https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VbBoHLxov-E This week, we’re taking your English out into the real world! Many Brazilians struggle with the pronunciation of American states, and that’s completely normal! Some names are very different from what we would expect in Portuguese. Your challenge 🔥 Watch the video where you’ll hear the names of all50 U.S. states. Listen carefully, repeat the names out loud, and pay attention to the pronunciation. 👉 Don’t just watch, SPEAK! Pause the video if you need to and repeat the names until they feel more natural. This video is a gold mine for improving your pronunciation and getting more familiar with the geography of the United States. 🇺🇸 💬 NOW, TELL US: 1. Which U.S. state would you most like to visit, and why? 2. Which state name were you pronouncing incorrectly before watching the video? 3. If you could choose one place to live in the United States, which state would you choose and why? 🏡 Write them below and practice saying them out loud! 🎤

This week, we’re doing a shadowing challenge using President Trump’s AI-generated video (yes, he posted that 🤣). I added both English and Portuguese subtitles to make it easier to follow along. You’ll also find the script attached below. Feel free to print it or write the lines down on a piece of paper before you start recording. Your challenge: ✅ Record all of Trump’s lines throughout the video. ✅ Then, choose ONE patient (Patient 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, or 6) and record all of that patient’s lines as well. Your goal is to imitate the speaker as closely as possible. Pay attention to: - Pronunciation - Intonation - Rhythm - Emotion Before you record, listen to my example audio so you know exactly what I’m looking for. I personally chose Patient 3. When you’re finished, upload your recording here, and I’ll personally give you feedback on your pronunciation, intonation, rhythm, and overall delivery. I’m excited to hear your recordings! 🇺🇸🎙️

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