Shadowing Practice: 🎧 Luyện Nghe Tiếng Anh Level C1- SHOPPING - | Listening English Podcast |🎯 - Learn English Speaking with Video
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Welcome to my channel, let's practice your listening skill.
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With video level C1, and the topic is shopping.
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Now listen carefully.
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Tet is almost here.
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Have you finished your shopping and preparation yet?
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Or are you still waiting until the last minute like always?
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Surprisingly, I've already bought everything I need.
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Clothes, decorations, even gifts.
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I handled it all online this year. That fast?
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I was actually planning to go to the traditional market tomorrow with my mom.
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She still prefers buying things in person.
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Why not just order online?
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Platforms like TikTok Shop and Shopee deliver everything straight to your door.
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It's cheaper, more convenient, and you don't even have to leave the house.
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Honestly, it saves so much time and energy.
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Is it really that much cheaper?
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My mom doesn't trust online shopping.
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She's afraid of being scammed or receiving low-quality products.
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That used to be a big concern, but now there are return and refund policies.
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If you don't like the product, you simply return it and get your money back.
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As long as you choose carefully, read reviews, and buy from stores with many positive ratings, the risk is minimal.
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There are even vouchers and discounts everywhere.
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That does sound convenient.
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No wonder I've noticed fewer people going to the market these past few years.
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It feels quieter every TED.
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The sellers look worried.
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Of course they do.
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Consumer habits have changed.
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Especially Gen Z, we are used to speed and convenience.
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Most young people would rather scroll and order than walk around bargaining for hours.
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True.
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And to be honest, sometimes market prices are unpredictable.
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A pair of pants might originally cost $100, but some sellers raise it to $500 and expect customers to negotiate.
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That frustrates people.
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Exactly.
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If people can get the same quality for a lower price and clearer price online, why wouldn't they choose that?
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It's not personal, it's just rational consumer behavior.
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Still, I can't help feeling sorry for the market vendors.
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Tet is their most important season of the year.
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If sales keep dropping, their holiday will be filled with stress instead of joy.
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I understand that, but we can't ignore reality either.
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We are not wealthy enough to pay higher prices just to support tradition.
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People choose what benefits them.
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That's how modern society works.
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I guess modernization is unavoidable.
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Online shopping allows customers to compare prices, read feedback, and return products easily.
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It feels safer and more transparent.
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Exactly.
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When you shop at the market, you spend hours walking from stall to stall.
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Sometimes you don't even find what you're looking for.
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And if the product has a problem, there's usually no clear exchange policy.
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That's very true.
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And honestly, as an introvert, I feel uncomfortable bargaining.
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I don't even dare to ask too many questions.
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If something goes wrong, I'm too embarrassed to return it.
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See?
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Online shopping removes that pressure.
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You can message customer service anytime.
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The prices are fixed, so there's no awkward negotiation.
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If you like it, you buy it.
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If not, you move on.
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But don't you think something is missing?
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The feeling of going to the market with family, choosing flowers, hearing the noise and excitement.
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Tet used to feel more alive.
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I agree.
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There's definitely a nostalgic element we're losing.
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But convenience often wins over sentiment.
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Society keeps moving forward whether we like it or not.
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It's just sad imagining those vendors sitting there with unsold goods while people stay home scrolling on their phones.
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That's the harsh side of modernization.
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Every technological shift creates winners and losers.
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You sound so realistic, almost cold.
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Maybe, but I'm just being practical.
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If you're planning to shop at the market, you should hurry, otherwise you might not find what you want.
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And if you decide to buy online, you'd better do it soon before delivery services stop before TET.
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So basically, if I wait too long, I'll have to wear my old clothes for the new year.
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Exactly.
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And that would be tragic.
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Fine.
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I'll at least check some online stores tonight, but I might still go to the market with my mom.
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Not everything can be replaced by convenience.
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That's fair.
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Just don't complain later if the delivery doesn't arrive on time.
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Deal.
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But if I end up finding better deals than you, don't be jealous.
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We'll see about that.
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Tet is almost here.
88
Have you finished your shopping and preparation yet, or are you still waiting until the last minute like always?
89
Surprisingly, I've already bought everything I need.
90
Clothes, decorations, even gifts.
91
I handled it all online this year. That fast?
92
I was actually planning to go to the traditional market tomorrow with my mom.
93
She still prefers buying things in person.
94
Why not just order online?
95
Platforms like TikTok Shop and Shopee deliver everything straight to your door.
96
It's cheaper, more convenient, and you don't even have to leave the house.
97
Honestly, it saves so much time and energy.
98
Is it really that much cheaper?
99
My mom doesn't trust online shopping.
100
She's afraid of being scammed or receiving low-quality products.
101
That used to be a big concern, but now there are return and refund policies.
102
If you don't like the product, you simply return it and get your money back.
103
As long as you choose carefully, read reviews, and buy from stores with many positive ratings, the risk is minimal.
104
There are even vouchers and discounts everywhere.
105
That does sound convenient.
106
No wonder I've noticed fewer people going to the market these past few years.
107
It feels quieter every TED.
108
The sellers look worried.
109
Of course they do.
110
Consumer habits have changed.
111
Especially Gen Z, we are used to speed and convenience.
112
Most young people would rather scroll and order than walk around bargaining for hours.
113
True.
114
And to be honest, sometimes market prices are unpredictable.
115
A pair of pants might originally cost $100, but some sellers raise it to $500 and expect customers to negotiate.
116
That frustrates people.
117
Exactly.
118
If people can get the same quality for a lower price and clearer price online, why wouldn't they choose that?
119
It's not personal, it's just rational consumer behavior.
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Still, I can't help feeling sorry for the market vendors.
121
Tet is their most important season of the year.
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If sales keep dropping, their holiday will be filled with stress instead of joy.
123
I understand that, but we can't ignore reality either.
124
We are not wealthy enough to pay higher prices just to support tradition.
125
People choose what benefits them.
126
That's how modern society works.
127
I guess modernization is unavoidable.
128
Online shopping allows customers to compare prices, read feedback, and return products easily.
129
It feels safer and more transparent.
130
Exactly.
131
When you shop at the market, you spend hours walking from stall to stall.
132
Sometimes you don't even find what you're looking for.
133
And if the product has a problem, there's usually no clear exchange policy.
134
That's very true.
135
And honestly, as an introvert, I feel uncomfortable bargaining.
136
I don't even dare to ask too many questions.
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If something goes wrong, I'm too embarrassed to return it.
138
See?
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Online shopping removes that pressure.
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You can message customer service anytime.
141
The prices are fixed, so there's no awkward negotiation.
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If you like it, you buy it.
143
If not, you move on.
144
But don't you think something is missing?
145
The feeling of going to the market with family, choosing flowers, hearing the noise and excitement.
146
Tet used to feel more alive.
147
I agree.
148
There's definitely a nostalgic element we're losing.
149
But convenience often wins over sentiment.
150
Society keeps moving forward whether we like it or not or not.
151
It's just sad imagining those vendors sitting there with unsold goods while people stay home scrolling on their phones.
152
That's the harsh side of modernization.
153
Every technological shift creates winners and losers.
154
You sound so realistic, almost cold.
155
Maybe, but I'm just being practical.
156
If you're planning to shop at the market, you should hurry, otherwise you might not find what you want.
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And if you decide to buy online, you'd better do it soon before delivery services stop before Tet.
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So basically, if I wait too long, I'll have to wear my old clothes for the new year.
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Exactly.
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And that would be tragic.
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Fine.
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I'll at least check some online stores tonight, but I might still go to the market with my mom.
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Not everything can be replaced by convenience.
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That's fair.
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Just don't complain later if the delivery doesn't arrive on time.
166
Deal.
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But if I end up finding better deals than you, don't be jealous.
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We'll see about that.
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Tet is almost here.
170
Have you finished your shopping and preparation yet?
171
Or are you still waiting until the last minute like always?
172
Surprisingly, I've already bought everything I need.
173
Clothes, decorations, even gifts.
174
I handled it all online this year. That fast?
175
I was actually planning to go to the traditional market tomorrow with my mom.
176
She still prefers buying things in person.
177
Why not just order online?
178
Platforms like TikTok Shop and Shopee deliver everything straight to your door.
179
It's cheaper, more convenient, and you don't even have to leave the house.
180
Honestly, it saves so much time and energy.
181
Is it really that much cheaper?
182
My mom doesn't trust online shopping.
183
She's afraid of being scammed or receiving low-quality products.
184
That used to be a big concern, but now there are return and refund policies.
185
If you don't like the product, you simply return it and get your money back.
186
As long as you choose carefully, read reviews, and buy from stores with many positive ratings, the risk is minimal.
187
There are even vouchers and discounts everywhere.
188
That does sound convenient.
189
No wonder I've noticed fewer people going to the market these past few years.
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It feels quieter every TED.
191
The sellers look worried.
192
Of course they do.
193
Consumer habits have changed.
194
Especially Gen Z, we are used to speed and convenience.
195
Most young people would rather scroll and order than walk around bargaining for hours.
196
True.
197
And to be honest, sometimes market prices are unpredictable.
198
A pair of pants might originally cost $100, but some sellers raise it to $500 and expect customers to negotiate.
199
That frustrates people.
200
Exactly.
201
If people can get the same quality for a lower price and clearer price online, why wouldn't they choose that?
202
It's not personal.
203
It's just rational consumer behavior.
204
Still, I can't help feeling sorry for the market vendors.
205
Tet is their most important season of the year.
206
If sales keep dropping, their holiday will be filled with stress instead of joy.
207
I understand that, but we can't ignore reality either.
208
We are not wealthy enough to pay higher prices just to support tradition.
209
People choose what benefits them.
210
That's how modern society works.
211
I guess modernization is unavoidable.
212
Online shopping allows customers to compare prices, read feedback, and return products easily.
213
It feels safer and more transparent.
214
Exactly.
215
When you shop at the market, you spend hours walking from stall to stall.
216
Sometimes you don't even find what you're looking for.
217
And if the product has a problem, there's usually no clear exchange policy.
218
That's very true.
219
And honestly, as an introvert, I feel uncomfortable bargaining.
220
I don't even dare to ask too many questions.
221
If something goes wrong, I'm too embarrassed to return it.
222
See?
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Online shopping removes that pressure.
224
You can message customer service anytime.
225
The prices are fixed, so there's no awkward negotiation.
226
If you like it, you buy it.
227
If not, you move on.
228
But don't you think something is missing?
229
The feeling of going to the market with family, choosing flowers, hearing the noise and excitement.
230
Tet used to feel more alive.
231
I agree.
232
There's definitely a nostalgic element we're losing.
233
But convenience often wins over sentiment.
234
Society keeps moving forward, whether we like it or not.
235
It's just sad imagining those vendors sitting there with unsold goods while people stay home scrolling on their phones.
236
That's the harsh side of modernization.
237
Every technological shift creates winners and losers.
238
You sound so realistic, almost cold.
239
Maybe, but I'm just being practical.
240
If you're planning to shop at the market, you should hurry, otherwise you might not find what you want.
241
And if you decide to buy online, you'd better do it soon before delivery services stop before quartet.
242
So basically, if I wait too long, I'll have to wear my old clothes for the new year.
243
Exactly.
244
And that would be tragic.
245
Fine.
246
I'll at least check some online stores tonight, but I might still go to the market with my mom.
247
Not everything can be replaced by convenience.
248
That's fair.
249
Just don't complain later if the delivery doesn't arrive on time.
250
Deal.
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But if I end up finding better deals than you, don't be jealous.
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We'll see about that.
About This Lesson
In this listening exercise, you will practice your English listening skills with a focus on the topic of shopping. Aimed at a C1 level, this lesson contains conversational language that reflects modern shopping habits, specifically the rise of online shopping versus traditional market experiences. Listening to native conversations will enhance your understanding of contextual phrases and improve your overall English comprehension. By engaging with this material, you will also gain insights into consumer behavior, which can be a relevant topic in everyday discussions.
Key Vocabulary & Phrases
- Order online: Purchasing items via the internet instead of in physical stores.
- Return and refund policies: Rules that allow customers to return products and get their money back.
- Consumer habits: The behaviors and patterns of individuals when purchasing goods.
- Traditional market: A physical place where vendors sell fresh produce and goods.
- Vouchers and discounts: Coupons or promotions that reduce the price of items for shoppers.
- Quality products: Goods that meet a certain standard or expectation in terms of performance and durability.
- Bargaining: Negotiating the price of an item when shopping.
- Modernization: The process of adapting to modern technology and methods.
Practice Tips
To maximize your learning from this video, consider using a shadowing app while you practice. Shadowing involves listening to a speaker and repeating what they say, mimicking their tone and speed. Since the conversation in this video is dynamic and reflective of real-life interactions, pay attention to the natural rhythms and intonations of the speakers. Here are some tips to effectively implement shadow speaking:
- Start Slowly: If the pace feels too fast, pause the video and practice each sentence until you feel comfortable.
- Focus on Intonation: Listen for the rise and fall of the speakers' voices, which can convey meaning beyond just words.
- Repeat Multiple Times: Don't hesitate to replay sections of the video to reinforce your understanding and pronunciation.
- Use English Speaking Practice: Try discussing the video content with a language partner or using it in conversation practice to enhance retention.
By incorporating these methods into your routine and learning English with YouTube, you'll notice significant improvements in your speaking skills and overall confidence in using the language. Happy practicing!
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.