Shadowing Practice: Learn English via Listening Beginner Level | Lesson 21 | Daily Schedule - Learn English Speaking with Video

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Daily Schedule I wake up every morning at 7 o'clock.
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I take a shower.
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I eat my breakfast.
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I usually have toast or cereal.
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I brush my teeth.
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I put on my clothes.
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I catch the school bus.
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I ride to school.
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In my class, we have math and English before recess.
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At recess time, the girls skip or walk around and talk.
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The boys play in the playground or play baseball.
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After recess, we have physical education and geography.
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We eat lunch and then we play outside.
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When the bell rings, we line up to go back into the classroom.
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After lunch, we have history and science.
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At recess, we play ball again.
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Some of the girls play ball too.
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In the winter, we build snowmen.
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If it is too cold, we stay indoors and talk to each other.
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After recess, we have music and health.
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We get out of school at 3.30.
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I sometimes walk home with my friends, or I take the bus.
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I have a snack and change my clothes when I get home.
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If it is raining, I watch television.
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If it is nice outside, I play with my friends.
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I have supper at 5.30.
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On some nights, I help my mother to do the dishes.
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After supper, I do my homework.
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I wash my face and hands and brush my teeth.
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I change into my pajamas.
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I go to bed at 9 o'clock.
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Context & Background

In this lesson, we explore the daily schedule of a typical student. The speaker begins by detailing their morning routine, which includes waking up, taking a shower, and preparing breakfast. This transcription provides a glimpse into how a student navigates their day, attending school, participating in various subjects, and engaging in recreational activities during breaks. The simplicity and repetition in the language make it an excellent resource for beginner English learners aiming to practice listening and comprehension skills while enriching their daily vocabulary.

Top 5 Phrases for Daily Communication

  • I wake up every morning at 7 o'clock.
  • I eat my breakfast.
  • After lunch, we have history and science.
  • I sometimes walk home with my friends.
  • I go to bed at 9 o'clock.

These phrases are fundamental expressions used in daily conversations and can be practiced to improve both speaking and listening skills.

Step-by-step Shadowing Guide

To effectively utilize the content from this lesson, consider the following shadowing approach to enhance your English pronunciation and speaking skills:

  1. Listen Carefully: Play the video several times to familiarize yourself with the content and overall intonation of the speaker.
  2. Repeat After the Speaker: Use a shadowing app or record yourself as you repeat the phrases. Pay attention to the rhythm and stress of the words as you imitate the speaker closely.
  3. Focus on Difficult Words: Identify any challenging words or phrases. Break them down and practice them separately before trying to incorporate them into your larger shadow speech.
  4. Slow Down: If needed, slow down the playback speed to better catch the nuances of the language. This can help improve your ability to mimic correctly.
  5. Practice Regularly: Consistency is key in improving English pronunciation. Aim to practice a few times a week, reviewing previous lessons while integrating new vocabulary.

Using this structured shadowing method, you can enhance your listening comprehension and speaking skills, making daily conversations feel more natural and fluent over time. With dedication and practice, shadowspeak will become a vital component of your English language 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.