Shadowing Practice: THE LITTLE MERMAID All Movie Clips (1989) - Learn English Speaking with YouTube

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If only I could make him understand.
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If only I could make him understand.
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I just don't see things the way he does.
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I don't see how a world that makes such wonderful things could be bad.
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Look at this stuff, isn't it neat?
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Wouldn't you think my collection's complete?
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Wouldn't you think I'm the girl, the girl who has everything?
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Look at this trove, treasures untold How many wonders can one cavern hold?
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Looking around here you think Sure, she's got everything I've got gadgets and gizmos aplenty I've got who's its and what's its galore
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You want thingamabobs?
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I got twenty But who cares?
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No big deal I want more I want to be where the people are
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I want to see, want to see them dancing Walking around on those, what do you call them?
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Oh, feet Flipping your fins, you don't get too far Legs are required for jumping, dancing Strolling along down a...
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What's that word again?
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Street.
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Up where they walk, up where they run, Up where they stay all day in the sun, Wandering free, wish I could be part of that world.
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Whoa, what a swim.
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Scuttle, look what we found.
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Yeah, we're in this songmanship, and it was really creepy.
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Human stuff, huh?
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Hey, let me see.
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Oh!
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Oh!
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Look at this!
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Wow!
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This is special.
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This is very, very unusual.
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But what is it?
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It's a dinglehopper.
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Humans use these little babies to straighten their hair out.
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See?
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Just a little twirl here, and a yank there on boyole.
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Yeah, I got an aesthetically pleasing configuration of hair that humans go through.
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that humans go nuts over.
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A dinglehopper.
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What about that one?
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Ah, this.
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I haven't seen in years.
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This is wonderful.
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A bandit, bulbous snarf blatt.
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Oh.
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Now, the snarf blatt dates back to pretty hysterical times when humans used to sit around and stare at each other all day.
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Got very boring.
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So, they invented this schnoffblatt to make fine music.
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Allow me.
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Music.
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It's stuff.
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Oh, the concert.
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Oh, my gosh.
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My father's gonna kill me.
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The concert was today?
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Maybe you can make a little planner out of it or something.
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I'm sorry.
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I've got to go.
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Thank you, Scuttle.
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Anytime, sweetie.
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Well, look at what the catfish dragged in.
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Look at you.
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Look at you.
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There's something different.
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Don't tell me.
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I got it.
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It's your hairdo, right?
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You've been using the dinglehopper, right?
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No. No, huh?
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Well, let me see.
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New seashells?
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No new seashells.
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I gotta admit, I can't put my foot on her right now, but if I just stand here long enough, I know that I'll...
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She's got leads, you idiot!
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She traded her vice to the sea witch and got leads.
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Jeez, man!
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I knew that.
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Ariel's been turned into a human.
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She's gotta make the prince fall in love with her, and he's gotta...
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He's gotta kiss her.
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And she's only got three days.
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Les poissons, les poissons, How I love les poissons, love to chop and to serve little fish.
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First I cut off their heads, then I pull out their bones.
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Ah, mais oui, ça c'est toujours déliche.
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Les poissons, les poissons, he he he, ha ha ha.
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With the cleaver, I hack them in two.
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I pull out what's inside and I serve it up.
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I've got enough little fishes, don't you?
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Here's something for tempting the father.
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Prepared in the classic technique.
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First you pound the fish flat with the mallet.
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Then you slash through the skin, give the belly a slice.
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Then you rock some so dim, cause that makes it just nice.
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Zutalow, I have missed one.
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Sacrableu, what is this?
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How on earth could I miss such a sweet little succulent crab?
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What a laugh, here we go in the sauce.
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Now some flour, I think just a dab.
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Now I'll stuff you with bread.
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It don't hurt.
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Cause you're dead.
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And you're certainly lucky you are.
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Cause it's gonna be a hot-dematic silver pot.
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To the new poisson au revoir.
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The seaweed is always greener In somebody else's lake.
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You dream about going up there.
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But that is a big mistake Just look at the world around you Right here on the ocean floor Such wonderful things around you What more is you looking for?
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Under the sea Under the sea Darling, it's better down where it's wet Take it from me
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Up on the shore, they work all day Out in the sun, they slave away While they're devoting full time to floating under the sea Under the sea
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Down here all the fish is happy As after the waves they roll The fish on the land ain't happy It's hard cause they in the bowl But fish in the bowl is lucky They in for a worse fate
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One day when the boss get on him Guess who got me on the plate?
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Yes who got me on the plate?
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Under the sea
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Under the sea Nobody beat us, try us, and eat us in fricassee
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We want the land folks' nuts to cook Under the sea, we have the hookup We got no trouble like this, the bubbles under the sea Under the sea Under the sea
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Since life is speedy, we got the speedy Naturally Naturally Even the sturgeon and the ray Did it the air to start to play We got the spirit, you got to hear it Under the sea
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the flute the cop, play the hop, the plays play the bass and the sound and chop, the cop play the harp, the plays play the bass, the sound and chub, the boss play the brass, the chub play the tom, the flute is the duke of soul.
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The rain he can play the lings of the spring is the chub, the black fish sings the belt and the sprat, they know where it's at, they know that blow.
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Yeah!
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Under the sea!
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Under the sea!
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Under the sea!
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When the sun is beginning to be cool, it's music to me.
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What do they got, a lot of sand?
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We got a hot, plastic, seal and bond.
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Each of the sun is beginning to be cool, it's music to me.
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What do they got?
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A lot of sand?
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We got a hot pussy seal on band Each little clam here know how to jam here under the sea Each little snog here cutting a rug here under the sea
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Each little snail here know how to whale here That's why it's hot under the water You're being lucky down in the muck here under the sea
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Have you ever seen anything so wonderful in your entire life?
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Life under the sea is better than anything they got up there.
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Wanderin' free, wish I could be part of your world.
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Disney's The Little Mermaid is coming home to the Walt Disney Signature Collection on digital, Blu-ray and 4K.
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About This Lesson

In this lesson, you will explore clips from the classic animated film "The Little Mermaid" (1989). This engaging material will help you improve your English speaking practice by focusing on expressive dialogue, musical elements, and character emotion. By shadowing the characters' speech patterns, you'll enhance your pronunciation, rhythm, and intonation, providing a more authentic replications of real-life conversations. This is ideal for those interested in IELTS speaking practice and anyone looking to learn English with YouTube. You will also discover useful vocabulary that will expand your expressive capabilities in both casual and formal contexts.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • Understand: To grasp the meaning of something. (e.g., "If only I could make him understand.")
  • Treasures: Valuable or precious items. (e.g., "Look at this trove, treasures untold.")
  • Gadgets: Tools or devices that are helpful or stylish. (e.g., "I've got gadgets and gizmos aplenty.")
  • Dinglehopper: A humorous term from the clip for a hair-straightening tool.
  • Schnoffblatt: A whimsical item that symbolizes creativity and entertainment among humans.
  • Wandering free: To move without restrictions; to explore.
  • Jumping: The act of springing off the ground, often associated with joy and activity.
  • Part of that world: A longing to belong to a particular community or experience.

Practice Tips

When you engage in shadow speaking with the clips from "The Little Mermaid," start by listening carefully to the dialogue and the music's rhythm. The film's clips are perfect for your shadow speaking exercises, especially since they feature a captivating blend of dialogue and melodies. Here are some specific tips to enhance your learning experience:

  • Slow it Down: Initially, play the video at a slower speed. This will help you catch all the nuances of the pronunciation and intonation, allowing you to mimic effectively.
  • Pause and Repeat: After each phrase, pause and try to repeat what you heard, focusing on both accuracy and emotion.
  • Imitate Emotionally: Pay attention to how the characters express their feelings. Practice using similar tones and expressions in your shadow speaking.
  • Engage with the Lyrics: Use the songs as an additional resource for practicing your pronunciation. Singing along can help reinforce your speaking abilities, especially as songs often use repetitive phrases that can boost your vocabulary.
  • Record Yourself: After practicing, record your voice to evaluate your progress. Compare your rendition with the original to identify areas of improvement.

Incorporating these techniques into your learning routine will significantly enhance your skills. Enjoy your journey in learning English through this creative approach!

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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