Shadowing Practice: LUYỆN NGHE TỪ CON SỐ 0: TUYỂN TẬP TRUYỆN NGẮN TIẾNG ANH - Học tiếng Anh Online (trực tuyến) - Learn English Speaking with Video

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Hello friends!
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It's me Liesl from Langmaster Learning System.
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In this episode I'll share with you some short stories.
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The stories are very good for your listening skills,
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so please pay attention and I hope that you've all subscribed to this YouTube channel.
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studying in a group tomorrow alex will have a very important exam however alex feels very nervous
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as there are so many things she still does not understand.
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For this reason, Alex has asked for her friend's help.
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They decide to study in a group in the library so that they can assist others when needed.
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Together they cram for the exam.
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As they support each other, they can understand the lessons better,
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when they help each other revise everything they have learned.
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Housework Last week, Sarah's mom and her auntie went on holiday and they decided to come home tomorrow morning.
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To welcome them home, Sarah started to clean up the house.
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Their house has a total of four floors.
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It takes Sarah five hours to wipe out the dirt,
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clean the windows, mop the floors, and so many things else.
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She was totally exhausted after doing all of the housework.
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Because Sarah goes to school every day from morning until late in the afternoon,
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so her mom usually does all the housework.
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Now Sarah can understand how hard and tiring this work is.
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She decided that in the future, she would help her mum take care of the housework on the weekends,
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so that her mum wouldn't have to do it all by herself ever again.
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Haircut.
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Next week, Rose's dad will have to attend a very important meeting.
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Therefore, he wanted his hair to look nice for that day.
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So, yesterday morning, he asked Rose to help him cut his hair.
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Dad, are you sure you want to let me do your hair?
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Yes, 100%.
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Oh my god, dad.
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What if I make it look worse?
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Hmm, no way.
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I believe in you.
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Rose's dad insisted.
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Hmm, okay, Dad.
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I'll give it a try.
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Then, Rose took the scissors and started to trim the first layer.
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She ran the scissors from the neck to the top of his ear.
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She was very careful so not to ruin his hair.
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Dad, why don't you say anything?
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Me?
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No, I just wanted you to stay focused, her dad said.
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Aha.
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You don't trust me, right?
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No, darling.
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I tried my best.
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Now I'm done.
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Take a look.
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Rose said.
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Wow.
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Better than I thought.
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Thank you.
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Oh, I was so nervous, Dad.
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Look, my hand's still shaking.
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I think next time you should go to the barbershop.
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Nah, I like it.
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Look, I think you are very good at this.
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Her dad smiled.
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I'm glad you liked it, Dad.
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Dinner.
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Lily's family often had dinner at 7pm.
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However, tonight her dad and mom would come home late,
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as they had to attend an event for their company.
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Lily and her sister took care of the meal.
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Oh, sis, this dish smells so good.
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It makes me feel very hungry.
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Can we eat now?
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The food made Lily's mouth water.
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Lil, I think we should wait until our mom and dad come home.
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It's better to eat dinner together.
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You know, they are very busy.
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They're at the company all day long.
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We don't have much time with them.
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Oh, that's true, Lily said.
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I think they're coming home now, her sister said.
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Yeah, I can wait.
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Oh, wait, sister, I just received a message from mom.
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They are heading home.
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Mom said she had something for us Lily was very excited
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really hmm I can't wait to see them I wonder what
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surprise she has for us okay they're close to our house now.
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I think we should reheat the dishes.
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Okay, sis, let me do it.
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Coffee.
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Tom's dad always has a cup of coffee every morning.
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Tom questioned him about this,
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and he said, drinking a cup of coffee a day is very good.
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It will help Tom's dad stay focused and not doze off when working early in the morning.
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Try it, son.
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I believe you will love it.
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No thanks, Dad.
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I don't like the smell.
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You are not like me and your grandpa.
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We all love coffee, Tom's dad said.
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Really?
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Tom asked him.
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Yes, he prefers cappuccino, whereas I love black coffee, his dad told him.
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Hmm, cappuccino.
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I will try it sometime.
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Your coffee is too bitter and strong.
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Yeah, try it.
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You will love it.
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That's all for today everyone.
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I hope that these stories can help you improve your listening skills.
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Now please like share and subscribe to our channel.
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If you want to know more about our English classes please
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share with us your contact number in the comment box below and I'll see you guys in the next lesson.
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Goodbye for now.
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Thank you.

Why practice speaking with this video?

This video provides a unique opportunity to enhance your IELTS speaking practice through engaging short stories. By listening attentively, you can not only enjoy the narratives but also grasp the conversational nuances exhibited in them. Shadowing the speaker allows you to mimic sentence structures and intonation effectively, which can significantly sharpen your speaking skills.

For instance, in the story about Alex preparing for an exam, you hear natural dialogue among friends. This context is realistic and relatable, enabling you to practice speaking through role-play. When you engage in this way, you not only focus on improving your English pronunciation but also enhance your understanding of collaborative learning, which is a vital skill in both academic and social settings.

Grammar & Expressions in Context

In the transcript, several key structures and expressions stand out:

  • “I hope that...” – A common expression used to convey good wishes or aspirations.
  • “decide to...” – This phrase is crucial for discussing choices and plans and helps learners formulate their own sentences in a similar context.
  • “took the scissors and started to...” – This action-oriented phrase helps in practicing past tense verbs and illustrates the sequence of actions in storytelling.
  • “what if...” – This conditional phrase is useful for expressing hypotheticals, which is a frequent aspect in conversational English.

These structures promote a practical understanding of English grammar in context and can be easily integrated into your shadow speech practice sessions.

Common Pronunciation Traps

As you practice shadowing this video, be aware of certain pronunciation challenges:

  • “important” – This word often receives stress on the second syllable: im-POR-tant. Mispronouncing it can lead to misunderstandings.
  • “would” – It's frequently contracted in speech, leading to confusion for non-native speakers. Pay close attention to its subtle pronunciation, especially in casual dialogues.
  • “exhausted” – The ending may be tricky; some might over-emphasize the 'ed'. It should sound like “ex-HAUS-ted” without stressing the 'ed' too much.

Utilizing a shadowing app while listening can help you practice these tricky words effectively. By repeating phrases after the speaker, you can enhance your fluency and adjust your pronunciation to sound more natural in conversation.

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.