Shadowing Practice: Slow English Listening for Beginners (A1-A2) - Introducing Myself 1/20 - Learn English Speaking with YouTube

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Hello and welcome to this slow English listening for beginners.
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Today's topic is introducing myself.
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You will listen to a short story about a woman.
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She will introduce herself and will give us personal information about her family and her life.
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After the story, I will ask you some questions to check on your understanding.
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Don't worry if you don't understand everything.
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Just focus on the key information.
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Are you ready?
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Let's begin.
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Hello, my name is Emily.
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I'm 40 years old and I live in a small town in the United States.
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I want to tell you a little bit about myself.
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I was born in New York City,
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but now I live in a town called Greenfield.
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It's very quiet here and I love it.
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The weather is nice and there are many parks and trees.
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I live in a small house with my husband tom
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and our two children lily and ben tom is 42 years old and he works in a big office in the city
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He is very busy, but he loves his job.
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Lily is nine years old and Ben is six.
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Lily loves to draw and Ben loves to play with his toys.
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I work as a nurse.
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I help people when they are sick or hurt.
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I work in a hospital in the city.
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My job is very important to me because I like to help people feel better.
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Sometimes it's a hard job,
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but I enjoyed it a lot.
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In my free time, I like to read books.
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My favorite books are about history and travel.
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I also enjoy cooking.
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I like cooking Italian food, especially pasta.
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On weekends, my family and I go for walks in the park.
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We also visit my parents,
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who live not far from us.
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I have two sisters, and we like to spend time together.
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I think it's important to take care of our health.
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I try to stay active by walking and eating healthy food.
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I feel very lucky because I have a nice family and a lot of friends.
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That's a little bit about me.
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Thank you for listening.
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Now, let's check your understanding.
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Answer these questions.
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What is the speaker's name?
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The speaker's name is Emily.
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How old is she?
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She is 40 years old where does she live now she lives in a small town called greenfield in the United States.
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How many children does Emily have?
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Emily has two children Lily and Ben.
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What is Emily's job?
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Emily works as a nurse in a hospital.
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What does Emily like to do in her free time?
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Emily enjoys reading books and spending time with her family.
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If you answered correctly to all these questions,
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you have done a very good job.
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Keep working and see you next time.
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Bye bye!

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Why practice speaking with this video?

This video is designed specifically for beginners at the A1-A2 level looking to improve their English speaking skills through engaging listening and speaking practice. By listening to a real-life introduction, you gain insight into how to structure personal introductions—a vital aspect of communication. This session not only allows you to hear the nuances of spoken English but also encourages you to repeat and shadow the speaker, a technique that helps with pronunciation and fluency. Moreover, sharing personal information in English builds confidence and can be incredibly beneficial during social interactions.

Grammar & Expressions in Context

In the video, several key structures are used that are essential for making introductions and providing personal information:

  • Personal pronouns: The use of "I," "my," and "we" is prevalent. This emphasizes ownership and personal connection, such as in "I live in a small town."
  • Present simple tense: The speaker frequently uses the present simple to describe routines and facts, like "I work as a nurse," which is useful for beginners to express daily activities.
  • Descriptive adjectives: The use of adjectives to describe the speaker’s life (e.g., "quiet", "small", "busy") adds detail and helps learners understand how to express their feelings about their surroundings.
  • Phrasal structures: Pphrases like "I think it's important to..." offer a great way to express opinions, which learners can incorporate when sharing their views.

Common Pronunciation Traps

While listening to Emily, pay attention to some words or phrases that may be tricky to pronounce:

  • Greenfield: The unique stress pattern in "Greenfield" could confuse beginners. Practice saying it slowly, breaking it down to "Green-field."
  • Italian: The pronunciation of "Italian" can be challenging; remember to emphasize the second syllable: "i-TAL-ian."
  • Busy: Some learners may skip the 'z' sound in "busy." Regularly practicing this word can help solidify your pronunciation.

Incorporating these pronunciation tips will enhance your overall clarity. Utilizing the shadow speak method with this video can greatly assist in refining your English speaking practice while building essential listening skills.

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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