Shadowing Practice: How to Make The Perfect Study Timetable That Actually Works! 💌🤍 - Learn English Speaking with Video
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Ever feel like you're drowning in homework, assignments, and exam prep?
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But nothing seems to stick.
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You're not alone.
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Studying without a plan can make you feel tired and stressed.
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But here's the thing.
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A smart study timetable can actually make studying easier and even a little fun.
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1. Build a clear study plan.
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List all your subjects and topics.
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First things first, you need to know what you're dealing with.
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Make a list of every subject you have and the topics in each.
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For example, instead of just writing math, right?
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Algebra Geometry.
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When you do this, your brain immediately knows what to study.
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Without a list, you might spend hours revising something you already know while ignoring weak topics.
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Assess time before exams.
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Next, figure out how much time you realistically have before exams start.
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Don't just guess.
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Write down the days left and how many hours per day you can study without burning out.
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For example, if you have 15 days left and can comfortably study five hours a day, that's 75 hours.
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Then divide that time according to your workload.
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Planning this way prevents cramming at the last minute and makes your study sessions much more effective.
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Prioritize subjects.
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Identify which subject have exams coming first or have bigger syllabus.
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These should get more focus early on.
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For example, if physics exam is in five days and history is in 10, prioritize physics first, but don't ignore history completely.
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Prioritization ensures you're prepared for every exam without panicking at the last minute.
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Know your strengths and weaknesses.
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Be honest with yourself.
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which subjects do you struggle with, and which ones come easy.
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Spend more time on weak areas and less on strong ones.
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For example, if English grammar feels easy but chemistry is confusing, give more time to chemistry.
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This balance helps you improve overall and avoids wasting energy on subjects you're already confident in.
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Set realistic goals.
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Don't try to study 10 hours straight if your brain can't handle it.
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Set realistic daily goals like completing one topic fully or finishing a set of practice questions.
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It's better to finish smaller goals consistently than to overplan and feel guilty when you can't finish.
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Use a visual timetable.
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Write your plan in a clear, visual way.
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Use colors for different subjects or highlight priority topics.
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Seeing your plan laid out makes it easier to follow and less stressful.
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Plus, checking off completed topics gives a tiny dopamine hit.
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Include breaks in your plan.
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No one can focus nonstop for hours.
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Include short breaks like 5 to 10 minutes between study blocks and longer breaks after 2 to 3 blocks.
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For example, after studying 50 minutes, take 10 minutes to stretch, grab water, or eat something.
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Breaks actually improve focus, memory, and motivation.
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Review your plan daily.
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Finally, don't make your plan and forget it.
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Every day, check what you completed and adjust your plan if needed.
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2. Structure your study time smartly.
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Assign subjects to days.
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Now that you know what to study, assign each subject to specific days.
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For example, Monday, Math History, Tuesday, Chemistry English.
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Make sure you study each subject at least two times a week.
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Switching between subjects keeps your brain from getting tired.
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Alternate hard and easy subjects.
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Tackle hard subjects like physics or chemistry when you have the most energy.
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Save easier topics or revision for times when you feel tired.
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Study your hardest subject in the morning and review notes in the evening.
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This keeps your brain fresh and stops you from getting burned out.
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Plan revision days.
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Don't just cram new topics every day.
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Dedicate a day or a few hours per week to revision.
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Revisiting old topics prevents forgetting and strengthens memory.
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For example, if you studied algebra last week, revise it on Saturday before moving to geometry.
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This way, everything stays fresh.
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Include active study methods.
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Passive reading is tempting, but not very effective.
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Include active study methods like solving practice questions, summarizing topics in your own words, making flashcards, or teaching concepts out loud.
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3. Stay balanced and consistent.
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Keep a catch -up day!
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Sometimes things don't go as planned, and you can't finish everything.
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That's why it's good to keep one day a week just to catch up.
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It helps you stay on track without stress.
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If you fall behind, don't worry this day has your back.
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Have a low energy plan.
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Not every day will be perfect.
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On tired or sick days, switch to lighter tasks like revising notes,
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summarizing chapters, or watching educational videos instead of skipping entirely.
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This ensures you stay consistent even when your energy dips.
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Include rest and hobbies.
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Studying nonstop is not productive.
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Schedule at least one hour daily for hobbies, rest, or self -care.
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For example, go for a walk, bake something or journal
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and get eight to nine hours of sleep so you can study effectively.
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Track progress daily.
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At the end of each day, Check off what you completed.
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Tracking progress motivates you and shows you how far you've come.
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Even small achievements, like finishing a difficult chapter, are worth celebrating.
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Your timetable isn't fixed forever.
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Review it every week and adjust according to what worked and what didn't.
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Avoid being too hard on yourself.
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Remember, perfection is not the goal.
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Some days will be better than others, and that's okay.
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The aim is steady, consistent improvement.
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If you miss a session, don't stress, just pick it up the next day.
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Make it fun!
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Finally, make studying a little enjoyable.
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Use colors, stickers, or rewards.
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For example, after finishing a tough topic, treat yourself to your favorite snack or 15 minutes on your phone.
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Turning study into a game keeps motivation high. And that's it!
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With a clear timetable, smart study blocks, and time for breaks, studying can actually feel manageable and even enjoyable.
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Stick to your plan, stay consistent, and don't forget to celebrate small wins.
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If you find this video helpful, don't forget to like, share, and subscribe.
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See you in the next one!
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Vocabulary and speaking notes for this lesson
This B1 speaking lesson is built on the video “How to Make The Perfect Study Timetable That Actually Works! 💌🤍”. The speaker keeps coming back to these words: study, subject, topic, hour, example. This video has 105 sentences and 997 words to shadow. The speech runs for 6:59. The speaker talks at a steady 143 words per minute, a comfortable pace for shadowing. Only 81% of the words are among the 3,000 most common in English, so the vocabulary is demanding.
Key vocabulary in this video
The 15 most advanced words in the video, with pronunciation and meaning:
| Word | Pronunciation | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| timetable noun | /ˈtaɪmˌteɪbəl/ | A tabular schedule of events with the times at which they occur, especially times of arrivals and departures. |
| revise verb | /ɹɪˈvaɪz/ | To review, alter and amend, especially of written material. |
| revision noun | /ɹəˈvɪʒ.ən/ | The action or process of reviewing, editing and amending. |
| examination noun | /ɪɡˌzæm.ɪˈneɪ.ʃən/ | The act of examining. |
| exam verb | /ɪɡˈzæm/ | Shortened form of examine |
| cram verb | /kɹæm/ | To press, force, or drive, particularly in filling, or in thrusting one thing into another; to stuff; to fill to superfluity. |
| nonstop adverb | /ˌnɑnˈstɑp/ | Without stopping; without interruption or break |
| prioritize verb | /pɹaɪˈɒɹ.ə.taɪz/ | To value, do, or choose something first, or before other things. |
| summarize verb | /ˈsʌməˌɹaɪz/ | To prepare a summary of (something). |
| assign verb | /əˈsaɪn/ | To designate or set apart (something) for some purpose. |
| algebra noun | /ˈæl.d͡ʒɪ.bɹə/ | Elementary algebra: A system for representing and manipulating unknown quantities (variables) in equations. |
| geometry noun | /d͡ʒiˈɑ.mə.tɹi/ | The branch of mathematics dealing with spatial relationships. |
| enjoyable adjective | /ɛnˈd͡ʒɔɪ.ə.bl̩/ | Pleasant, capable of giving pleasure. |
| hobby noun | /ˈhɑ.bi/ | An activity that one enjoys doing in one's spare time. |
| distress noun | /dɪˈstɹɛs/ | Physical or emotional discomfort, suffering, or alarm, particularly of a more acute nature. |
Phrasal verbs you will hear
| Word | Pronunciation | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| burn out verb | To destroy by fire. | |
| catch up verb | To pick up suddenly. | |
| check off verb | To mark items on a list (with a checkmark or by crossing them out) that have been chosen for keeping or removal or that have been dealt with (for example… | |
| fall behind verb | To be late (for a regular event) | |
| figure out verb | To come to understand; to discover or find a solution; to deduce. | |
| lay out verb | /ˌleɪ ˈaʊt/ | To expend or contribute money to an expense or purchase. |
| write down verb | To produce or set (something) down in writing; to record something. |
Grammar in this video
The structures the speaker uses most, with the exact words from the video:
| Structure | In the video |
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| Verb + -ing enjoy, keep, stop… + -ing — verbs that are followed by the -ing form | avoids wasting · finish everything |
| Present continuous am/is/are + -ing — something happening right now or around now | you're drowning · you're dealing · is tempting |
| Future with “will” will + verb — a decision, promise or prediction | will be |
Pronunciation to watch
The speaker uses 21 contractions and reduced forms, such as don't, you're, can't. Say them the short way, as you hear them.
- The “th” sounds: mathematics /mæθ(.ə)ˈmæt.ɪks/, strengthen /ˈstɹɛŋ(k)θən/
- The “sh” and “zh” sounds: revision /ɹəˈvɪʒ.ən/, examination /ɪɡˌzæm.ɪˈneɪ.ʃən/, motivation /ˈmoʊ.tə.veɪ.ʃən/, flashcard /ˈflæʃˌkɑɹd/, preposition /ˌpɹɛpəˈzɪʃən/
- Long words — get the stress right: examination /ɪɡˌzæm.ɪˈneɪ.ʃən/, prioritize /pɹaɪˈɒɹ.ə.taɪz/, geometry /d͡ʒiˈɑ.mə.tɹi/, mathematics /mæθ(.ə)ˈmæt.ɪks/, motivation /ˈmoʊ.tə.veɪ.ʃən/
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 timetable, revise, revision.
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.