who is physically imposing.
  • Funny how?: A rhetorical question used to challenge someone about what they find funny.

Practice Tips

When engaging with the transcript, use a shadowing site or a shadowing app to improve your speaking skills effectively. Here are some tailored tips:

  • Pick a phrase: Start by selecting short sections of the dialogue to practice. This will allow you to focus on pronunciation and emotional delivery.
  • Match the speed: The dialogue is fast-paced, so listen carefully and try to mimic the rhythm and intonation. Pay attention to how the actors emphasize different words.
  • Repeat multiple times: Shadow the dialogue several times, gradually attempting to match their speed. This helps internalize phrases and improves your overall fluency.
  • Record yourself: Use a recording device to capture your shadow speech. Listening back will help you identify areas of improvement in pronunciation and clarity.
  • Practice with a partner: If possible, find a speaking partner to practice the dialogue. Engaging in role play can enhance your conversational skills and boost confidence.

By following these tips and utilizing materials from this lesson, you can enhance your speaking abilities and embrace the richness of conversational English.

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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