Shadowing Practice: Learn the Pronouns | Classroom Lesson Video - Learn English Speaking with Video
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Today we're going to learn about pronouns, how to use them, how to spot them, and how to have fun with them.
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Of course, first we've got to figure this out.
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What is a pronoun?
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That's a good question.
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What is a pronoun?
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pronoun.
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A pronoun is a word that takes the place of a noun.
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Here we have a picture of a pit crew that is working on this stock car during a race.
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Now this pit crew is made up of professional mechanics.
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These mechanics are pros.
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They're always ready to step in and do a very special job.
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pronouns are like professional words that are ready to step in
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and replace nouns kind of like this pit crew they're professionals
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they're ready for a special job they're good at what they
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do their pros pronouns are pros at replacing nouns alright let's give you an example okay
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so So here is a picture of a woman playing a guitar, a wonderful musical instrument.
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Okay, let's say this woman's name is Betty.
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So the sentence is, Betty plays guitar.
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Betty plays guitar.
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Now let's change the sentence so it includes a pronoun.
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she plays guitar she plays guitar did you see what happened there oh my goodness it's
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so cool she is the pronoun because it is a word
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that takes the place of the noun which is the name Betty.
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She replaced the word Betty.
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She is a pronoun.
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Okay, here's another one.
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Here's a picture of a boy who is fishing.
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Let's say this boy's name is Henry, okay?
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So the sentence is, Henry went fishing.
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Henry went fishing.
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Now let's change the sentence, so it includes a pronoun.
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So the new sentence would be, he went fishing.
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He went fishing.
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Isn't that cool?
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He is the pronoun because it is a word that takes the place of the noun, which is the name Henry.
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He is the pronoun.
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Remember, a pronoun is a word that takes the place of a noun.
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That's the job of a pronoun, to take the place of a noun.
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Okay, time for another example.
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Here is a picture of a young woman who's reading a book.
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Let's say her name is Nicole and it looks like she's smiling a little bit
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so let's make this the sentence Nicole enjoys the book Nicole enjoys the book now let's change the sentence
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so it includes a pronoun this time instead of replacing a
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name with a pronoun we're going to replace a common noun with a pronoun we're gonna replace book
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so our new sentence is Nicole enjoys it Nicole
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enjoys it that's pretty awesome isn't it it is the pronoun
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because it is a word
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that takes the place of a noun in this case we
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had the word it to replace the word book instead of
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Nicole enjoys the book we changed it to Nicole enjoys it it is the pronoun aren't pronouns fun hey
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and did you know the words I and you are pronouns too it's true
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and that rhymes which is always fun I
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and you are pronouns too see you use pronouns all the
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time in fact i just did oh i that's a pronoun
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you is a pronoun ah i did it again i did
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it again i i i i is a pronoun too oh my goodness i can't stop using pronouns.
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Oh, I just did it again.
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Ugh.
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Ugh.
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okay yeah the word you is a pronoun so
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if you see your friend britney
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and you want to compliment her on her outfit you could
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say hey you look cool in pink you wouldn't use her name britney
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when you're speaking to her you would use the word you you is the pronoun it replaces her proper name
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and you would say you you look cool in pink next
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time somebody says you to you you could say hey that's a pronoun.
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Pronouns are everywhere.
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They are everywhere.
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And as we mentioned, the word I is a pronoun too.
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You can say, I am sad.
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Oh, I is a pronoun.
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You don't use your own name when you talk about yourself.
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You use the word I.
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I replaces your proper name and you say I.
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We use the word I all the time I is another one of those professional words
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that replace nouns a pronoun oh
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and just to let you know I'm not really sad okay
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because I mean we're looking at pronouns pronouns are
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so awesome okay not sad pronouns are cool no sadness okay just to let you know don't worry don't worry
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cool here's another did you know hey did you know a
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pronoun can also replace multiple nouns yeah they're really fancy like that a pronoun can also replace multiple nouns
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let's say we have a sentence rachel and amy are friends rachel and amy are friends friends.
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Now let's try replacing two nouns, Rachel and Amy, with a pronoun.
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Our new sentence would be, they are friends.
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The word they is a pronoun because it's replacing the nouns Rachel and Amy.
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They is a pronoun.
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Let's try another plural pronoun.
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That's a pronoun that replaces multiple nouns.
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Okay, let's say this little girl likes to walk on the beach and she says this sentence, Dad and I love the ocean.
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Now word dad is a proper noun because she calls him
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that that's his name that he's called by his daughter is dad
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so dad in this sentence is a proper noun
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and the word I we know is a pronoun
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so we are going to replace this proper noun
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and this pronoun with one single pronoun a plural pronoun that will cover both of those nouns.
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Our new sentence is, we love the ocean.
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The word we is a pronoun.
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It's replacing the words dad and I.
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Dad and I are replaced with the pronoun we
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and notice it's a much shorter
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and more simple sentence we love the ocean this is the power of pronouns pronouns can replace a single noun
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or they can replace multiple nouns so to review a pronoun is a word
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that takes the place of a noun or multiple nouns
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here's a list of some of the more common ones I
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you he she it we they me him her us them a noun is a person place
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or thing and a pronoun does the same thing it's a professional word
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that replaces a noun or multiple nouns in a sentence and here they are and they're so much fun to use I, you, he, she, it, we,
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they, me Him, her, us, them The pronouns!
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Hey, we really do appreciate you watching this video with us
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We hope you learned some brand new things about pronouns
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And how to spot them and how to use them
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And all that kind of great stuff If you needed help with nouns
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And wanted to learn more about common
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and proper nouns We talked a little bit about
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that in this video you will see a link at the end of this video
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that you can click that you can go directly to
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that video thanks so much for watching this video on pronouns we hope to see you next time bye
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Thanks for hanging out with us.
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You are awesome.
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Learn Pronouns in Context: A Real-Life Classroom Scenario
Imagine sitting in a lively classroom where a teacher makes pronouns come alive with fun examples—like comparing them to a pit crew ready to "step in" and replace nouns! The video uses relatable scenes, from a woman playing guitar to a boy fishing, to show how pronouns like "she," "he," and "it" take the place of nouns. This isn’t just grammar; it’s how we speak naturally every day. Whether you’re talking about a friend, a hobby, or a book, pronouns make your speech smoother and less repetitive. It’s the kind of practical lesson that helps you improve English pronunciation and fluency, all while having fun.
Useful Chunks & Collocations to Memorize
- "takes the place of a noun" – The core job of pronouns, perfect for explaining grammar simply.
- "step in and do a special job" – A vivid way to describe how pronouns work, from the video’s pit crew analogy.
- "replace a common noun with a pronoun" – A key skill for varying your sentences.
- "enjoy it" – A common phrase using "it" to replace a noun (e.g., "the book"), great for daily conversation.
- "isn’t that cool?" – A natural exclamation to keep your speech lively, just like the teacher in the video.
Your Shadowing Challenge: Try "Shadow Speech" Today!
Ready to practice? The shadowing technique is a proven way to boost your pronunciation and fluency. Here’s your task: Watch the video again, pause after each example (like "Betty plays guitar" → "She plays guitar"), and repeat the sentences immediately after the speaker. Mimic their tone, speed, and stress—this is "shadowspeaks" in action! Focus on how "she," "he," and "it" flow naturally in the sentences. Do this 3 times, and you’ll notice how much easier it is to use pronouns in your own speech. Learning English with videos has never been this interactive—you’re not just watching; you’re participating.
Remember, every small practice step gets you closer to sounding more confident. So grab your device, hit play, and start shadowing—your next English win is just a repeat away!
Grammar in this video
The structures the speaker uses most, with the exact words from the video:
| Structure | In the video |
|---|---|
| Relative clauses who / which + clause — extra information about a person or thing | noun which is · noun, which is · rhymes which is |
| Passive voice be + past participle — the focus is on what happens, not who does it | is made · are replaced |
| Present continuous am/is/are + -ing — something happening right now or around now | is working · is fishing · you're speaking |
| Future with “going to” be going to + verb — a plan or something you can see coming | we're going to learn · we're going to replace · are going to replace |
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.