Shadowing Practice: Practice Speaking Fast and Fluent | 10 Minutes English Speaking Exercise - Learn English Speaking with Video
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Oh, I'll never be able to understand fast speech.
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I feel helpless when listening to English.
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It's so fast that I can't get a word.
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I can't catch up.
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Are these phrases and sentences familiar to you?
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Have you ever said that before?
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Wow, I heard many people say things like that.
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If one of these ever crossed your mind, don't worry.
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In this video, we'll help you sort this out.
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And you'll know what to do when dealing with fast speech.
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English Speaking Course Part 1.
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Shadowing In part 1, you will listen to a sample of a short conversation.
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In this shadowing lesson, you will hear a story.
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Listen to the tone and the intonation in the voice.
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Try to imitate and copy the native English speaker.
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Okay, let's give it a try.
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I heard a bit of your talk about books.
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Are you still lost in the words of William Shakespeare?
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Have you found your hidden Romeo yet?
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Lost, for now.
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Mr. Romeo is hard to find, you know.
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I wish there was a bit of sun to make the story less dark.
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Metaphorically, I hope.
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This bookshop is not for sunbathing.
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Ah, but you are, wouldn't you say?
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Your smile is like sunshine.
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It made me happy in the fiction section.
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Well, although you're not my style, I must admit, you're quite smooth for a nerd.
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About sunshine, I have the best present for you right here.
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Meet Midnight.
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He comes with a secret message.
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I got sunburned because of your smile.
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This is adorable.
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The message is so playful, so you.
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I can't believe you even thought of me When I saw it, I knew it was for you Ben,
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you've made my day This is the sweetest gesture I'll cherish midnight forever Happy you like it
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So, wanna go for coffee this weekend?
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I have no plans, but now I want to.
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Coffee with you sounds nice.
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Great.
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There's a small cafe nearby. With seats outside.
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Good for sitting together.
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Together?
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Yes.
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Thanks for the fun and this lovely cat.
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I'm happy, Lily.
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This is just the start of our book adventure in sun or moon.
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Can't wait.
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Who knew a bookshop visit could be so nice?
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Life is full of surprises, like a book.
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Glad we're doing this together.
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And about books, what do you like to read?
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I like poems.
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I love how they sound and show pictures in words. And you?
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I love old stories, but also mystery books.
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They are exciting.
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Mystery and poems.
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A good mix.
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Maybe we talk about the mover coffee?
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Yes.
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I want to hear what you think about poems.
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Happy to.
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Maybe you can show me a mystery book that is really good.
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Deal.
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I'm excited for our coffee.
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It will be fun.
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Me too.
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Can't wait for Saturday.
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See you then, Lily.
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See you, Ben!
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Thanks again.
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Today was full of happy surprises!
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Part 2.
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Vocabulary Metaphorically Explanation Used to describe a situation where something is not literal but symbolic,
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indicating a comparison or representation.
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When he said he was drowning in work, he meant it metaphorically, not that he was actually underwater.
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Cherish Explanation To cherish something means to hold it dear, to treat it with love and care,
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often because it holds personal or emotional significance.
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She cherishes the necklace her grandmother gave her, wearing it on special occasions.
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Adorable Explanation Adorable is used to describe something or someone that is very charming,
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cute or lovable, often evoking a warm, affectionate feeling.
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The puppy's playful actions were so adorable that everyone wanted to cuddle it.
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Gesture Explanation A gesture is an action performed to convey a message,
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feeling, or intention, often carrying emotional or symbolic meaning.
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Example Giving flowers as a gesture of apology, he hoped to mend their friendship.
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Sunburned Explanation.
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Sunburned refers to the reddening, burning, or damage of the skin caused by prolonged exposure to the sun's ultraviolet rays.
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After spending the day at the beach without sunscreen, she was sunburned and her skin felt sore.
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Part 3.
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Duets.
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Lost for now.
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Mr. Romeo is hard to find,
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you know Metaphorically, I hope
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This bookshop is not for sunbathing Well,
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although you're not my style I must admit, you're quite smooth for a nerd
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This is adorable The message is so playful So you I can't believe you even thought of me Ben,
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you've made my day.
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This is the sweetest gesture I'll cherish midnight forever
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I have no plans but now I want to coffee with you sounds nice Together,
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yes Thanks for the fun and this lovely cat
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Can't wait Who knew a bookshop visit could be so nice?
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And about books, what do you like to read?
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I love old stories, but also mystery books.
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They are exciting.
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Yes, I want to hear what you think about poems.
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Deal, I'm excited for our coffee.
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It will be fun.
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See you, Ben!
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Thanks again!
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Today was full of happy surprises!
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Vocabulary and speaking notes for this lesson
This B1 speaking lesson is built on the video “Practice Speaking Fast and Fluent”. The speaker keeps coming back to these words: coffee, gesture, adorable, Explanation, bookshop. This video has 111 sentences and 834 words to shadow. The speech runs for 10:19. The speaker talks slowly, about 81 words per minute, so there is time to copy every sound. Only 80% of the words are among the 3,000 most common in English, so the vocabulary is demanding.
Key vocabulary in this video
The 15 most advanced words in the video, with pronunciation and meaning:
| Word | Pronunciation | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| cherish verb | /ˈt͡ʃɛɹɪʃ/ | To treat with affection, care, and tenderness; to nurture or protect with care. |
| gesture noun | /ˈd͡ʒɛs.t͡ʃɚ/ | A motion of the limbs or body, especially one made to emphasize speech. |
| adorable adjective | /əˈdoɹ.əˌbəl/ | Befitting of being adored; cute or loveable. |
| bookshop noun | A shop that sells books. | |
| metaphorically adverb | In a metaphorical manner; not literally; by means of metaphor. | |
| sunburn noun | /ˈsʌnˌbɝn/ | A burn on the skin caused by excess exposure to the sun's rays. |
| poem noun | /ˈpoʊ.əm/ | A literary piece written in verse. |
| playful adjective | /ˈpleɪfl̩/ | Enjoying play; sportive; prone to playing frequently, in the manner of a child or young pet (viz. puppy or kitten). |
| midnight noun | /ˈmɪd(ˌ)naɪt/ | The middle of the night: the sixth temporal hour, equidistant between sunset and sunrise. |
| excite verb | /ɪkˈsaɪt/ | To stir the emotions of; to cause to feel excitement. |
| sunbathe verb | /ˈsʌnbeɪð/ | To expose one's body to the sun in order to relax or to obtain a suntan; to take the sun. |
| symbolic adjective | Pertaining to a symbol. | |
| sunshine noun | /ˈsʌnʃaɪn/ | The direct rays, light or warmth of the sun. |
| affectionate adjective | /əˈfɛkʃənət/ | Having affection or warm regard; loving; fond. |
| cuddle verb | /ˈkʌd.l̩/ | To lie together snugly (with someone), in an intimate physical embrace; to snuggle. |
Phrasal verbs you will hear
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| catch up verb | To pick up suddenly. |
Sentences worth repeating
Short, complete lines from the video that you can reuse in everyday conversation:
- It's so fast that I can't get a word.
- Are these phrases and sentences familiar to you?
- Have you ever said that before?
- Ah, but you are, wouldn't you say?
- Maybe we talk about the mover coffee?
Grammar in this video
The structures the speaker uses most, with the exact words from the video:
| Structure | In the video |
|---|---|
| Present perfect have/has + past participle — a past action that still matters now | Have you ever said · Have you found · you've made |
| Superlatives the -est / the most … — the top or bottom of a group | the best · the sweetest |
| Future with “will” will + verb — a decision, promise or prediction | I'll never be · we'll help · you'll know |
| Obligation: must / have to / need to saying that something is necessary | must admit |
Pronunciation to watch
The speaker uses 25 contractions and reduced forms, such as can't, you're, I'll. Say them the short way, as you hear them.
- The “th” sounds: sunbathe /ˈsʌnbeɪð/, grandmother /ˈɡɹæn(d)ˌmʌðɚ/
- The “sh” and “zh” sounds: cherish /ˈt͡ʃɛɹɪʃ/, sunshine /ˈsʌnʃaɪn/, affectionate /əˈfɛkʃənət/, intonation /ɪntəˈneɪʃən/
- Long words — get the stress right: adorable /əˈdoɹ.əˌbəl/, affectionate /əˈfɛkʃənət/, intonation /ɪntəˈneɪʃən/, ultraviolet /ˌʌltɹəˈvaɪələt/, vocabulary /vəˈkæb.jə.lə.ɹi/
How to practise with this video
- Listen to the whole video once without speaking and note the words you do not know.
- Shadow it sentence by sentence at normal speed, repeating each one until your rhythm matches the speaker.
- Record yourself and compare with the original, paying attention to words like cherish, gesture, adorable.
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.