Shadowing Practice: Luyện nghe tiếng anh về những câu chuyện hằng ngày cùng imleafsun | improve your english - Learn English Speaking with YouTube

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Hello my friends, welcome to my English Corner.
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Ever since I got into grad school,
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I've never really had a chance to speak English that much because honestly,
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most lectures and courses are delivered in Mandarin.
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So in order to sharpen my tongue,
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I've been talking to more than 30 teachers and I've found some hidden gems.
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They've been helping me with all aspects of spoken English including idioms,
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pronunciation, accents and fluency.
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So without further ado, let's get started.
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First of all, let's talk about Thomas.
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He's literally a walking idiom dictionary.
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Every session with him is like diving into an ocean of idioms.
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He doesn't just teach them.
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I mean, he paints vivid pictures with his own explanations.
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For example, he was teaching me the idiom,
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a blessing in disguise, and he explained it in a way that makes this idiom stick with me like blue.
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Let's think of an example.
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So I was supposed to catch a flight,
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but I was late to the airport,
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so I missed my flight.
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So missing a flight is a bad thing.
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It's not a good thing.
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But let's say, for example,
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later that night I decided to go for a drink
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and I meet this really beautiful girl and she gives me her number and then maybe we started dating,
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I don't know.
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So you can say yeah I missed the flight which is really inconvenient,
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but it turned out to be a blessing in disguise
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because I met this beautiful girl and now we're dating
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or something so is that a true story i wish it was a true story but it's not a true story
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next we have chloe she has this beautiful british accent that's
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like music to my ears to be honest i've always had
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a bit of a thing for british accent call it a weird obsession
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if you will but it just gets me every time
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so the good thing about chloe is that she teaches with clarity and and precision,
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which is good for me to imitate.
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By the way, Chloe can imitate all the characters from Harry Potter.
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She even imitated Hermione and Dumbledore for me.
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So if you're looking to master that British accent, just go for Chloe.
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I'm reading Harry Potter in Portuguese right now.
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The first, It's in Portuguese.
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I read all of the Harry Potter books to my kids.
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I read them aloud, so I tried to imitate all of the voices as well.
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Can you do a Dumbledore's voice for me?
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Um, I can.
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I think my Dumbledore is quite good.
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Well, Harry, we are living in very grave times.
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I couldn't think of anything to say but I love Dumbledore.
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What's about Hermione?
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If you two don't mind,
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I'm going to bed before one of you comes up with a ridiculous account.
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I couldn't remember the quote then but that's my Hermione.
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That's so Hermione.
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Thank you.
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Last but not least, I have William,
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whom you can practice conversational English with.
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Every session with William feels like talking to an old buddy over a cup of coffee, you know.
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He really knows how to keep the conversation flowing like a river.
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I mean, we literally talk about everything,
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like our constellation, MBTI, and our favorite films, stuff like that.
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He's really good at engaging discussions and helping you find your voice in English.
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Sometimes I don't like to follow like a very strict structure on plans and stuff.
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Yeah, I'm more of a go with the flow kind of guy, I guess.
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You sound like an INFP.
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You know what I am actually, yeah, you're right.
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Yeah.
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I am an INFP too.
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You are?
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Oh my God.
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Team!
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There we go.
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Nice!
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You and me.
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Sweet.
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But the reason why I like INFPs are because they're really good at being introverted.
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Like they're good at being introverted,
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but they also have this weird, like different extroverted side.
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So these are my top three favorite teachers on Cambly.
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Whether you're looking to dive into idioms with Thomas or polishing your British accent with Chloe
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or just having a great chat with William,
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Cambly has something for everyone.
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If you want to give it a try,
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just use my code in the comment section to take some lessons.
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Anyway, learning English is a lifelong journey.
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I hope we can all stick to it.
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See you in the next video.
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Bye!

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Context & Background

In this engaging video titled "Improve Your English," the speaker shares their journey of learning English while in grad school. Despite the predominance of Mandarin in lectures, they've taken the initiative to enhance their English speaking skills. By interacting with over 30 teachers, they delve into various aspects of spoken English, including idioms, pronunciation, accents, and overall fluency. Through vibrant anecdotes and experiences, the speaker captures the essence of language learning and emphasizes the importance of effective communication in daily life.

Top 5 Phrases for Daily Communication

  • A blessing in disguise: Something that seems bad at first but leads to a good outcome.
  • To sharpen my tongue: To improve one's speaking skills.
  • Like a walking idiom dictionary: A person who is very knowledgeable about idioms.
  • Music to my ears: Something that is pleasant or enjoyable to hear.
  • Living in very grave times: A phrase indicating serious or difficult situations.

Step-by-step Shadowing Guide

If you're looking to improve English pronunciation and engage in effective English speaking practice, employing the shadowing technique can be incredibly beneficial. Here’s how to tackle the challenges presented in this specific video:

  1. Listen Actively: Begin by attentively watching the video without any distractions. Pay close attention to the speaker's intonation, pronunciation, and rhythm.
  2. Take Notes: Jot down key phrases, particularly the ones highlighted above. This will help reinforce memory and provide you with concrete examples of daily expressions.
  3. Repeat & Imitate: Use the shadow speech technique. As the speaker talks, repeat their phrases aloud, mimicking their voice and accent. This practice is particularly effective for grasping idiomatic expressions.
  4. Record Yourself: After several repetitions, record your version of the phrases. Play it back, and compare it with the original to identify areas for improvement in your accent and intonation.
  5. Practice Regularly: Make a habit of incorporating this exercise into your daily routine. The more you practice, the more fluent and confident you will become in your communication skills.

By following these steps on a consistent basis, you can effectively harness the power of the shadowing technique to improve your English. Remember, patience and perseverance are key in mastering any new language!

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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