Shadowing Practice: What This Stupid Thief Did Next Will Surprise You! | Easy English Story - Learn English Speaking with Video
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Who put a tiger here?
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Who wants tea?
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I want my glasses first.
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Dad, they are on your head.
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Perfect family.
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Busy family.
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Easy job.
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Did anyone hear that?
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I only hear Dad losing things.
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That is not funny.
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Where is my phone?
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Shh, door.
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Work with me.
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What was that?
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Maybe the wind.
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The wind opened the back door?
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Dangerous.
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This means not safe.
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For example, the thief thought the house was dangerous.
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It means the house was not safe.
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the truth.
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If there is a thief, I will make him flat like bread.
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I should have chosen another house.
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Okay.
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Game on.
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Why is my toy car driving alone?
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Maybe it has dreams.
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Nobody jokes now.
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Was that plant always wearing shoes?
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No shoes.
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I need sleep.
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So he came from there.
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Why is everything noisy?
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My keys!
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Why are my keys here?
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I put them there.
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No, you did not.
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Maybe future me did.
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Mom, the clothes are walking.
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I am not a thief.
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I am now dirty laundry.
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Stay quiet, kid.
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Don't move.
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Something is wrong.
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The basket attacked me.
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Dad, you are on the sofa.
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That is my safe place.
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Ghost Grandma.
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Now he trapped himself a little.
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Good.
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I can hide here. Is someone inside?
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I am ready.
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Leo, do something.
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He may try to escape from there.
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No easy way out Happy thief day to me disguise Smart. Who is inside?
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Meow.
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A cat with shoes?
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Maybe it is a fashion cat.
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I hate cleaning items.
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This cat is very strong.
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Not a cat.
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See?
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I am winning.
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I planned that.
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Who put this strange statue here?
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That statue is breathing.
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Move legs, move.
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It is winter inside.
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Now he is a soup thief.
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Thief.
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A thief is a person who steals things.
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For example, the thief entered the house at night.
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He is a soup thief.
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Don't chase him.
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We need to make him stay.
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I can annoy him.
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Dear mysterious soup thief, are you hungry?
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Lily, do not feed criminals.
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Maybe give him old bitter tea.
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Fire!
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My math is on fire! Do you want more?
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Why is this family so sour?
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Good dog stay down police already.
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Yes police are everywhere Dad too much Stop rotating you stop first not yet Not that vase Is it expensive? expensive
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expensive means costing a lot of money if you spend us so much money on something it means it is expensive.
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For example, this phone is very expensive.
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Police there is a thief inside my frienders house Also,
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my noodles are cold Let go small lion good boy Save my meetings Why is the house becoming a horror movie?
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Welcome to thief talent show wake up neighbors.
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This is not theft.
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This is a music attack who is playing drums at midnight a A thief!
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Good luck!
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This house has weather.
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Now he is a kitchen soldier. That was tomorrow's cake.
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I can explain.
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Run!
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The cake changed everything.
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Good.
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Go where I want.
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You have a plan, right?
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Yes.
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Is it safe?
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Mostly.
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What means mostly?
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He wants valuables, so we give him fake valuables.
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Fake.
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It means not real.
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For example, this watch is fake.
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Give him fake valuables.
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I love this!
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Rich garbage!
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This remote is very valuable.
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It does not work.
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Emotionally valuable.
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Now we wait.
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Old books?
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Heavy box.
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Maybe gold hidden inside.
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Act normal.
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Oh no, our very expensive old book box is here.
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Too normal.
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Why is knowledge so heavy?
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I hope nobody takes that box full of secret money.
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Come on, treasure!
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Surprise!
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Surprise.
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It means something unexpected that you not expect that to happen.
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It is surprise.
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For example, they gave me a surprise gift.
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It means you never expected that they would give you a gift.
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Move, kid!
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You should give back the bag.
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Is this a family or a circus?
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A family circus. With snacks.
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He is going up.
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Good.
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Who leaves toys on stairs?
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Why me?
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Bring the rope from the balcony clothesline.
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And do not tie Dad by mistake.
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No promise.
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Too colorful.
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My eyes hurt.
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Great.
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Now I sparkle.
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Perfect.
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Now we can track him.
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This girl keeps weapons. That is Mr. Noodle.
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Leave my daughter's room.
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Wrong room.
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Hello, little machine.
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Why do children carry bricks?
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Education is heavy.
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I am here.
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Give me one minute.
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The thief has theme music.
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My room.
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My secret chocolate.
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Your what?
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Again with clothes.
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Where's my laptop bag?
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The laundry is alive.
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Alive.
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Alive means living not dead.
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If something is not dead, it means it is alive.
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For example, the fish is still alive.
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Let go, fluffy police!
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He is inside.
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Also, please be careful.
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They are using pillows.
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Pillows?
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Do not scare him out.
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Keep him in the living room.
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Before you go, one question.
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What?
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Do you like spicy chips?
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I am not thief.
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I am ghost.
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Same ghost from before?
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Dear ghost, please return my wallet.
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Wait, why did I do that? And that!
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You tricked me! tricked me my boring office files are safe you walked into every trick yourself that is worse
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you are coming with us can i at least wash off
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the glitter no it suits you did he steal this broken
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remote too very dangerous item this is very clear evidence he really became laundry i had a bad night
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Thank God you are safe.
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My money is safe.
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What money?
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How did you stay so calm?
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I watched.
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I waited.
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I used my brain.
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Good work, young man.
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He gets it from me.
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Maybe from his mother.
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Nice costume.
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I lost my dinner, but we caught a thief.
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Hero problems.
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So, who will Cleel?
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Me?
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You were very brave on the sofa.
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Ha.
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The thief is arrested, but the cake is still hurt.
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Sigh! So sad.
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See?
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Like new.
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New from which planet?
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Can I go home now?
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Even the dog got my dinner.
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Why is my tongue calling fire service?
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You were so cool. That is real courage.
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Dad is now a chicken.
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That chicken has been rude all night.
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Stop helping.
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I am making it shine.
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The thief is safe in custody.
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Thank you, officer.
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Ask if he still sparkles.
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It is over.
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Everyone screams.
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The broom attacked again.
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Detective Momo.
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He solved the case.
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He helped.
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Next time, can we just sleep?
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Yes, but lock the back door first.
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Okay, maybe I forgot.
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Best scary night ever.
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Worst cleaning day ever.
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If a thief comes to your house, stay calm, stay safe, and call the police.
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And use your brain before you use your broom.
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Please subscribe, like, and share.
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I will never rob a family with children again.
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Good idea.
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Water.
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Water!
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The thief was right!
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Case closed!
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Please subscribe, like and share, take care and goodbye!
About This Lesson
In this engaging lesson, you will enhance your English speaking skills by practicing dialogue from a humorous story about a thief and a family's reactions to unusual events. By participating in this lively narrative, you will improve your English pronunciation and comprehension through the use of the shadowing technique. Not only will you work on your vocabulary, but you'll also gain insights into casual conversational tones and everyday phrases that can enrich your English language skills. This lesson is designed for learners of all levels who want to sound more natural and fluid in their speech.
Key Vocabulary & Phrases
- Dangerous - Refers to something that poses a risk or is potentially harmful.
- Thief - A person who steals, often secretly.
- Lost - Unable to find something you had before.
- Make someone flat - A humorous expression meaning to defeat or overpower someone.
- Safe place - A location where one feels secure and protected.
- Ghost - The spirit of a dead person, often depicted in stories.
- Noisy - Producing a lot of sound; loud.
- Dreams - Aspirations or thoughts experienced during sleep.
Practice Tips
To effectively use the shadowing technique with the dialogue from this video, follow these tips:
- Start Slow: Listen to the audio at a slower pace initially. This will help you grasp each word clearly, making it easier to imitate the speaker's pronunciation and intonation.
- Focus on Tone: Pay attention to the emotional tone throughout the story. Expressions like surprise and humor are essential to convey the right meaning.
- Repetition is Key: Listen to short phrases and repeat them. This approach will help you practice maintaining fluidity and rhythm in your speech.
- Record Yourself: Use your phone or a recording device to capture your attempts at shadowspeaks. Listening back will allow you to identify areas for improvement in your pronunciation.
- Practice with Variations: Once comfortable, experiment by slightly changing words or phrases, such as “the thief thought” to “the thief assumed,” to expand your vocabulary and adapt to different contexts.
By incorporating these practice tips and using shadowspeak regularly, you will significantly improve English pronunciation while mastering the art of shadow speech. Engage with the story and watch your confidence grow!
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.