Shadowing Practice: THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA Clip - "Andy Gets A Makeover" (2006) - Learn English Speaking with YouTube

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Excuse me, where do you think you're going?
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Excuse me, where do you think you're going?
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She hates me, Nigel.
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And that's my problem because...
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Oh, wait, no, it's not my problem.
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I don't know what else I can do,
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because if I do something right, it's unacknowledged.
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She doesn't even say thank you.
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But if I do something wrong, she is vicious.
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So quit.
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What?
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Quit.
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Quit.
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I can get another girl to take your job in five minutes.
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One who really wants it.
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No, I don't want to quit.
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That's not fair.
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But I, you know, I'm just saying that
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I would just like a little credit for the fact that I'm killing myself trying.
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Ugh, Andy.
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Be serious.
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You are not trying.
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You are whining.
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What is it that you want me to say to you, huh?
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Do you want me to say,
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poor you, Miranda's picking on you, poor you, poor Andy?
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Hmm?
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Wake up, Six.
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She's just doing her job.
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Don't you know that you were working at the place that published some of the greatest artists of the century?
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Halston, Lagerfeld, De La Renta.
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And what they did, what they created, was greater than art.
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Because you live your life in it.
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Well, not you, obviously, but some people.
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You think this is just a magazine?
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This is not just a magazine.
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This is a shining beacon of hope for...
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Oh, I don't know.
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Let's say a young boy growing up in Rhode Island with six brothers,
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pretending to go to soccer practice when he was really going to sewing class
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and reading Runway under the covers at night with a flashlight.
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You have no idea how many legends have walked these halls.
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And what's worse, you don't care.
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Because this place, where so many people would die to work,
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you only deign to work.
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And you want to know why she doesn't kiss you on the forehead
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and give you a gold star on your homework at the end of the day.
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Wake up, sweetheart.
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Okay, so I'm screwing it up.
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I don't want to.
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I just wish that I knew what I could do to...
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Nigel.
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Nigel.
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Nigel.
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No. I don't know what you expect me to do.
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There's nothing in this whole closet that'll fit a size six,
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I can guarantee you.
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These are all sample sizes, two and four.
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All right, we'll join this for you.
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And...
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A poncho.
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You'll take what I give you and you'll like it.
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We're doing this Dolce for you.
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And choose Jimmy Choo.
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Lola Blahnik Nancy Gonzalez Love that Okay,
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now's this all the rigors This we love It might fit It might Okay,
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now Chanel, you're in desperate need of Chanel Darling, shall we?
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We have to get to the beauty department God knows how long that's going to take.
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I mean, I have no idea why Miranda hired her.
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Me neither.
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The other day we were in the beauty department and she held up the swimwear eyelash curler and said,
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what is this?
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I mean, I just knew from the moment I saw her she was going to be a complete and utter disaster.
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Miranda Priestly's office?
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No, actually she's not available, but I'll leave word.
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Okay, thanks.
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Bye.
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How did...
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Are you wearing the...
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The Chanel boots?
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Yeah, I am.
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You look good.
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What?
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Shut up, Serena.

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About This Lesson

In this lesson, learners will focus on enhancing their English speaking skills through a key scene from the film "The Devil Wears Prada." The dialogue reflects real-life workplace scenarios and the challenges of navigating a demanding environment. By practicing this excerpt, students will improve their fluency and intonation while familiarizing themselves with emotional expression in conversation. This activity is ideal for those looking to learn English with YouTube and apply shadow speech techniques in a practical context.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • To quit: To leave a job or stop doing something.
  • Unacknowledged: Not recognized or appreciated.
  • Vicious: Intending to cause harm or mental distress.
  • To deign: To do something beneath one's dignity.
  • Beacon of hope: A source of inspiration or guidance.
  • To screw up: To make a mistake or mess something up.
  • Credit: Recognition for an achievement or effort.
  • Wake up: An expression prompting someone to realize the reality of a situation.

Practice Tips

To effectively practice this scene, consider using shadow speak methods. Start by watching the clip several times and familiarizing yourself with the tone and pace of the dialogue. The speed of the conversation may vary, so take your time to slowly repeat phrases that you find challenging.

Here are some additional tips for your English speaking practice:

  • Shadowing technique: Listen to a short segment of the dialogue, pause, and then mimic what you hear. Focus on matching the rhythm and intonation of the speakers to enhance your pronunciation skills.
  • Emotional expression: Pay attention to the emotions conveyed in the dialogue. Practice speaking the lines with similar feelings to improve your emotional fluency in English.
  • Repetition: Repeat sections multiple times. As you become more comfortable, try to speed up your delivery to match the original pacing of the conversation.
  • Record yourself: Use your smartphone to record your attempts at shadowing. Listen back to identify areas for improvement and adjust accordingly.

By incorporating these strategies into your practice routine, you'll be well on your way to mastering conversational English through engaging content like this. Remember, consistency and practice are key to your progress in shadowing and enhancing your speaking skills!

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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