Shadowing Practice: How to Speak English in Interviews - Learn English Speaking with Video

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Do you feel nervous when speaking English in job interviews?
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Don't worry, today we will help you speak English in interviews with confidence and clear English.
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Even if your English is simple, you can still speak smartly and impress the interviewer.
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You just need to learn how to answer questions in the right way.
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So stay with me until the end of this video.
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I'll give you easy words, sample answers, and powerful tips to help you speak English in any interview.
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When you go to an interview, it's not only about your English grammar.
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The interviewer wants to see your confidence, clarity and attitude.
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So don't try to speak fast or use very hard words.
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Just speak slowly, clearly and politely.
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Today, I'll show you how to start your interview confidently.
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Two, answer common questions and three, end your interview in a positive way.
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Let's begin.
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Step one, how to start the interview.
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When you enter the interview, room or join online smile and say politely "I'm Good morning, sir.
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or good morning, ma 'am.
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If it's later in the day, say good afternoon.
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When they say, please sit down, reply, thank you very much.
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Then the interviewer may ask, "Can you introduce yourself?" This question comes in almost every interview.
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Here's a simple and effective way to answer.
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"My name is Mike.
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I am from Tokyo, Japan.
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I have completed my education in business management.
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I am a hardworking and positive person.
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I like learning new things and improving my skills.
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That's it.
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Short, clear and confident.
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Remember, you don't need big English words.
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You need to sound natural and positive.
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Step 2: How to answer common questions.
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Let's learn some easy ways to answer common interview questions.
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Question 1: Why do you want this job?
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Simple answer: I want this job because I believe I can do it well.
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I like this company and I want to grow and learn here.
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Question two.
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What are your strengths?
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Say something true and simple.
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I am honest, I work hard, and I always complete my work on time.
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Question 3: What are your weaknesses?
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Never say I don't have any weakness.
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Instead, say something positive like: Sometimes I focus too much on small details, but I'm learning to manage my time better.
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Question four: Where do you see yourself in five years?
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You can say: In five years, I want to see myself growing with this company and taking more responsibility.
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Question 5.
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Why should we hire you?
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Answer like this.
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Because I have the skills and I am ready to work hard.
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I will give my best to this job.
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These answers are short, clear, and safe.
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You can remember them easily and use them in any interview.
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Step 3: How to speak with confidence.
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Here are some small but powerful speaking tips.
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Speak slowly.
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It helps you sound confident.
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Smile.
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It shows you are friendly and calm.
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Use polite words like please, thank you, and sure.
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Don't use slang or very casual words.
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If you don't understand a question, say, "Sorry, can you please repeat that?" That's completely okay.
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It shows confidence, not weakness.
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Remember, it's better to speak simple English with mistakes.
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Step 4: How to end the interview.
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At the end of the interview, when they say, "Do you have any questions?" You can politely reply.
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Thank you sir ma 'am.
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I just want to say I'm very interested in this job, and I will do my best if I get the opportunity.
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Then stand up, smile and say: "Thank you for your time.
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It was nice talking to you." This leaves a positive last impression.
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So my friends, remember this: you don't need perfect English to get a job.
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You just need confidence, clarity and practice.
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Speak every day, even 10 minutes with yourself or with AI tools.
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If you practice these answers, you will speak English in interviews easily and confidently.
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Thank you for watching.
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Keep learning, keep growing and speak English with confidence.

About This Lesson

In this lesson, learners will focus on improving their English speaking skills specifically for job interviews. You will practice how to start an interview confidently, answer common interview questions in clear and concise English, and conclude positively. By honing these skills, you will not only enhance your language abilities but also build your confidence when communicating in high-pressure situations. This lesson uses practical examples and easy phrases to ensure that even simple English can make a strong impression on your interviewers.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • Introduce yourself: A common interview prompt inviting you to share a brief personal statement.
  • Strengths: Positive attributes or skills that make you a good candidate for the job.
  • Weaknesses: Areas for improvement, framed positively during discussions.
  • Growth: The aspiration to improve oneself and advance in a career.
  • Confidence: The belief in your ability to succeed, which can be conveyed through your tone and body language.
  • Clarity: Speaking clearly and understandably, an essential skill in interviews.
  • Hardworking: A key trait employers value, indicating dedication and perseverance.

Practice Tips

To master the art of speaking in interviews, it's important to incorporate shadowing techniques into your practice routine. Utilize a shadowing site or a shadowing app to mimic the tone and speed of the phrases discussed in this lesson. Start by watching the related learn English with YouTube videos on job interviews and focus on the speaker's intonation and pace. Here are some tips:

  • Listen and Repeat: Play a video at a comfortable speed, then repeat sentences after the speaker. Pay attention to how they emphasize certain words.
  • Slow it Down: If the speech is too fast, use playback settings to slow it down. This will allow you to grasp the pronunciation and structure without feeling overwhelmed.
  • Record Yourself: After shadowing, record your voice and listen to it. Compare your accent and pacing with the original speaker to identify areas for improvement.
  • Focus on Natural Phrasing: Emphasize sounding natural rather than using complex vocabulary. The goal is to be clear and confident, which will resonate more strongly in an interview setting.

By actively engaging in shadow speech practice, you will develop the ability to respond to interview questions effortlessly, building both fluency and faith in your English-speaking capabilities.

Grammar in this video

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

StructureIn the video
Future with “will” will + verb — a decision, promise or predictionwill help · I'll give · I'll show
Obligation: must / have to / need to saying that something is necessaryneed to learn · need to sound

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 →