Shadowing Practice: There's something about spring mornings - Learn English Speaking with Video

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I'm going to go to the kitchen.
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so I can be with you You are my whole heart
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Laying next to you is my wildest dream come true You're the best part, oh You're the best part,
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oh You're the best part, oh You're the best part,
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oh Before
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I head off to work, I have something that I really want to show you guys.
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yesterday i went to this uh sweet shop called shorakuen i visited them like four times now for work
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but this time i went
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and got myself something for myself the interior of the shop
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is like super whimsical it's like japanese fairy tales meets alice
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in wonderland type vibes i'm gonna show you guys look at the packaging it's like very well made cardboard cardboard yeah
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hard paper okay ready this is actually chocolate all made out of chocolate
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and there's like layers of flavors different types of flavors inside the mountain
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which you can see once you cut inside of it but I believe it's in the shape of Mount Rishiri, which is like a mountain in Hokkaido, I believe.
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So yeah, they make this shape very precisely to make it like a replica, like a mini replica of the mountain.
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And it's adorable i've been like eyeing this for like the longest time
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and now i can't eat it because it's so pretty
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but i have to in like the next week or so
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so i highly recommend if you're ever in the yoyogi area
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which is like a 10 or 15 minute train ride from shinjuku so I'm sorry.
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Not a lot of water.
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Not so much.
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No, it's hot.
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No, no. Well, I don't care.
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I'm going
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to go to the next video.
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I'm going
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to make a little bit more of a little bit more.
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I'm going to go to the next video.
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So So, Blackmagic Design kindly let me use one of their cameras, their iconic cinema cameras.
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And I had such fun filming on this.
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I made one of my videos on this and a lot of you guys asked me about the color grading and everything.
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But it was all this camera, honestly.
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This camera has been such a dream of mine.
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so I was just thrilled to like physically hold this in my hand.
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Now I have to send it back so I'm gonna be packing this.
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I want to thank them for giving me this opportunity
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and for you guys for supporting me and yeah I hope I can get my hands on these again sometime soon.
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Let's pack. so This
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is so cute.
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I know It's this one Kawaii
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I can put this on my love bottle or like and from
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We decided to eat at this Sri Lankan curry spot.
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It's actually packed with customers so I guess it's very popular in the area where the local people here.
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We're in Ueno and we're at the Ueno Park
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and I think they're doing like a flea market thing over here so let's check that out.
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Maybe it's like a craft market because I see a lot of creators showcasing their work.
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I think this is like my fourth time visiting the Winnow Park just because
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I don't know I've never really thought of it as a park where people can like quietly relax.
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I have an image of people coming here for different reasons.
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The Winnow Park actually has a few facilities.
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I believe there's an art museum, a science museum I believe,
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and also like lots of historical buildings and of course there is the park where everyone can just chill
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i wonder how big this is maybe i can look it up and tell you guys later
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I'm
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going to
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go to the next video.
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Thank you.

About This Lesson

In this lesson, you will practice your English listening and speaking skills with a focus on enhancing your pronunciation and conversational flow. The content is based on a light-hearted video discussing daily experiences, local culture, and personal reflections. By engaging with the material, you will not only learn how to articulate common phrases but also gain confidence in expressing your thoughts in English. This approach is especially beneficial for those preparing for the IELTS speaking test, as it offers real-life contexts and expressions that can enhance your speaking abilities.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • Whimsical: Playfully quaint or fanciful.
  • Kawaii: A Japanese term meaning 'cute'.
  • Interior: The inside part of something, like a building or room.
  • Replicate: To make an exact copy or representation of something.
  • Flea market: A type of street market where inexpensive or secondhand goods are sold.
  • Super: A colloquial term often used to mean 'very' or 'extremely'.
  • Curry: A dish made with a spiced sauce, commonly found in Sri Lankan cuisine.

Practice Tips

To enhance your learning experience, follow these practice tips while watching the video:

  • Use a shadowing app to listen to segments of the video multiple times. Repeat after the speaker, mimicking the tone and pace to improve your English pronunciation.
  • Start by watching the video without subtitles to grasp the general idea, then replay it with subtitles to catch specific vocabulary and expressions.
  • Identify phrases or sentences that resonate with you and practice saying them out loud. Record your voice to track your progress and refine your speaking skills.
  • Engage with the content by taking notes on the cultural references and descriptions, like the whimsical shop or the Sri Lankan curry spot, which can be useful in your own English speaking practice.
  • Challenge yourself to use the new vocabulary in your conversations. For instance, try describing something as 'whimsical' or use 'kawaii' when discussing cute items.
  • If you're preparing for the IELTS speaking test, focus on fluency rather than perfection during your shadowing practice; the goal is to sound natural and expressive.

By utilizing these tips and immersing yourself in the content of YouTube videos, you can effectively learn English with YouTube and enhance your skills in everyday speaking situations.

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.