SHADOWING: AN SPECIAL TECHNIQUE
What is it? "Shadowing is when you listen to someone speaking in English and try to repeat what they say, exactly how they say it"; It helps you improve your pronunciation, intonation and even your listening skills. It's liike beind a shadow, following every move. Start your journey with one of the next videos. (Click on the picture) How to do shadowing effectively? Step 1: Choose Accent. Select the accent you want to sound like, British or American. Then, choose a video material that matches your interests. Step 2: Listen Actively. Play the selected audio or video material and listen attentively to the native speaker. Pay close attention to their pronunciation, intonation, rhythm, and pacing. If needed, you can check the phonetic transcription of each word. Step 3: Repeat. As the native speaker talks, attempt to repeat what they say after each pause. This means speaking at the same pace as the speaker, using the same intonation, and mimicking their pronunciation. Step...