Shadowing Practice: Learn English Through Story - Read and Repeat Shadowing (Lesson #65) - English Shadowing - Learn English Speaking with Video
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Well, hello, all of my students.
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I hope you're having a fantastic day.
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My name is Jay and welcome to another English lesson here on the channel.
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Today, I am going to help you improve your English by reading a story at a moderate pace
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and explaining key vocabulary words and phrases.
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Now, today's story is something I put together that many of us as adults can relate to.
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So as an English learner, if you're from 21 to maybe 45 or 50 and over,
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you will definitely be able to relate to today's story.
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So I'll read it slow and explain it.
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And I want you to take notes of the key words and phrases, and you'll be able to practice them at a later time.
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Okay, so let's get ready for some learning and laughter and let's dive into today's story.
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Madison had not planned to spend her Saturday morning thinking about car insurance, okay?
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She had not planned.
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She had not scheduled.
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This was something that she did not look forward to doing.
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However, her old policy was about to expire,
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which created an unexpected sense of urgency.
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Unexpected sense of urgency.
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So something unexpected is the same as saying something that is not planned.
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You did not know it was going to happen.
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All right.
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When we talk about urgency, urgency, a strong need to act quickly.
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Okay.
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It was of great urgency to get my pregnant wife to the hospital.
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Oh, my goodness.
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I remember when we had our first child and I thought it was going to happen like the movies.
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You know, when she has her water break, I thought the baby was coming immediately.
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And so at two or three o'clock in the morning, I am racing down the highway with the utmost urgency to get to the hospital.
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And she was in labor for hours.
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I felt like a plum fool.
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Let's continue and find out what happens.
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She opened several websites and began a careful comparison of different insurance plans.
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Now, when you talk about a comparison,
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it's examining differences between your choices or options.
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You compare.
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When you go shopping for shoes, you compare one pair of shoes to another.
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That's a comparison.
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Some people compare McDonald's to Burger King.
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They look at the two options and they notice the differences.
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Well, some people like the fries at McDonald's more so than Burger King.
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But some people like their burgers grilled instead of fried like they do at McDonald's.
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That's a comparison.
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Okay.
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Some people compare my channel to other English channels.
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Okay.
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At first, the process felt confusing because each company used slightly different terminology, slightly different terminology.
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So when we talk about terminology, special words used in a particular field.
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OK, so there are certain terms that a doctor uses that I wouldn't use.
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But then there are certain terms that a police officer uses that a teacher would not use.
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OK, one item 12.
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We have a 1911 going in progress now.
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Send a 1040 to the scene.
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I am at.
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So who knows what that means?
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Different terminology, different words are used to express different things.
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OK, so she was confused when she was reading through the websites.
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One quote looked attractive until she noticed a high deductible hidden in the details.
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Okay.
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A deductible.
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The amount you pay before insurance covers cost.
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All right.
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So some people have a $500 deductible.
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Some people have a thousand dollar deductible.
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Meaning if there's an accident,
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you pay the first $500 and then they pay the remainder or you pay the first $1,000 and then they pay the remainder.
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That's a deductible, all right?
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Now, notice a high deductible was hidden in the details.
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She didn't see it, okay?
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She did not recognize it.
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She did not notice it.
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It was hidden from her.
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Another plan offered broader coverage, but the monthly payment seemed slightly higher, okay?
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broader coverage, meaning they offered more, a broader range, a greater range.
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So maybe it had roadside assistance.
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Maybe it had rental car coverage.
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It had broader coverage.
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Coverage.
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Coverage has to do with protection provided by an insurance company.
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Cover.
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Notice the word cover inside of coverage.
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So when we talk about coverage, it has to do with something covering, okay, or protection.
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The roof provided coverage from the storm, okay?
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The umbrella gave me coverage during the wet season, okay?
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Coverage.
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Madison realized she needed to examine the fine print before making any quick decisions.
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Okay, she realized, she thought about it.
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She needed to examine, look closely so nothing would be missed or overlooked.
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Now, when we talk about the fine print,
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the fine print, Small details in a contract that are easy to overlook.
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All right.
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So we often say you better read the fine print before you sign that.
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OK.
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So you better look at all of the details before you make a final conclusion.
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All right.
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The fine print.
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She called an agent who patiently explained the differences between basic protection and full liability.
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OK, she called an agent, an agent, someone who represents someone else.
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OK, in this sense, an agent represents an insurance company.
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So she gave them a call.
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OK, liability.
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When we talk about liability, it has to do with legal responsibility for damage or loss liability.
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OK, we put a sign out during the rain
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so people wouldn't slip on the floor and there would be no liability on the company.
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liability.
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Okay.
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The conversation helped remove much of the confusion she had been feeling earlier.
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The conversation, when you communicate with other people,
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you converse, conversate, converse, confusion, lack of understanding or clarity.
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Okay.
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So you would use this word when you don't understand something.
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So if you are a beginning English learner, you might say, this is a bit confusing.
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I don't understand.
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All right.
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Confusing.
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You don't grasp what you should do.
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It's not really clear yet.
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All right.
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Some women are confusing to understand.
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They say one thing but mean another.
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Okay, so confusing.
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It's not clear.
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You don't understand.
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Come on, ladies.
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Don't get upset.
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You know I'm telling the truth.
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Still, Madison wanted a policy that provided both financial security and reasonable cost.
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So in other words, She wanted a plan that was going to suit her needs, that was going to work out for her.
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Provide security, protection from financial risk, security.
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All right.
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We're almost done.
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After reviewing the numbers again,
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she noticed one company offered a helpful discount for safe drivers.
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OK, after reviewing, examining, going over.
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OK, a discount, discount, a reduction in price discount.
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Who doesn't love a great discount?
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OK, the plan balanced affordability with strong protection,
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which gave her confidence in the choice.
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Okay.
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Protection, protection, something that keeps you safe from harm or loss.
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Okay.
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Protection.
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All right.
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The dog provided protection for the family.
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Okay.
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He bought a firearm for personal protection.
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Okay.
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President Trump talks about protecting America.
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Okay.
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To offer to keep someone safe from harm.
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All right.
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Let's wind it up with these last two sentences.
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By the afternoon, Madison finalized the policy and received a confirmation email.
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Okay.
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Finalized.
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Coming to an end or conclude.
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I am about to finalize today's English lesson.
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Finalize to make a lasting decision.
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All right.
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Instead of feeling stressed, she felt satisfied knowing that she had made a thoughtful and responsible decision.
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Okay.
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She had made a thoughtful and responsible decision.
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Okay.
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So that's going to do it for today's quick English lesson.
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Through story, of course, I have given you about 10 plus words for today.
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Okay.
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So what I want you to do is make sure you take two words
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if you are a beginner and use two words in a conversation within the next week.
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If you are intermediate or advanced, you should be using three to maybe five words.
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OK, make sure you watch today's lesson again.
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I didn't make it too long.
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And so I want you to watch it once with the subtitles on and once with the subtitles off.
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Also, if you gained some value, if you were helped in any way, if you're not a subscriber, make sure you subscribe.
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Let me know down in the comments section where you're watching from.
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If this is your first time, let me know if you have a story idea you want me to write about
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so I can help you improve your English.
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I enjoy reading stories.
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That is a great way to help you improve your English.
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I think I do a decent job of explaining words.
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And so I hope my style is benefiting you on your English learning journey.
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OK, with that being said, be sure to share today's lesson on Facebook, on what is it?
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WhatsApp or whatever other social media platform you use that would greatly help the channel.
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And make sure you get some rest.
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Okay.
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Enjoy the rest of your day so you can join me on my next English lesson.
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I'll see you then.
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About This Lesson
This lesson helps you practice english speaking practice using the shadowing technique. You’ll follow along with a relatable story about adult life, read at a moderate pace, while learning key vocabulary and phrases. The video combines storytelling with clear explanations, making it perfect for learners aged 21–50+ to improve comprehension and speaking skills. By engaging with the content, you’ll also work on improve english pronunciation through natural repetition.
Key Vocabulary & Phrases
- Unexpected sense of urgency: A sudden, strong need to act quickly (e.g., "Her flight was canceled, creating an unexpected sense of urgency to rebook").
- Comparison: Examining differences between options (e.g., "I did a comparison of three phone plans before choosing one").
- Terminology: Special words used in a specific field (e.g., "Legal terminology can be hard to understand without a dictionary").
- Moderate pace: A speed that’s easy to follow but not too slow (ideal for shadowing practice).
- Relate to: To connect with a situation or feeling (e.g., "Many adults can relate to the stress of renewing insurance").
Practice Tips
To make the most of this video for shadowspeaks practice, start by listening to the story once to grasp the context. Then, pause after each sentence and repeat it immediately—this is the core of the shadowing technique. Focus on matching the speaker’s tone and rhythm, not just the words. The moderate pace means you can easily mimic pronunciation, so pay attention to how "urgency" and "terminology" are stressed. For english speaking practice, record yourself and compare it to the video to spot areas to improve. Repeat tricky phrases (like "unexpected sense of urgency") until they feel natural. Remember, consistency is key—even 10 minutes a day with this video will boost your fluency. Learn english with videos like this one to combine vocabulary building with real-world speaking practice.
Grammar in this video
The structures the speaker uses most, with the exact words from the video:
| Structure | In the video |
|---|---|
| Passive voice be + past participle — the focus is on what happens, not who does it | is not planned · was hidden · would be missed |
| Past continuous was/were + -ing — an action in progress at a moment in the past | was coming · was reading |
| Advice with “should” should + verb — saying what is a good idea | should do · should be |
| Obligation: must / have to / need to saying that something is necessary | need to act · has to do · needed to examine |
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.