Shadowing Practice: Talking about Daily Routines with Phrasal Verbs - Learn English Speaking with YouTube

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Hi, Lucy.
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Hi, Lucy.
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Thanks for coming over.
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You're looking great.
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Come on in.
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Hi, Melanie.
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Sorry for turning up so late.
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It's fine.
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Don't worry about it.
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Welcome to my apartment.
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It looks amazing.
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Thanks for inviting me over.
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I love the furniture.
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The furniture was here when I moved in.
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Sit down and make yourself comfortable.
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Thanks.
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Would you like something to drink?
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I have Diet Coke, fruit juice and coffee.
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A Diet Coke, please.
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So, please tell me, how are you getting on with your life as a college student?
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Well, in the beginning, it was hard for me to fit in.
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I grew up in a small town.
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I was not used to living in a big city.
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I didn't even have any friends,
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and I felt pretty lonely.
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It was hard for me to hang in there.
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But things have changed for the better I finally made a few good friends to hang out with
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That's great to hear What's a typical day in your life like?
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Well, I wake up at 7am I go to the bathroom,
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wash my face and brush my teeth I work out every morning I can't do it without it.
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Before exercising, I usually like to warm up by doing stretches.
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Then I take a shower and after that I have breakfast.
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Next, I write down my to-do list for the day.
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I always plan my day ahead.
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I have a strict schedule and Then I do my best to stick to it.
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Then I check the weather because I like to be prepared for the day.
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And pick out the right outfit.
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Before I leave, I put on my makeup.
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My classes usually start at 9.
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How many meals do you have a day?
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I have 5 or 6 light meals a day.
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I've noticed that 3 heavy meals a day generally weigh me down.
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So I try to eat less and more often.
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I have more energy this way and I can concentrate much better.
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Whenever possible, I try to squeeze in 15 to 30 minutes of exercise in the afternoon.
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Exercising helps me calm down when I'm stressed.
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And it doesn't take up too much of my time.
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When do you usually get home?
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It depends on the day,
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but typically I get home at around 6pm.
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I have dinner a little later.
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Then I lie down for a few minutes and scroll down social media on my phone.
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Next, I study for a few hours.
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Then I watch TV.
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I try to stay away from negative news.
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I usually go for comedies.
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Before going to bed, I fill in my journal and reflect on the day.
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My journal helps me with my emotions and thoughts.
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It also helps me to set goals.
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I plan on taking a French course this year.
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That's my new goal.
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I love to learn and try out new things all the time.
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I just want to point out that a journal is really helpful.
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Yeah, I see.
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Maybe I should keep a journal too.
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I have many goals that I'd like to achieve.
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I want to sign for a gym membership,
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but I just keep putting it off.
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I never actually get around to ever doing it.
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I plan on keeping a diet and cutting down on sweets,
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but I never make it.
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I need something sweet every day to help me get through busy days.
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To sum it all up,
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I think I'm a mess.
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Just stick to your goals and don't give up.
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Your effort will finally pay off.
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What do you usually do in your free time?
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Sometimes I sleep in on weekends when I'm tired.
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I like to go out and catch up on friends and family.
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What about you?
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You're in the third year, right?
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What's your day like?
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My schedule always runs over no matter how organized I am.
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I get up pretty late, about 9am.
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My chaotic morning messes up the rest of the day.
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I wish I could wake up earlier,
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but sleep is holding me back each morning.
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I go to bed very late at about 1am.
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I haven't been able to change this yet,
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but I'm working on it.
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I'm sure you'll finally make it.
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I have a very busy schedule,
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that's why I never show up on time anywhere.
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The problem is that I've taken up a part-time job at the mall,
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so I go to work every day after classes.
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There's just too much going on in my life right now.
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I'm not great at dealing with stress.
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Maybe you need to slow down and cut back on some activities.
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Otherwise, you'll burn yourself out.
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You're perfectly right.
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I'll drop a few activities and set aside a time for rest.
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Do you want to come around on Saturday night?
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I'm throwing a party.
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I'm not sure about that.
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You know I'm not into parties.
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Please don't turn me down.
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We'll have a great time.
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Okay, then.
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If it's so important to you, I'll try to come.
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Great!
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I'm looking forward to it.
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Do I need to dress up?
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No, you can wear casual clothes.
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I have to go now.
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I don't want to take up any more of your time.
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And I have to get down to studying.
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About This Lesson

In this lesson, you will practice discussing daily routines using phrasal verbs. The focus will be on engaging with conversational phrases that can enhance your English speaking skills. This content, taken from a friendly conversation between two college students, illustrates how to talk about personal habits, schedules, and the experience of adjusting to life in a new environment. By actively participating, you will improve your overall communication skills and confidence in speaking English.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • Turn up - to arrive or appear unexpectedly
  • Hang out - to spend time relaxing or socializing
  • Fit in - to become accepted or integrated into a group
  • Warm up - to prepare for exercise or activity, often involving stretching
  • Stick to - to follow or adhere to a plan or routine
  • Squeeze in - to fit something into a tight schedule

Practice Tips

To effectively shadow speak from this transcript, focus on the natural flow and rhythm of the conversation. Here are some tips for practicing:

  • Watch the video at a slower speed initially to grasp the nuances of each phrasal verb. Pay attention to the context in which they are used.
  • Repeat each phrase aloud immediately after hearing it to improve your English pronunciation. This method, known as shadowing, allows you to mimic the speaker's tone and inflection.
  • Once comfortable, return to the regular speed of the video. This will help you adapt to conversational English, especially if you're aiming to learn English with YouTube.
  • Practice in different settings, such as with a partner or in front of a mirror, to enhance confidence.
  • Incorporate your learned phrases into your daily conversations. Try to use these phrasal verbs when discussing your own routines.

By consistently practicing the above strategies, you'll improve your speaking abilities and become more fluent in using everyday language. This will not only aid you in casual conversations but will also make you a more effective communicator.

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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