Shadowing Practice: TLG Mufasa's Advice Compilation (ft. Ananda, Sahasi & Askari) - Learn English Speaking with Video
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Deep down, maybe I knew It was way too good to be true With all my friends looking up to me
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Some leader I turned out to be Khaion!
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Hey, Vikabisa, are you?
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Yes, Khaion, I am your grandfather Mufasa, I've heard a lot about you.
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And I've been watching you.
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You are about to embark on a great journey, Kion.
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Leader of the Lion Guard.
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I'm not sure Dad's gonna let me lead the Lion Guard.
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He's worried that I can't handle it.
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Kion, Simba is worried.
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But he's worried because he loves you loves you.
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Being leader of the Lion Guard will not always be easy.
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Then maybe dad's right.
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Maybe I'm not ready to lead, or use the roar.
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I'm not even sure I can control it.
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First it's super loud, then it's just a squeak, and I...
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I don't want to end up like Scar.
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Don't be afraid, Gion.
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Trust your instincts.
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The roar will be there for you when you need it.
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And so will I.
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Until the Pride Lands end.
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Grandfather?
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I don't know if you can hear me, but I'm not sure what to do.
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I'm always here for you, Kion.
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The new crocodile leader, Maku?
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He's messed things up for animals all over the Pride Lands.
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And all he wants to do is fight!
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Fighting is the crocodile way.
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I think Maku's a bully.
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But Pua, the old crocodile leader, says I should just back down.
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There are times to back down, Kion.
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But a true leader has to know when to stand his ground, even if it seems difficult.
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But fighting can't be the solution to every problem.
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Standing your ground doesn't mean you have to fight.
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It means you're not afraid to stand up to someone who you know is wrong.
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And show them you're not going to back down.
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Oh, I think I understand.
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Grandfather?
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Yes, Kion, I'm here.
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I was thinking, the rains cause so many problems for the Pride Lands.
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What if I used the roar to blow the big rainstorms away?
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The rains are part of the circle of life, Kion.
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The Pride Lands will need that water for the dry season.
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I guess.
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But it'd be a lot easier if- Kion, the easy solution is not always the best solution.
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Yes, Grandfather.
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I can't believe it.
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What is she thinking?
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Kion, something's troubling you.
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It's Kiara, Grandfather.
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She doesn't know what she's getting herself into.
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Kion, Kiara is your sister.
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And for now, she is your queen.
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As your queen and sister, she needs your support.
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Even if she's wrong?
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Especially if she's wrong.
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Hmm...
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Thank you, Grandfather.
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I better go talk to her.
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Kion, something's troubling you.
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Grandfather, I don't know what to do.
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Dad trusted me to lead the herds.
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But everything went wrong, and now they all think I'm a bad leader.
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And I think they might be right.
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Kion, don't let their lack of faith affect yours.
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I really do want them to trust me.
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They will, as long as you trust yourself.
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Confidence, Kion.
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That's all you need to complete this journey.
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But confidence doesn't come from what others think about you.
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It comes from inside yourself.
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Thank you, Grandfather.
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Grandfather Mufasa?
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Yes, Khaion.
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I'm here.
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I'm worried about the roar.
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The last time I used it, I was really angry, and it caused so much destruction.
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The roar of the elders is very powerful.
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I know.
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And that's why I'm thinking...
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I shouldn't use it again.
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I...
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I'm worried that I might turn into Scar.
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Scar cared only for himself.
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His selfishness fueled his anger.
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Why were you angry, Kion?
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Xanjah and the hyenas!
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They were attacking my mom!
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I was so mad at them when I used the roar!
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I lost control!
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And it almost hurt my mom!
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I almost hurt my mom!
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Scar never cared for anyone else the way you do, Kion.
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So perhaps you should speak with the one you care so much about.
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Right.
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I will.
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Thank you, Grandfather.
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Grandfather Mufasa?
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Yes, Kion.
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My dad is really upset with me.
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And I'm worried that I ruined his summit.
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I didn't mean to.
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It's just...
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I was so sure Maku wanted to ruin it.
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And what has Maku done to make you think this?
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Well, he.. he.. nothing really.
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But I've got this feeling that something bad's gonna happen, and that means stopping Maku, right?
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Rafiki has a saying about reaching conclusions too quickly.
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Leap to conclusions, and you leap to confusions.
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Perhaps you need to figure out what's truly going on.
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Without jumping to conclusions.
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Right.
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Thank you, Grandfather.
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I'll do my best.
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I know you will.
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Kion, something's troubling you.
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Yes, Grandfather.
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And dry season has just started.
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And the guards been busier than ever seems like everybody needs the line guards help
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What did they do before we were here?
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Can't they take care of themselves?
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Yeah, I guess the lion guard has done a wonderful job Protecting the pride lands during the wet season,
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but the dry season will bring even more challenges I know there's less food
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and water and the heat slows everyone down And you know what happens when animals are tired, hungry, and thirsty.
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They don't always make the best decisions.
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The dry season's even got me feeling kinda snippy.
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I know.
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I'll be careful not to lose control of the roar.
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Oh.
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Thank you, Grandfather. So, Scar has returned.
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I'm afraid so, father.
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It's my fault, Grandfather Mufasa.
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The roar...
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The roar has the ability to do both good and evil.
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I know.
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But now that Scar is back, how do we defeat him?
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The appearance of an evil lion from the past is beyond my experience, my son.
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But you have saved the Pride Lands from Scar before.
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Trust that the wisdom to defeat Scar lies within the Pride Lands.
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And within the two of you.
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The wisdom is within the Pride Lands, Dad?
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Grandfather Mufasa?
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Yes, Kion.
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I am here.
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Grandfather, I failed the Pride Lands.
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I lost Kaleo Valley to Scar.
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And the loss weighs heavily on you.
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Of course it does.
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My whole job is to protect the Pride Lands.
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And I couldn't do it.
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There is more to the Pride Lands than just land.
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What happened to the elephants of Kaleo Valley?
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They're all okay, but they're leaving the Pride Lands because I can't find a new home for them.
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Maybe they're right to doubt me.
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What other animals think is beyond your control, but don't let their doubt cause you to doubt yourself.
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You have indeed suffered a defeat,
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but how you deal with defeat is just as important is how you deal with victory. So much destruction...
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Grandfather Mufasa?
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Yes, Kion.
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I'm here.
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Grandfather?
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I'm worried.
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Things have been bad since Scarra Tour.
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But I never thought it would be so bad that the Pridelanders would want to leave.
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I know they just want to protect their herds, but I want to protect them too.
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I guess I feel like I failed.
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Your ability to understand the Pridelanders, even when it's difficult, makes you a good leader.
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But I can't lead them if they aren't here.
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What am I supposed to do now?
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Even on the darkest day, Kion, you can find hope.
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Thank you, Grandfather.
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Grandfather Mufasa?
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Yes, Kion.
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I'm here.
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Dad wants me to lead the Pridelanders into the Outlands tomorrow.
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To fight Scar.
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And this worries you?
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Yeah.
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I mean, you still don't know how to beat Scar.
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I don't even know if he can be beat.
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All evil can be defeated.
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Even when it's a lion made of fire?
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I believe you can do anything, Kion.
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Just stay true to who you are inside.
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And remember, you can't fight fire with fire.
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Can't fight fire with fire.
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Mom?
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Dad?
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We're here, Rani.
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How are you?
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I'm okay.
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But I need some advice.
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Grandmother wants me to welcome a strange lion and his friends to the Tree of Life.
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But I'm not sure that I should.
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What if I let them in and something bad happens?
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It's my job to protect the Tree of Life!
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I'm proud you take your duty so seriously, Rani.
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But the Queen is very wise.
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She wouldn't ask you to let them in if it wasn't okay.
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Listen to her, Rani.
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She's preparing you to leave more than just the Night Pride.
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Yes.
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One day you will be Queen as well.
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I know.
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You're right.
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We know you'll do the right thing, Rani.
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You always do.
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Thanks, Mom.
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Thanks, Dad. Of course.
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You're welcome.
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Grandfather Mufasa?
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I'm here, Kion.
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It has been a long time.
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I was worried you had forgotten about me.
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No, Grandfather.
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I didn't forget about you.
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It's just...
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I was afraid to face you.
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I've got this scar now, and I was worried that I might turn evil.
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Like Scar.
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Especially since I kept losing my temper, and losing control of the roar on our way to the Tree of Life.
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Kion, you could have talked to me any time.
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I told you I would always be here for you.
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No matter what, that hasn't changed.
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And it never will.
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Thank you, Grandfather.
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That makes me feel.. better.
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I'm sorry I stayed away.
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I promise I won't be afraid to talk to you again.
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Good.
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I missed you.
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I missed you too.
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Grandfather Mufasa?
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I am here, Kion.
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Grandfather?
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For the first time since I got my scar, I finally feel like myself again.
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Does that mean you are healed?
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Maybe.
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I know now that my scar doesn't make me, me.
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And maybe the roar doesn't either.
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Queen Janna said the roar was supposed to return to the Tree of Life.
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Maybe she meant I needed to give it back.
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You were a great leader, and you didn't have the roar.
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I think I can be a great leader without it, too.
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I'm ready to give it back.
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I understand.
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But you cannot return the roar to me.
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I never led the Lion Guard.
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The roar was never mine.
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The roar came from there.
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Seek I Escarpment.
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That is where you must go.
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It is a difficult decision.
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It is.
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I have a duty to the Pride Lands.
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My whole family's there.
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But I still have more to learn about the Roar.
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And the Night Pride could use our help.
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And Rene, I mean, Queen Rene, she wants me to stay.
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And what do you want to do?
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What do I want?
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Yes, Kion.
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The decision is yours to make.
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You must choose the path that is right for you.
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The path that's right for me.
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Thank you, Grandfather.
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Kion?
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Kion!
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Ascari!
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Yes, Kion.
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You have done well.
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Ascari?
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He was the leader of the first Lion Guard.
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Anga, use the end of the stool.
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By letting the roar go, you have truly mastered it.
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Yes, Ascari.
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But I'm not leader of the Lion Guard anymore.
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Why would I need the roar?
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There is another place that could use the roar's help.
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The Tree of Life.
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Thank you.
About This Lesson
In this lesson, we will deep-dive into themes of leadership, courage, and personal challenges, as discussed in a dialogue featuring Kion and his grandfather Mufasa. By practicing this transcript, you will enhance your English speaking practice skills and experience the nuances of conversation, including tone, emotion, and context. This lesson aims to improve your understanding of how to communicate effectively while also guiding you in handling complex topics in English.
Key Vocabulary & Phrases
- Leader - A person who leads a group or organization.
- Instincts - The innate ability to know something without needing to think about it.
- Stand your ground - To maintain your position even in the face of opposition.
- Circle of life - The natural order and interconnectedness of living things.
- True leader - Someone who leads with integrity and makes difficult decisions.
- Bully - A person who uses strength or power to harm others, often repeatedly.
- Courage - The ability to confront fear or challenges.
- Solutions - Answers or methods for solving problems.
Practice Tips
To effectively utilize this transcript for shadowing, follow these tips for optimal practice:
- Start Slow: Given the emotional depth in the dialogue, begin by listening to the transcript at a reduced speed. This will allow you to catch every word and intonation before attempting to speak.
- Emphasize Emotion: Pay attention to the feelings behind the words. Mufasa’s advice incorporates compassion and wisdom, and capturing this emotional tone will be crucial as you improve your English pronunciation.
- Pause and Repeat: After listening to a short segment, pause the video and repeat what you heard. This method reinforces your learning and boosts your confidence in using complex phrases like “standing your ground.”
- Practice Scenarios: Use the themes from the dialogue to create your own sentences or short dialogues. Imagine you are advising someone on a similar challenge and incorporate the key vocabulary.
- Record Yourself: Record your voice while shadowing and listen back. This practice will help you notice areas for improvement in your clarity and pronunciation.
Engaging actively with the content will enhance your learning experience. Consider this transcript not just a resource, but an opportunity to delve into the art of conversation in English.
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.