Shadowing Practice: How to use Who vs Whom—Speak Smarter English Easily | Simple Grammar Trick for Beginners. - Learn English Speaking with YouTube

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Hello everyone, welcome to Maria Daily English.
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I'm so happy you're here with us today.
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I am John.
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And I am Maria.
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Today we are tackling a grammar point that makes many people nervous, who vs whom.
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Yes.
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It sounds formal, but it's actually very simple once you know the trick.
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So, what is the main difference?
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The golden rule is, ee who ee is for the subject.
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the door.
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Who me is for the object, the receiver.
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That sounds like grammar jargon.
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Is there an easier way?
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Absolutely.
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Use the e he of him e test.
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If you can answer the question with a he, use a who.
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If you can answer with a him, use a whom.
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Notice they both end in em.
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Him equals whom?
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Oh, that's clever.
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Let's try it.
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Question, underscore, underscore, underscore should I invite to the party?
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Think of the answer.
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Would you say you invite he or invite him?
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Invite him.
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So it must be whom.
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Exactly.
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Whom should I invite?
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Because a him he ends in em.
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E whom he ends in em.
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Okay, next one.
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Underscore underscore underscore is at the door.
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Answer.
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E he is at the door.
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E or he him is at the door.
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He is at the door.
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So it must be who?
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Correct.
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Who is at the door?
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No EME in he, no EME in who.
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This is getting easier.
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When do we actually use whom in real life?
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Mostly in formal situations or after prepositions like ear to,
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ear for, ear with, ear by.
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For example, ear to whom did you send the email?
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Ear with whom are you going?
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And in casual conversation In casual speech,
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many native speakers just use a whoa for everything Who did you go with?
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E is very common But if you want to sound professional or smart,
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use a whom e correctly Let's test this with some tricky ones Sentence 1,
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underscore, underscore, underscore, did you call?
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Answer.
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E, I called him.
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So?
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Whom did you call?
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Perfect.
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Sentence 2, underscore, underscore, underscore, is your best friend?
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Answer.
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E, he is my best friend.
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So?
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Who is your best friend?
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Easy.
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Sentence 3.
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For underscore underscore underscore should I buy this gift?
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Answer.
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I buy it for him.
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So?
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For whom should I buy this gift?
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Wow, I feel smart already.
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You should.
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Let's try a natural conversation.
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Maria, who are you talking to on the phone?
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I'm speaking to my boss.
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To whom did you speak earlier?
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I spoke to the manager.
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Who called you just now?
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It was my sister.
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She asked whom I was bringing to the wedding.
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And what did you say?
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I said I don't know yet.
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But I know who I want to bring.
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See how we used both?
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Who here for the subject,
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who called, a whom here for the object,
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whom I was bringing or to whom I spoke.
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Quick review, use the he, him test.
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He equals who.
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Him equals whom.
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Memory trick.
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Him ends in em, so does whom.
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Common mistakes to avoid, don't say whom is coming.
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Say who is coming.
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He is coming.
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Don't say, who did you give it to,
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in formal writing, say, to whom did you give it.
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Gave it to him.
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Practice tip.
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When in doubt, try answering with he or him.
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It never fails.
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If this lesson helped you,
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please like this video, subscribe to Maria Daily English,
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and share it with a friend who wants to speak smarter English.
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And practice time.
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In the comments, write one sentence with a who he and one with a whom.
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We'll read and correct every single comment.
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Keep practicing, stay consistent, and remember,
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grammar is just a tool to express yourself clearly.
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Thank you for learning with us today.
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See you in the next lesson.
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Bye everyone.
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Keep speaking.

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About This Lesson

In this lesson, you will learn the practical differences between "who" and "whom." This common grammar confusion can be easily resolved with a simple trick that helps you understand when to use each term correctly. By the end of the lesson, you will feel more confident in your English speaking practice, especially in formal settings, and you’ll have a clearer grasp of this important grammatical distinction. Mastering these terms will enhance your communication skills, making you sound smarter and more professional.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • Who: Used as the subject of a verb.
  • Whom: Used as the object of a verb or preposition.
  • Subject: The doer of the action in a sentence.
  • Object: The receiver of the action in a sentence.
  • Preposition: A word used to link nouns, pronouns, or phrases.
  • Invite: To request someone's presence at an event.
  • Causal conversation: Everyday informal communication.
  • Formal situations: Contexts requiring a more serious or professional tone.

Practice Tips

To effectively practice your speaking and understanding of "who" and "whom," consider using the shadowing technique. Utilize a shadowing app or a dedicated shadowing site to follow along closely with the video's audio. Pay attention to the speed and tone of the speakers, John and Maria, to imitate their pronunciation and intonation accurately. Start by repeating after each segment to reinforce your understanding of how these terms are used in context.

For IELTS speaking practice, try forming your own questions using "who" and "whom," then answering them out loud. This will not only assist in solidifying your grammar skills but also enhance your overall fluency. Remember, in casual conversations, native speakers often use "who" interchangeably, but practicing the correct usage in your responses will contribute to a more polished and professional speaking style.

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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