Shadowing Practice: Long Time No See - Common English Phrases - Learn English Speaking with YouTube

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me ma'am, but I think you're in my seat.
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Oh, sorry about that.
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Hey, Janice.
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What a surprise.
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It's me, Matt.
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We were classmates in high school.
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Matt, fancy meeting you here.
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Long time no see.
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Yeah, it's been ages.
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I haven't seen you since graduation.
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You look very different now.
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I almost didn't recognize you.
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No wonder.
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For starters, I used to have braces in high school,
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so when I smiled, you would see metal over my teeth.
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I hated that.
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I had really bad acne.
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I had pimples all over my face.
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It wasn't that bad.
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Don't be so hard on yourself.
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And I was pretty plump.
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I've lost a lot of weight since then.
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I'm into sports now.
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I wish I had been more involved in the sports clubs in high school.
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I didn't have the motivation to put my heart into any sport.
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But you haven't changed a bit since high school.
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You look the same, but better.
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That's nice of you to say.
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We had some fun times in high school.
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We did many foolish things.
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That's true.
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I'm with you on that.
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Remember Mrs. Nesbitt's chemistry class when I had that funny accident?
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You mean that explosion when you blew up your project?
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Exactly.
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I really screwed up.
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Well, these things happen.
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Luckily, no one got hurt.
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You didn't show up at our 10-year high school reunion,
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so I haven't heard from you since graduation.
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Unfortunately, I wasn't able to make it to the reunion.
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It's so nice that you could catch up with all our classmates.
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Yeah, actually, I have kept in touch with some of them over the years.
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Did you hear that Tom won one million dollars at the lottery?
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And lost all the money in two years?
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No way.
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You've got to be kidding me.
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How could that happen?
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I don't know.
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Beats me.
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And did you know that Rob got married with Lindsay?
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That figures.
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They've been in love with each other since 10th grade.
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Do they have any children?
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Not that I know of.
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Do you still live in San Antonio?
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No, I moved to Houston eight years ago.
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What about you?
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Yes, I still live there.
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So what have you been up to these past 12 years?
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Well, I got a degree in finance.
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While in college, I met my husband, Nick.
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After we met, it was a whirlwind romance.
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We got married about a year after I graduated.
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We have two children now, Elizabeth and Danny.
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Really?
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That's great to hear.
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How old are they?
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Elizabeth is three and Danny is five.
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And where do you work?
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After I graduated, I started working at a local bank,
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but all along I knew finance was not my thing.
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I had always been into fashion and clothing,
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but my parents discouraged me to pursue this career.
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So I finally made up my mind to go for it.
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I quit my job and started doing tailoring from home.
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Then I rented a place and opened a tailor shop.
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I started from scratch and built it beautifully, nicely.
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Now I am about to open a boutique with my own creations.
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You rock!
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I'm really happy for you.
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I think it takes a lot of guts to start such a business.
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It has been a lot of work,
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but it's been worth it.
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I couldn't ask for more.
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It goes to show that it's never too late to change careers and pursue your passion.
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I couldn't agree more.
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How about you?
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What have you been up to all these years?
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Well, I studied film and got my degree in cinematography.
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But filmmaking isn't all it's cracked up to be.
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I couldn't earn a living from the films I was making.
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That sounds tough.
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Tell me about it.
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I had to work all kinds of jobs for a while just to make ends meet.
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I painted people's houses and I did some lawn maintenance.
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Then I worked as a photographer for a few years.
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I have been working on a film lately,
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but I don't know if it's going to be successful.
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Just hang in there.
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The road to success is not easy.
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Hard work and patience always pay off big time.
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I hope you get the big break you need.
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Just keep going and hopefully you'll make it in the film industry.
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Even if that doesn't happen,
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I can live with that.
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It won't be the end of the world if I don't make it.
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I'll do photography again.
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That's life.
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You win some, you lose some.
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I can't argue with that.
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I may not have the perfect career,
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but I have a wonderful family.
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I am a happy married man with three kids.
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Lucky you!
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I couldn't be happier for you!
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Sounds like we've both been busy.
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Yeah, time has flown by.
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About This Lesson

In this lesson, you will enhance your english speaking practice by exploring common phrases used during casual conversations, particularly when meeting someone after a long time. You'll delve into scenarios that reflect real-life interactions, which will help you gain confidence in using these expressions. This session not only focuses on vocabulary but also emphasizes the importance of tone and inflection, allowing you to effectively convey emotions and context in your conversations. By watching this engaging YouTube video, you will learn how to reconnect with friends and reminisce about shared experiences, a crucial skill in everyday communication.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • Long time no see - A common phrase used to greet someone you haven't seen in a while.
  • It’s been ages - An informal way to express that a significant amount of time has passed since you last met.
  • I almost didn’t recognize you - A phrase indicating that someone has changed significantly in appearance.
  • I hated that - Used to express a strong dislike for a past experience or situation.
  • Keep in touch - To maintain communication with someone over time.
  • What a surprise - An expression showing amazement when unexpectedly meeting someone.
  • Yeah, actually - A conversational phrase used to confirm or elaborate on something previously mentioned.
  • These things happen - A phrase used to express understanding that mistakes or accidents are a part of life.

Practice Tips

To get the most out of this video and improve your english pronunciation, try the following shadowing techniques:

  • Listen Carefully: Pay close attention to the intonation and rhythm of the speakers in the video. Notice how they emphasize certain words or phrases to convey emotions.
  • Pause and Repeat: After each phrase or sentence, pause the video and repeat what you heard. This will help you mimic the natural speech patterns of native speakers.
  • Record Yourself: Use your phone or computer to record your voice while mimicking the speakers. Compare your pronunciation and tone with the original audio to identify areas for improvement.
  • Practice with a Partner: If possible, practice these phrases with a friend or language partner. Engaging in real conversations will enhance your ability to use these expressions fluidly.
  • Use Repetition: Consistently practice these phrases in different contexts. For instance, imagine meeting a friend after a while and try to incorporate the vocabulary into your dialogue.

By using these methods, you will not only learn english with youtube effectively but also improve your speaking skills and confidence in everyday interactions!

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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