Shadowing is an imitation training technique where you repeat content while or shortly after hearing audio. This method simultaneously trains listening, speaking, and pronunciation, and is one of the most effective ways to improve language fluency.
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Learning Tips
The correct shadowing steps are: First, listen carefully to the original audio, paying attention to pronunciation, intonation, and rhythm; then immediately repeat, trying to mimic all features of the original; finally, record and compare, identify differences, and practice repeatedly. The focus is not on memorizing content, but on imitating the sound.
It's recommended to repeat each sentence at least 10-20 times until you can say it fluently and naturally. For more difficult sentences, you may need more repetitions. Quality is more important than quantity - make sure you're improving with each practice.
Use DictoGo's recording comparison feature to visually see the difference between your pronunciation waveform and the original. Focus on the intonation curve and rhythm, not just individual phonemes. You can also ask native speakers or teachers for feedback.
When you encounter new words, tap the word to see detailed definitions, pronunciation, and examples. It's recommended to listen to the full content first, mark unfamiliar words, then study them together. After learning, listen and read again to test your comprehension.