Shadowing Practice: [ Topic 20] Describe someone you admire - Shadowing English Speaking - Learn English Speaking with Video
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Welcome to Shadowing English Speaking Channel, your key to fluent English.
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Hello everyone.
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In today's video, let's practice describing someone you admire.
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Try to apply the sentence patterns I give you in this video to your situation and practice saying them fluently.
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In this video, I will provide you with the following.
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Part 1.
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Some sample sentences that you could use to describe someone you admire.
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1. Introduce that person.
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You can use some model sentences with the following.
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For example, The person I want to talk about is my best friend, Emily.
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I'd like to share my thoughts about someone very special in my life, and that is my grandfather.
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Allow me to introduce you to a remarkable individual, my cousin Alex.
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2. How to know about that person For example,
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I first got to know this person through my sister, who introduced us during a family gathering.
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Our paths crossed when we were both volunteering at the local community center.
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I became acquainted with them during a team-building event at work.
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3. Description of appearance and personality For example,
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Physically, they possess a unique blend of elegance and charm that sets them apart in any crowd.
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In terms of personality, they are characterized by an unwavering optimism and an infectious enthusiasm for life.
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Their appearance reflects a timeless beauty, complemented by a genuine and approachable demeanor.
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4. Combined Sentences For example, Combining their elegance and charm,
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it creates a unique and captivating individual.
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Their unwavering optimism is immediately evident in their cheerful smile.
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This person's timeless beauty is not just skin deep, it's an integral part of who they are.
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5. Description of story or talent For example,
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one particular aspect that stands out is their ability to turn challenges into opportunities for growth.
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A defining moment in their life was when they fearlessly pursued their passion for community service, service, leaving a lasting impact on those they helped.
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Beyond their appearance, their remarkable talent in photography captures moments in a way that words often cannot.
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6. Conclusion and reasons why I admire For example,
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In conclusion, I truly admire this person for their ability to inspire and uplift others through their optimism and genuine kindness.
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Their impact on my life is undeniable, and I hold them in high regard because their timeless beauty is matched only by their beautiful soul.
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Their impact on my life is undeniable, and I hold them in high regard because their timeless beauty is matched only by their beautiful soul.
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To me, they embody qualities that make them not only admirable
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but also a source of constant inspiration for personal and professional growth.
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Now, let's try to shadow me a complete sample speech.
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Match my tempo and pace.
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The person I want to talk about is my best friend, Emily.
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I first got to know Emily during our freshman year of college.
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Physically, she possesses a distinctive charm with her warm smile and expressive eyes.
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However, what truly sets Emily apart is her unwavering kindness and empathy.
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Combining her physical appearance with these qualities, it creates a unique and captivating individual.
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One particular aspect that stands out is Emily's ability to turn ordinary moments into cherished memories.
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A defining moment in her life was when she organized a charity event for a local shelter.
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Beyond her appearance, her remarkable talent in mobilizing people for a good cause showcased her leadership and compassion.
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In conclusion, I truly admire Emily for her genuine kindness and ability to make a positive impact on the community.
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Her unwavering commitment to making a difference is not just admirable but also inspiring.
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Great!
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You speak very well.
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Part 2.
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Some Memorable Vocabulary 1.
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Prodigy Mozart was a musical prodigy, composing symphonies at a very young age.
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2. Adept Adept She is adept at problem-solving and always finds innovative solutions.
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3. Exemplary Her exemplary leadership skills have guided the team through many successful projects.
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4. Resilient Resilient In the face of adversity,
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his resilient spirit helped him overcome challenges.
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5. Masterful Masterful The chef's masterful cooking techniques elevate every dish to a culinary masterpiece.
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6. Uplifting Uplifting The uplifting story of triumph over hardship inspired everyone in the audience.
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7. Prolific Adroit Adroit Her adroit handling of complex situations impressed everyone in the team.
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8. Inspirational The speaker shared an inspirational story that motivated everyone in the audience.
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Vocabulary and speaking notes for this lesson
This B1 speaking lesson is built on the video “[ Topic 20] Describe someone you admire - Shadowing English Speaking”. The speaker keeps coming back to these words: example, admire, Emily, appearance, unwavering. This video has 60 sentences and 724 words to shadow. The speech runs for 8:05. The speaker talks slowly, about 90 words per minute, so there is time to copy every sound. Only 73% of the words are among the 3,000 most common in English, so the vocabulary is demanding.
Key vocabulary in this video
The 15 most advanced words in the video, with pronunciation and meaning:
| Word | Pronunciation | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| admire verb | /ədˈmaɪɹ/ | To regard with wonder and delight. |
| unwavering adjective | /ˌənˈweɪvəɹɪŋ/ | Always on course and steady. |
| timeless adjective | Eternal. | |
| adept adjective | /əˈdɛpt/ | Well skilled; completely versed; thoroughly proficient. |
| adroit adjective | /əˈdɹɔɪt/ | deft, dexterous, or skillful |
| masterful adjective | Of or pertaining to the manner of a master of an art, technique, profession, or craft; masterly. | |
| resilient adjective | /ɹɪˈzɪl.jənt/ | Returning quickly to original shape after force is applied; elastic. (of objects or substances) |
| uplifting adjective | Improving the mood; causing cheerfulness. | |
| optimism noun | /ˈɑptɪmɪzəm/ | a tendency to expect the best, or at least, a favourable outcome |
| kindness noun | /ˈkaɪnd.nəs/ | The state of being kind. |
| inspire verb | /ɪnˈspaɪə(ɹ)/ | To infuse into the mind; to communicate to the spirit; to convey, as by a divine or supernatural influence; to disclose preternaturally; to produce in, as by… |
| charm noun | /t͡ʃɑɹm/ | An object, act or words believed to have magic power (usually carries a positive connotation). |
| remarkable adjective | /ɹɪˈmɑɹ.kə.bl̩/ | Worthy of remark; notable; interesting. |
| admirable noun | /ˈæd.məɹ.ə.bəl/ | The quality, state, or an example of being admirable. |
| captivate verb | /ˈkæptəˌveɪt/ | To attract and hold (someone's) attention and interest; to charm, to entrance, to fascinate, to enchain. |
Phrasal verbs you will hear
| Word | Meaning |
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| stand out verb | To jut out, protrude (from a surface etc.). |
Grammar in this video
The structures the speaker uses most, with the exact words from the video:
| Structure | In the video |
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| Passive voice be + past participle — the focus is on what happens, not who does it | are characterized · is matched |
| Verb + -ing enjoy, keep, stop… + -ing — verbs that are followed by the -ing form | practice describing · practice saying |
Pronunciation to watch
- The “th” sounds: empathy /ˈɛmpəθi/, enthusiasm /ɪnˈθuziæzəm/, grandfather /ˈɡɹæn(d)ˌfɑðɚ/, gather /ˈɡæðɚ/
- The “sh” and “zh” sounds: inspirational /ˌɪnspəˈɹeɪʃənəl/, cherish /ˈt͡ʃɛɹɪʃ/, hardship /ˈhɑɹdˌʃɪp/, infectious /ɪnˈfɛk.ʃəs/, showcase /ˈʃoʊˌkeɪs/
- Long words — get the stress right: unwavering /ˌənˈweɪvəɹɪŋ/, optimism /ˈɑptɪmɪzəm/, admirable /ˈæd.məɹ.ə.bəl/, exemplary /ɪɡˈzɛmpləɹi/, undeniable /ˌʌn.dɪˈnaɪ.(j)ə.bəɫ/
How to practise with this video
- Listen to the whole video once without speaking and note the words you do not know.
- Shadow it sentence by sentence at normal speed, repeating each one until your rhythm matches the speaker.
- Record yourself and compare with the original, paying attention to words like admire, unwavering, timeless.
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.