Shadowing Practice: If You're a Beginner, WATCH THIS! | Shopping at Daiso - Learn English Speaking with Video

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Hello, everyone.
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I'm Jaerim.
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Today, Daiso.
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I'm going to Daiso.
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For my new office, I need some things for the office, so I'm going to buy them.
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There are so many things at Daiso.
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A lot. Then, shall we go together?
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This is Daiso.
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Daiso. I go into Daiso.
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I go in. Store.
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The store is spacious.
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It's spacious.
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Items. There are many items.
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Many. Here are some baskets.
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Basket. I pick up a basket.
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I pick it up.
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The store has a first floor, second floor, and basement.
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First, the second floor.
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To the second floor, I go up.
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I go up. The second floor has home decor and hobby supplies.
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I need a power strip.
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Power strip.
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In my office, there aren't enough outlets.
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Not enough.
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I choose a power strip.
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I choose one.
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This one is 1.5 meters.
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I like it. The price is 5,000 won.
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5,000 won. I put it in the basket.
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I put it in.
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Again, I go back down to the first floor.
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I go down. On the first floor, there are stationery items.
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Stationery.
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I look around.
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I look around.
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There are pens, and notebooks too.
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I need a notebook.
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I choose a notebook.
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I choose one.
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There are many cute notebooks.
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I like this small notebook.
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The notebook is small.
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It's small.
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The price is 1,000 won.
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1,000 won. It's really cheap.
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Cheap. I put one in the basket.
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I put it in.
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There are cosmetics here too.
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Cosmetics. Cosmetics aren't necessary.
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I don't need them.
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I need a mirror.
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Mirror. There are mirrors in many different shapes.
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This one is heart-shaped.
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Heart. The mirror is cute.
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Cute. But, I like this mirror more.
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I like it more.
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The price is 2,000 won.
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2,000 won. I put one in the basket.
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I put it in the basket.
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There are hair accessories here.
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There are hair clips, headbands, and hair ties.
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This hair clip, I like it.
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It's pretty.
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It's pretty.
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Actually, I have a lot of hair clips at home.
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I have a lot at home.
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But, I want to buy another one.
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I want to buy another one.
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It's only 2,000 won.
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It's 2,000 won.
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I put one in the basket.
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I put it in.
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I need a charging cable.
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I need one.
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There isn't one in the office.
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There isn't one.
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I look for the cable I need.
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I look for it.
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I put one in the basket.
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I put it in.
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Now I go down to the basement.
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I go down to the basement.
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In the basement, there are bathroom, cleaning, and kitchen supplies.
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First, I look at the kitchen supplies.
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I look around.
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I need a knife.
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Knife. I need a knife.
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I choose a knife.
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I choose one.
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I chose this one.
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I chose it.
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It's 3,000 won.
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3,000 won. I put it in the basket.
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I put it in.
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I need oven mitts.
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I'm looking for oven mitts.
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But I can't find them.
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I can't find them.
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So, I ask an employee.
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I ask. Excuse me, where are the oven mitts?
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You can find them in aisle 10.
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Oh, thank you.
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Aisle 10. In aisle 10, I found them.
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I found them.
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Here they are.
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These are gloves used in the kitchen.
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The price is 1,000 won.
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1,000 won. One of these, two of these.
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I put two in the basket.
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There are many pretty cups and glasses here.
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I look at the cups and glasses.
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I look around.
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I like this one.
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The price is 2,000 won.
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Hot water, cold water, both are okay.
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I put one in the basket.
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I put it in.
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There are many cute cups here.
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This one is cute.
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But, it's heavy.
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Heavy. This one is small.
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And, it's not heavy.
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Not heavy. It's light.
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Light. It's only 1,000 won too.
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1,000 won. I buy this one.
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Lastly, I look at some snacks.
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There are snacks.
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I put one kombucha in the basket.
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I put it in.
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Now I pay. At the self-checkout, I pay.
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It's self-service.
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I scan the barcode.
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I scan it. The total came to 25,000 won.
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25,000 won.
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For twelve items, it came to 25,000 won.
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Really cheap, right?
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I pay. I pay.
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Shopping basket.
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I put the items into my shopping bag.
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I put them in.
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I leave through here.
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I leave. Today, I shopped at Daiso.
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I went shopping.
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At Daiso, I bought a power strip, a notebook, and a mirror.
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I bought everything I needed.
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There are so many things at Daiso.
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They have everything.
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Everything is there.
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And, the prices are affordable.
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Affordable.
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So, it's very popular.
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Very popular.
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If you ever get the chance, try visiting Daiso.
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Give it a try.
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I think you'll enjoy it.
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Then, see you in the next video.
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Bye!

Why practice speaking with this video?

This video is an excellent resource for English speaking practice, especially for beginners. By exploring a real-life shopping experience at Daiso, learners can familiarize themselves with everyday vocabulary and phrases. Engaging with this content not only helps in building confidence but also enhances listening skills, as the speaker describes various items and actions in a clear and relatable manner. Utilizing the shadowing technique while watching allows learners to mimic pronunciation, intonation, and rhythm of native speakers. It's a practical way to improve speaking skills essential for scenarios like shopping or casual conversations.

Grammar & Expressions in Context

In the transcript, several key grammatical structures and expressions are particularly useful for learners:

  • Simple Present tense: The speaker frequently uses the simple present tense, such as "I go to Daiso" and "The store has a first floor." This tense helps express routine actions and general truths, which are fundamental in English communication.
  • Descriptive adjectives: Words like "spacious," "cute," and "small" are utilized to describe items. Knowing how to use descriptive adjectives expands vocabulary and allows learners to express opinions and preferences clearly.
  • Quantifiers: The speaker uses phrases like "many items" and "not enough outlets." Understanding and using quantifiers are essential when discussing quantities or amounts, which can enhance clarity in spoken communication.
  • Action phrases: Expressions like "I pick it up" and "I put it in the basket" illustrate common actions. Learning these phrases equips learners with the ability to talk about daily tasks effectively.

Common Pronunciation Traps

While practicing with this video, learners may encounter certain pronunciation challenges:

  • Daiso: This brand name may be unfamiliar; pay close attention to the pronunciation, emphasizing the "Dai" and the soft "so."
  • Power strip: The term "power strip" could be tricky. Focus on the linked sounds, blending "ow" and “str” as you say it.
  • Stationery vs. Stationary: The distinction between these two words can be confusing. Ensure clear pronunciation, as one refers to office supplies, while the other means not moving.

Practicing these elements will greatly aid in your IELTS speaking practice or any speaking tests. Utilizing a shadowing site for pronunciation practice can further support your learning journey.

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.