Shadowing Practice: Luyện Nghe Tiếng Anh Cơ Bản A2 | Du Lịch Nha Trang | English Podcast - Learn English Speaking with Video

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Hi everyone, I'm Vanessa and today we're talking about travel to Nha Trang.
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Nha Trang is a wonderful beach city in Vietnam, great for vacations.
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This lesson is for beginners, so we'll keep things simple and fun.
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Let's start with a conversation between two friends, Mark and Lily.
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They're planning a trip.
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Listen closely and then we'll explain some words.
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Hey, Lily.
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Have you ever been to Nha Trang?
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No, Mark, but I really want to go.
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I hear it's a beautiful place for beach vacations.
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Yes, it is.
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Nga Trang is in the south of Vietnam, on the coast.
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It's famous for its long beaches and clear blue water. That sounds relaxing.
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What can we do there?
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Lots of things.
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We can swim in the sea, sunbathe on the sand, or take a boat to the islands.
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Islands?
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Like Vinpearl Island?
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Exactly.
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Vinpearl has an amusement park with rides and a water park.
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It's fun for everyone.
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Cool!
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Is it good for families?
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Sure!
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But also for couples or friends!
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We can try scuba diving to see colorful fish and coral reefs.
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Scuba diving?
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I'm a bit scared but it sounds exciting.
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Do we need lessons?
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Yes, there are schools in Nha Trang that teach beginners.
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It's safe and amazing underwater.
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Okay, I'll think about it.
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What about food?
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I love trying new things.
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The seafood is fresh and delicious.
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We can go to the night market and eat grilled squid or prawns.
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Yummy!
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Is there a big market?
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Yes.
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Dam Market is great for shopping.
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You can buy souvenirs like pearls or coffee.
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Pearls?
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Na Trang has pearl farms.
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Right!
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We can visit a pearl farm on an island tour.
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They show how pearls are made.
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That's interesting.
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When is the best time to go?
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The dry season is from January to August.
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Summer is hot, but the water is perfect for swimming.
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Avoid the rainy season then.
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Yes.
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From September to December it rains a lot.
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But even then it's still pretty.
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How do we get there? By plane. From Hanoi or Saigon.
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Yes, a short flight.
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Or by train for a scenic ride.
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Train sounds nice.
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How long is the flight from Saigon? About one hour.
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Easy and cheap.
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Great!
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How many days should we stay?
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At least four or five.
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Enough time for beaches, islands, and city exploring.
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What about hotels?
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Are they expensive?
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There are options for all budgets.
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Beach resorts are fancy, but hostels are cheap.
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I like beach resorts, waking up to the ocean view.
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Me too.
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We can book online. Is Nahtrang crowded? In peak season, yes.
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but early mornings are quiet.
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Okay, what makes Nha Trang special?
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The mix of nature and fun activities, plus friendly people and Vietnamese culture.
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Like temples?
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Yes, Po Nha Ghar Towers are ancient and beautiful.
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I want to see that.
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History and beach in one trip.
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Perfect vacation.
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Let's plan it soon.
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Yeah, can't wait.
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Okay, now.
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We're going to listen to the conversation without Vietnamese subtitles.
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Let's see how much you can understand.
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Hey, Lily.
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Have you ever been to Nha Trang?
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No, Mark.
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But I really want to go.
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I hear it's a beautiful place for beach vacations.
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Yes, it is.
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Nha Trang is in the south of Vietnam, on the coast.
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It's famous for its long beaches and clear blue water. That sounds relaxing.
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What can we do there?
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Lots of things.
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We can swim in the sea, sunbathe on the sand, or take a boat to the islands.
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Islands?
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Like Vinpearl Island?
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Exactly.
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Vinpearl has an amusement park with rides and a water park.
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It's fun for everyone.
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Cool!
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Is it good for families?
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Sure!
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But also for couples or friends.
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We can try scuba diving to see colorful fish and coral reefs.
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Scuba diving?
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I'm a bit scared but it sounds exciting.
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Do we need lessons?
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Yes, there are schools in Nha Trang that teach beginners.
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It's safe and amazing underwater.
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Okay, I'll think about it.
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What about food?
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I love trying new things.
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The seafood is fresh and delicious.
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We can go to the night market and eat grilled squid or prawns.
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Yummy!
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Is there a big market?
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Yes, Dam Market is great for shopping.
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You can buy souvenirs like pearls or coffee.
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Pearls.
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Na Trang has pearl farms.
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Right.
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We can visit a pearl farm on an island tour.
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They show how pearls are made.
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That's interesting.
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When is the best time to go?
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The dry season is from January to August.
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Summer is hot, but the water is perfect for swimming.
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Avoid the rainy season then.
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Yes.
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From September to December it rains a lot.
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But even then it's still pretty.
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How do we get there? By plane. From Hanoi or Saigon.
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Yes, a short flight.
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Or by train for a scenic ride.
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Train sounds nice.
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How long is the flight from Saigon? About one hour.
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Easy and cheap.
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Great!
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How many days should we stay?
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At least four or five.
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Enough time for beaches, islands, and city exploring.
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What about hotels?
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Are they expensive?
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There are options for all budgets.
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Beach resorts are fancy, but hostels are cheap.
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I like beach resorts, waking up to the ocean view.
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Me too.
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We can book online. Is Na Trang crowded?
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In peak season, yes, but early mornings are quiet.
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Okay, what makes Nha Trang special?
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The mix of nature and fun activities.
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Plus, friendly people and Vietnamese culture.
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Like temples?
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Yes, Po Nha Ghar Towers are ancient and beautiful.
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I want to see that.
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History and beach in one trip.
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Perfect vacation.
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Let's plan it soon.
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Yeah, can't wait.
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That was Mark and Lily talking about travel to Nha Trang. Did you enjoy it?
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Now, let's explain some new words from the conversation.
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I'll pick three that might be tricky for beginners.
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First, scuba diving.
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This means swimming underwater with special equipment to breathe.
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For example, I tried scuba diving in the ocean and saw many fish.
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Another example, scuba diving lessons help you stay safe under the sea.
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Second, coral reefs.
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These are colorful underwater structures made by tiny animals, like a home for sea life.
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For example, the coral reefs in Nha Trang are full of bright colors.
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Another example, we must protect coral reefs from pollution.
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Third, beach resort.
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This is a hotel or place to stay right by the beach with pools and activities.
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For example, we stayed at a beach resort and relaxed all day.
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Another example, beach resorts in Vietnam are affordable and nice.
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Great job listening. To practice, try shadowing.
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That means repeat after the speakers.
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Listen to the dialogue again and say the words out loud.
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It helps your pronunciation and fluency.
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Keep practicing every day.
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Thanks for joining, keep learning, and have a great day.
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Bye.

Context & Background

In the video titled "Basic English Listening A2 | Travel to Nha Trang | English Podcast," Vanessa takes us on a friendly conversational journey through Nha Trang, a beautiful beach city in Vietnam. The dialogue centers around two friends, Mark and Lily, as they plan their vacation. This structured conversation not only provides useful vocabulary related to travel but also offers listeners an engaging way to practice their listening and speaking skills. Vanessa ensures the content remains approachable for beginners, emphasizing the significance of travel as a context for language learning.

Top 5 Phrases for Daily Communication

  • “Have you ever been to Nha Trang?” – A great way to start conversations about travel experiences.
  • “What can we do there?” – Useful for inquiring about activities in any location.
  • “It sounds relaxing!” – A phrase to express interest based on what someone has shared.
  • “I love trying new things.” – Perfect for conversations about food and experiences.
  • “When is the best time to go?” – Essential for planning trips and gathering information.

Step-by-step Shadowing Guide

To effectively improve your English speaking skills using the shadowing technique with this video, follow these steps:

  1. Listen Actively: Play the audio of the conversation and focus on the pronunciation and intonation of the speakers, Mark and Lily. This initial exposure will help you grasp the natural flow of the dialogue.
  2. Choose a Segment: Select a short segment of the conversation that interests you. This could be the part about activities in Nha Trang or the food options available.
  3. Repetition: Listen to the chosen segment multiple times. Each time, pay attention to how the speakers articulate their words and phrases. This is where the shadowspeaks method comes into play.
  4. Shadow Speaking: Mimic the speakers as you listen. Try to match not only their words but also their tone and pacing. This practice hones your speaking skills and reinforces vocabulary.
  5. Record Yourself: After shadowing, record your own voice as you repeat the segment. Listen back to compare your pronunciation and pacing with the original speakers.

This structured approach to shadow speaking is especially beneficial for aspiring English learners seeking to excel in practical settings, including IELTS speaking practice. By gradually implementing these techniques, you’ll enhance both your confidence and proficiency in English communication.

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.