Shadowing Practice: renewed by the desert - Learn English Speaking with Video

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Well, yeah, I didn't tell you this.
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It's not that.
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Well, me and Javon were watching the Spurs game, and Chloe was there at the game and was like, Start dancing so you get on the screen!
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I'll see you!
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Were you dancing?
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I was dancing!
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Okay, good.
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Oh, yeah.
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Trust.
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Would you say we're in the center right now, or towards the other edge of what I'm seeing here? here because we're in a valley right?
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Yeah girl, I'm sort of directionally challenged.
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Oh sorry, I'll let you know.
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I love you.
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It's dry.
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All right, two monitors and responsibly.
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One is a container.
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Yeah, exactly.
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Three months there.
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Yeah.
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Look at this.
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Just drinking your coffee.
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Yeah, the heat is like, it's hot, but it's dry.
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It's a dry heat.
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It's a dry heat.
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Yeah, but like when you go in the shade and like there's grass, it feels so nice and I bet, yeah.
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You did it man, you graduated.
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Car show, health block, Old Town.
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This is a surreal essential type of criminal.
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This is a surreal essential type of criminal.
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Value members here is your package in a manner that often perpetuates stereotypes.
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This reductive view of Chicanos can only lead to further some of the settings of contemporary Chicano-Chicana identities.
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Look at my dog, too.
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And then just the summary made me cry, so I'm really scared.
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You better use that shot.
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I liked it.
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I'm in an Islamic society.
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I know, Chloe filmed that.
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It's so cute.
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Why don't you find the cool section?
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It was on the side.
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Wait, wait, wait.
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But I need to show you something.
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This square on here right now.
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The Muslim section, which is literally totally this big.
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But I ran to found her.
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No, I just flipped.
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That's pretty good.
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Yeah.
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Not feeling these as much.
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No, girl.
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Yeah.
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Stick with the others.
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Yeah.
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That's cute.
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Is that a top?
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I like it.
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It's very bright.
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I do like it with summer.
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Yeah, it's a summer move.
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I think those shorts are really good.
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I like this hat a lot.
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Can you guys do?
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Yes.
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Is the bill, like, stupid?
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No. The bill's not stupid.
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No, I love it.
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It's cute.
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Diva.
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Yeah.
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Okay.
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Wow.
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Wow, you're surrounded by desert, Chloe.
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And you can like rock her like...
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It's like a mountain of Instagram.
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Like we said.
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We're on Mars.
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What are most about him is the sincerity of self-stating.
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What are you not enjoying this?
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No, I am.
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She's just lost.
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Yeah, okay.
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Yeah, I'm kind of lost too.
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I think they're just having a...
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He's trying to convince man to be on the space program.
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It's made by Keo, one of the principal water...
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What is that? Where?
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Antelope? Where?
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Antelope? Where?
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Oh!
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Oh!
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Oh!
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Switch case from when I was 16.
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I'm just going to show you this side because the other side is a little older than the jacks.
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Oh shit.
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There's two of them.
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Yeah.
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Oh, it's a gunfight.
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Oh, yeah, I see that.
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I'm sorry.
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Thank you.
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The so
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The End
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No, that's not it guys, that's not it.
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It's all the way down the hallway.
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Wow!
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I'm gonna go.
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We go!
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I think
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this works.
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Yeah.
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I tried.
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I tried.
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I'm sorry.
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Oh, hot.
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Oh.
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It's cold.
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It is.
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Look, they're all flocking towards me.
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What?
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Hi, guys.
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Yeah.
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Oh.
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No, they're just coming towards me.
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That looks like an algae eater.
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Oh.
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Oh There's
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a term.
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Yeah, you're doing it.
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He's going.
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It's the redneck ones.
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I used to have to do it once.
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No way.
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Yeah.
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Barbara and Jenna.
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Thank you.
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Thank you.
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Thank you.
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Thank you.
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Thank you.

Why Practice Speaking with This Video?

This video titled "Renewed by the Desert" offers a unique opportunity to engage with real conversational English that is both dynamic and relatable. The context features casual dialogue between friends discussing their experiences, which provides insight into everyday communication. By practicing with this video, English learners can improve fluency and comprehension through the shadowing technique. This method involves listening closely and mimicking the speakers, allowing you to grasp not only the words but also the natural rhythm and intonation of native speakers.

Additionally, engaging with lively conversations like these prepares you for real-life interactions in social settings, making it an excellent resource for IELTS speaking practice. You'll become more comfortable with common expressions and vocabulary used in informal contexts, enhancing your overall speaking ability.

Grammar & Expressions in Context

  • “It’s dry.” – This phrase is straightforward but illustrates how native speakers often use simple descriptions to communicate more complex ideas about their environment. Understanding the context behind such statements can enhance your expressive capabilities.
  • “I didn’t tell you this.” – This introductory phrase is commonly used to build a sense of intimacy and share personal insights. It’s a great structure to practice when you want to initiate a deeper conversation.
  • “You better use that shot.” – This construction uses casual slang to convey urgency or importance. Recognizing and using this type of expression can help you sound more natural and in tune with contemporary dialogue.
  • “Look at this.” – The usage of direct commands here not only directs attention but is also a practical way to engage listeners during a conversation. Remembering to use such phrases while speaking will make you more engaging.

Common Pronunciation Traps

Throughout the video, several pronunciation nuances can challenge learners:

  • “Dry heat” – The vowel sounds in “dry” and “heat” can be tricky. Practice emphasizing the diphthongs, and pay attention to how the speakers blend these words into their sentences.
  • “Surreal” – This adjective features a complex vowel sound that might differ from your native tongue. Try using a shadowing app to practice this word within its conversational context for better retention.
  • “Chicano-Chicana” – The dual forms might be unfamiliar, but it highlights the importance of cultural identity in language. Ensure to practice repeating these terms to master their pronunciation.

By focusing on these critical aspects of speaking, you can improve your English fluency and confidence. Utilize the shadow speak method regularly to embed these phrases and pronunciation structures effectively into your speech, paving the way for deeper conversations and successful communication.

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.