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Vocabulary and speaking notes for this lesson
This A2 speaking lesson is built on the video “Learn English Conversation Unit 11 Buying a Phone”. This video has 43 sentences and 218 words to shadow. The speech runs for 2:18. The speaker talks slowly, about 95 words per minute, so there is time to copy every sound. 89% of the words are among the 3,000 most common in English, so the vocabulary is easy to follow. 13 of its 43 sentences are questions, so it is good practice for question intonation and short answers.
Key vocabulary in this video
13 words from the video worth learning, with pronunciation and meaning:
| Word | Pronunciation | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| shoe noun | /ˈʃu/ | A protective covering for the foot, with a bottom part composed of thick leather or plastic sole and often a thicker heel, and a softer upper part made of… |
| borrow verb | /ˈbɑɹ.oʊ/ | To receive (something) from somebody temporarily, expecting to return it. |
| mhm | /m̩ˈhm̩/ | Expressing agreement or affirmation. |
| ringtone noun | /ˈɹɪŋˌtəʊn/ | The sound made by a telephone when ringing. |
| vibrate verb | /ˈvaɪ.bɹeɪt/ | To shake with small, rapid movements to and fro. |
| recommend verb | /ˌɹɛkəˈmɛnd/ | To bestow commendation on; to represent favorably; to suggest, endorse or encourage as an appropriate choice. |
| loud adjective | /ˈlaʊ̯d/ | Of great intensity. |
| mobile adjective | /ˈmoʊ.bəl/ | Capable of being moved, especially on wheels. |
| feature noun | /ˈfi.t͡ʃɚ/ | A component that draws attention or interest. |
| notice verb | /ˈnoʊ.tɪs/ | To become aware of; to observe. |
| everybody | /ˈɛvɹi(ˌ)bədi/ | All people. |
| worry verb | /ˈwʌ.ɹi/ | To be troubled; to give way to mental anxiety or doubt. |
| pair noun | /pɛə/ | Two alike or identical things taken together; often followed by of. |
Sentences worth repeating
Short, complete lines from the video that you can reuse in everyday conversation:
- Have you ever had a mobile phone before?
- May I ask, why do you want a phone?
- Do you like my new phone?
- What features would you like?
Grammar in this video
The structures the speaker uses most, with the exact words from the video:
| Structure | In the video |
|---|---|
| Present perfect have/has + past participle — a past action that still matters now | you've come · Have you ever had |
| Advice with “should” should + verb — saying what is a good idea | should have · should vibrate |
| Future with “will” will + verb — a decision, promise or prediction | will be · won't let · I'll take |
Pronunciation to watch
The speaker uses 6 contractions and reduced forms, such as you've, don't, I'll. Say them the short way, as you hear them.
How to practise with this video
- Listen to the whole video once without speaking and note the words you do not know.
- Shadow it sentence by sentence at normal speed, repeating each one until your rhythm matches the speaker.
- Record yourself and compare with the original, paying attention to words like shoe, borrow, mhm.
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.