Shadowing Practice: Learn English with News | BBC, ABC News, and others - Learn English Speaking with YouTube

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Good evening.
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According to recent statistics, it's said that learning English can bring a series of benefits.
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Among them are improved and widened employment prospects.
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Exploring the world with confidence.
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Opening up a world of entertainment and popular culture.
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And believe it or not, it can even help you with your problem solving skills.
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Today, we are going to learn English with news.
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In this lesson, we'll understand the vocabulary and structures they use.
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And you'll take a quiz to check your comprehension while seeing examples of news related vocabulary from TV series and real events.
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The news is a great resource because no matter if it's art, celebrities, politics or any other topic, that's interesting.
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You can find new broadcasts that you will enjoy by watching the news.
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You improve your listening.
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Boost your vocabulary and expand your cultural repertoire to discuss the topic you like with actual English speakers.
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In the next part of the lesson, I'll teach you how to better understand and use the news to improve your English.
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Before we jump into that, just like the news, podcasts are great and convenient way to create an English listening habit and you can do it for free on the RealLife English app.
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It’s the only place where you can get a transcript for the full episode and learn all of the important vocabulary and more.
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Plus, many learners like you tell me that they are frustrated that they don't have anyone to practice what they are learning with.
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Well, on the RealLife app, you can have conversations in English with people from all around the world at the touch of a button and discover new cultures.
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So if you are ready to step outside of the classroom and live your English, then download the app now by searching for RealLife English in the Apple App or Google Play Store, or simply click up here or down in the description below.
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As I mentioned at the beginning of the video, watching or listening to the news is a great source of listening inputs.
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This will eventually help you with grammar and vocabulary as they will come to you in a more intuitive way.
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Listening to English will help you get a feel for the language and build a memory bank in your brain with the words you have seen and heard.
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That's why you shouldn't worry if you're not able to understand 100% of what's being said.
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Even when you have the news in your own language, you are still able to understand the context, even if you are doing something else while watching or seeing them.
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Let's try. You should focus on getting the main message, not only understanding every word.
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Listen to the news opening and take the quiz.
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I hope you enjoyed learning all about the news today.
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If you can't get enough of lessons with your favorite TV series, movies and songs, then make sure you follow us on Instagram because we make new lessons there every single day.
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Next to help you better understand fast English.
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I would recommend that you learn English with this lesson we made on the Real Life English Channel.
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Let's check out a clip from that.
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We have some breaking news out of a fast food restaurant in Washington, D.C.
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An unidentified exchange student was in McDonald's when a team member asked him, What would you like?
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The exchange student was confident because he'd practiced many times before in his head.
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He replied, “I'll have a sprite, please”.
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He'd been waiting a while when his name was called.

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Why practice speaking with this video?

Learning English with news is not just about understanding headlines; it’s about enhancing your English speaking practice in a real-world context. By engaging with news broadcasts, you get to hear how native speakers use the language naturally, which includes idiomatic expressions and a variety of vocabulary. This exposure can significantly boost your confidence when speaking, whether you're discussing employment opportunities, cultural topics, or current events.

Moreover, following the structure of the news reports can help you formulate your own thoughts in English. As you practice speaking after listening, it develops your ability to think in English, enabling smoother conversations. This method aligns perfectly with the concept of shadow speech, which requires you to mimic the speaker's intonation and rhythm. Such practice will ensure you're not just repeating words but also internalizing their usage.

Grammar & Expressions in Context

Throughout the video, several key grammatical structures and expressions stand out:

  • “It’s said that…” - This phrase introduces reported speech and is useful for discussing opinions or common beliefs, helping you convey what others think.
  • “You can find news broadcasts that you will enjoy” - The use of conditional and modal verbs here enhances your ability to create engaging statements.
  • “If you are ready to step outside of the classroom…” - This conditional phrase encourages using 'if' clauses to express conditions and hypothetical situations, which are integral in English conversation.

By actively practicing these structures, you pave the way for more sophisticated speaking capabilities, reinforcing grammar rules through contextual learning.

Common Pronunciation Traps

Certain phrases in the video may pose pronunciation challenges, especially for non-native speakers:

  • "Employment prospects" - The blend of sounds can be tricky; focus on the transition between the ‘t’ and ‘p’ sounds to ensure clarity.
  • "Cultural repertoire" - The 'cultural' and 'repertoire' can be difficult due to their rhythm. Try breaking them into syllables: “cul-tur-al” and “rep-er-toire” when practicing.
  • “English speakers” - Pay attention to the elision of sounds in fluent speech; often, ‘English’ is pronounced quickly, making it sound like ‘Inglish.’

By listening closely and repeating these phrases, aiming for clarity, you'll improve not only your vocabulary but also your overall pronunciation skills. Utilize this video to mimic and shadow speak effectively, helping you refine your spoken English.

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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