Shadowing Practice: Learn Everyday English Phrases for English Speaking Practice | English Conversations for Beginners - Learn English Speaking with Video
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Hello everyone, I'm Rob.
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Before we start, let me ask you something.
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Do you want to feel more comfortable when you speak English?
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Do you want to understand native speakers without replaying the video again and again?
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If that sounds like you, you're in the right place.
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This lesson is designed to help you grow step by step.
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It's simple to follow, In today's session, Rob will guide you through four parts.
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Part 1: Listening Practice Part 2: Learn Vocabulary Part 3: Listen and Answer Part 4: Shadowing Practice
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Each part will help you train a different skill so your English becomes smoother and more natural.
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Take a breath, listen well, and let Rob guide you to think and speak in English.
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Part 1: Listening.
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In this part, you will listen to a short conversation.
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Just relax and try to understand the main idea.
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Don't worry if you don't catch every word.
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That's normal.
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Before we begin, here is the key vocabulary you will hear in the conversation.
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Break the ice. Are you ready?
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Let's listen.
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Do you think we're a little quiet?
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I do.
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Let's break the ice before our date gets more awkward.
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Yeah.
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So, when you make cereal, do you pour milk first or the cereal first?
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Cereal, obviously.
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Who puts milk in first?
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Me.
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You?
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Are you out of your mind?
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No, I'm actually very smart.
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A person can be smart and crazy at the same time.
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Not me.
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I'm just smart.
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Why do you put milk in first?
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Because then the cereal sits on top and every bite stays crunchy.
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only for the first few bites.
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After that, it still gets soggy.
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That's why I eat cereal fast.
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Wow, you sound like my kids.
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You have kids?
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I mean my students.
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I call them my kids.
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I'm a teacher, remember?
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Oh right.
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You don't like kids?
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No, I love kids.
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I want a big family someday.
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Maybe five kids.
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Five?
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You weren't going to ask me first.
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Oh, sorry.
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How many do you want?
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I want three kids.
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Ugh, so we'd have to kick two out of the house?
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We can let them stay if they behave well.
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Don't worry.
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I'll make sure they do.
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Looks like we get along pretty well.
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Yeah, I think so too.
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In this part,
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we will learn some useful words from the conversation.
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These words will help you understand English better and speak English more confidently.
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Listen carefully, repeat after me, and try to remember them.
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Now, let's learn the vocabulary.
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Break the ice.
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To say something or do something to make people feel more comfortable in a new or awkward situation.
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Examples: He told a joke to break the ice.
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Games can help break the ice at a party.
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you Awkward Feeling uncomfortable, embarrassed, or strange.
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Examples: There was an awkward silence after his question.
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I felt awkward on my first day at work.
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you Get along.
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To have a friendly relationship with someone.
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Examples: My sister and I get along very well.
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Do you get along with your coworkers?
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Great job guys!
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Remember, repetition is the key to success in English.
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The more you repeat the words, the easier they will become.
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Watch this video again and again, then say the words out loud.
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You will get better and better each time.
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Part 3.
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Listen and Answer.
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In this part, I will ask you questions about the conversation.
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Listen carefully and try to answer out loud before you hear the correct answer.
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Don't worry if your answer is not perfect.
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Speaking practice helps you become fluent more quickly.
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Do you think we're a little quiet?
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I do.
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Let's break the ice before our date gets more awkward.
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Does Lily think they're a little quiet?
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you you you Yes, she does.
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She thinks they're a little quiet.
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So, when you make cereal, do you pour milk first or the cereal first?
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Cereal, obviously.
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Who puts milk in first?
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me, When Lily makes cereal, does she put milk in first?
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you .
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No, she doesn't.
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She puts cereal in first.
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Who puts milk in first?
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you you you Tom.
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He puts milk in first.
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You?
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Are you out of your mind?
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No, I'm actually very smart.
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A person can be smart and crazy at the same time.
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Not me.
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I'm just smart.
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Is Tom out of his mind?
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you you No, he isn't.
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He isn't out of his mind.
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Can a person be smart and crazy at the same time?
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you you Yes.
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A person can be smart and crazy at the same time.
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Is Tom both smart and crazy at the same time? you you you No, he isn't.
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He's just smart.
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Why do you put milk in first?
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Because then the cereal sits on top and every bite stays crunchy.
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only for the first few bites.
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After that, it still gets soggy.
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That's why I eat cereal fast.
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Why does Tom put milk in first?
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you you Because then the cereal sits on top and every bite stays crunchy.
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Does Tom eat cereal slowly?
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you you No, he doesn't.
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He eats cereal fast.
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Wow, you sound like my kids.
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You have kids?
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I mean my students.
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I call them my kids.
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I'm a teacher, remember?
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Oh right.
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Who does Tom sound like?
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you you Lily's Kids Tom sounds like Lily's kids. Who are Lily's kids?
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you you Her students.
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Lily's kids are her students, What does Lily do for a living?
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you you Teacher.
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She's a teacher.
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You don't like kids?
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No, I love kids.
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I want a big family someday.
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Maybe five kids.
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Five?
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You weren't going to ask me first.
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Oh, sorry.
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How many do you want?
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I want three kids.
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Does Tom want a small family?
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you you No, he doesn't.
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He wants a big family.
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How many kids does Lily want?
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you you 3.
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She wants three kids.
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Ugh, so we'd have to kick two out of the house?
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We can let them stay if they behave well.
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Don't worry.
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I'll make sure they do.
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Looks like we get along pretty well.
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Yeah, I think so too.
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Who will make sure Lily and Tom's kids behave well?
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you you Tom.
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He will make sure their kids behave well.
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Are Lily and Tom get along pretty well?
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you you Yes, they do.
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They get along pretty well.
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Well done!
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You did a great job!
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Now, let's move on to our shadowing practice.
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Part 4: Shadowing Practice In this part, repeat each line after speakers.
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Try to follow their rhythm and pronunciation.
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This will help you speak more naturally and with more confidence.
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Do you think we're a little quiet?
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I do.
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Let's break the ice before our date gets more awkward.
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Yeah.
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So, when you make cereal, do you pour milk first or the cereal first?
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Cereal, obviously.
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Who puts milk in first?
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Me?
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You?
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Are you out of your mind?
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No, I'm actually very smart.
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A person can be smart and crazy at the same time.
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Not me.
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I'm just smart.
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Why do you put milk in first?
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Because then the cereal sits on top and every bite stays crunchy.
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only for the first few bites.
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After that, it still gets soggy.
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That's why I eat cereal fast!
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Wow, you sound like my kids.
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You have kids?
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I mean my students.
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I call them my kids.
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I'm a teacher, remember?
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Oh right.
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You don't like kids?
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No, I love kids.
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I want a big family someday.
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Maybe five kids.
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Five?
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You weren't going to ask me first.
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Oh, sorry.
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How many do you want?
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I want three kids.
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Ugh, so we'd have to kick two out of the house?
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We can let them stay if they behave well.
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Don't worry.
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I'll make sure they do.
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Looks like we get along pretty well.
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Yeah, I think so too.
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Let's switch!
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Do you think we're a little quiet?
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I do.
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Let's break the ice before our date gets more awkward.
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Yeah.
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So, when you make cereal, do you pour milk first or the cereal first?
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Cereal, obviously.
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Who puts milk in first?
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Me?
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You?
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Are you out of your mind?
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No, I'm actually very smart.
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A person can be smart and crazy at the same time.
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Not me.
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I'm just smart.
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Why do you put milk in first?
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Because then the cereal sits on top and every bite stays crunchy.
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only for the first few bites.
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After that, it still gets soggy.
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That's why I eat cereal fast.
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Wow, you sound like my kids.
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You have kids?
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I mean my students.
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I call them my kids.
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I'm a teacher, remember?
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Oh right.
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You don't like kids?
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No, I love kids.
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I want a big family someday.
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Maybe five kids.
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Five?
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You weren't going to ask me first.
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Oh, sorry.
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How many do you want?
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I want three kids.
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Ugh, so we'd have to kick two out of the house?
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We can let them stay if they behave well.
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Don't worry, I'll make sure they do.
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Looks like we get along pretty well.
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Yeah, I think so too.
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Amazing work today!
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You finished all four parts of this lesson.
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Keep watching this video again every day this week.
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When you repeat often, your English becomes more fluent.
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I promise.
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If you want more simple English practice, Remember to like and subscribe!
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Keep training your English, keep showing up, and I'll be in the next lesson.
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Goodbye!
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See you soon!
About This Lesson
Welcome to this engaging English speaking practice session! In this lesson, you will enhance your listening comprehension and speaking fluency through a variety of practical exercises. As guided by Rob, you will experience a structured approach divided into four parts, focusing on essential aspects of conversational English. The ultimate goal is to make you feel more comfortable and confident when interacting with native speakers. By participating in these activities, you will learn to think and respond naturally in English, allowing for smoother and more authentic conversations.
Key Vocabulary & Phrases
- Break the ice - To initiate conversation in a social setting.
- Cereal - A common breakfast food, often eaten with milk.
- Pour milk first - A way some people prefer to prepare their cereal.
- Get soggy - When food becomes soft and loses its crispiness due to moisture.
- Big family - Referring to wanting many children.
- Awkward - A feeling of discomfort or unease in social situations.
- Smart and crazy - A phrase used to describe someone who has intelligence but also quirky traits.
Practice Tips
For effective english speaking practice, utilize the shadowing technique outlined in this lesson. When you engage in shadowing, aim to mimic Rob's pronunciation, rhythm, and intonation. Here are some tips tailored to the pacing and tone of this video:
- Listen attentively: As you hear the conversation, pay close attention to how the speakers interact. Focus on the emotions conveyed as well as the words used.
- Practice with pauses: If needed, pause the video after each phrase to repeat what you hear. This will reinforce your pronunciation and help improve your speaking speed.
- Repetition is key: Go through the conversation multiple times. Each repetition will help solidify the new vocabulary and phrases into your everyday speech.
- Use a shadowing site: If available, utilize platforms that focus on shadow speech; they can provide additional resources and structured activities for practicing the phrases you have learned.
- Incorporate new vocabulary: Try to use the vocabulary you’ve learned in your daily conversations. This will help you remember them better and establish a natural flow when speaking.
Remember, the more you practice shadow speak, the more confident you will become in your English-speaking abilities!
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.