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Today we're learning English by visiting a French Christmas market in Sydney,
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Today we're learning English by visiting a French Christmas market in Sydney,
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Australia and simply tap it on the terminal.
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I could see someone preparing them fresh, sweet and savoury.
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Shocked at how it just crumbled in my mouth.
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Did you know that with only 3,000 words you can understand up to 90% of spoken English?
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And that's why you're joining me today to learn through comprehensible input.
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One of the best ways to learn through context,
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through seeing, doing and experiencing.
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So let's get to the markets and see what we can enjoy.
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To get to the market,
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we took the light rail.
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We just had to wait three minutes for it to arrive.
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These come quite frequently so it's a very convenient way to get to certain areas in Sydney.
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Here comes the light rail now.
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It's kind of a small train or similar to a tram.
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I really like the ad on the side here,
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these kind of Christmas themed Lego characters.
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So cute.
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Once the doors are open,
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people board the light rail.
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It was a very quick trip.
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Our stop was Moore Park.
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Of course, once we get off,
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it's important to remember to tap off.
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That's how we pay for transport here.
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We can use an Opal card or your credit card and simply tap it on the terminal.
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I use my phone.
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One of the first things I see at the market are
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some people taking photos with Santa next to a wonderful little Christmas tree.
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I then thought I'd explore the market a little bit.
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There were a lot of stores.
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This one here is selling French bread.
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There was a lot of different food and people walking around.
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It was quite nice, it's in this covered area,
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there's a tarp over the top providing shade so it wasn't too sunny inside.
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There were a lot of food stores,
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I couldn't really decide where to start.
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All of the bread and baked goods looked so delicious.
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There were also stores selling other things like clothes.
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It looks like this lady is trying on a red jacket.
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This stall caught my attention.
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It looks like they were selling baby clothes,
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but I just really liked this artwork.
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Very French and really simple use of colours,
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just red and blue, yet somehow it still felt so colourful.
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Now it's time to eat.
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The first thing that caught my attention were these duck baguettes.
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I could see someone preparing them fresh.
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One of my favourite things about this market was this outside area.
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You could come out here and sit down and eat at a picnic table.
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Do not feed the birds.
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The baguette itself smelled so good and it was so delicious.
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The duck was juicy.
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After eating in the hot sun, I was quite thirsty.
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And this stall caught my eye.
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Orangina.
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I've never seen this drink before.
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Apparently this is a very French drink.
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The bottle was very interesting.
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It kind of looks like an orange formed into a glass bottle.
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I needed to eat more.
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And of course it wouldn't be a French market without crepes you can see a mix here of sweet
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and savory crepes the sweet one has nutella and banana on it
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while the savory one has spinach mushrooms and cheese oh did i mention cheese
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so much cheese it's so good watching these be prepared i was so hungry even though I just ate the duck baguette.
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You can see how crispy it is when he's folding it.
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My mouth was watering.
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We decided to get a savory one.
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Here's our crepe.
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It looks so good.
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It's nicely toasted so you can see the different colors.
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Some parts are a little bit lighter,
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some parts are a little bit darker and it just stretches open to reveal the delicious ingredients inside.
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This was awesome.
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Now it was time to find something sweet.
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I looked around for a while.
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There are a lot of really delicious looking tarts.
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This flan caught my eye.
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I've never really tried anything like this before so I was curious.
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This store was selling macaroons with some very interesting flavours.
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I love macaroons.
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I know they are difficult to make and they look so pretty all the different colors.
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This one really got my attention.
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Sunset Nectar, Mandarin, Orange, Citrus Fruit,
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Australian Honey and 35% White Chocolate.
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I need to try this.
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We ended up getting the Sunset Nectar,
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a pistachio and the creme brulee flavor.
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They're so delicate, but it looks so gorgeous.
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I was absolutely shocked at how it just crumbled in my mouth.
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That's a good thing.
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The outside was crispy.
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The inside was soft, just like a macaroon should be.
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You can see from my reaction, I loved this.
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That's really good.
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So good.
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It's not bad.
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Pistachio.
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The pistachio was nice, but not as good as the creme brulee.
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And then finally the sunset nectar, which I absolutely loved.
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That was easily my favorite.
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Oh, that is awesome.
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You got some taste?
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Mm-hmm.
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That is so delicious.
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It was quite unique to other flavors that I'd tried before.
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Thank you for joining me on this adventure to the French Christmas markets in Australia.
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Leave a comment and let me know what new words you learned in this video.
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Context & Background

In this engaging video, viewers learn English in a practical setting—the vibrant atmosphere of a French Christmas market in Sydney, Australia. The speaker utilizes a method known as comprehensible input, which focuses on understanding language through context, visuals, and experiences, making it an effective way to learn. As the audience explores the market, they are exposed to everyday interactions and vocabulary related to transportation, food, and shopping, enhancing their grasp of spoken English while enjoying the festive environment.

Top 5 Phrases for Daily Communication

  • “Tap it on the terminal.” - A common phrase when using public transport payment systems.
  • “I thought I’d explore the market a little bit.” - Useful for expressing curiosity and the desire to discover new places.
  • “It was a very quick trip.” - Perfect for describing short journeys.
  • “It looks like...” - This phrase is helpful for making observations about your surroundings.
  • “I couldn’t really decide where to start.” - Often used when faced with multiple options, particularly in dining or shopping contexts.

Step-by-step Shadowing Guide

To effectively utilize the content of this video and improve English pronunciation, follow this shadowing guide:

  1. Watch the video once without interruptions. Familiarize yourself with the context and theme of the Christmas market.
  2. Rewind to shorter sections. Pause after each phrase or sentence as the speaker describes their experiences. This allows you to focus on pronunciation and intonation.
  3. Practice shadow speech. Repeat the speaker’s words exactly, trying to mimic not just the sounds but also the rhythm and stress patterns. This is a key element of shadowspeak.
  4. Record yourself. After shadowing, listen to your pronunciation compared to the original. This step will highlight areas for improvement.
  5. Incorporate new vocabulary. Use the phrases you learned in your daily conversations. Regular practice solidifies your learning and increases confidence.

By following these steps on this shadowing site, you can seamlessly integrate learning into your daily life while enjoying the experience that comes with immersive English learning at places like the Christmas market.

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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