Shadowing Practice: Phát âm tiếng Anh cơ bản - Tập 2: Âm /e/ và /æ/ - Phát âm tiếng Anh chuẩn bảng phiên âm IPA - Learn English Speaking with YouTube

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Hello to all of my beloved students.
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This is the new series of Pronunciation Guide for Beginners by Langmaster Learning System and me, Liesl.
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In this episode, we'll learn the second pair of sounds e and a.
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Are you ready?
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This is Langmaster Learning System.
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Let's go.
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Today we'll start with the e sound.
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To make the sound correctly please follow these three steps.
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Step one open your mouth naturally.
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Step two your tongue is not as high as in the e long sound but a little lower.
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Step three, make the sound e with the lips staying still.
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This is a short sound so you need to pronounce it in less than a second.
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Your e sound should be short, strong and firm.
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Now watch my mouth carefully and listen to how I pronounce the sound.
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Then try your best to mimic it.
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Next we study the sound.
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To make the sound correctly,
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please follow these three steps.
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Step 1.
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Open your mouth wide.
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Step 2.
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Put your tongue down in the lowest place it can go.
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The tip of the tongue should slightly touch the bottom of the front teeth.
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Tip 3.
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Make the a sound in less than a second while the lips stay still.
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a Look at my mouth carefully and listen to how I pronounce the sound again.
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a a a We're going to practice some word pairs to see how different the E and A sounds are.
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X axe pin pan min
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man said sad big bag
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bread brag.
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Alright, let's do some more practice of each of these sounds.
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Listen carefully and repeat after me.
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The e sound.
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pen
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men letter
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check met bill
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member many send his friend a letter send his friend a letter.
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Let's rent a tent.
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Let's rent a tent.
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Fred said it again and again.
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Fred said it again and again.
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Pig slept from six until ten and then left.
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Pig slept from six until ten and then left.
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The ah sound.
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cat candle caption hand map black
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bag pack the bags pack the bags
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sad is the opposite of happy sad is the opposite of happy
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there is a man with black pants There is a man with black pants.
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Pat's cat is fat.
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Pat's cat is fat.
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Exercise 1.
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Listen and circle the word you hear.
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bell pin wrist chicks
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spell Bitter Exercise 2
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Listen to the sentences and circle the word you hear.
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I dropped a pen. Is that the bill?
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This coffee tastes better.
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Her name is Jenny. Whose chicks are these?
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He spilled the soup.
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Exercise 3.
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Match column A with column B to make a sentence.
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He said Thank you.
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I haven't got any milk.
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I'll be back Again tomorrow.
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My friends, live in a flat over there.
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Exercise 1.
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Listen and circle the word you hear.
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Bell.
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Pen.
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Rest Chicks Spell Bitter
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Exercise 2 Listen to the sentences and circle the word you hear.
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I dropped a pen. Is that the bill?
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This coffee tastes better.
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Her name is Jenny. Whose chicks are these?
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He spilled the soup.
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Exercise 3.
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Match column A with column B to make a sentence.
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He said, thank you.
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I haven't got any milk.
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I'll be back again tomorrow.
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My friends live in a flat over there.
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Great!
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Now you know how to make the right sounds in English.
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Practice often for best results.
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For more helpful lessons in English,
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like and subscribe to our channel.
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And if you want to learn more about our pronunciation methods,
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leave your phone number and email address in the comment box below.
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I'm Liesl from Langmaster Learning System.
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Bye for now.
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Thank you.

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Why Practice Speaking with This Video?

Engaging with pronunciation videos is crucial for improving your English speaking practice. In this particular episode, you will learn how to pronounce the short sounds /e/ and /æ/. Mastering these sounds will not only enhance your clarity in communication but also boost your confidence when speaking. The interactive nature of the video invites learners to repeat after the instructor, which is essential in developing fluency. This approach embodies the shadowing technique, allowing you to mimic native speakers’ pronunciation while reinforcing your listening skills. By practicing alongside the video, you can effectively employ shadow speak to incorporate rhythm and intonation into your speech, leading to more natural conversations.

Grammar & Expressions in Context

  • "Let's rent a tent." - This phrase illustrates the use of simple future tense in a practical context.
  • "Sad is the opposite of happy." - An example showcasing how to convey contrasts and opposites in English.
  • "The tip of the tongue should slightly touch the bottom of the front teeth." - This sentence emphasizes providing detailed instructions in a descriptive manner.
  • "Pat's cat is fat." - A playful approach to basic sentence structure that demonstrates possessive forms along with adjectives.

These expressions help you not only grasp fundamental grammar but also utilize them in daily conversations, enhancing your overall communication skills.

Common Pronunciation Traps

When practicing with this video, be mindful of certain words that can be tricky for many English learners. The sounds /e/ and /æ/ differ significantly, which can lead to confusion:

  • Words like "pen" and "pan"—failing to distinguish between these may lead to misunderstandings.
  • The pairs "big" and "bag" often confuse learners due to the vowel variations.
  • Pay attention to sentences like "Fred said it again and again."—the repetition can create a rhythm that may be difficult to replicate without proper practice.

These pronunciation challenges can be effectively tackled using the shadowspeak method, where you imitate the sounds directly after hearing them. Consistent practice with targeted sound pairs will enable you to improve your articulation significantly.

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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