Shadowing Practice: Let's Learn English Lesson 37: Let's Agree to Disagree - Learn English Speaking with YouTube

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Music You know, I am from the country.
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Music You know, I am from the country.
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And sometimes I miss it.
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But I really like life in the city!
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Sigh.
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I love the city.
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Oh look, someone lost a bag.
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Maybe it's theirs.
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Excuse me, is this bag yours?
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No it's not mine.
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It might be hers.
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Thank you.
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Excuse me, is this bag yours?
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No, it's not mine.
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It might be his.
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Thank you.
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Hello, is this bag yours?
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Yes, that's mine.
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These are all my travel things.
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Thank you, thank you. Are you okay?
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You seem nervous.
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Well, this is my first visit to Washington, D.C.
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I'm from a small town in the country.
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I feel a little lost.
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Is this bag yours?
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No, it's not mine.
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It might be hers.
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I'm from the country too.
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And I understand.
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When I first came here, I felt lost.
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All the time.
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So, do you like living in the country or in the city?
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I like to live in the city.
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Why?
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The city is exciting.
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It has more culture than the country.
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There are many museums and restaurants.
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Every night, there's theater and music.
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And there are more jobs.
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That is why I'm here.
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Well, I agree.
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There is more culture in the city,
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and there might be more jobs,
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but the country has more nature.
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It's peaceful and beautiful.
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There are more trees and mountains.
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The air is clean.
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You can go hiking and camping.
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The city is not beautiful.
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It's noisy and dirty.
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I disagree.
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I think all the different buildings are beautiful.
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And I like to watch all the different people.
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I agree.
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There is more culture in the city.
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That's another thing that is different.
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People in the country are friendly.
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They always say hello.
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Here, no one says hello.
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I think city people are rude.
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Well, I agree.
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Country people are friendly.
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But I don't think city people are rude.
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I think they're just busy.
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That's a good point.
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Look at me.
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I live in the city and I said hello to you.
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But you are from the country.
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I have an idea.
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Let's say hello to people.
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To many people.
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What?
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Why?
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Well, if we say hello,
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then they will say hello to other people.
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Hello.
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And they will say hello to more people.
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That's a great idea.
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I'm glad you found my bag.
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Come on, let's go say hello to people.
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We don't have to agree with people.
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They have their opinions, we have ours.
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And as we like to say,
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you can always agree to disagree.
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Until next time, hello!

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Why Practice Speaking with This Video?

This engaging video lesson, "Let's Agree to Disagree," presents a perfect opportunity for English learners to practice speaking in a real-life context. By watching the interactions of two characters discussing their preferences for city life versus country life, learners can better understand how to express opinions and agree or disagree politely. This practice is essential as it helps improve conversational skills, making you more confident in your speaking abilities.

Engaging in shadow speech using this transcript allows you to replicate the dialogue and enhance your listening and pronunciation skills. By imitating the speakers, you can improve English pronunciation and cadence. Additionally, this video highlights how to navigate discussions that involves differing opinions, a valuable skill in everyday conversations.

Grammar & Expressions in Context

In this lesson, several key structures and expressions are used effectively:

  • Expressing Possession: "Excuse me, is this bag yours?" This phrase is crucial for polite inquiries about ownership, a common situation for learners to practice.
  • Expressing Agreement and Disagreement: Phrases like "I agree" and "I disagree" are simple yet powerful ways to participate in discussions.
  • Comparative Phrases: The use of comparatives such as "more culture" and "more jobs" allows learners to make comparisons, a fundamental aspect of English grammar.
  • Describing Feelings: The expression "I feel a little lost" showcases how to communicate emotions effectively during conversations.

Common Pronunciation Traps

As you practice with this video, pay attention to some words and phrases that may present pronunciation challenges:

  • Excited: This word is often pronounced with a secondary stress, which may be tricky for new learners.
  • Cultural: Many learners struggle with the 'c' and 'cu' sounds in this word; practicing similar words through a shadowing app can help.
  • Lost: This word can often sound like “least” if not pronounced carefully, so focus on articulating the 'o' sound correctly.

Using this video as a shadowing site can enhance your speaking abilities. By listening and repeating the phrases, you can improve your pronunciation and become more adept at using English in various contexts. With practice, engaging in conversations about personal opinions will become a breeze!

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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