Shadowing Practice: 📻[Radio] 너는 내 첫사랑이야..《Cậu là mối tình đầu của tôi..》 - Learn English Speaking with YouTube

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The first story was sent by a boy who had a long-time crush on a girl student.
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The first story was sent by a boy who had a long-time crush on a girl student.
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Hello, When I was in 6th grade, I was a mood maker in my class In other words, I was a naughty boy Since I spent six years at the same school, There were hardly any students I wasn’t close with.
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One day, I was coming home after school, I saw a close friend walking home with his friend.
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I ran to join them.
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Standing next to my friend was a girl I had never seen before in those six years.
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She called my name first and greeted me with a bright smile At that moment, I was excited to make a new friend and was captivated by her beautiful smile.
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I was in a good mood all day As time passed, I became closer to her I texted her through KakaoTalk every day before going to bed We shared our daily lives with each other.
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I started developing feelings for her.
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As I began to crush on her, the elementary school graduation approached.
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After graduation, we went to different middle schools.
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We gradually texted less until it ended up losing contact completely.
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A year later, after finishing my first year in middle school, I started using Facebook.
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I found her on Facebook, too so I sent her a friend request.
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We became Facebook friends, but..
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it had been so long since we last talked that I didn’t have the courage to message her.
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Instead, I used the Facebook "poke" feature.
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I kept poking her all the time until it reached 500 pokes.
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Finally, on April 18th, her birthday I mustered the courage to post “Happy Birthday” on her timeline.
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On her Facebook's timeline, around 30 people posted birthday wishes and she replied to everyone I've been waiting for her reply but only my post was not replied I was so upset but didn’t know what to say.
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Aiss, I thought, “This is how my one-sided love ends.” I had been thinking until 2 a.m, I put on my earphones, listened to MC the Max's One Love I cried quietly so my family wouldn't notice.
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After that, I decided to start working out I went on a diet and want to show that girl my new self.
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I signed up for a gym and began doing cardio and weight training daily.
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In the beginning, my goal was to lose weight, but then I found working out so enjoyable Now I can bench press 110 kg squat 150 kg and deadlift 140 kg with ease.
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I become a health machine Thanks to my crush from elementary and middle school, I got healthier and more flexible It was a good memory.
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These days, when I listen to MC the Max's One Love, I faintly remember her pretty smile.
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Hey there, it’s been a long time since we saw each other.
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Sometimes, I remember you as a friend Later on, if we ever run into each other, I'll take the courage to say hello Then please respond.
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Stay healthy Well, the first story was about a boy's pure and affectionate unrequited love.
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Don't be too upset.
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If you really like and miss someone, your feelings will be returned someday.
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Don’t take it so hard Keep working out like you do.
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You’re doing a great job, right?
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So, exercise hard and study well too and one day, you two will meet again.
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Now, let's listen to the song requested by the boy of the first story.
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The second story is about a girl who excels in both studies and love.
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Hello, I have been dating my boyfriend for a little over a year.
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These days, with social distancing due to COVID-19, I think about him often because we can't see each other much.
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There’s a song I hum very often.
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I listen to this song whenever I miss him If I listen to it even after arguing, it will remind me of him Actually, we had an argument over an appointment last time.
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Due to my anger, I said something I didn’t mean at all It did hurt his feelings After the fight, "I didn't have to say that..." I regretted it.
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He’s a boyfriend who cares about me even during our argument.
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Even after we made up well, it stuck in my mind the whole time.
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Moreover, his mood hasn’t been good recently, His body isn’t well either I want to give him strength and special comfort that different from others, but I have no idea.
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When I was thinking about it I heard about the opportunity to submit a story to this program, so I hope my sincere feelings reach him through this.
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Every time I miss him I want to listen to this song.
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Of course, I always say this on KakaoTalk, but it’s hard to convey all my feelings in just a few sentences.
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So, I want to convey my heart through this song.
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I haven’t told him about this yet, but if you hear this, you’ll know it’s for you, don’t you?
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I hope we can overcome COVID-19 soon and see each other often.
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Now, let's listen to the requested song from this sweet and thoughtful girl.

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Context & Background

This engaging story unfolds from the perspective of a boy recounting his nostalgic experience of unrequited love during his school years. As he recalls how a chance encounter with a new girl sparked feelings he had never experienced before, the tale emphasizes the emotional turmoil of young love and its impact on personal growth. The boy's journey highlights his transition from heartbreak to self-improvement through fitness, while also reflecting on the bittersweet memories that accompany growing up. This narrative provides a relatable glimpse into the complexities of adolescent relationships and feelings.

Top 5 Phrases for Daily Communication

  • "Hello, when I was in 6th grade..." - A typical way to introduce oneself or tell a story.
  • "I was in a good mood all day." - Expressing a positive emotional state, useful for sharing feelings.
  • "I mustered the courage to post…” - A phrase that conveys taking action despite fear; great for discussing decisions.
  • "I became healthier and more flexible." - Describing personal achievements can boost conversational skills.
  • "Sometimes, I remember you as a friend." - A warm reminder of past connections, useful for reminiscences.

Step-by-step Shadowing Guide

To enhance your English speaking skills using this narrative, follow these steps with the shadowing technique:

  1. Choose Your Segment: Select a short segment from the transcript that resonates with you or feels challenging.
  2. Listen Actively: Play the clip while focusing on the nuances of pronunciation, intonation, and rhythm. Utilize a shadowing site or shadowing app to replay sections as needed.
  3. Repeat Out Loud: Mimic the speaker closely. Pay attention to how emotions are conveyed through voice modulation, and don't hesitate to pause and practice tricky phrases.
  4. Record Yourself: Capture your attempts and compare them to the original. This will help you notice areas for improvement in your English pronunciation.
  5. Reflect and Refine: After several attempts, evaluate your pronunciation and emotional delivery. Write down any phrases that you found particularly challenging to assist in future practice.

By integrating these methods into your study routine, not only will your speaking skills improve, but you’ll also gain confidence in expressing emotions similar to those highlighted in the stories. Remember, consistency is key, and as you practice, you will gradually see progress in your English communication capabilities.

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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