Shadowing Practice: IELTSCast Lesson 216 - Learn English Speaking with YouTube

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This week, we are looking at an IELTS Speaking Part 2 cue card that asks you to speak about disappointing news.
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I'll read the cue card to you now.
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Describe a time when you received some disappointing news.
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You should say what the news was,
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when and how you received it,
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who gave you the news,
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and explain how you felt about it.
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Alright, let's listen to the sample so you can hear the model spoken naturally.
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Here it is.
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We will now start part two of the exam.
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Here is your cue card.
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Start speaking now, please.
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One time I received really disappointing news was when I found out I didn't get accepted into a scholarship program.
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This happened about two years ago when I was finishing my final year of university.
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I received the news through email.
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I remember opening my inbox early one morning and seeing the message from the scholarship committee.
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As soon as I read the first few lines,
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I realized it was a rejection.
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They thanked me for my application and said the selection process had been very competitive,
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but, unfortunately, I hadn't been chosen.
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The email was polite and professional,
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but I still felt crushed.
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I had invested so much time preparing my application.
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I had to write personal statements,
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gather recommendation letters, and even attend interviews.
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More than that, the scholarship involved studying abroad,
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which had been a lifelong dream of mine.
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At first, I felt disappointed and frustrated,
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and I questioned whether I had done something wrong.
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But after a few days,
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I began to accept it and started looking for alternative paths.
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In the end, I applied to local programs
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and was later accepted into one that turned out to be a great fit for me.
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Looking back, that rejection taught me a lot about resilience and,
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in a way, showed me that setbacks are part of the growth process.
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Thank you.
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Okay, we will now start this week's speech shadowing exercise.
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In this week's free sample exercise,
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you will repeat the response to the first few sentences from the model.
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I'll read this section again to you now,
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just to refresh your memory.
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One time I received really disappointing news was when I found out I didn't get accepted into a scholarship program.
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This happened about two years ago when I was finishing my final year of university.
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Okay, here's this week's speech shadowing exercise.
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Enjoy.
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We will now start part two of the exam.
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Here is your cue card.
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Start speaking now, please.
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One time I received really disappointing news was when I found out I didn't get accepted into a scholarship program.
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Was when I found out I didn't get accepted into a scholarship program.
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A scholarship program.
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a scholarship program, was when I found out I didn't get accepted into a scholarship program
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was when I found out was when I found out I didn't get accepted into a scholarship program.
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One time I received really disappointing news,
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One time I received really disappointing news was when I found out I didn't get accepted into a scholarship program.
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One time I received really disappointing news was when I found out I didn't get accepted into a scholarship program.
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This happened about two years ago when I was finishing my final year of university.
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When I was finishing my final year of university.
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My final year of university.
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My final year of university.
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my final year of university.
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My final year of university.
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When I was finishing my final year of university.
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This happened about two years ago.
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Two years ago.
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This happened about two years ago.
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This happened about two years ago when I was finishing my final year of university.
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This happened about two years ago when I was finishing my final year of university.
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About This Lesson

In this lesson, you will engage in targeted English speaking practice by shadowing a response focused on a common topic in the IELTS Speaking test: disappointing news. You will learn how to articulate your thoughts and feelings in English effectively while structuring your response to give clear and concise information. This practice will enhance your ability to communicate emotions and personal experiences confidently in English, making it invaluable as you prepare for the IELTS exam. With the help of the shadowspeak technique, you will improve your fluency and pronunciation through active listening and repetition.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • Disappointing news: Information that causes feelings of sadness or letdown.
  • Scholarship program: A financial award given to a student to further their education.
  • Application: A formal request for something, typically submitted in writing.
  • Rejection: The act of not accepting something or someone.
  • Resilience: The ability to recover from setbacks or disappointments.
  • Competitive process: A situation where multiple candidates vie for limited opportunities.
  • Personal statements: Written descriptions of one's experiences and qualifications for a specific purpose.
  • Alternative paths: Different options or routes one can take when faced with obstacles.

Practice Tips

To make the most out of this shadowspeak exercise, focus on the following tips:

  • Listen and Repeat: As you listen to the model response, repeat each sentence aloud mimicking the speaker's tone and fluency. This will aid your english speaking practice and reinforce your pronunciation.
  • Pay Attention to Emotion: Notice how the speaker conveys feelings of disappointment and eventual acceptance. Incorporating this emotional depth into your shadowing will make your speaking more relatable and engaging.
  • Break It Down: If the pace feels quick, pause after each sentence or phrase to ensure you can accurately reproduce what you hear. Gradually increase your speed as you become more comfortable.
  • Practice Regularly: Consistency is key in mastering shadowing techniques. Use a shadowspeaking app to set a routine and keep track of your progress.
  • Record Yourself: Occasionally record your practice sessions to identify areas for improvement and track your development over time.

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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