Shadowing Practice: Speaking part 1 day 1 - Learn English Speaking with Video
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This is Day 1 of Improve Your IELTS Speaking in 30 Days.
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In this series, you'll practice IELTS speaking through mock tests, shadowing practice, and vocabulary review.
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First, listen to the sample answers.
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Then, complete the shadowing practice.
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Finally, we'll review some useful vocabulary and expressions from today's practice.
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When you finish, try to answer the questions on your own.
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The more you practice speaking, the more confident you'll become.
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Let's get started. Where is your hometown?
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My hometown is a medium-sized city in the western part of my country.
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It's known for its friendly atmosphere, local markets, and beautiful rivers.
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I've lived there for most of my life, so it feels very familiar and comfortable to me.
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What do you like most about living there?
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What I like most is the sense of community.
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People are generally friendly and willing to help each other.
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I also enjoy the slower pace of life compared to larger cities, which makes it less stressful and more enjoyable to live there.
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How has your hometown changed in recent years?
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It has changed quite a lot.
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There are more shopping centers, restaurants, and modern buildings than before.
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Public facilities have also improved, especially transportation and recreational areas.
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Although the city has become busier, I think these changes have made life more convenient for residents.
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Would you recommend your hometown to tourists?
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Yes, definitely.
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It may not be as famous as some major tourist destinations, but it offers visitors an authentic local experience.
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Tourists can enjoy traditional food, learn about the local culture, and explore beautiful natural attractions nearby. Do you enjoy reading?
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Yes, I do.
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Reading is one of my favorite hobbies because it helps me relax and learn new things at the same time.
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I usually read for about 30 minutes before going to bed.
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What kind of books do you usually read?
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I mostly read non-fiction books, especially those related to personal development, psychology, and education.
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However, I also enjoy reading novels occasionally when I want something more entertaining and imaginative.
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Do you prefer physical books or e-books?
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I prefer physical books because I enjoy the feeling of holding a book and turning the pages.
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It helps me focus better and reduces distractions.
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That said, e-books are very convenient when I'm traveling because I can carry many books on a single device.
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What do you usually do on weekends?
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On weekends, I usually spend time with my family
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and catch up on activities that I don't have time for during the week.
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I often exercise, watch movies, read books, and sometimes meet friends for coffee.
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Do you prefer busy or relaxing weekends?
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I prefer relaxing weekends.
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After a busy week of work or study, I like to slow down and recharge my energy.
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However, I still enjoy doing a few productive activities so that I don't feel like I've wasted my time.
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How have your weekends changed compared to the past?
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In the past, I spent most of my weekends hanging out with friends and participating in outdoor activities.
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Nowadays, I tend to focus more on personal goals, such as learning new skills, exercising, and spending quality time with my family.
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I think my weekends have become more balanced and meaningful as I've gotten older.
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Now it's time for the shadowing practice.
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Listen carefully and repeat each answer after the pause.
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Try to copy my pronunciation, rhythm, and intonation as closely as possible.
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If you need more time, feel free to pause the video.
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Let's begin.
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My hometown is a medium-sized city in the western part of my country.
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It's known for its friendly atmosphere,
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local markets, and beautiful rivers.
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I've lived there for most of my life so it feels very familiar and comfortable to me.
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I've lived there for most of my life so it feels very familiar and comfortable to me.
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Great job!
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Now, let's try shadowing the full answer.
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My hometown is a medium-sized city in the western part of my country.
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It's known for its friendly atmosphere, local markets, and beautiful rivers.
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I've lived there for most of my life, so it feels very familiar and comfortable to me.
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My hometown is a medium-sized city in the western part of my country.
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It's known for its friendly atmosphere, local markets, and beautiful rivers.
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I've lived there for most of my life, so it feels very familiar and comfortable to me.
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My hometown is a medium-sized city in the western part of my country.
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It's known for its friendly atmosphere, local markets, and beautiful rivers.
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I've lived there for most of my life, so it feels very familiar and comfortable to me.
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What I like most is the sense of community.
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People are generally friendly and willing to help each other.
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I also enjoy the slower pace of life compared to larger cities, which makes it less stressful and more enjoyable to live there.
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I also enjoy the slower pace of life compared to larger cities, which makes it less stressful and more enjoyable to live there.
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I also enjoy the slower pace of life compared to larger cities, which makes it less stressful and more enjoyable to live there.
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Great job!
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Now, let's try shadowing the full answer.
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What I like most is the sense of community.
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People are generally friendly and willing to help each other.
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I also enjoy the slower pace of life compared to larger cities, which makes it less stressful and more enjoyable to live there.
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What I like most is the sense of community.
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People are generally friendly and willing to help each other.
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I also enjoy the slower pace of life compared to larger cities, which makes it less stressful and more enjoyable to live there.
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What I like most is the sense of community.
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People are generally friendly and willing to help each other.
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I also enjoy the slower pace of life compared to larger cities, which makes it less stressful and more enjoyable to live there.
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It has changed quite a lot.
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It has changed quite a lot.
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It has changed quite a lot.
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There are more shopping centers, restaurants and modern buildings than before.
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Public facilities have also improved, especially transportation and recreational areas.
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Public facilities have also improved, especially transportation and recreational areas.
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Public facilities have also improved, especially transportation and recreational areas.
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Although the city has become busier, I think these changes have made life more convenient for residents.
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Although the city has become busier, I think these changes have made life more convenient for residents.
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Although the city has become busier, I think these changes have made life more convenient for residents.
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Great job!
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Now, let's try shadowing the full answer.
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It has changed quite a lot.
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There are more shopping centers, restaurants, and modern buildings than before.
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Public facilities have also improved, especially transportation and recreational areas.
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Although the city has become busier, I think these changes have made life more convenient for residents.
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It has changed quite a lot.
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There are more shopping centers, restaurants, and modern buildings than before.
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Public facilities have also improved, especially transportation and recreational areas.
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Although the city has become busier, I think these changes have made life more convenient for residents.
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It has changed quite a lot.
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There are more shopping centers, restaurants, and modern buildings than before.
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Public facilities have also improved, especially transportation and recreational areas.
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Although the city has become busier, I think these changes have made life more convenient for residents.
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Yes, definitely.
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It may not be as famous as some major tourist destinations, but it offers visitors an authentic local experience.
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Yes, definitely.
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It may not be as famous as some major tourist destinations, but it offers visitors an authentic local experience.
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Yes, definitely.
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It may not be as famous as some major tourist destinations, but it offers visitors an authentic local experience.
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Tourists can enjoy traditional food, learn about the local culture, and explore beautiful natural attractions nearby.
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About This Lesson
You're practicing English with "Speaking part 1 day 1" using the Shadowing technique — a method originally developed for professional interpreter training.
Focus on sounding like the speaker — not just repeating words. With 15–30 minutes of daily practice, you'll build real-world speaking confidence.
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.