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Hey everyone, it's Eden here.
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You're listening to Learn English, the show where we chat about all kinds of topics to help you boost your English.
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Today, we're diving into a colorful world art.
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I've been looking forward to this one.
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Avery, are you ready to get creative?
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More than ready, Eden!
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I've always loved how art makes us see the world differently, and honestly, I think everyone has at least one strong opinion about art, whether they realize it or not.
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So, why don't we jump in by asking what actually is art?
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What a big question!
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For me, art is anything people create to express themselves, their ideas, or even their emotions.
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That could be a painting, but it could also be a song or a dance.
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I get that.
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Sometimes I think art is just what moves you anything that makes you feel something new, or lets you imagine a different world.
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It's pretty broad, but that's the magic of it.
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Totally.
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And I think that's why art is so important in daily life.
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Even if we don't visit museums every week, we're surrounded by art in music, films, and even street signs.
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That's a great point.
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I mean, can you imagine a day without any music or color?
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Life would feel so boring.
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Speaking of personal experience, have you always enjoyed making art yourself?
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Oh, here's a confession.
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I'm actually not that good at painting or drawing.
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But I used to love doodling in the margins of my notebooks during class.
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Every time I finished a little sketch, I felt secretly proud.
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I can relate!
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I'm not exactly a natural artist either, but I always enjoyed art classes, especially when the teacher let us try different materials, like charcoal or clay.
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There's something satisfying about making something with your hands, Definitely!
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Did you ever enter an art competition?
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I remember joining one in primary school, and even though I didn't win, I still have the drawing somewhere.
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It was a cat that looked more like a potato, honestly.
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That's adorable!
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I joined a poster contest once, too.
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My design was so colorful, I think the judges needed sunglasses.
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I didn't win either, but showing it to my friends made me feel like a real artist.
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Funny how those little moments stick with you.
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Art really comes in all shapes and sizes.
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When most people think of art, they picture a painting like a beautiful landscape or a portrait.
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But what about modern art or abstract art?
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Some people love it.
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Others just scratch their heads.
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Abstract art is so interesting because it doesn't have to look like anything real.
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It's more about colors and shapes, right?
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But then there's figurative art, where you can actually see people or objects.
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I'm always torn between the two.
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Same here.
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Sometimes I'm in the mood for something realistic, but other times, an abstract painting makes me think more.
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Then you have photography, graffiti, and even performance art like someone acting or dancing live.
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And let's not forget music, dance, or even cartoons and comics.
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I mean, who didn't grow up loving a comic strip or a cartoon show?
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Some people even argue that movies are the ultimate modern art form.
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That's a debate for another day.
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So, why do you think art matters in society?
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For me, it's how we share ideas and feelings that can't be put into simple words.
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Art can inspire, challenge, or even shock people.
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I agree, because sometimes, a painting or song says what people are afraid to say out loud.
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But art can be so controversial.
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For example, should nude paintings be considered art?
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Some love them.
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Others really don't.
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It's such a hot topic.
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personally.
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I think it depends on the intention if it's meant to express something deeper.
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It's art to me.
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What about graffiti?
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Is it art?
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or just vandalism.
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That's tricky.
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Some graffiti is just tags, but some of it is so creative and really brightens up a city.
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I'd say it's art, especially when it makes people stop and think.
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Imagine the world with no art at all.
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How empty would that feel?
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Speaking of inspiration.
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Do you have a favorite famous artist?
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Mine is probably Van Gogh.
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The colors in his paintings always amaze me.
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And I love visiting galleries when I travel.
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There's a special vibe you just can't get from a book.
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Van Gogh is such a classic.
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I'm a fan of Picasso, especially his blue period.
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Museums are my happy place, honestly.
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Last year, I visited a modern art museum in Berlin and saw a huge sculpture made from old bicycles.
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It was wild!
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That sounds incredible.
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If you could buy any artwork in the world, what would it be?
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I think I'd want a Monet painting.
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just to feel calm every time I look at it.
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Great choice!
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I'd probably pick something bold, like a piece by Frida Kahlo.
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Her art just feels so personal and strong.
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Imagining these in my living room makes me laugh a little.
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Now.
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Design is everywhere around us, even beyond art galleries.
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Think about fashion designers or how we decorate our homes.
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I love picking out colorful cushions and art prints for my walls.
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It makes my space feel alive.
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Absolutely choosing clothes or arranging your room is a way to express style and creativity.
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I read a quote from William Morris: "Have nothing in your houses
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that you do not know to be useful or believe to be beautiful.
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I try to remember that when I'm shopping for anything new.
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That's such wise advice.
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It reminds me that design isn't only about looks, but also about how things work for us in daily life.
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Even something like a mug or a lamp can be a tiny piece of art.
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Let's share some handy art vocabulary for our listeners.
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For example, abstract means art that doesn't try to show real things, just shapes, colors, and forms.
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And figurative is the opposite.
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It shows real objects or people that you can recognize.
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Medium is another useful word.
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It means the material an artist uses, like oil paint, clay, or even digital tools.
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If you go to an art exhibition, that's a special show, often in a gallery.
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And a critic is a person who reviews or judges art.
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Sometimes critics can be harsh, I love the word influences.
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It means what inspires an artist's style.
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And then there's shock art which is art made to surprise or even upset people and performance art, where the artist uses actions or their body instead of a painting or sculpture.
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Don't forget graffiti, which we mentioned earlier, and a pictorial movement is when a group of artists work in a similar way or style at the same time.
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Vocabulary makes it easier to talk about all these cool ideas.
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Wow, we've covered so much ground. So.
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What is art?
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It's all about expression, creativity, and sharing emotions in many forms.
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Exactly.
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People create art to show their feelings, to make a statement, or sometimes just for the fun of it.
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And we've seen that art can be a painting, music, performance, even graffiti or comics.
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Plus, art is everywhere in daily life, from the clothes we wear to the music we listen to.
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It's part of what makes life interesting and beautiful.
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Let's finish with a quick quiz for our listeners.
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First question: If you could visit any art museum in the world, where would you go and why?
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Great one.
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Here's another.
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Do you think graffiti should be considered art or not?
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Give your reasons.
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And one more: What's your favorite type of art painting, music, dance, or something else?
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Tell us why it speaks to you.
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We'd love to hear your answers, so feel free to share them with us.
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This has been such a colorful chat, Eden.
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I always leave these talks with new ideas and a long list of artists to look up.
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Same here, Avery.
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Thanks for joining us, listeners.
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Remember.
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Keep exploring art in your daily life and don't be afraid to create, even if your drawings look like potatoes.
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We'll be back next time with another topic to help you learn English and see the world in new ways.
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Until then, keep learning and stay creative.
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Bye everyone!
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Bye.
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And don't forget to check out the show notes for vocabulary and more art inspiration.
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See you soon on Learn English.
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本课的词汇与口语要点
这节 B2 级别的口语课以视频“Talking About Art in English”为素材。 视频中反复出现的词有：painting, artist, graffiti。 这段视频共有 145 个句子、1416 个单词可供跟读。 讲话部分时长为 7:57。 说话人语速自然，每分钟约 178 个词，接近日常对话。 83% 的单词属于英语最常用的 3,000 词，其余的词建议在练习前先学一下。
视频中的重点词汇
视频中最难的 15 个单词，附发音和释义：
| 单词 | 发音 | 释义 |
|---|---|---|
| graffiti 名词 | /ɡɹəˈfi.ti/ | 塗鴉 /涂鸦 |
| colorful 形容词 | /ˈkʌl.əɹ.fl̩/ | 豔 /艳 |
| abstract 名词 | /ˈæbˌstɹækt/ | 摘要 |
| listener 名词 | /ˈlɪs(ə)nɚ/ | 傾聽者 /倾听者, 聽者 /听者 |
| vocabulary 名词 | /vəˈkæb.jə.lə.ɹi/ | 詞匯 /词汇, 語匯 /语汇 |
| figurative 形容词 | /ˈfɪɡəɹətɪv/ | 比喻, 象徵 /象征 |
| sculpture 名词 | /ˈskʌlpt͡ʃɚ/ | 雕塑, 雕像 |
| critic 名词 | /ˈkɹɪt.ɪk/ | 批評家 /批评家, 評論家 /评论家 |
| inspire 动词 | /ɪnˈspaɪə(ɹ)/ | 授意, 鼓舞 |
| creativity 名词 | /kri.eɪˈtɪv.ᵻ.ti/ | 創造力 /创造力, 創造性 /创造性 |
| cloth 名词 | /klɒθ/ | 布, 布料 |
| cartoon 名词 | /kɑɹˈtun/ | 卡通, 諷刺畫 /讽刺画 |
| potato 名词 | /pəˈteɪ.təʊ/ | 土豆, 馬鈴薯 /马铃薯 |
| emotion 名词 | /ɪˈməʊ.ʃən/ | 感情, 情感 |
| decorate 动词 | /ˈdɛkəɹeɪt/ | 裝飾 /装饰, 布置 |
视频中出现的短语动词
| 单词 | 发音 | 释义 |
|---|---|---|
| check out 动词 | 退房 | |
| grow up 动词 | 長大 /长大 | |
| look forward to 动词 | 期待, 向往 | |
| look up 动词 | /ˌlʊk ˈʌp/ | 仰, 上看 |
值得反复跟读的句子
视频中简短而完整的句子，可以直接用在日常对话里：
- Today, we're diving into a colorful world art.
- I've been looking forward to this one.
- Avery, are you ready to get creative?
- Did you ever enter an art competition?
- Do you have a favorite famous artist?
视频中的语法
说话人最常用的结构，并附上视频中的原话：
| 结构 | 视频中的用法 |
|---|---|
| 现在完成时 have/has + 过去分词 — 过去发生但与现在仍有关联的事 | I've always loved · we've covered · we've seen |
| 被动语态 be + 过去分词 — 强调发生了什么，而不是谁做的 | can't be put · be considered · should be considered |
| 定语从句 who / which + 从句 — 补充说明人或事物 | person who reviews · art which is |
需要注意的发音
说话人用了 32 次缩略和弱读形式，例如 don't, I'm, didn't。请按听到的简短形式来说。
- “sh” 和 “zh” 音: emotion /ɪˈməʊ.ʃən/, cushion /ˈkʊʃən/, confession /kənˈfɛʃən/, harsh /ˈhɑɹʃ/
- 长单词——注意重音位置: vocabulary /vəˈkæb.jə.lə.ɹi/, figurative /ˈfɪɡəɹətɪv/, creativity /kri.eɪˈtɪv.ᵻ.ti/, pictorial /pɪkˈtɔɹi.əl/, adorable /əˈdoɹ.əˌbəl/
中文母语者容易读错的音：
- /v/ — 不要读成 /w/，上齿轻触下唇: vocabulary /vəˈkæb.jə.lə.ɹi/, figurative /ˈfɪɡəɹətɪv/, creativity /kri.eɪˈtɪv.ᵻ.ti/, vandalism /ˈvændəlɪzm̩/, vibe /vaɪb/
- 词尾辅音 — 要读清楚，后面不要加元音: abstract /ˈæbˌstɹækt/, figurative /ˈfɪɡəɹətɪv/, critic /ˈkɹɪt.ɪk/, cloth /klɒθ/, decorate /ˈdɛkəɹeɪt/
- /r/ 和 /l/ 的区别: colorful /ˈkʌl.əɹ.fl̩/, vocabulary /vəˈkæb.jə.lə.ɹi/, pictorial /pɪkˈtɔɹi.əl/, charcoal /ˈt͡ʃɑɹ.koʊl/, secretly /ˈsiː.kɹɪt.li/
如何用这段视频练习
- 先完整听一遍视频，不要开口，记下不认识的单词。
- 先用 0.75 倍速逐句跟读，熟练之后再回到正常速度。
- 录下自己的声音并与原声对比，特别注意 graffiti, colorful, abstract 这类单词。
什么是跟读法？
跟读法 (Shadowing) 是一种有科学依据的语言学习技巧，最初开发用于专业口译员的培训，并由多语言者Alexander Arguelles博士普及。这个方法简单而强大：您在听英语母语原声的同时立即大声重复——就像是一个延迟1-2秒紧跟说话者的影子。与被动听力或语法练习不同，跟读法强迫您的大脑和口腔肌肉同时处理并模仿真实的讲话模式。研究表明它能显着提高发音准确性，语调，节奏，连读，听力理解和口语流利度——使其成为雅思口语备考和真实英语交流最有效的方法之一。