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Welcome to a new series on shadowing English learners.
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This series is all about workplace English shadowing.
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Get ready to improve your English skills.
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Welcome to day six of our workplace English shadowing series.
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Yesterday, we practiced basic phone skills.
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Today, we We learn something very important for every learner.
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Speak when you don't understand.
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This happens to everyone.
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Someone talks fast, you miss a word, your mind goes blank.
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It's okay.
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Today, you will learn simple, polite sentences to say when you don't understand,
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so you never feel stuck or silent again.
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Just like the four, today we will learn a few new simple words,
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practice speaking with the shadowing method, say clear, useful sentences out loud together.
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Before we start, if you want to keep this habit going with me,
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write yes in the comments below are you ready let's start
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day six please subscribe to our channel for more content don't forget to comment below with your thoughts and questions
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and be sure to check out related videos in the description
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for more in -depth information let's learn some new words for when you don't understand.
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I will say the word, then a simple meaning, then an example.
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Repeat after me.
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Word one.
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Slower.
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Slower means not fast, less quick.
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Example.
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Can you speak slower?
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Repeat, can you speak slower?
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Word two, confused.
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Confused means not clear in your mind.
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Example, I am a little confused.
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Repeat, I am a little confused.
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Word 3.
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Word -for -word.
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Word -for -word means exactly one word at a time.
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Example.
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Can you say it word -for -word?
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Repeat.
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Can you say it word -for -word?
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Word four, mean.
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Mean means to have a meaning.
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Example, what does this word mean?
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Repeat, what does this word mean?
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Word five, rephrase.
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Rephrase means to say something again in a different way.
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Example Can you rephrase that?
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Repeat Can you rephrase that?
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Word six Follow Follow means to understand what someone says.
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Example I didn't follow that.
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Repeat I didn't follow that.
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Word seven Write it down.
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Write it down means to put words on paper so you can read them.
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Example Can you write it down for me?
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Repeat Can you write it down for me?
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Word 8.
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Make sense.
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Make sense means to be clear and easy to understand.
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Now it makes sense.
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Repeat.
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Now it makes sense.
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Great job!
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Now let's use these words in real sentences.
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Now, let's start our shadowing practice Listen,
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then repeat out loud after each sentence Sentence 1.
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I don't understand.
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I don't understand.
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Sentence 2.
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Can you speak slower?
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Can you speak slower?
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Sentence three, I am a little confused, I am a little confused.
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Sentence four, what does this mean, what does this mean?
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Sentence five.
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Can you repeat that?
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Can you repeat that?
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You're doing great.
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Keep going.
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Sentence six.
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I didn't follow that.
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I didn't follow that.
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Sentence 7 Can you write it down?
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Sentence 8 Sorry, one more time, please.
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Sorry, one more time, please.
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Sentence nine.
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Now it makes sense.
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Now it makes sense.
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Sentence ten.
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Thank you for explaining.
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Thank you for explaining.
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Wonderful.
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Set one is complete.
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Ten simple sentences for when you don't understand.
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Now let's make our sentences a little longer.
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Let's go.
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Sentence 11.
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I'm sorry, I don't understand.
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Could you say that again?
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I'm sorry, I don't understand.
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Could you say that again?
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Sentence 12.
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Could you please speak a little slower?
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I want to understand you clearly.
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Could you please speak a little slower?
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I want to understand you clearly.
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Sentence 13, I'm a bit confused about this part, can you explain it again?
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Sentence 14.
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What does this word mean?
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I haven't heard it before.
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What does this word mean?
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I haven't heard it before.
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Sentence 15.
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Could you rephrase that in a simpler way, please?
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Please?
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Could you rephrase that in a simpler way, please?
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You're speaking so well.
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Let's keep going.
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Sentence 16.
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I'm sorry, I didn't quite follow.
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Can you explain it step by step?
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I'm sorry, I didn't quite follow.
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Can you explain it step by step?
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Sentence 17.
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Would you mind writing that down so I can read it?
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Would you mind writing that down so I can read it?
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sentence 18 sorry to ask again but could you say that one more time
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sorry to ask again but could you say that one more time Sentence 19,
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okay, now it makes sense, thank you for your patience.
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Okay, now it makes sense, thank you for your patience.
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I appreciate you explaining that clearly for me.
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I appreciate you explaining that clearly for me.
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Excellent work.
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Let's move to our final set.
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This last set is special.
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These are calm, confident sentences you can use in any meeting or conversation.
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Say them clearly.
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Sentence 21.
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I'm sorry to interrupt, but I didn't fully understand that.
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Could you explain again?
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I'm sorry to interrupt, but I didn't fully understand that.
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Could you explain again?
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Sentence twenty -two.
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Would it be possible to speak a little slower?
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I want to make sure I understand.
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Would it be possible to speak a little slower?
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I want to make sure I understand.
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Sentence twenty -three.
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I just want to double -check that I understood correctly.
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Can you confirm?
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I just want to double -check that I understood correctly.
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Can you confirm?
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Sentence 24 Could you rephrase that?
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I think a simpler explanation would help me.
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Could you rephrase that?
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I think a simpler explanation would help me.
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Sentence 25.
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It's okay to ask questions.
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I always ask when something isn't clear.
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It's okay to ask questions.
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I always ask when something isn't clear.
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Feel the confidence in these words.
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Keep going.
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You're almost there.
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Sentence 26.
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Thank you for being patient while I understand this fully.
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Thank you for being patient while I understand this fully.
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Sentence 27.
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I don't understand everything yet, but I am learning step by step.
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I don't understand everything yet, but I am learning step by step.
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Asking what does this mean is not a weakness.
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It helps me grow.
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Asking what does this mean is not a weakness.
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It helps me grow.
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Sentence 29.
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Now everything makes sense.
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Thank you for taking the time to explain.
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Now everything makes sense.
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Thank you for taking the time to explain.
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Sentence 30.
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I'm not afraid to say, I don't understand.
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That's how I learn best.
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I'm not afraid to say, I don't understand.
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That's how I learn best.
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Wow, you just said 30 confident sentences for when you don't understand.
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Amazing job!
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Now, let's practice a short, real -life workplace conversation.
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Listen first, then repeat both parts.
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So we need to update the client database by Friday.
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Sorry could you say that a bit slower?
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I didn't quite follow.
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Sure, we need to update the client database by Friday.
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Okay, now it makes sense.
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Thank you for explaining.
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No problem, just ask any time you're not sure.
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I really appreciate that.
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Great job!
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Now try to see this whole conversation one more time, from the start, without stopping.
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Let's review the new words we learned today.
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Slower, confused, word for word,
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mean, mean, rephrase, follow, write it down, make sense.
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Can you make one new sentence with each word?
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Pause the video and try it now.
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Great work today!
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Let's remember what we did.
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You learned eight new useful words.
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You answered simple questions about not understanding.
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You spoke 30 sentences out loud.
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You practiced a real workplace conversation.
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Remember, not understanding is normal.
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Everyone feels confused sometimes, even native speakers.
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What matters is that you speak up, ask questions, and keep learning.
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If you are building this habit with me, write, I will finish day six in the comments below.
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Tomorrow is day seven, and our topic will be asking for sick leave.
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This is another useful skill for real work life.
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So come back tomorrow, and let's keep practicing together.
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See you tomorrow, English learners.
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Great job today.
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Thank you so much for watching.
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Vocabulary and speaking notes for this lesson
This speaking lesson is built on the video “Speak English At Work”. The speaker keeps coming back to these words: sentence, word, repeat, slower, sense. This video has 216 sentences and 1341 words to shadow. The speech runs for 18:29. The speaker talks slowly, about 73 words per minute, so there is time to copy every sound. 86% of the words are among the 3,000 most common in English; the rest is worth studying before you start. 40 of its 216 sentences are questions, so it is good practice for question intonation and short answers.
Key vocabulary in this video
15 words from the video worth learning, with pronunciation and meaning:
| Word | Pronunciation | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| confused adjective | /kənˈfjuːzd/ | unable to think clearly or understand |
| shadow noun | /ˈʃædəʊ̯/ | A dark image projected onto a surface where light (or other radiation) is blocked by the shade of an object. |
| workplace noun | /ˈwɝkˌpleɪs/ | The place where someone works. |
| skill noun | /skɪl/ | A capacity to do something well; a technique, an ability, usually acquired or learned, as opposed to abilities that are regarded as innate. |
| explanation noun | /ˌɛkspləˈneɪʃən/ | The act or process of explaining. |
| confirm verb | /kənˈfɝm/ | To strengthen; to make firm or resolute. |
| database noun | /ˈdeɪtəˌbeɪs/ | A collection of (usually) organized information in a regular structure, usually but not necessarily in a machine-readable format accessible by a computer. |
| habit noun | /ˈhæb.ɪt/ | An action performed on a regular basis. |
| correctly adverb | /kəˈɹɛk(t).li/ | In a correct manner. |
| patience noun | /ˈpeɪ̯.ʃəns/ | The quality of being patient. |
| weakness noun | /ˈwik.nɪs/ | The condition of being weak. |
| subscribe verb | /səbˈskɹaɪb/ | To write (one’s name) at the bottom of a document; to sign (one's name). |
| interrupt verb | /ˌɪntəˈɹʌpt/ | To disturb or halt (an ongoing process or action, or the person performing it) by interfering suddenly, especially by speaking. |
| topic noun | /ˈtɑpɪk/ | A subject; a theme; a category or general area of interest. |
| silent adjective | /ˈsaɪ̯lənt/ | Free from sound or noise; absolutely still; perfectly quiet. |
Phrasal verbs you will hear
| Word | Pronunciation | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| check out verb | To record the departure or withdrawal of someone or something (such as guests, employees, books, etc.). | |
| come back verb | To return to a place. | |
| speak up verb | /ˌspik ˈʌp/ | To talk more loudly or clearly. |
Sentences worth repeating
Short, complete lines from the video that you can reuse in everyday conversation:
- Repeat, can you speak slower?
- Can you say it word -for -word?
- Could you say that again?
- Could you please speak a little slower?
- Could you rephrase that in a simpler way, please?
Grammar in this video
The structures the speaker uses most, with the exact words from the video:
| Structure | In the video |
|---|---|
| Present perfect have/has + past participle — a past action that still matters now | haven't heard |
| Verb + -ing enjoy, keep, stop… + -ing — verbs that are followed by the -ing form | practice speaking · Keep going · mind writing |
| Future with “will” will + verb — a decision, promise or prediction | will learn · will say · will finish |
| Present continuous am/is/are + -ing — something happening right now or around now | You're doing · You're speaking · am learning |
Pronunciation to watch
The speaker uses 40 contractions and reduced forms, such as don't, didn't, I'm. Say them the short way, as you hear them.
- The “sh” and “zh” sounds: shadow /ˈʃædəʊ̯/, explanation /ˌɛkspləˈneɪʃən/, patience /ˈpeɪ̯.ʃəns/
How to practise with this video
- Listen to the whole video once without speaking and note the words you do not know.
- Shadow it sentence by sentence at normal speed, repeating each one until your rhythm matches the speaker.
- Record yourself and compare with the original, paying attention to words like confused, shadow, workplace.
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.