Shadowing Practice: "John Wick Will Be Dead" — The Marquis' Warning (Bill Skarsgard) | John Wick: Chapter 4 - Learn English Speaking with YouTube

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Prehebrhard Rookie America Under the old laws, only one can survive.
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Prehebrhard Rookie America Under the old laws, only one can survive.
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You both understand that?
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Very good.
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Rules.
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The challenge chooses first.
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Time.
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Sunrise.
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Now.
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Sunrise.
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Location.
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You come here thinking there is a way out of this world for you, Mr.
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Wick.
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Or is not.
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The centre pump it.
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Sacre Coeur.
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Sacre Coeur.
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Weapons.
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If you win, the table will honor its word.
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You will have your freedom.
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But you won't take it.
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Blades.
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Pistols.
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Yes.
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Dueling pistols, 30 paces.
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In the event that both parties survive, each will approach the other at increments of 10 paces until only one remains.
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Rules of engagement.
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No quarter.
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You know why you won't take your freedom?
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Because this is who you are, who you've always been.
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You are a killer.
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An orphan we plucked from the street and owned into a knife.
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And it is the killing that gives you peppers.
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A man without peppers is nothing.
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No quarter.
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No quarter.
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If there is nothing else, gentlemen, I will see you.
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A nomination.
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It is his right.
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Do you have a name?
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Jane.
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So be it.
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Sunrise, Sacre Coeur.
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Dueling pistols, no quarter.
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Should Mr.
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Wick be victorious, he will be free of any and all obligation to the High Table, and his second will be reinstated as the manager of the rebuilt New York Continental.
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Should the Marquis Vincent Bessette de Gramont be victorious...
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Jean Wick will be dead.
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As will his second.
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Just so.
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Now, if there is nothing more, gentlemen, I will see you at sunrise.
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Failure to meet at the appointed hour will result in forfeiture and immediate execution.
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There is no Jeanne out there.
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No happy husband with a normal life.
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There's only John Wick, the killer.
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And he's going to kill you.
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Your hotel?
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Yes.
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You always have an angle, don't you?
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Doesn't everyone?
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Let's find safe harbor before it starts.
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There's something I need to do first.
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Sooner rather than later.
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Won't do it.
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You fight your own fight.
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Isn't this what you want?
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Hmm?
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Victoria Fiducia.
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You kill him, and you and your daughter will be free.
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No one can touch her.
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If you don't, she will have to face the consequences.
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The choice is yours.
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I don't know.
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Centraloum가 저런 SDGs Game.
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John.
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Saying goodbyes?
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Saying hello.
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You think your wife can hear you?
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No.
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And why bother?
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Maybe I'm wrong.
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The dead are gone.
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Only the living matter.
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After my daughter was born, I want to leave this life.
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I thought I did.
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But you didn't either.
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We're damned.
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You and I.
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On that we agree.
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My daughter's not.
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It was between you and her.
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You're going to die.
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Maybe not.
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I miss you, John.
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It's so good to sit with a friend.
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I'll see you tomorrow.
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Context & Background

The dialogue in the video from "John Wick: Chapter 4" features the character Marquis Vincent Bessette de Gramont, who is engaging in a tense negotiation with John Wick. This scene showcases the intricate world of assassins bound by strict codes and rules. The stakes are exceptionally high, as it encapsulates the tension between survival and obligation. Understanding the nuances of such dialogue can be a crucial part of improving your English speaking and listening skills, especially when it comes to grasping the intensity and emotional depth of conversations.

Top 5 Phrases for Daily Communication

  • “You both understand that?” – A phrase used to seek confirmation and ensure comprehension.
  • “There is a way out of this world for you.” – A metaphorical way to discuss choices and consequences.
  • “Rules of engagement.” – This implies predetermined guidelines for interaction or conflict.
  • “You are a killer.” – A blunt statement that could be used to describe a person's profession or role.
  • “No quarter.” – An expression meaning no mercy will be shown; critical in understanding the tone.

Step-by-step Shadowing Guide

To effectively utilize the dialogue in this video for your English speaking practice, follow this structured shadowing guide:

  1. Watch Closely: Begin by watching the video with subtitles. Pay attention to the delivery, tone, and emotions conveyed by the characters. This will give you context and help you grasp the underlying meaning of the phrases.
  2. Listen and Repeat: Focus on small sections of dialogue. Repeat after the speaker, mimicking their pronunciation and intonation. This is key to improving English pronunciation.
  3. Pause and Practice: After repeating, pause the video and try to recite the lines on your own. Use a shadowing site or simple recording device to hear yourself and identify areas for improvement.
  4. Analyze Your Speech: Compare your pronunciation with that of the character. Take note of aspects such as rhythm, stress, and emotion. This will enhance your English speaking practice.
  5. Engage with the Content: Finally, to internalize the phrases, try to use them in your conversations or writing. This not only solidifies your learning but also helps you become comfortable with complex language structures.

By following these steps, you'll find yourself integrating these powerful phrases into your daily communication, making your shadow speech more engaging and fluent.

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.

How to Practice Effectively on ShadowingEnglish

  1. Choose your video: Pick a YouTube video with clear, natural English speech. TED Talks, BBC News, movie scenes, podcasts, or IELTS sample answers all work great. Paste the URL into the search bar. Start with shorter videos (under 5 minutes) and content you find genuinely interesting — motivation matters.
  2. Listen first, understand the context: On your first pass, keep the speed at 1x and just listen. Don't try to repeat yet. Focus on understanding the meaning, picking up new vocabulary, and noticing how the speaker stresses words, links sounds, and uses pauses.
  3. Set up Shadowing mode:
    • Wait Mode: Choose +3s or +5s — after each sentence plays, the video pauses automatically so you have time to repeat it out loud. Choose Manual if you want full control and press Next yourself after each repetition.
    • Sub Sync: YouTube subtitles sometimes appear slightly ahead or behind the audio. Use ±100ms to align them perfectly so you can follow along accurately.
  4. Shadow out loud (the core practice): This is where the real work happens. As soon as a sentence plays — or during the pause — repeat it out loud, clearly and confidently. Don't just mouth the words: mirror the speaker's exact rhythm, stress, pitch, and connected speech. Aim to sound like a shadow of the speaker, not just a word-by-word recitation. Use the Repeat feature to drill the same sentence multiple times until it feels natural.
  5. Scale up the challenge: Once a passage feels comfortable, push your limits. Increase speed to <code>1.25x</code> or even <code>1.5x</code> to train high-speed language reflexes. Or set Wait Mode to <code>Off</code> for continuous shadowing — the most advanced and rewarding mode. Consistent daily practice of 15–30 minutes will produce noticeable results within weeks.

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