Pratique du Shadowing: Let It Be - Apprendre l'anglais à l'oral avec la vidéo

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When I find myself in times of trouble Mother Mary comes to me Speaking words of wisdom,
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let it be And in my hour of darkness,
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she is standing right in front of me Speaking words of wisdom,
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let it be Let it be,
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let it be, let it be Let it be, whisper words of wisdom, let it be
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And when the broken hearted people living in the world agree There will be an answer,
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let it be For though they may be parted,
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there is still a chance that they will see There will be an answer,
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let it be Let it be, let it be, let it be Oh,
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let it be, there will be an answer Let it be Let it be,
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let it be, let it be Oh, let it be, whisper words of wisdom Let it be
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And when the night is cloudy, there is still a light that shines on me Shine until tomorrow,
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let it be I wake up to the sound of music,
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Mother Mary comes to me Speaking words of wisdom,
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let it be Let it be Let it be,
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let it be, oh, let it be Whisper words of wisdom,
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let it be Let it be, let it be, let it be,
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oh, let it be Whisper words of wisdom, let it be

Who Will Benefit from This Video?

This video is perfect for intermediate English learners looking to boost their speaking fluency and emotional expression. Whether you’re practicing the shadowing technique (repeating speech in real time) or just want to sound more natural, the slow, melodic pace of the lyrics makes it easy to follow. It’s also great for anyone aiming to connect language with feeling—you’ll learn to convey calmness and hope, skills that go beyond basic vocabulary.

Words & Idioms to Add to Your Toolkit

The video is packed with simple yet powerful phrases. "Speaking words of wisdom" is a beautiful way to describe giving thoughtful advice—try using it when talking about a friend who always has good ideas. "Broken hearted" is a common idiom for feeling deep sadness after a loss, and "whisper words" shows how tone affects meaning (soft, quiet speech here feels comforting). Even "let it be" is a versatile phrase—use it to tell someone to relax or accept a situation, like when a friend is stressed about a small mistake.

How to Nail the Accent & Flow

To master the pronunciation, focus on the rhythm—the video’s gentle pace means you can practice the shadowing technique without rushing. Notice how "let it be" is spoken with a soft "t" sound (almost like "leh it be") and the way "whisper" flows into "words" (no hard stop between them). For a more natural accent, mimic the rise and fall of the speaker’s voice—when they say "there will be an answer," the tone lifts slightly, making the phrase feel hopeful. If you’re using a shadowing app or shadowing site, slow down the video to match your speed, then gradually speed up. Tools like these help you sync your speech with the speaker, a trick that shadowspeaks experts swear by for improving fluency. Remember: it’s not just about saying the words—it’s about feeling the calmness behind them.

Qu'est-ce que la technique du Shadowing ?

Le Shadowing est une technique d'apprentissage des langues fondée sur la science, développée à l'origine pour la formation des interprètes professionnels. Le principe est simple mais puissant : vous écoutez de l'anglais natif et le répétez immédiatement à voix haute — comme une ombre suivant le locuteur avec un décalage de 1 à 2 secondes. Les recherches montrent une amélioration significative de la précision de la prononciation, de l'intonation, du rythme, des liaisons, de la compréhension orale et de la fluidité.