Shadowing Practice: I dictionary 2 - UNIT 2 THE BODY - Learn English Speaking with Video

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Ankle Ankle Ankle Ankle Back Back
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Back.
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Bottom.
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Bottom.
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Bottom.
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Finger.
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Finger.
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Finger.
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Knee.
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Knee Knee Neck Neck
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Neck Shoulder Shoulder Shoulder
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Stomach stomach teeth
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thumb thumb, thumb toes, toes,
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toes tooth, tooth Toes Tooth Tooth Tooth Tooth
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Wrist Wrist Wrist Wrist Beard
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beard blonde curly
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dark fair
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hairstyle Hairstyle
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Mustache Mustache Mustache Straight
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Straight Straight.
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This is Vicki.
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Vicki is a hairdresser.
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She works at Cool Cut Salon.
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Cool Cut Salon is a great place for a fun haircut and a new hairstyle.
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Welcome to Cool Cut Salon.
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Do you want a cut?
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Do you want a new hairstyle?
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With my clever scissors and my careful comb, I can quickly change your hair.
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Just sit on this chair.
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Look at Vicky's hair.
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It looks really crazy.
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It's long and short.
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It's straight and curly.
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It's blonde, brown and red.
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Do you like my hair?
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I know it looks a bit crazy, but I like it.
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An old man with a long gray beard and a big mustache comes into Cool Cut Salon.
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His hair is really long.
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It ends at his knees.
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Hello, Vicky.
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I was in the jungle for a long time.
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I need a haircut.
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Oh, yes, you do.
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Sit down on this chair, please.
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Wash, wash, wash.
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Comb, comb, comb.
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Cut, cut, cut.
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Your hair, your beard, and your mustache were long.
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Now they're short.
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My fingers cut with my clever scissors.
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My careful comb flies through the air.
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Look in the mirror and admire your new hair.
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Wow!
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Fantastic!
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My hair, my beard, and my mustache look really cool.
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Now I can go to the swimming pool.
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A girl with a long, heavy ponytail down her back comes into Cool Cut's salon.
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Hello, Vicki.
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I don't like my ponytail anymore.
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I want a new hairstyle.
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I want short, curly hair.
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Okay, no problem.
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Just sit on this chair and close your eyes.
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Wash, wash, wash.
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Comb, comb, comb.
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Cut, cut, cut.
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And your hair is done.
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My fingers cut with my clever scissors.
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My careful comb flies through the air.
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Look in the mirror and admire your new hair.
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Wow!
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Thank you, Vicki.
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I love my new hairstyle.
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A mother with a baby boy comes into Cool Cut Salon.
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My baby's only got one tooth and only five thin hairs.
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Please help.
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No problem.
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I can help with hair.
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Just sit on this chair with your teddy bear.
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Comb, comb, comb.
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Cut, cut, cut.
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Wait and see.
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I want nice blonde hair for this baby boy.
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One, two, three.
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Wow.
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Thank you, Vicky.
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He looks great.
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What a change.
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What a change.
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An old lady comes into Cool Cut's salon.
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She brings her dog Rex with her.
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Rex is big and fat.
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He's got long, curly brown hair.
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and a short tail.
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Hello, Vicky.
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I want a new hairstyle for my dog.
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Can you help?
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Hmm...
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Interesting.
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A new hairstyle for a dog.
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Rex sees the scissors and the comb and he runs away.
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Ruff!
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Ruff!
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Ruff!
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Ruff!
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Thank you.
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Why This Video Is Perfect for Speaking Practice

If you’re looking to boost your English speaking skills, this video is a hidden gem. It blends clear, repetitive vocabulary with a lively dialogue, making it ideal for shadowing technique practice. The slow, deliberate pronunciation of body parts—like "ankle," "wrist," and "mustache"—lets you focus on mimicking sounds, while the conversational parts (think Vicki’s salon chat) teach natural rhythm. Plus, the mix of simple sentences and descriptive language helps you build both fluency and vocabulary. It’s like having a mini language lesson wrapped in a fun story!

What Makes the Dialogue Sound So Natural?

Let’s look at a few lines that make the conversation feel real. First, "Do you want a cut? Do you want a new hairstyle?" uses short, direct questions—exactly how people talk in everyday settings. The repetition invites the listener to respond, which is key for interactive speaking. Next, "It's long and short. It's straight and curly." The contrast and parallel structure make the description easy to follow, while the casual tone avoids formal language. Finally, "Your hair, your beard, and your mustache were long. Now they're short." This before-and-after structure is simple but effective, showing how to compare states in English. These lines aren’t just words—they’re examples of how to communicate clearly and naturally.

Try This Shadowing Routine to Improve Fast

Ready to practice? Start by watching the video once to get the gist. Then, use a shadowing app or simply hit pause after each line. Repeat the words out loud, matching the speed, tone, and stress. For body parts like "knee" or "tooth," focus on making the sounds crisp. For the dialogue, try to copy Vicki’s friendly intonation. Record yourself and compare it to the video—you’ll notice small tweaks that make a big difference. This shadowspeak method (repeating immediately after the speaker) trains your mouth and brain to work together, making English feel more natural. Do this for 10 minutes a day, and you’ll soon find yourself speaking with more confidence. Remember, learning English with YouTube doesn’t have to be complicated—just hit play, repeat, and 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.

Shadowing technique: read the full step-by-step guide →