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Welcome back to our English Shadowing Practice.
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Today, we're going to talk about a very common topic, your hobbies.
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This is something you can use in daily conversations, job interviews, and when meeting new people.
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Listen carefully, repeat after me, and try to speak with confidence.
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Let's begin.
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Step 1.
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First, just listen, focus on the pronunciation and rhythm.
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In my free time, I usually like to do things that help me relax and clear my mind.
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One of my favorite hobbies is going for a walk, especially in the evening when it's quiet.
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I also enjoy watching movies because it helps me take a break from my daily routine.
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Sometimes, I spend time reading books that are both interesting and easy to follow.
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On weekends, I try to do something a little different, like visiting a new cafe or park.
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Recently, I've been trying to spend less time on my phone and focus more on my hobbies.
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I think having a hobby is important, because it helps reduce stress and improves your mood.
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I'm not an expert at any of these, but I enjoy the process and keep doing them regularly.
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In the future, I'd like to try new hobbies, such as learning how to cook or play an instrument.
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Overall, my hobbies may be simple, but they help me feel more balanced and happy.
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Step 2.
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Now repeat after me.
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I will read each sentence twice.
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So you can repeat it both times.
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In my free time, I usually like to do things that help me relax and clear my mind.
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In my free time, I usually like to do things that help me relax and clear my mind.
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One of my favorite hobbies is going for a walk, especially in the evening when it's quiet.
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One of my favorite hobbies is going for a walk, especially in the evening when it's quiet.
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I also enjoy watching movies because it helps me take a break from my daily routine.
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I also enjoy watching movies because it helps me take a break from my daily routine.
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Sometimes, I spend time reading books that are both interesting and easy to follow.
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Sometimes, I spend time reading books that are both interesting and easy to follow.
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On weekends, I try to do something a little different, like visiting a new cafe or park.
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On weekends, I try to do something a little different, like visiting a new cafe or park.
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Recently, I've been trying to spend less time on my phone and focus more on my hobbies Recently,
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I've been trying to spend less time on my phone down, and focus more on my hobbies.
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I think having a hobby is important, because it helps reduce stress and improves your mood.
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I think having a hobby is important because it helps reduce stress and improves your mood.
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I'm not an expert at any of these, but I enjoy the process and keep doing them regularly.
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In the future, I'd like to try new hobbies, such as learning how to cook or play an instrument.
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In the future, I'd like to try new hobbies, such as learning how to cook or play an instrument.
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Overall, my hobbies may be simple, but they help me feel more balanced and happy.
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Step 3 Finally, listen again and try to speak along with the sentences.
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In my free time, I usually like to do things that help me relax and clear my mind.
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One of my favorite hobbies is going for a walk, especially in the evening when it's quiet it.
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I also enjoy watching movies because it helps me take a break from my daily routine.
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Sometimes I spend time reading books that are both interesting and easy to follow.
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On weekends, I try to do something a little different, like visiting a new cafe or park.
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Recently, I've been trying to spend less time on my phone and focus more on my hobbies.
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I think having a hobby is important because it helps reduce stress and improves your mood.
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I'm not an expert at any of these, but I enjoy the process and keep doing them regularly.
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In the future, I'd like to try new hobbies, such as learning how to cook or play an instrument.
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Overall, my hobbies may be simple, but they help me feel more balanced and happy.
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Great job practicing today!
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Try listening again and repeat the sentences out loud.
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The more you practice, the more natural your English will become.
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See you in the next episode!

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Why Talking About Hobbies Matters in English

Hobbies are a universal conversation starter—whether you’re chatting with a new friend, prepping for a job interview, or just passing time. The video’s dialogue shows how to share your hobbies naturally, focusing on relaxation, routine, and growth. It’s a perfect example of how simple, relatable language can make you sound confident and approachable.

Top 5 Phrases to Sound Like a Native

  • "help me relax and clear my mind" – A great way to explain why a hobby matters.
  • "take a break from my daily routine" – Useful for describing how hobbies add variety.
  • "spend less time on my phone" – A modern, relatable detail that makes your speech feel real.
  • "enjoy the process and keep doing them regularly" – Emphasizes passion over skill, which is easy to connect with.
  • "feel more balanced and happy" – A strong closing line that wraps up your thoughts neatly.

How to Master Shadowing with This Video

Shadowing—repeating speech in real time—is a powerful way to improve English pronunciation and rhythm. Here’s how to use the video effectively:

Step 1: Listen Closely

First, just listen. Focus on the speaker’s pace, where they pause, and how they stress words (like "relax" or "balanced"). Notice how short phrases flow together—this is key to sounding natural.

Step 2: Repeat, Repeat, Repeat

The video guides you to repeat each sentence twice. Don’t rush—match the speaker’s tone and volume. If you stumble, rewind. Tools like a shadowing app or shadowing site can help you practice on the go, but even repeating aloud with the video works wonders.

Step 3: Speak Along

Finally, try speaking at the same time as the speaker. This trains your brain to think and speak in English simultaneously. Over time, you’ll notice your pronunciation improving and your speech feeling more fluent—no more "translating" in your head!

Whether you use a shadow speak tool or just the video, consistency is key. Hobbies are a fun topic, so let that enthusiasm shine through as you practice. Before long, you’ll be sharing your own hobby stories with confidence!

Grammar in this video

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

StructureIn the video
Present perfect continuous have/has been + -ing — an action that started earlier and is still going onI've been trying
Verb + -ing enjoy, keep, stop… + -ing — verbs that are followed by the -ing formenjoy watching
Possibility with “might / may” might/may + verb — something that is possible but not certainmay be
Present continuous am/is/are + -ing — something happening right now or around nowis going

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 →