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Excuse me, is this the correct platform to get to Yung Station?
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Yes, it is.
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It's only three stops from here.
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Thank you so much.
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My pleasure.
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Where are you from?
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I'm from Mumbai.
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I'm here on business.
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Oh, how neat.
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How long are you here for?
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I'll be here for three months.
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I've arrived two days ago.
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I'm working for Slick Solutions.
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You're kidding!
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My husband works for that company.
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It's a small world, isn't it?
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Yes, it sure is.
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What do you do I'm a computer programmer sorry I didn't catch that could you say that again
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I'm a programmer computer programmer I see very interesting it's a long flight from India.
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You must be really tired.
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Yes, I'm very, very tired.
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It's really nice to meet you.
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I'm Shelly, by the way.
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Oh, it's a pleasure to meet you, too.
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I'm Rayanj.
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Good luck.
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Thanks.
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You, too.
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It's nice to meet you.
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It's very nice to meet you.
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It's a pleasure to meet you.
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It's a pleasure to meet you.
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Vocabulary and speaking notes for this lesson
This video has 32 sentences and 173 words to shadow. The speech runs for 2:17. The speaker talks slowly, about 76 words per minute, so there is time to copy every sound. 82% of the words are among the 3,000 most common in English; the rest is worth studying before you start.
Key vocabulary in this video
14 words from the video worth learning, with pronunciation and meaning:
| Word | Pronunciation | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| programmer noun | /ˈpɹoʊɡɹæmɚ/ | One who writes computer programs. |
| arrive verb | /əˈɹaɪv/ | To reach; to get to a certain place. |
| pleasure noun | /ˈplɛʒɚ/ | A state of being pleased or contented; gratification. |
| platform noun | /ˈplætfɔɹm/ | A raised stage from which speeches are made and on which musical and other performances are made. |
| excuse verb | /ɪksˈkjuz/ | To forgive; to pardon; to overlook. |
| computer noun | /kəmˈpju.tɚ/ | A programmable electronic device that performs mathematical calculations and logical operations, especially one that can process, store and retrieve large… |
| tired adjective | [ˈtaɪ̯ɚd] | In need of some rest or sleep. |
| husband noun | /ˈhʌzbənd/ | A man in a marriage or marital relationship, especially in relation to his spouse. |
| kid noun | /ˈkɪd/ | A child, adolescent, or (loosely) a young adult. |
| luck noun | /lʌk/ | Something that happens to someone by chance, a chance occurrence. |
| catch verb | /kæt͡ʃ/ | To capture or snare (someone or something which would rather escape). |
| flight noun | /ˈflaɪ̯t/ | The act of flying; the ability to fly. |
| correct adjective | /kəˈɹɛkt/ | Free from error; true; accurate. |
| net noun | /nɛt/ | A mesh of string, cord or rope. |
Pronunciation to watch
The speaker uses 13 contractions and reduced forms, such as I'm, didn't, I'll. Say them the short way, as you hear them.
How to practise with this video
- Listen to the whole video once without speaking and note the words you do not know.
- Shadow it sentence by sentence at normal speed, repeating each one until your rhythm matches the speaker.
- Record yourself and compare with the original, paying attention to words like programmer, arrive, pleasure.
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.