Shadowing Practice: Talking About Hometown Like a Native ๐ฅ| Shadowing English Speaking Practice - Learn English Speaking with Video
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Imagine this.
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You meet a foreigner.
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He suddenly asks you, where is your hometown?
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You want to say a few simple lines, but your mind becomes quiet.
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Your words feel slow and your confidence feels weak.
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You start to wonder, why is talking about my hometown so hard for me?
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You feel unsure.
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You feel small.
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You feel outside the moment. But here's the truth.
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It's not your English.
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It's not your level.
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Most of the time, it's just a few small habits that block your voice.
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Today, you will fix it by shadowing with me.
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I'm Alex, and this is English Vibe TV.
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By the end of this episode, you'll not only talk about your hometown in simple English, but also feel confident sharing your story with anyone.
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Now let's talk about the basic facts about your hometown.
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These questions help you start any conversation.
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Keep your voice slow and follow my rhythm.
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The first one.
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Where is your hometown?
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The short answer is, my hometown is Houston.
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Say it with me.
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My hometown is Houston.
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A longer answer could be, my hometown is Houston.
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It is a nice city.
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Say it again with me.
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My hometown is Houston.
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It is a nice city.
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Now, it's your turn.
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Where is your hometown?
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Look at the screen and build your own answer.
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I give you 10 seconds.
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Great.
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Next one.
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What kind of place is it?
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The short answer is, it is a small town.
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Say it with me.
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It is a small town.
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A longer answer could be, it is a small town, but it is very beautiful.
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Say it again with me.
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It is a small town, but it is very beautiful.
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Now, it's your turn.
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What kind of place is it?
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Look at the screen and build your own answer.
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I give you 10 seconds.
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Great.
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Next one.
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What is it famous for?
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The short answer is it is famous for street food.
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Say it with me.
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It is famous for street food.
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A longer answer could be, it is famous for street food.
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It brings many visitors.
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Say it again with me.
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It is famous for street food.
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It brings many visitors.
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Now, it's your turn.
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What is it famous for?
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Look at the screen and build your own answer.
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I give you 10 seconds.
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Great.
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The last one, how would you describe it in a few words?
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The short answer is, It is quiet and friendly.
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Say it with me.
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It is quiet and friendly.
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A longer answer could be, It is quiet and friendly.
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It feels safe for me.
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Say it again with me.
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It is quiet and friendly.
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It feels safe for me.
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Now it's your turn.
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How would you describe it in a few words?
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Look at the screen and build your own answer.
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I give you 10 seconds.
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You're doing great!
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Now let's talk about what you enjoy in your hometown.
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These answers help your English sound warm and personal.
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Take a deep breath and follow my voice.
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The first one.
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What do you like most about it?
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The short answer is, I like the people.
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Say it with me.
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I like the people.
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A longer answer could be, I like the people.
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They make life easy.
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Say it again with me.
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I like the people.
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They make life easy.
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Now, it's your turn.
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What do you like most about it?
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Look at the screen and build your own answer.
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I give you 10 seconds.
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Great!
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Next one.
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What places do you enjoy visiting when you are there?
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The short answer is, I enjoy the park.
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Say it with me.
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I enjoy the park.
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A longer answer could be, I enjoy the park.
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It gives me peace.
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Say it again with me.
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I enjoy the park.
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It gives me peace.
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Now it's your turn.
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What places do you enjoy visiting when you are there?
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Look at the screen and build your own answer.
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I give you 10 seconds.
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Great!
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Next one.
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What is your favorite thing to do when you are there?
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The short answer is I like walking around.
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Say it with me.
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I like walking around.
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A longer answer could be I like walking around.
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It helps me relax.
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Say it again with me.
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I like walking around.
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It helps me relax.
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Now it's your turn.
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What is your favorite thing to do when you are there?
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Look at the screen and build your own answer.
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I give you 10 seconds.
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Great!
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The last one, why does it feel like a good place for you?
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The short answer is, it feels good for me.
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Say it with me.
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It feels good for me.
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A longer answer could be, it feels good for me.
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It gives me energy.
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Say it again with me.
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It feels good for me.
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It gives me energy.
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Now, it's your turn.
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Why does it feel like a good place for you?
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Look at the screen and build your own answer.
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I give you 10 seconds.
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You're doing such a good job so far.
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Now, let's look at some things that are difficult about your hometown.
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These answers help you sound honest and natural.
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Keep your voice slow and steady.
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The first one.
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What do you dislike about it?
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The short answer is I dislike the traffic.
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Say it with me.
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I dislike the traffic.
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A longer answer could be I dislike the traffic.
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It makes days hard.
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Say it again with me.
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I dislike the traffic.
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It makes days hard.
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Now it's your turn.
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What do you dislike about it?
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Look at the screen and build your own answer.
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I give you 10 seconds.
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Great.
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Next one.
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Is anything stressful or difficult about living there?
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The short answer is, yes, the noise is stressful.
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Say it with me.
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Yes, the noise is stressful.
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A longer answer could be, yes, the noise is stressful.
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It takes my energy.
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Say it again with me.
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Yes, the noise is stressful.
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It takes my energy.
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Now it's your turn.
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Is anything stressful or difficult about living there?
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Look at the screen and build your own answer.
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I give you 10 seconds.
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Great!
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Next one.
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What problems does it have?
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The short answer is, It has crowded streets.
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Say it with me.
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It has crowded streets.
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A longer answer could be, It has crowded streets.
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It feels busy all day.
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Say it again with me.
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It has crowded streets.
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It feels busy all day.
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Now it's your turn.
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What problems does it have?
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Look at the screen and build your own answer.
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I give you 10 seconds.
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Great.
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The last one.
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What would you like to change about it?
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The short answer is, I want cleaner streets.
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Say it with me.
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I want cleaner streets.
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A longer answer could be, I want cleaner streets.
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It helps everyone live better.
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Say it again with me.
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I want cleaner streets.
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It helps everyone live better.
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Now it's your turn.
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What would you like to change about it?
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Look at the screen and build your own answer.
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I give you 10 seconds.
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Nice work staying with me.
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Now, let's talk about how your hometown has changed and what you hope for the future.
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These answers make your English sound thoughtful and real.
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Let's finish this strong.
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The first one.
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How has it changed over time?
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The short answer is, it has grown a lot.
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Say it with me.
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It has grown a lot.
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A longer answer could be, it has grown a lot.
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It looks different now.
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Say it again with me.
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It has grown a lot.
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It looks different now.
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Now it's your turn.
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How has it changed over time?
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Look at the screen and build your own answer.
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I give you 10 seconds.
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Great!
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Next one.
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Is it more modern or busier than before?
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The short answer is, It is more modern now.
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Say it with me.
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It is more modern now.
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A longer answer could be, It is more modern now.
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It feels faster today.
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Say it again with me.
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It is more modern now.
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It feels faster today.
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Now it's your turn.
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Is it more modern or busier than before?
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Look at the screen and build your own answer.
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I give you 10 seconds.
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Great!
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Next one.
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What is different now compared to when you were younger?
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The short answer is, It has more people.
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Say it with me.
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It has more people.
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A longer answer could be, It has more people people.
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It feels bigger now.
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Say it again with me.
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It has more people.
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It feels bigger now.
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Now it's your turn.
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What is different now compared to when you were younger?
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Look at the screen and build your own answer.
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I give you 10 seconds.
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Great!
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The last one.
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What do you hope it will be like in the future?
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The short answer is, I hope it becomes more friendly.
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Say it with me.
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I hope it becomes more friendly.
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A longer answer could be, I hope it becomes more friendly.
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It gives people a better life.
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Say it again with me.
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I hope it becomes more friendly.
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It gives people a better life.
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Now it's your turn.
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What do you hope it will be like in the future?
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Look at the screen and build your own answer.
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I give you 10 seconds.
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Great work today!
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You've made it to the end of this episode.
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You listened.
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You repeated.
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You spoke with courage.
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Shadowing like this builds real fluency.
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Now, come back to this episode often.
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Listen again, shadow again, and each time add more to your story.
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This is English Vibe TV.
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I'm Alex and I'm proud of your effort.
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Keep listening, keep speaking, and keep believing in yourself.
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See you next time.
About This Lesson
Welcome to this engaging English speaking practice session, where you will learn how to confidently talk about your hometown, just like a native speaker. In this lesson, you're invited to participate in a shadowing exercise that will help you articulate your thoughts clearly and fluently. By practicing with the prompts provided, youโll not only improve your vocabulary but also gain the confidence to share your hometown stories with anyone. Prepare to listen, repeat, and build your own sentences using simple English.
Key Vocabulary & Phrases
- Hometown: The place where you were born or grew up.
- Nice city: A phrase indicating that your town has pleasant features.
- Small town: A term used to describe a less populated area, often with a close-knit community.
- Beautiful: An adjective that conveys that a place has aesthetic appeal.
- Famous for: This phrase is used to highlight what makes a place notable.
- Street food: A type of food that is readily available from vendors on the streets, often reflecting local cuisine.
Practice Tips
Shadowing is a technique where you listen to a speaker and repeat what they say in real-time. This lessonโs pacing is crucial for your practice, as it allows you to grasp the rhythm and intonation of native speakers. Here are some tailored tips to enhance your shadowing experience:
- Slow Down: Take your time to mimic the speaker's speed. Itโs more important to get the pronunciation and rhythm right than to rush through.
- Focus on Clarity: Concentrate on each word as you say it. Make sure that youโre pronouncing the vowel sounds and consonants clearly.
- Repeat Out Loud: Donโt just think it; speak it. Verbalizing your thoughts will reinforce your learning and help boost your confidence.
- Emphasize Emotion: Pay attention to the tone of voice used in the video. Emulating the emotions can make your speech more engaging and relatable.
- Practice Regularly: Consistency is key in language learning. Try to integrate this practice into your daily routine to see steady improvement in your English speaking skills.
As you learn English with YouTube videos, remember that shadowing enhances your ability to communicate effectively. Donโt be afraid to use shadowspeaks techniques to improve your overall speaking abilities. Happy practicing!
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 โ like a shadow following the speaker with just a 1โ2 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 โ making it one of the most effective methods for IELTS Speaking preparation and real-world English communication.