Shadowing Practice: I AM THAT MONSTER - L's Speech - Death Note [Edit/AMV] - Learn English Speaking with YouTube

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I try to envision the events that take place as individual elements.
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I try to envision the events that take place as individual elements.
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I can then make a note of each one, but I gain a better understanding when I combine all of these again as a whole.
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Which is why I have very bad handwriting.
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Any other questions?
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Oh, oh!
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Can you tell me if there's something that you're not good at or maybe something that you're scared of?
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Something I'm scared of?
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I suppose.. monsters.
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Me too!
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I am too!
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Dummy, El's not the same as you.
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There are many types of monsters in this world.
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Monsters who will not show themselves and who cause trouble.
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Monsters who abduct children.
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Monsters who devour dreams.
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Monsters who suck blood. And...
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Monsters who always tell lies.
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Lying monsters are a real nuisance.
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They are much more cunning than other monsters.
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They pose as humans, even though they have no understanding of the human heart.
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They eat, even though they've never experienced hunger.
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They study even though they have no interest in academics.
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They seek friendship even though they do not know how to love.
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If I were to encounter such a monster, I would likely be eaten by it.
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Because in truth, I am that monster.

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Boost Your English Speaking with This Compelling Video Clip

Learning English with YouTube is a dynamic way to master real-world communication, and this video’s dialogue offers rich practice for speaking skills. Let’s break down how to use it effectively, whether you’re using a shadowing app, shadowspeak technique, or a dedicated shadowing site.

What You’ll Learn

This clip hones two key skills: expressing complex ideas clearly and conveying emotion through tone. The speaker connects abstract concepts (like "monsters") to personal reflection, teaching you to structure thoughts logically while keeping speech natural. Additionally, the shift from casual questions to a serious confession trains you to adjust tone for emotional impact—critical for engaging conversations.

Listen For These Sounds

Notice the connected speech in phrases like "I try to envision" (where "try to" links to "tryta") and "make a note of each one" (with "of each" reducing to "ovv each"). These subtle links are how natives speak fluidly. Also, listen for the softening of "can you tell me" to "canyou tell me"—a common reduction that makes speech sound less stilted. Practicing these with a shadowing app helps you internalize natural rhythm.

Say It Like a Native

To mirror the speaker’s style, focus on stress and pauses. Words like "monsters," "cunning," and "truth" are stressed to emphasize key ideas, while short pauses after "I suppose..." and "Because in truth..." build tension. Use the shadowspeak method: repeat the lines immediately after the speaker, matching their pace and stress. A shadowing site can help you record and compare your delivery, ensuring you capture the nuance of the speaker’s reflective tone. Remember, native-like speech isn’t just about pronunciation—it’s about rhythm and emphasis.

By dissecting this clip and practicing with shadowing tools, you’ll transform passive listening into active speaking skills. Start today, and watch your English fluency grow.

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.