Shadowing Practice: She’s Out of my League: Low self-esteem (HD CLIP) - Learn English Speaking with YouTube

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You think I'm too perfect?
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You think I'm too perfect?
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So you were hoping there was something wrong with me so you could be with me.
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Look at the evidence, Molly.
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I'm unattractive.
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I'm out of shape.
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I'm uncoordinated.
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I've never been to Europe.
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I'm not a college graduate.
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I drive a neon.
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I like your neon.
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Oh, come on.
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Molly, look at me.
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I'm a five.
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This.. this is a five.
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Hard five.
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You can't jump more than two points.
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It's the dab of love.
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Everybody knows that.
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Even if you were nine and I was in a band.
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But no, you're a hard ten.
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What are you talking about?
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Do you even know how hot you are?
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No, you probably think that everybody gets free everywhere they go.
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And everybody's happy and nice to each other and shiny,
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happy, hot town with you and all your hot friends and ex-boyfriends,
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but I hate to break it to you,
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it's not the same for the rest of us.
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Okay, Kirk.
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You clearly have some major self-esteem issues.
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You lied about me to your parents right in front of me.
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No, I didn't!
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Kirk's in aviation?
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That's like saying the guy who shovels elephant s*** at the circus isn't show business.
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No, he's just the elephant s*** guy.
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That's me, I'm that guy.
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I'm never going to be a pilot.
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And I'm happy with that.
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And I'm fine with that, too.
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And I was fine with you up until about three minutes ago.
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I'm so glad that you were fine with me.
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You know what, Kirk?
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Maybe you're right.
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Maybe you are five.
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You know why?
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No self-esteem.
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Deductive point.
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Every time someone walks into a room,
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you compare yourself to them.
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Deductive point.
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You're a smart and talented guy who's afraid to do anything with it.
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Deductive point.
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Um, how are we doing?
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Oh, oh, yeah.
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Hoping that I have a defect that you can work with?
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Deduct whatever's left.
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I'm out of here.
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Web f***ing feet.
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Are you kidding me?
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Kirk!
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Hey, do me a favor.
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Tell Footlong I say hi.
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He's my ex-boyfriend, Kirk X.
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And do you even know why we broke up?
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Why, because you guys couldn't decide which one of you was hotter?
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No, because he behaved exactly like you're behaving right now.
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He couldn't handle it.
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He thought I was perfect.
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He had me on a pedestal that I couldn't possibly live up to.
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Oh, and one other little thing?
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He cheated on me.
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And so after that, I said to myself,
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I'm not gonna date guys like that anymore.
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But guys like that? So what?
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You were just...
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You were gonna date guys like me?
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Is that what you wanna hear,
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that I asked you out because I thought you were safe?
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Yeah, please, keep going.
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That I thought that a guy who looks like you wouldn't hurt me?
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Is that what you wanna hear, Kirk?
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Are you happy now?
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Yeah, I'm ecstatic.

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Why practice speaking with this video?

Using the clip from She's Out of My League offers a unique opportunity to enhance your English speaking skills through engaging dialogue. This scene highlights an emotional conversation between two characters, allowing you to explore not just vocabulary but also the subtleties of self-esteem and interpersonal dynamics. Practicing with this video can help you:

  • Understand and express complex emotions in English.
  • Improve your conversational skills by mimicking natural speech patterns.
  • Boost your confidence in speaking about personal topics, which is crucial for fluent communication.

As you learn English with YouTube, using scenes rich in dialogue allows you to implement what you learn through a method known as shadowspeak. This technique encourages you to repeat lines immediately after hearing them, improving your pronunciation and fluency.

Grammar & Expressions in Context

The dialogue between Kirk and Molly is packed with relatable expressions and grammatical structures that are vital for everyday conversations. Here are some key structures to note:

  • Comparative adjectives: Kirk uses phrases like "I'm a five" and "you're a hard ten". Understanding comparative adjectives is essential for describing people and things.
  • Present tense forms: The speakers frequently use present tense, as seen in "I'm never going to be a pilot." This tense is crucial for discussing current thoughts or states.
  • Negative constructions: Phrases such as "I don't think" and "you're right" are common in conversational English, especially when debating or expressing disagreement.

These structures not only give you insight into conversational English but also serve as a solid foundation for improving your own speaking skills when engaging in similar discussions.

Common Pronunciation Traps

While practicing with this video, pay attention to certain words and phrases that may pose pronunciation challenges. Here are some notable examples:

  • “Unattractive” - The syllables need to be clearly enunciated; many learners might blend them together.
  • “Coordinated” - Ensure you stress the correct syllable to avoid sounding awkward in conversation.
  • “Self-esteem” - This term frequently appears in discussions about emotions and is essential to pronounce accurately to enhance understanding.

Engaging in shadowspeak can help you master these tricky pronunciations as you listen and repeat the dialogue. Using a shadowing app or practicing with fellow learners can further reinforce these skills, making you more confident in your spoken English.

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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