Shadowing Practice: SHADOWING English for Speaking Practice - Learn English Speaking with Video

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all right are you ready to work out your English  speaking muscles let's do this we're going to do some speaking practice shadowing English working  on your flow your flow of English speaking all
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right just I'm going to say this over and over I  want you to try and say it with me jump in match my Pace match my pronunciation here we go despite  the increased complaints our current times are
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better than we realize despite The increased  complaints our current times are better than we realize despite the increased complaints our  current times are better than we realize all
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right did you catch that flow here we go with the  next sentence poor people today live better than wealthy people did 100 years ago poor people  today live better than wealthy people did 100
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years ago poor people today live better than  wealthy people did 100 years ago poor people today
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live better than wealthy people did 100 years  ago is that true maybe with modern technology
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like microwav and refrigerators okay stop there  say those two words microwave waves there's an S there cuz there's multiple microwaves  microwaves and refrigerators refrigerators
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refrigerators we have access to a  variety of food options and can keep
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our food fresh for longer yeah that's  true okay Shadow it with me here we go
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with modern technology like microwaves and  refrigerators we have access to a variety of food options and can keep our food fresh for longer  again with modern technology like microwaves and
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refrigerators we have access to a variety of food  options and can keep our food fresh for longer
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for for longer for longer for longer all right  one more time here we go with modern technology like microwaves and refrigerators we have access  to a variety of food options and can keep our
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food fresh for longer yeah the internet has made  communication with friends and family easier and
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provides us with endless entertainment we have  so much entertainment at our fingertips right
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let's say it together here we go the internet  has made communication with friends and family easier and provides us with endless entertainment  the internet has made communication with friends
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and family family easier and provides us with  endless entertainment okay last one here we go the internet has made communication with friends  and family easier and provides us with endless
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entertainment by changing your mindset  you could say that we live better than
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King kings and queens of old of Old of olden  times of the past we live better than kings
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and queens Queens Queens I need to say it right  Queens of old all right here we go Shadow Me by
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changing your mindset you could say that we  live better than kings and queens of old old by changing your mindset you could say that  we live better than kings and queens of old
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by changing your mindset you could say that  we live better than kings and queens of old all right that's it boom now we're going to do  it again real quick real quick say it with me
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shadow me try to say it smooth clear it's not  easy I know stick with me here we go despite
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the increased complaints our current times  are better than we realize poor people today live better than wealthy people did 100 years  ago with modern technology like microwaves and
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refrigerators we have access to a variety of food  options and can keep our food fresh for longer the internet has made communication with friends  and family easier and provides us with endless
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entertainment by changing your mindset you could  say that we live better than kings and queens of old good workout way to go keep moving forward one  step at a time that was step 37 on our 10,000 step
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Journey get all the steps at englishcoachchad.com  and I will see you in the next step

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What You'll Practice in This Shadowing Session

Ready to flex your English speaking muscles? This video guides you through a dynamic shadowing technique to boost your flow and pronunciation. You’ll mimic natural dialogue that compares modern life to the past, exploring how technology and mindset shape our experiences. By the end, you’ll have practiced smooth, conversational phrases that feel real—not just memorized. It’s a great way to learn English with YouTube while building confidence in your speaking.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases to Notice

  • Flow: The natural rhythm of spoken English, which the video emphasizes matching.
  • Despite the increased complaints: A useful structure for introducing a contrast.
  • Microwaves and refrigerators: Everyday tech terms with subtle pronunciation focus (note the "s" in "microwaves").
  • Endless entertainment: A common phrase to describe modern media access.
  • Kings and queens of old: A vivid way to refer to historical figures, with a focus on clear "queens" pronunciation.

Tips for Mastering the Shadowing Practice

Shadowing—also called shadowspeak—works best when you match the speaker’s pace and tone. Here’s how to make the most of this session: Don’t rush. The video repeats phrases to help you catch the flow, so focus on blending in, not just repeating. Notice how "for longer" or "of old" are stressed—these small details make your speech sound natural. If a phrase feels tricky (like "variety of food options"), pause and replay it. Remember, English speaking practice is about progress, not perfection. Keep at it, and soon you’ll find yourself speaking more smoothly, just like the dialogue in the video.

Grammar in this video

The structures the speaker uses most, with the exact words from the video:

StructureIn the video
Present perfect have/has + past participle — a past action that still matters nowhas made
Comparatives -er than / more … than — comparing two thingsbetter than
Verb + -ing enjoy, keep, stop… + -ing — verbs that are followed by the -ing formpractice shadowing · keep moving
Future with “going to” be going to + verb — a plan or something you can see comingwe're going to do · I'm going to say

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.

Shadowing technique: read the full step-by-step guide →