Shadowing Practice: Walter White's First Chemistry Lesson | Pilot | Breaking Bad - Learn English Speaking with Video
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Chemistry is the study of matter.
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But I prefer to see it as the study of change.
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Now just think about this.
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Electrons.
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They change their energy levels.
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Molecules.
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Molecules change their bonds.
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Elements.
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They combine and change into compounds.
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Well that's all of life, right?
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I mean, it's just.. it's the constant.
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It's the cycle.
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It's solution, dissolution, just over and over and over.
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It is growth, then decay, then transformation.
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It is fascinating, really.
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Chad, is there something wrong with your table?
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Okay.
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Ionic Bonds. Are you done?
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Ionic Bonds.
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Chapter 6.
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Thank you.
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Vocabulary and speaking notes for this lesson
This speaking lesson is built on the video “Walter White's First Chemistry Lesson”. This video has 21 sentences and 95 words to shadow. The speech runs for 1:34. The speaker talks slowly, about 60 words per minute, so there is time to copy every sound.
Key vocabulary in this video
12 words from the video worth learning, with pronunciation and meaning:
| Word | Pronunciation | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| molecule noun | /ˈmɑ.lɪ.kjul/ | The smallest particle of a specific element or compound that retains the chemical properties of that element or compound; two or more atoms held together by… |
| element noun | /ˈɛləmənt/ | One of the simplest or essential parts or principles of which anything consists, or upon which the constitution or fundamental powers of anything are based. |
| chemistry noun | /ˈkɛm.ɪ.stɹi/ | The branch of natural science that deals with the composition and constitution of substances and the changes that they undergo as a consequence of alterations… |
| transformation noun | /ˌtɹæns.fɔɹˈmeɪ.ʃən/ | The act of transforming or the state of being transformed. |
| compound noun | /ˈkɑmpaʊnd/ | Anything made by combining several things. |
| combine verb | /kəmˈbaɪn/ | To bring (two or more things or activities) together; to unite. |
| chad noun | /t͡ʃæd/ | Small pieces of paper punched out from the edges of continuous stationery, or from ballot papers, paper tape, punched cards, etc. |
| decay noun | /diˈkeɪ/ | Rot; any processes or result of organic matter being gradually decomposed, especially by microbial action. |
| dissolution noun | /ˌdɪsəˈluʃən/ | The termination of an organized body or legislative assembly, especially a formal dismissal. |
| electrons noun | The digital or electronic version of a document. | |
| ionic adjective | /aɪˈɒnɪk/ | of, relating to, or containing ions |
| fascinate verb | /ˈfæsɪneɪt/ | To evoke an intense interest or attraction in someone. |
Pronunciation to watch
- The “sh” and “zh” sounds: transformation /ˌtɹæns.fɔɹˈmeɪ.ʃən/, dissolution /ˌdɪsəˈluʃən/
- Long words — get the stress right: transformation /ˌtɹæns.fɔɹˈmeɪ.ʃən/, dissolution /ˌdɪsəˈluʃən/
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 molecule, element, chemistry.
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.