Shadowing Practice: [LEGENDADO] Justin Bieber fala sobre Selena Gomez para Ellen DeGeneres - Learn English Speaking with Video

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So we were starting to talk about, you brought it up, Selena.
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No, you brought it up in a, it wasn't about her.
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No, I thought you wanted to talk about Selena.
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So you said that three of the songs on this record are about Selena.
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Well, I didn't really say that, but.
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But if there were, which three would they be?
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I'd probably say.
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What do you mean?
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Yeah, yeah.
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Sorry.
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Sorry a little bit.
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And then the third one?
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Mark my words.
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Mark my words.
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So when you see pictures of like that, when you see you and Selena, you obviously, I mean, no one here can, when you, your first love,
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it's like your first love you never forget.
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So that must be really hard for you.
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It is tough.
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I mean, but there's a lot of stuff that reminds me of her.
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You know, in like relationships, you see something on TV and you're like, I remember when we used to watch this or I remember this smell.
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It reminds me of the time.
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Yeah, you told that girl in Bora Bora that stuff.
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No, no, no, no. so I don't know who to do that.
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All right, she's safe.
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No, no, no, you know I'm just playing with you.
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But that, I mean, do you see yourself, do you think you'll ever get back together?
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Is that a hope for you?
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Do you think that could happen?
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Maybe, I mean, we have a lot of history together, so I'm sure, I mean, it possibly could happen.
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But I think we're both just on our own journeys of just figuring ourselves out.
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And I think maybe once we figure ourselves out, we can come together and make an awesome duo.
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Or she'll find someone awesome, I'll find someone awesome.
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And I just want her to be happy, honestly.
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Yeah, well, that's sweet.
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And I know that she loves you too.
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I know that you can't, you know?
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Yeah, for sure.
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All right, well, I hope exactly what you said.
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I hope you either get back together or you both are happy with somebody else.
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But first love, especially in front of everybody.
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And we all watch this happen.
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It's tough.

Why practice speaking with this video?

This engaging interview with Justin Bieber showcases a real-life conversation where emotions run deep, particularly about past relationships. For English learners, practicing with this video allows you to immerse yourself in authentic dialogue, enhancing your speaking skills through the shadowspeak technique. The context of discussing love, memories, and personal growth provides rich opportunities to understand and articulate feelings in English. Such themes are universal, making the language learned here applicable in everyday conversations.

Grammar & Expressions in Context

While watching the video, you'll encounter several key structures that are beneficial for IELTS speaking practice:

  • Use of Conditional Statements: The phrase “Maybe, I mean, we have a lot of history together” illustrates how to express possibilities and reflect on the past, vital for nuanced discussions.
  • Informal Conversation Techniques: Expressions like “I remember this smell” emphasize the use of sensory details in storytelling, which can enhance your own speaking by making it more engaging.
  • Future Intentions: Bieber’s statement “I hope you either get back together or you both are happy” shows how to discuss hopes and future scenarios. Mastering this can help you communicate intentions and aspirations effectively.

Common Pronunciation Traps

Listening closely to Justin Bieber and his casual speech can reveal some common pronunciation challenges for learners:

  • Contractions: Notice the use of “I’d” and “we’re,” which can be difficult for non-native speakers; practicing these through the shadow speech technique can improve fluency.
  • Linking Sounds: In phrases like “we used to,” the words blend together smoothly, which could be tricky. Shadowing this speech helps develop a more natural rhythm.
  • Vowel Sounds: Words like “happy” and “remember” have subtle vowel shifts that might be challenging. Focus on mimicking these sounds to enhance your accent and clarity.

By incorporating these strategies into your practice routine, you'll not only refine your speaking skills but also gain confidence in expressing your thoughts in English. Utilizing the shadowspeaks technique with this video will make your learning experience both effective and enjoyable.

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.