Shadowing Practice: Stop Learning, Start Speaking: 90 Sentences to Master English (A1) - Learn English Speaking with Video

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Hello, hello!
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Welcome back to our learning adventure.
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I am so excited to share today's story with you.
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Let's learn, practice, and grow our English together.
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Let's go!
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Today is a beautiful day.
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Today is a beautiful day.
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I am going to the library.
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I am going to the library.
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Where is my library card?
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Oh, here it is!
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It is in my bag.
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I am ready to go.
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The sun is warm.
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I see a blue car.
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The trees are green.
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I am walking fast.
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I am walking fast.
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The library is near.
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The library is near.
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The door is open.
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The door is open.
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It is very quiet here.
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It is very quiet here.
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I see many books.
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I see many books.
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I love this place.
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I love this place.
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I need to find a book.
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I need to find a book.
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I search for the book.
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I search for the book.
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Where is the book.
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Where is the book?
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I ask a person.
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I ask a person.
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The person helps me.
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The person helps me.
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I find the book.
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I find the book.
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I open the book.
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I open the book.
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I read the words.
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I read the words.
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I learn new things.
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I learn new things.
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I am very happy.
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I am very happy.
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I go home now.
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I go home now.
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I am at home now.
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I sit in my chair.
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I think about my day.
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I write in my diary.
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I write in my diary.
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I am ready to sleep.
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I am ready to sleep.
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Lunar is bright.
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The moon is bright.
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I turn off the light.
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I turn off the light.
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I close my eyes.
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I have sweet dreams.
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I am ready for tomorrow.
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I am ready for tomorrow.
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The sun rises high.
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I hear the alarm clock.
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I drink some coffee.
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I start a new day.
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I start a new day.
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I am ready to learn.
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I am ready to learn.
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I check my schedule.
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I check my schedule.
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I want to learn more.
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I want to learn more.
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I plan a new trip.
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I call a good friend.
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We make fun plans.
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I meet my friend.
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We talk and drink coffee.
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We talk and drink coffee.
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We share new stories.
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We share new stories.
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We walk in the park.
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We walk in the park.
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It is a great day.
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It is a great day.
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I walk to the park.
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I walk to the park.
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I hear the birds sing.
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I hear the birds sing.
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The flowers are beautiful.
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The flowers are beautiful.
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I sit on the grass.
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I feel very calm.
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I study on my computer.
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I practice my writing.
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I search for information.
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I improve every day.
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I feel very confident.
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I draw a picture.
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I listen to soft music.
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I have good ideas.
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I have good ideas.
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I read a short story.
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I read a short story.
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I am very creative.
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I am very creative.
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I help a neighbor.
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I help a neighbor.
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I give a small gift.
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I give a small gift.
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We share a smile.
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We share a smile.
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Kindness feels very good.
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Kindness feels very good.
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The world is better.
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The world is better.
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I finish my task.
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I finish my task.
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I celebrate my work.
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I celebrate my work.
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I eat a small cake.
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I am very proud.
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Success feels amazing.
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I look at the map.
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I dream of new places.
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I make big plans.
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I work for my goals.
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The future is bright.
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I say thank you.
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I love the world.
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I have much joy.
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I enjoy the day.
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I feel very peaceful.
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I eat healthy food.
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I drink fresh water.
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I go for a run.
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I go for a run.
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I move my body.
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I move my body.
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I feel very strong.
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I feel very strong.

Why practice speaking with this video?

Practice makes perfect, especially when it comes to learning a new language. This video, "Stop Learning, Start Speaking: 90 Sentences to Master English (A1)," offers an engaging approach to enhance your English speaking practice. By shadowing the sentences provided, you immerse yourself in real-life scenarios that improve both your fluency and comprehension. The speaker guides you through everyday situations—like visiting the library—that make the learning process more relatable and enjoyable. Incorporating this style into your practice not only adds variety to your studies but also boosts your confidence in speaking out loud.

Grammar & Expressions in Context

Understanding the context of phrases is essential for effective communication. This transcript highlights several grammatical structures and expressions that are frequently used in conversations:

  • Present Continuous Tense: The use of “I am going to the library” and “I am walking fast” demonstrates ongoing actions. This structure is vital when discussing current activities.
  • Simple Present Tense: Phrases like “The library is near” and “I love this place” illustrate stating facts or habitual actions, making them useful for expressing routine activities.
  • Questions: The speaker uses forms such as “Where is my library card?” and “Where is the book?” These question structures are essential for interactive conversations and will aid you in seeking information in everyday settings.
  • Descriptive Adjectives: Words like “quiet” and “beautiful” enhance sentences by providing vivid descriptions, which is key when sharing experiences or observations.

Common Pronunciation Traps

While shadowing the sentences in the video, you may encounter some common pronunciation challenges. Here are a few tricky words and phrases to pay attention to:

  • Library: The second syllable is often stressed, so it's pronounced as "LYE-brary" rather than "LIB-ary." This pronunciation is crucial when using the word in conversation.
  • Many: This word may blend into the previous word if spoken quickly. Practice saying it clearly to avoid confusion, especially in sentences like “I see many books.”
  • Open: Remember to emphasize the 'o' sound as it can easily be dropped in rapid speech. Try to articulate it fully, particularly when you say, “The door is open.”

By practicing these structures and addressing potential pronunciation traps, you enhance your shadow speech skills effectively. Remember, consistent practice with resources like this video can significantly improve your English speaking abilities. So, ready, set, shadow!

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.