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It was so strange, it was so emotional.
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Oh, it was so strange.
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It was so emotional.
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Oh, it was so strange.
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It was so emotional.
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Seeing Noma's performance.
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Seeing Noma's performance.
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Seeing Noma's performance.
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In a way that I had not anticipated at all.
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In a way that I had not anticipated at all.
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In a way that I had not anticipated at all.
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I went to the play like really just like, oh, you know, I went to the play like really just like,
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oh you know, I went to the play like really just like,
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oh, you know, This will be great.
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I'll be interested to see.
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This will be great.
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I'll be interested to see.
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This will be great.
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I'll be interested to see.
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And didn't even realise until she walked in the room.
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and didn't even realise until she walked in the room.
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and didn't even realise until she walked in the room.
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and just spontaneously just burst into tears.
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and just spontaneously just burst into tears.
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and just spontaneously burst into tears.
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It was such an emotional moment for me.
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It was such an emotional moment for me.
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It was such an emotional moment for me.
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I can't tell you, but it made me, it was such a relief.
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Because I think I'd played that character so intensely up until that point.
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Because I think I'd played that character so intensely up until that point.
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Because I think I'd played that character so intensely up until that point.
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To know that Hermione was going to be okay.
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To know that Hermione was going to be okay.
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To know that Hermione was going to be okay.
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I know that sounds crazy but like...
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- I know that sounds crazy, but like, I know that sounds crazy but like...
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To know that everything turned out alright To know that everything turned out alright,
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To know that everything turned out alright And everything in the world was okay.
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And everything in the world was okay.
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And everything in the world was okay.
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And that there was someone else carrying her on and carrying her forward and...
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And that there was someone else carrying her on and carrying her forward and
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And that there was someone else carrying her on and carrying her forward and...
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It was just such a relief.
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It was just such a relief.
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It was just such a relief.
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It made me so happy.
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It made me so happy.
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It made me so happy.
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Because otherwise, I don't know, playing someone that Because otherwise,
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I don't know, playing someone that Because otherwise,
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I don't know, playing someone that I mean, we get that little flash forward at the end of the last film.
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I mean, we get that little flash forward at the end of the last film, I mean, we get that little flash forward at the end of the last film,
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But playing someone that But playing someone that But playing someone that Kind of just get stuck in time at 20,
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20 years old, 19 years old.
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It's like...
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I kind of just get stuck in time at 20, 20 years old, 19 years old.
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It's like...
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I kind of just get stuck in time at 20, 20 years old, 19 years old.
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It's like...
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No, like I wanted her to have a future.
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No, like I wanted her to have a future.
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No, like I wanted her to have a future.
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Oh, it was so strange.
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It was so emotional seeing Noma's performance.
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in a way that I I had not anticipated at all.
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I went to the play like really just like, oh no, this will be great, I'll be interested to see.
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And didn't even realise until she walked in the room And just Spontaneous just burst into tears.
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It was such an emotional moment for me.
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I can't tell you but it made me it was such a relief
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and because I think I'd played that character so intensely up until that point
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to know that Hermione was going to be okay, I know it sounds crazy, but like to know that
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Everything turned out alright and
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everything in the world was okay and that there was someone else carrying her on and carrying her forward and
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It was just such a relief.
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It made me so happy.
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Because otherwise, I don't know, playing someone that...
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I mean, we get that little flash forward at the end of the last film.
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But playing someone that kind of just get stuck in time.
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20 20 years old, 19 years old is like...
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No, like I wanted her to have a future.

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Who Will Benefit from This Video?

If you’re an intermediate learner aiming to boost your english speaking practice with a natural, conversational flow, this video is perfect. It’s ideal for those who want to master the rhythm of British English or refine their shadowing skills—whether you’re prepping for real-world conversations or just love learning English with YouTube. Even advanced learners will find value in nailing the subtle emotional tones here.

Words & Idioms Worth Stealing

The dialogue is packed with everyday gems. “Spontaneously burst into tears” means to start crying suddenly—great for describing strong emotions. “Carrying her on and forward” is a warm way to say continuing someone’s legacy. And “Such a relief” is a must-use phrase for expressing comfort after stress. These phrases sound natural, not scripted—exactly what you want for real conversations.

How to Get the Accent Right

Emma Watson’s speech is a masterclass in soft British intonation. Focus on shadow speech techniques: pause the video, repeat her lines, and mimic the rise and fall of her voice. Notice how she shortens “I’ll” to a quick “I’l” and links “oh, you know” smoothly. Pay attention to words like “emotional”—she stresses the second syllable (“e-MO-tion-al”) and softens the “t” sound. For best results, use a shadowing site to slow down the audio, then gradually match her pace. This isn’t just about copying—it’s about feeling the rhythm so it becomes your own.

Ready to start? Hit play, follow along, and let the conversation guide you. With consistent practice, you’ll soon find your shadowspeak skills growing—one line at a time. Happy learning!

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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