Shadowing Practice: hygge spring days in copenhagen | cafes, parks, and an olivia dean concert - Learn English Speaking with YouTube

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I'm gonna go to the next one.
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I made it to Copenhagen!
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I'm so excited!
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I'm in Copenhagen for a long weekend.
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It is currently Thursday night, and I'm about to get ready and go to an Olivia Dean concert, which is crazy.
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I'm quickly gonna eat some Thai food
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that I picked up from a restaurant nearby and then get changed and then go to the concert.
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I'm a girl.
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Maybe it's the love of the night Maybe it's the magic
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of the wild Maybe it's the magic of the wild I know you still turn around
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This is why you're smoking now It's been a long day Let's go!
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Thank you.
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Thank you. so The
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The Thank you.
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as you saw i went to the olivia dean concert
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and it was amazing i think i discovered olivia dean in 2024
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or 2023 and i immediately became obsessed with her and then
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when the album the art of loving came out it was around the time I was moving to Spain
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and I really just associate that album with my moving to Spain
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and with all of the ups and downs of living in a foreign country.
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It was definitely like a pinch me moment just being there
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and hearing the album that was there for me
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when I was going through some of my lowest moments
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and to now be at such a different stage in my
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chapter abroad where I feel a lot more secure in where I'm at
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and it's so amazing
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that this album has kind of traveled with me as I've progressed in my journey of just self-discovery
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and finding and navigating my life here.
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I'm
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going to
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go to the next video.
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I'm
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going to
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go to the next video.
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I was walking over to L'Angelini Park because I've heard really good things about it, but then when I was walking, I just saw this really plush,
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luscious-looking patch of grass in the most bright like clearing I've ever seen and it was just calling my name.
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It's right by this really serene lake and it has all these trees that are just decorated throughout.
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I'm going to read my book and drink my coffee and soak up the sun before it sets.
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Maybe later I will go to L'Angellini but for now I'm really just enjoying being here in the sun.
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And then I made a friend.
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She took a video of me we started talking
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and she's here for the weekend visiting from Italy
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and I'm here visiting from Spain so we decided to hang out either today
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or some other time this weekend but I feel like it's so cool just making little friends like this
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Look how fluffy the grass is Bye.
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I'm
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going to
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go to the next video.
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I just got back from the grocery store.
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I'm trying to save some money on this trip, which is why I got some groceries just so I'm not eating out three times a day.
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Or maybe four if you include like a afternoon pastry.
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I want to show you quickly what I got.
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I got some wine so I can save money on drinks.
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I also got this Greek yogurt.
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It's this Greek yogurt.
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I only got one because I live so close to the grocery store.
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So if I like this one, I will get it again tomorrow.
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But if I don't, I'll try something new.
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and then to go with the greek yogurt i got some blueberries
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and i know what you're gonna think this is humongous
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but i got this really delicious looking granola
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that has like dark chocolate bananas nuts and oats
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and it's a big bag
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but i figured i can always bring it back with me to spain
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and then for lunch i got this really delicious looking salad which has like noodles and apples and tomatoes and goat cheese.
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And lastly, the thing I'm most excited about is I got these True Dates.
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There's so many different flavor options.
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The ones I picked up are creamy peanut butter because that just sounds delicious.
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So I kind of want to try one right now just because I'm very curious.
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Oh, whoa, they look crazy.
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They're like white and brown.
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I don't even know, but okay, let's try it.
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Honestly, I would repurchase.
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However, I will say I think just like normal medril dates
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with peanut butter in it tastes better than this because this is like attempting to be that, but it's just like not quite as good so I think
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if you have more time definitely opt for just like the dates
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and peanut butter yourself but if you are lazy
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and don't want to do
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that this is honestly a
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pretty good alternative
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I'm not
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sure what I have.
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it is raining pretty intensely right now and i kind of like it
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because yesterday was like my sunny day today's the rainy day
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and then tomorrow is also sunny
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so it's like a nice sandwich of all the weather combos
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but thankfully the airbnb host does have an umbrella it is right here because I didn't pack one for sure.
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So she has one and it matches my outfit.
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So very cute.
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I'm about to head out to get breakfast
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and then I want to look for a stationery shop because I really want to write letters to my friends and colleagues.
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And I feel like Copenhagen would have really cute cards.
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So let's go do that.
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I'm
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going
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to go to the next one. So you
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don't know this but i fully just took like a two hour nap
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so i was tired i am now gonna make some lunch.
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I'm gonna make that salad I had yesterday and I also stopped at Heart's Bakery
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and like preemptively knew that I was gonna want coffee later so I picked up a cortado.
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I normally don't get cortados but I was feeling like switching it up a little bit.
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And I got a vanilla cardamom bun.
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Vanilla cardamom soft bun.
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And then from Muji I just picked up pretty basic like white
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cardstock so I can just write little notes to my friends
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and then just white envelopes
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and then the thing I'm most excited about is they have their pens
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and I feel like obviously we all know their pens are good
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but I didn't know they had their black pen in 0.3 I saw it in 0.38 before
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but never 0.3 and it's like a click one which I think that sound is so satisfying
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I am gonna get drinks with this girl I met yesterday So that is at like 5 or 6 p.m.
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We haven't decided on where to go But I'm quickly gonna eat
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and then get ready for that and it should be fun
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I'm sorry.
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I thought
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I was doing this on the bike.
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I thought I was gonna like this vanilla cardamom bun more than I do, but I actually don't.
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I feel like it just tastes like bread with like the smallest hint of cardamom in vanilla.
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My yogurt bowl, on the other hand, is 10 out of 10.
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I am obsessed with my yogurt bowl.
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Anyways, today I have to check out of my Airbnb in like two hours,
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so I'm gonna finish up eating and just relaxing for a moment and then pack up and clean up a little bit.
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I'm
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sorry you

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About This Lesson

In this lesson, learners will practice listening comprehension, pronunciation, and conversational skills through an engaging experience in Copenhagen. The transcript from the video features a casual conversation that illustrates daily activities and personal reflections, making it an excellent resource for those looking to improve their English pronunciation. As you immerse yourself in the context of the video, you'll also get insights into cultural experiences, ideally suited for IELTS speaking practice.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • long weekend - A period extending beyond the usual weekend, often including a holiday.
  • concert - A live music performance.
  • obsessed - Having an intense preoccupation with something.
  • pinch me moment - An expression indicating disbelief at a fortunate situation.
  • self-discovery - The process of understanding oneself better.
  • serene - Calm and peaceful.
  • hang out - To spend time casually with someone.
  • lush - Rich and abundant, often referring to vegetation.

Practice Tips

To make the most of this lesson, try using the shadowing technique while watching the video. Begin by listening to small segments of the conversation, focusing on the natural rhythm and intonation of the speaker. Since the video captures a relaxed tone, it’s an ideal environment to practice your speaking skills. Here are some specific tips:

  • Start with short clips of the conversation. Pause after each sentence and repeat what you've heard, ensuring you match the speaker's pace.
  • Use a shadowing app to record yourself while you practice. Listening to your own pronunciation can help you identify areas for improvement.
  • Focus on key phrases that affect meaning. Pay close attention to emotional expressions like “pinch me moment” and how they impact the conversation.
  • Engage in IELTS speaking practice by summarizing key points from the video in your own words. This enhances your ability to organize thoughts and articulate them clearly.

By consistently practicing with videos like this one, you'll not only improve your English pronunciation but also develop a deeper understanding of conversational English in context. Enjoy the process of learning English with YouTube as you explore diverse cultures through personal stories and experiences!

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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