Shadowing Practice: Sławek Gortych tropem bohaterów swojej najnowszej książki - Learn English Speaking with YouTube

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Hello, I'm Sławek Gortych.
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Hello, I'm Sławek Gortych.
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I would like to welcome you to a new episode of Karkonos.
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We are following my favorite book,
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The Karkonosian book, The Karkonosian book.
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And because it's not the end of the Karkonosian book,
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it's just the beginning of the Karkonosian book.
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Maybe I'll also meet you in the next book.
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You are Grażyna, what do you hear?
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When we saw you last night?
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20 kg ago, what?
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It's probably the most famous Karkonoski Schronisk Kotek here on the Halli Szrenickiej.
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So, we are at the Halli Szrenickiej at the bridge to the Shrenice at the bottom of the Shrenice
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at the bottom of the Shrenice
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at the bottom of the Shrenice very dark because it's a little bit of a place
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and it's just this Shrenice from the Owlce Skały the Shrenica,
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they are the characters of the saint Karkonoszy during the round of the parade.
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It is a very much an incredible ride in the criminal results.
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We are still by the way,
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by the way, by the way,
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by the way, the Shrenica,
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which is a tomb of the Marsten,
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which is a tomb of the Marsten,
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the city of Salem, so that the city looks at the whole the Karkonosian and the Kotlin Jeleniogorskie.
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This is one of the controls,
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where the participants are waiting for the ride to take a picture and document to see the schronisko on the street,
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then they move on the other road.
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And then it will happen.
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The sign that we just passed away,
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the red V with a little star,
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was a sign that was created in the 20th century.
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Then, at the time, the Polish side were Niemcy,
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the Czech side were Czesi.
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And that they didn't say sympathy for themselves,
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it was very delicately said.
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Czesi thought that on their side was Czesi,
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Niemcy thought that the gyr should be German,
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because on the czeskis side there are many Niemcy.
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The conflict was gigantic and the Czech artist came in the way that,
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to make a sense of Niemcy and Czechs and their race,
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he thought that he made a unit code in the form of red signs,
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which are symbolizing the most important important and the most important part of the Czesk Karkonos.
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They are called Czech Karkonos.
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And so that V is symbol of the Bołd,
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S is symbol of the Spindler Młyn,
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and the kół, to symbol of the Karkonos.
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And although the tradition is not enough,
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because there is no longer a German-Czesk conflict in Karkonos,
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so Czesi further these traditions.
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Ciekawostka.
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This is a herb of the Czech Republic,
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a in this is a red ordeel,
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a gold corp with a red on the red on the red on the red on the top.
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This is a herb of the Slosk,
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which is born from the Herald of the Slosk.
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Because the Slosk of the Slosk of the Slosk was a few hundred years ago,
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although it was not today,
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they still have their own old Lenno,
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they still have their own heritage in their country.
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They still have their own memory,
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that Slosk had to have the country,
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they were in the country.
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And this is the Czech motif,
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the Lef with a red red ring and a red ring is typical of Czechs.
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And it is today in the Polish Herbie Wrocławia,
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just to remember that Wrocław,
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Bratislav, Brzeclaw, Breslau, it was when it was a place that belonged to Czech.
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We need to be prepared for the weather,
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that people will see the weather and the Duch of Gór will have other plans for the day.
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We need to be prepared for the weather,
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although it is still a lot of snow,
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and the snow can't surprise them.
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Like the people who have been in the winter,
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they were invited to the Rai,
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I don't think that it is already a strong night and snow.
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We're in the middle of the journey,
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the epicentrum of the world,
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the secretive of the Karkonosian,
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the one that is found under the snow.
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The building was built even after the XIX century.
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For this building, the building is completely built in the granite,
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The Hrabia Szawgocz has been brought in the same Włoch.
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In the way of the chronicle,
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because tourists immediately knew if there are still any places in the night or not,
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there were noces of color lamp,
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because a tourist, who would have forgotten,
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would know if there is still a place in the chronicle.
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Now, first of all, is the Schnee's.
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If we look at the left from the Schnee's,
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to on the side of the góry,
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there is a very characteristic,
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a very interesting point, the Grupa Skalna Słonecznik,
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which was shrine that was called Princeheim-Lisbaude,
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which is the shrine of the king Henryk.
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The shrine was never in the beginning of the place,
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but more about the war and the war you can find out from the shrine that stopped exist,
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which is the first time of the Karkonosian series.
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And we have to get to the end of our journey,
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and also the place where they are the final scenes of the Karkonosian which is the Czarny Przełęcz.
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Here are the main slacks of Karkonosian,
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the black from Jagniątkowa and the black from Martinowa Bołda.
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The geography of this Przełęczy is very important for the entire criminal intrigue of the Karkonosian because here,
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at this Przełęczy, at the time,
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at the time, Last time,
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three tourists were seen in the event of the event of the Karkonos.
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Here comes to Maksymilian Rajczakowski,
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who will be looking for the tourists.
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Here are also the tourists who are looking for the tourists.
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But unfortunately, here comes to a person who has a very bad intention
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and will be able to use the knowledge of Karkonos.
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and will be able to use this knowledge as best as the people who never found themselves.
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If this intrigue will be told or not, I don't know.
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You must go to the Karkonosz or go to the adventure.
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See you on the streets,
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where the bohater of the Karkonosz were.
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Why practice speaking with this video?

In this episode, Sławek Gortych takes us on a captivating journey through the Karkonosze mountains, delving into the stories of local characters from his latest book. This real-world context provides an excellent opportunity for English learners to practice their speaking skills. By engaging with the material, you can enhance your vocabulary and grasp of idiomatic expressions related to nature, literature, and personal narratives.

Practicing speaking with this video will not only help you improve your English pronunciation but also give you insights into cultural references. This can aid in developing a more nuanced understanding of the language, making conversations feel more natural and fluid. Using techniques like shadow speech can further reinforce your learning as you mimic the speaker's intonation and rhythm.

Grammar & Expressions in Context

Throughout the transcript, Gortych employs various grammatical structures and expressive phrases that are worth noting. Here are a few key elements:

  • Descriptive language: Phrases like "incredible ride" and "dark place" highlight the sensory experiences associated with the Karkonosze mountains, helping learners express vivid imagery in their conversations.
  • Temporal references: He mentions "last night" and "20 kg ago," which are examples of how to discuss time and past events effectively. Integrating phrases that denote time can enrich your storytelling capabilities in English.
  • Complex sentences: Sentences such as "Because it’s not the end of the Karkonosian book, it’s just the beginning…" illustrate the use of conjunctions to connect ideas, an essential skill for creating nuanced and engaging dialogues.
  • Symbolism and meaning: The video highlights a "red V with a little star," showcasing how to convey meanings innovatively. Learning to embed symbolism in your language will enhance your descriptive capabilities.
  • Historical context: The reference to the "20th century" and the relationships between Germans and Czechs adds a layer of depth to the conversation. Understanding and using historical or cultural context can make your discussions richer and more informative.

Common Pronunciation Traps

English learners should pay attention to specific words and phrases that may cause pronunciation challenges. Here are a few to note from the video:

  • Karkonoszy: The name of the mountain range can be tricky; practice breaking it down: Kar-ko-no-shy.
  • Schronisko: This Polish term meaning "shelter" can confuse English speakers. Ensure that you emphasize the "sch" sound as in "ship."
  • Conflict and cultural terms: Terms like "Niemcy" (Germans) and "Czesi" (Czechs) may also need careful pronunciation. Remember the importance of syllable stress to convey meaning accurately.

Using a shadowing app can help you practice these tricky words, allowing you to improve your English pronunciation effectively. By continuously shadowing Gortych’s speaking style, you'll enhance your grasp of rhythm and intonation, making your speech more fluid and natural.

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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