Shadowing Practice: Mini Nigel and Miranda meet the cast of The Devil Wears Prada 2 πŸ‘ πŸŽ€@DisneyUK - Learn English Speaking with YouTube

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Yes!
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Stop it.
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Hello, hello.
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Am I having a hallucination?
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You look spectacular.
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Y'all look sharp.
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Wow.
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Cut.
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Sorry.
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Who is this?
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Don't you know who we are?
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You're Nigel, and you're Miranda.
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Let's be professional.
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Yeah.
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Come on, our bosses are here.
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Pull yourself together.
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We have work to do.
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We've taken the time out of our busy schedules to ask you some questions.
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But first, we need to talk about what you're wearing.
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I'm wearing Valentino.
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I am wearing Stella McCartney.
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Groundbreaking.
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We like your tights.
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Thank you.
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Your approval means everything.
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Outfits are so...
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Ryan.
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Honestly, I'll take it.
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That feels like a win.
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How about my shoes?
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You haven't commented on my shoes.
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You know who makes these?
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Hey.
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Prada.
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Did they?
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Yes.
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These are the devil's shoes.
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Oh, yeah.
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Now I can see it.
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All right, dudes.
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Give it to us.
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What was your favorite outfit from the film?
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Do you remember the James Holt party?
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Oh yeah.
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And I wear kind of that skirt
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that has the dress then has the coat over it and all of the coin necklaces.
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Oh yeah, I love.
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And I think it came right from the showroom and it had all of these pins in it.
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But it did it?
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Yes, it did.
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And so I'd be doing the scene, I'd be like, ow.
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And then I would just kind of pull it out.
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I think I pulled out 100 pins of that thing.
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I don't know how.
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Oh my god.
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I like my very outrageous outfit to the .
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I haven't really seen the movie.
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I haven't seen the movie.
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Well, I have seen the movie,
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but I just haven't seen like all of it.
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Because sometimes we had to fast forward.
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Wait, are you talking about the first one or the second one?
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Second one.
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No, I haven't seen that one.
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I haven't seen that one either.
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Who are the better assistants?
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Andy and Emily or Omari and Charlie?
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So I used to have your job.
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What?
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Omari and Charlie.
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What do you think?
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Andy and Emily.
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Oh!
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Right?
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Well, I think initially.
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Well, who?
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You haven't said anyone.
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Me!
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I thought it was you because you've been to the office longer than Andy.
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At our hotel, we saw a runway magazine and you were on the front cover of it.
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I know, what's that about?
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I have no idea.
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I can't tell you, I can't tell you.
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Will you two please spit it out already?
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Um, uh, uh...
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What is your favorite line?
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Mine is when Emily says in the first one,
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you went upstairs, you went upstairs,
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oh my God, why didn't you just climb into bed with her and ask for a bedtime story?
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Well, I can't do a better line reading than that.
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I love it when Emily says,
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I'm sorry, do you have some prior commitment?
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Is there some hideous skirt convention?
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Skirt convention you have to go to.
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Yeah.
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What's your favorite one?
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I love, why is no one ready?
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I love that one too.
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Wait, but what's your favorite line?
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I just told you.
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Oh, you told me.
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Sorry, I need a nap.
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I fell down and smacked my little head on the pavement.
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Yes!
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You said another one!
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There you go.
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At least I'm not a kid anymore.
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I'm in love with these two.
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It's a really Chanel kind of look.
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Chanel?
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Yeah.
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Wait, who's Chanel?
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My teacher is a big fan of you.
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Really?
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Yeah.
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Eddie and Emily have like bearded The Office longer than you.
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And also we haven't seen the second film.
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What are your real names?
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St. Nigel and Miranda.
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Great job.
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Yeah, great job.
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Thank you very much.
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Thank you so much.
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Can we get you a juice?
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Yes.
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Yes, okay, what kind of apple?
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I should know that.
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That's all.

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Why practice speaking with this video?

This engaging clip featuring Mini Nigel and Miranda provides an excellent opportunity for English learners to improve their speaking skills in a lively context. The light-hearted banter and fashion discussions mirror real-life conversations, making it a perfect choice for those who wish to enhance their conversational English. By practicing with this video, you not only gain insights into contemporary cultural references but also develop your ability to respond spontaneously in discussions about everyday topics, which is crucial for success in IELTS speaking practice.

Benefits of Using This Video

  • Real-life Context: Understanding dialogues within popular culture allows learners to use relevant vocabulary in actual conversations.
  • Confidence Building: Engaging with a humorous and dynamic exchange can help reduce speaking anxiety, allowing you to practice without fear of making mistakes.
  • Shadowing Practice: Using a shadowing app can enhance your fluency as you mimic the speakers, improving your intonation and rhythm.

Grammar & Expressions in Context

Pay attention to the following phrases and structures as you practice speaking:

  • Interjections: The conversation starts with "Yes! Stop it. Hello, hello." This playful greeting shows enthusiasm and can be a great way to capture attention in your own discussions.
  • Descriptive Phrases: Phrases like "You look spectacular" and "We like your tights" are excellent examples of the positive feedback often used in conversations.
  • Questions for Engagement: "What was your favorite outfit from the film?" This structure can help guide discussions and keep conversations flowing, inviting others to share their opinions.

Common Pronunciation Traps

As you practice shadowing with this video, focus on the following pronunciation challenges:

  • Fashion Vocabulary: Words like "spectacular," "outfits," and "Valentino" may require careful emphasis. Make sure to articulate clearly to convey confidence.
  • Brand Names: Phrases like "Prada" and "Stella McCartney" are commonly mispronounced. Ensure you familiarize yourself with the correct pronunciation to sound fluent.
  • Fluidity in Speech: Engaging in the fast-paced banter can be tricky. Practice using a shadow speak technique to enhance your ability to keep up with natural conversation speed, ultimately helping you to improve English pronunciation.

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 β€” 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 β€” making it one of the most effective methods for IELTS Speaking preparation and real-world English communication.

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