Shadowing Practice: How to Talk About Your Day in English | Beginner English Lesson | Part-1 - Learn English Speaking with YouTube

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Hello and welcome back to the channel.
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Do you want to talk about your daily life in English with confidence?
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Do you want to describe your morning,
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your work, your meals, and your evening in simple and natural English?
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If your answer is yes,
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then this lesson is perfect for you.
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Today, we are going to learn how to talk about daily life and routines in English.
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This video is made especially for beginners, so don't worry.
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We will use easy words,
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simple sentences and slow, clear English.
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By the end of this video,
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you will be able to say things like,
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I wake up at 7 o'clock,
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I brush my teeth, I go to work,
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I have dinner with my family,
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I go to bed at 10.30,
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and even better, you will learn all of this through a fun and easy conversation.
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So, get your notebook, relax,
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and let's start learning English together.
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Today's topic is daily life and routines a daily routine is something you do every day or almost every day For example,
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I wake up early.
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I make breakfast.
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I go to school.
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I study English at night These are all part of a
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daily routine in this video You will listen to a simple English conversation between two people their names are Emma
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and Daniel They are friends and they are talking about their daily lives Listen carefully and try to repeat after them.
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Let's begin with the morning.
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Hi, Daniel.
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Good morning.
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Good morning, Emma.
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How are you today?
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I'm good, thanks.
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What about you?
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I'm great.
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I feel fresh today.
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That's nice.
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So, Daniel, what time do you usually wake up?
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I usually wake up at 6.30 in the morning.
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Wow, that's early.
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Do you wake up at 6.30 every day?
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Yes, I do.
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From Monday to Friday, I wake up at 6.30.
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On weekends, I wake up a little later.
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I see.
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And what do you do after you wake up?
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First, I turn off my alarm.
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Then I get out of bed and open the window.
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I like to get some fresh air in the morning.
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That sounds nice.
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What do you do next?
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Next, I go to the bathroom.
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I wash my face, brush my teeth, and take a shower.
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Do you take a shower every morning?
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Yes, I do.
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It helps me wake up and feel clean.
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That makes sense.
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After that, do you get dressed?
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Yes.
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I get dressed and comb my hair.
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Then I go to the kitchen and make breakfast.
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What do you usually eat for breakfast?
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I usually eat eggs, toast, and fruit.
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Sometimes I also drink coffee, but not every day.
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That's a healthy breakfast.
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I usually eat cereal or yogurt.
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Sometimes I'm too busy, so I just drink tea.
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Do you make your breakfast yourself?
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Yes, I do.
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I like simple breakfasts because they are quick and easy.
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That's true.
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Breakfast should be simple, especially on busy mornings.
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After breakfast, what do you do?
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After breakfast, I check my phone for messages,
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pack my bag, and get ready to leave the house.
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What time do you leave home?
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I usually leave home at 7.30.
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And how do you go to work?
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I go to work by bus.
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How long does it take?
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It takes about 30 minutes.
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That's not too bad.
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No, it isn't.
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I usually listen to music or a podcast on the bus.
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Great job listening.
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Now let's review some useful morning routine phrases.
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I wake up at 6.30.
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I get out of bed.
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I wash my face.
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I brush my teeth.
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I take a shower.
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I get dressed.
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I make breakfast.
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I leave the house.
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Now repeat after me.
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I wake up at 6.30.
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I brush my teeth.
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I take a shower.
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I make breakfast.
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I leave the house.
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Excellent.
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Let's continue.
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So, Daniel, what time do you start work?
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I start work at 8 o'clock.
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What do you do at work?
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I work in an office.
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I answer emails, join meetings, and talk to clients.
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Are you busy every day?
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Yes, most days are busy.
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But I like my job because I learn new things and work with nice people.
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That's great.
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Do you have a lunch break?
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Yes, I do.
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I usually have lunch at 12.30.
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Where do you eat lunch?
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Sometimes I eat in the office cafeteria,
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and sometimes I go to a small cafe near my office.
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What do you usually eat for lunch?
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I usually eat rice, chicken, and vegetables.
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Sometimes I have a sandwich or a salad.
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That sounds delicious.
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I usually bring my lunch from home.
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Really?
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What do you usually bring?
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I usually bring pasta, a sandwich, or some fruit.
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Bringing lunch from home saves money.
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That's true.
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It's also often healthier.
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Yes, exactly.
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After lunch, do you go back to work right away?
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Usually, yes.
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Sometimes I take a short walk after lunch,
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especially if the weather is nice.
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That's a good habit.
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A short walk can help you feel relaxed.
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Yes, and it gives me more energy for the afternoon.
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What do you do in the afternoon?
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In the afternoon, I continue working.
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I finish my tasks, make phone calls,
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and prepare for the next day.
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What time do you finish work?
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I usually finish work at 5.30.
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And after work, do you go straight home?
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Exactly.
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So I prefer to shop on my way home.
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Usually, yes.
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But sometimes I stop at the supermarket to buy food or other things for the house.
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I do that too.
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It's hard to shop on weekends when the stores are crowded.
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Very good.
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Now let's learn some useful daytime expressions.
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I start work at 8 o'clock.
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I answer emails.
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I have lunch at 12.30.
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I take a short walk.
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I finish work at 5.30.
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I stop at the supermarket.
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Repeat after me.
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I start work at 8 o'clock.
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I answer emails.
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I have lunch at 12.30.
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I finish work at 5.30.
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I stop at the supermarket.
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Perfect.
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Now let's talk about the evening.

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About This Lesson

In this lesson, you will practice talking about your daily life in English with confidence. We will focus on simple and natural English phrases that describe your morning routines, activities throughout the day, meals, and evening habits. By engaging with a conversational dialogue between two friends, Emma and Daniel, you will develop a practical understanding of how to express your daily activities effectively. Through repetition and active participation, you will learn to say things like, "I wake up at 7 o'clock," "I brush my teeth," and "I go to bed at 10:30." This lesson aims to build your speaking skills and enhance your comfort in discussing your daily life in English.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • I wake up at 6:30 in the morning
  • Do you wake up early?
  • After I wake up
  • I make breakfast
  • I go to work
  • I have dinner with my family
  • I go to bed
  • What do you do next?

Practice Tips

To maximize your learning experience from this lesson, consider the following shadowing techniques:

  • Listen carefully: Pay attention to the conversation between Emma and Daniel. Notice their pronunciation, intonation, and rhythm as they speak.
  • Repeat after them: As you listen, pause the video after each line and try to repeat what you hear. This "shadow speak" method will help improve your English pronunciation and fluency.
  • Use a notebook: Write down key phrases and their meanings. Revisit these notes regularly to reinforce your memory, which is particularly useful for IELTS speaking practice.
  • Record yourself: Try recording your attempts at shadowing and listen to them. This will allow you to identify areas where you can improve your pronunciation.
  • Practice consistently: Regular practice on a shadowing site can significantly enhance your speaking skills over time. Aim to engage with the material daily, even if it’s just for a short period.

By following these practice tips and actively engaging with the material provided, you will not only become proficient in discussing your daily life but also develop a stronger foundation for general conversations in 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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