Shadowing Practice: Tactics for Listening Third Edition Basic Unit 1 Introductions and Names - Learn English Speaking with Video

This lesson focuses on real-life introductions and sharing contact details, perfect for anyone looking to build confidence in everyday English interactions. You’ll practice understanding and repeating names, email addresses, and phone numbers—skills that matter when meeting new people, whether at a party, work, or a class. By the end, you’ll feel more comfortable catching tricky spellings and correcting misunderstandings, which is key for clear communication. It’s a great way to learn English with videos and turn simple dialogues into practical speaking skills.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

• What's your name? – A classic way to ask for someone’s name.
• How do you spell that? – Essential when names or words are hard to catch.
• Could I please have your email address? – Polite and common for getting contact info.
• My cell is... – Short for "cell phone," a casual way to share a mobile number.
• Actually, it's... – Useful for gently correcting a mistake, like a misspelled name or wrong number.

Practice Tips

To make the most of this video, try shadow speak (repeating the dialogue out loud right after the speaker). The conversations are slow and clear, so start by pausing after each line and copying the tone—notice how "Alina" is stressed on the first syllable, or how "Rosenblum" is broken into "Rose-en-blum." This helps improve English pronunciation and trains your ear to catch details. For phone numbers, like "555-2398," say them aloud quickly, mimicking the natural flow. Don’t worry if you stumble—repeat tricky parts (like "coolgal at r-o-l dot com") until they feel smooth. This kind of english speaking practice turns passive listening into active learning, making real-world conversations feel easier. Keep at it, and soon you’ll be introducing yourself and sharing details like a pro!