Shadowing Practice: How To Deliver A Speech: Volume (Ep 09) - Learn English Speaking with Video

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you Argument Alice, Framework Freddy,
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Comparison Connie, Structure Sam, Delivery Danny, Rebuttal Rosie are...
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The Diology Debate Super Team.
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They are here to help develop your superpowers.
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Hello everyone, Delivery Danny here.
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Today, we will continue your training in the art of delivery.
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Our lesson will focus on the crucial skill of volume control.
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Volume, or loudness of a sound, is critical to effective delivery.
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If a speaker is too quiet, The audience might not understand the speech.
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If a speaker is too loud, the audience might be uncomfortable or annoyed.
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Also, even if the speaker's volume is somewhere in the middle, The audience might lose focus if it never changes.
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These are the two main aspects of Effective Volume.
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level, and variation.
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"Level" refers to how loudly you're speaking.
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Variation refers to changing the volume of your voice at the right moments.
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Let's first look at the general level of your volume.
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Just like when you're listening to music or watching TV, we don't want the volume to be too quiet or too loud.
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Similarly, Your audience does not want you to be too soft or too loud.
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An appropriate level of volume depends on a few things.
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Burst?
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The distance from the audience.
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If you're close to your audience in a small room, You do not want to speak too loudly.
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If you are farther away from your audience in a large room or auditorium, you do not want to speak too quietly.
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Second, background noises Sometimes, there are distracting noises during our speech.
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The air conditioner might be very loud, there may be construction outside, there may be audience members coughing.
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It is your job to adjust the level of your volume to make sure the audience can hear.
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Also, if you're speaking in front of a microphone, you must remember to test it.
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We will see an example a bit later.
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Next, let's consider the variation in your volume.
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Once we find the correct volume level, it is essential to add variety.
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For example, an engaged audience will naturally respond to a speaker who increases or decreases their volume.
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This is why speakers will lower their volume when they arrive at a critical point in their speech.
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By slowing down how quickly and loudly we talk, the audience is likely to increase focus so they do not miss the argument.
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We can also raise our voice with a similar effect.
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We might speak more quietly when we are setting up our argument and delivering the key claim or reasoning,
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We might increase our volume when we are articulating our impact and want the audience to notice.
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Sometimes, when making a firm rebuttal, it can be effective to raise your volume.
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However, if you try to emphasize everything in your speech, then nothing will be emphasized.
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If used correctly, volume control can be one of the most significant factors in determining what the audience will remember regarding your speech.
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Let's look at a Master in Action.
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Martin Luther King.
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Like anybody I would like to live A long life, longevity.
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has its place But I'm not concerned about that now.
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I just want to do God's will.
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He's allowed me to go up to the mountain.
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I've looked over and I've seen
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the promised land i may not get there with you
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but i want you to know tonight that we as a people will get to the promised land
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Notice how his voice progressively gets louder to emphasize the message.
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This makes his speech more memorable for the audience and more exciting to follow.
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Now!
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Let's look at an example of how we might do this in a debate.
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Let's look at an example of part of a speech introduction.
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Let's see what it looks like with low volume level and no variation, and see what it sounds like with variation.
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Here is an example of a low volume level and no variation speech that makes me sad.
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Ladies and gentlemen, the children of today face a significant threat: mobile phones.
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These devices seem fun, but they are slowly isolating young people, distracting us from our studies and turning us into digital zombies.
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Now, see how much more enjoyable it is with appropriate volume level and great variation.
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Ladies and gentlemen, The children of today face a significant threat: mobile phones.
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These devices seem fun, but they are slowly isolating young people, distracting us from our studies, and turning us into digital zombies.
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A simple understanding of volume control will ensure the audience can hear you and feels comfortable.
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An advanced understanding of volume control will provide necessary signals to the audience about
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which points in your speech are the most important.
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Next time you speak, try to use volume as a way to enhance your message.
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Good luck!
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About This Lesson

This lesson focuses on the essential skill of volume control in speech delivery, a key aspect of effective english speaking practice. By understanding how to manage your volume, you will enhance your ability to engage an audience and convey your message clearly. In this session, you will learn the importance of maintaining an appropriate level of volume and the impact of varying your vocal intensity during critical moments in your speech. This skill is vital for ensuring that your audience remains interested and retains important information.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • Volume: The loudness of a sound.
  • Level: The consistent loudness of your speech.
  • Variation: Changes in the volume of your voice.
  • Engaged audience: An audience that actively listens and responds.
  • Background noises: Distractions that may affect the clarity of your speaking.
  • Rebuttal: A response aimed at contradicting an argument.
  • Emphasize: To give special importance to a word or phrase.
  • Impact: The strong effect your message can have on the audience.

Practice Tips

To effectively practice volume control as discussed in the video, consider using a shadowing app or a dedicated shadowing site. One effective method is to listen to the speech from respected speakers like Martin Luther King Jr. and mimic their volume variations. Pay close attention to how his voice progressively increases or decreases to emphasize key points. When shadowing, do not just repeat the words; focus on imitating the speed and tone of the speaker's delivery.

Practicing with a shadowing tool allows you to refine your pronunciation and manage your volume simultaneously. Record yourself as you practice, then play back your speech to assess whether your volume levels and variations match those of the original speaker. This feedback loop is crucial for helping you improve english pronunciation and develop a more dynamic speaking style.

Remember, volume isn’t just about being loud or quiet; it’s about making meaningful adjustments to keep your audience engaged and aiding their understanding. By mastering this skill, you can significantly enhance your communication effectiveness in both formal settings and casual conversations.

Grammar in this video

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

StructureIn the video
Possibility with “might / may” might/may + verb — something that is possible but not certainmight not understand · might be · might lose
Superlatives the -est / the most … — the top or bottom of a groupthe most significant · the most important
Future with “will” will + verb — a decision, promise or predictionwill continue · will focus · will see
Present continuous am/is/are + -ing — something happening right now or around nowyou're speaking · you're listening · are distracting

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.

Shadowing technique: read the full step-by-step guide →