Online resources

To practice American English shadowing, a method where you repeat what a native speaker says immediately after they say it, I recommend these websites: ELLLO (English Listening Lesson Library Online): Website: elllo.org Offers a vast collection of audio tracks featuring speakers from various English-speaking countries, including the United States. The variety of accents and topics is great for shadowing practice. VOA Learning English: Website: learningenglish.voanews.com Voice of America provides news and stories in American English with transcripts. Their slow and clear narration is ideal for shadowing beginners. TED Talks: Website: ted.com While not exclusively American, many speakers use American English. You can watch talks on various topics and follow along with transcripts. FluentU: Website: fluentu.com FluentU uses real-world videos like movie trailers, music videos, and inspiring talks, and turns them into personalized language lessons. Rachel's English: Website: rachelsenglish.com Rachel offers a series of videos specifically aimed at American English pronunciation, ideal for shadowing exercises. ESL-Lab: Website: esl-lab.com Contains a variety of listening exercises with different accents and topics, good for advanced shadowing practice. Remember, the key to effective shadowing is to choose material that suits your current level of understanding and to practice regularly. You might also want to repeat the same audio several times until you feel comfortable with the pace and pronunciation.