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Hello! It's been a while!
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Hello! What have you been up to lately?
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I have pursued some new hobbies and interests.
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That's great!
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Care to share?
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Definitely!
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I have taken up photography and cooking.
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Oh, that sounds interesting.
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Have you tried anything special in cooking?
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Absolutely!
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I have experimented with various cuisines, such as Indian, Mexican, and Chinese.
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Wow, that's impressive!
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What's your favorite dish so far?
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I have tried making homemade pizza, and it has turned out delicious.
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That's fantastic!
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I have always wanted to try making pizza from scratch.
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It has been a fun and rewarding experience.
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You should give it a try sometime.
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I will definitely consider that.
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Hi John, how are you doing?
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I'm doing really well.
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I have just booked a trip for my holiday!
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Oh great, where are you going?
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Kyoto. Have you been there before?
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No. I have visited Tokyo, but not Kyoto.
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Have you ever been to Kyoto?
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No, I have never been, but I'd love to go.
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So what are you up to?
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I have just started a new job actually.
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Oh, where's that?
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Same Company. It's a promotion.
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You've worked there for about 4 years now haven't you?
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Yes, I have worked there for 4 years.
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Anyway, I have to get off. See you later.
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See you. If you like this video, please give it a like and share it with your friends so that more people can get to know about it.
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Thank you for your support!
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Hey, it has been a while since we last caught up.
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Yes, it has.
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What have you been doing recently?
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I have been focusing on my fitness and health.
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That's awesome!
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Have you seen any noticeable changes?
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Absolutely!
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I have lost some weight and gained muscle.
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Wow, that's impressive!
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What activities have you been doing?
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I have been going to the gym regularly and trying different workout routines.
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That's great!
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Have you tried any new exercises?
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Yes, I have tried yoga and high-intensity interval training (HIIT).
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That's fantastic!
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How has it been?
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Any favorites?
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It has been a challenging but rewarding experience.
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I particularly enjoy yoga for its relaxation benefits.
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That's amazing!
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I have always wanted to try yoga.
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Maybe I'll give it a shot soon.
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You definitely should.
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It's a great way to improve flexibility and find inner peace.
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I will keep that in mind.
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Thanks for the suggestion.
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Thanks for watching our video on present perfect tense.
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Remember, repetition is key to improving your English.
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By using the present perfect tense, you can talk about past experiences as if they are still happening.
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It's a great way to add depth to your English conversations.
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For example, instead of saying "I went to Paris," you can say "I have been to Paris." It sounds more natural and fluent.
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If you enjoyed this video, give us a like and check out our other "English Together" videos.
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We'll see you next time!
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What You'll Practice in This Lesson
This video is perfect for beginners looking to master the present perfect tense through real-life conversations. You'll follow natural dialogues about hobbies, travel, jobs, and fitness—scenarios you’d encounter daily. By practicing with these exchanges, you’ll learn to use phrases like "I have taken up" or "Have you ever been" smoothly, which is great for both casual chats and IELTS speaking practice.
Key Vocabulary & Phrases to Remember
- Pursued (followed a goal or interest): "I have pursued new hobbies."
- Taken up (started a new activity): "I have taken up photography."
- Experimented with (tried new things): "I have experimented with cuisines."
- Turned out (resulted in): "It has turned out delicious."
- Noticeable changes (clear differences): "Have you seen any noticeable changes?"
Tips for Practicing with Shadowing
The video’s slow, clear pace makes it ideal for the shadowing technique. Here’s how to use it: Pause after each line, then repeat it aloud immediately, mimicking the tone and rhythm. This "shadow speech" helps train your mouth to form new sounds and your brain to process English faster. For extra practice, use a shadowing site like shadowspeaks to record yourself and compare it to the video. Focus on words like "just" or "ever"—they’re small, but they shape the present perfect’s meaning. Keep practicing daily, and you’ll soon notice your speaking flows more naturally, whether you’re chatting with friends or prepping for an exam.
Grammar in this video
The structures the speaker uses most, with the exact words from the video:
| Structure | In the video |
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| Present perfect continuous have/has been + -ing — an action that started earlier and is still going on | have you been doing · have been focusing |
| Present perfect have/has + past participle — a past action that still matters now | It's been · have you been · have pursued |
| Present continuous am/is/are + -ing — something happening right now or around now | are you doing · I'm doing · are you going |
| Future with “will” will + verb — a decision, promise or prediction | will definitely consider · I'll give · will keep |
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.