Tips on improving your English speaking skills
You want to learn how to speak English fluently, but do not know where to start? Don’t worry, this post will help you to speak English fluently:
Just follow the tips below on ‘Tips on improving your English speaking skills’
1. Start with believing in yourself.
“Believe in yourself, and the rest will fall into place. Have faith in your own abilities, work hard and there is nothing you cannot accomplish.” – Brad Henry.
It is a very well-known fact that if anyone wants to do succeed in life, they must believe in themselves. We have to believe in ourselves and in our abilities because our inner faith will create our external results.
2. Listen. Speak. Read. Write. Repeat.
Listen a little. Speak a little. Read a little. Write a little. Then, listen a little more. Speak a little more. Read a little more. Write a little more. Do this, till it becomes a habit. The more you hear, the easier it will be for you to use new key expressions and words in an English conversation.
3. Keep your ears open.
English is everywhere. It’s in online videos, news channels, on radio. So listen and build your vocabulary. When most students listen to a native English-speaker, they focus on understanding what all the words mean. This is definitely important, but there is a lot more you can learn from listening. Try listening not just to what the words mean, but to how the person says them.
Notice which words the person links together in a sentence, or when they say “ya” instead of “you.” Try to remember these details the next time you speak and your English will begin to sound more natural.
4. Find the answer in the question.
Listen carefully when someone asks you a question in English and you’ll answer perfectly every time. If someone asks you a question and you’re not sure how to answer, start by thinking about the words used in the question. The person has already said most of the words you need to make your answer.
5. Make the mirror your best friend.
The most important relationship you’ll ever have is the one you have with yourself.
When you know and love who you see in the mirror, you find the answers and acceptance you’ve been seeking in others. When you learn to cultivate a healthy relationship with yourself, you also pursue healthier relationships with those around you.
When you become your own best friend, you become a more fulfilled you.
Speak to yourself in English, and it will make you feel confident about the way you are speaking.
6. Surround yourself in English.
You’ve probably heard others say this before, right?
Listen to things in English. Read things in English. Watch things in English. And there’s a good reason why so many people recommend this:
Because it works. Doing things in English will help you reach fluency faster.
6. Read full sentences.
Sentences are everywhere.
That’s right.
I don’t know if you’ve noticed lately, but they’re all around you!
You learnt Hindi, Tamil or Telugu in full sentences. Then why should learning English be any different. Read full sentences, speak in sentences.
7. Keep calm and do not worry about grammar.
Remember, even those who speak English fluently make grammatical mistakes. But, what they do right, is communicate without worrying about them. The key to learning a language is finding a balance between studying and practicing. Fluent English speaking isn’t the same as knowing perfect English grammar—even native English speakers make grammar mistakes! Fluency is about being able to communicate. Don’t be afraid to make mistakes–your goal is to deliver a message, not perfect grammar and vocabulary.
8. Learn a word a day.
Keep your fear of new English words away. Starting each day with a fresh word can be intellectually nourishing—and more enjoyable than a bowl of All-Bran.
Here are some word sites: all are free and available through e-mail subscriptions.
• A.Word.A.Day
• Oxford English Dictionary Word of the Day
• Merriam-Webster’s Word of the Day
• Dictionary.com Word of the Day
• The Learning Network (The New York Times)
• The Quotations Page Word of the Day
And moreover use the word before it leaves you. Use the new word immediately to feel confident about it’s usage.
10. Practice. Practice. Practice. Till it makes you perfect.
There are no shortcuts in life. Definitely, no shortcuts to learn English. Only practice makes perfect–constantly look for opportunities to do so.
And finally always ‘Be proud and happy’ when people understand what you’re saying and when you’re able to carry on a perfect conversation.
Now you know how simple it is to master spoken English! With this guide on how to speak English, all you need is to start practicing regularly and you’ll learn English fluently in no time.
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https://www.busuu.com/en/a/o/speak-english-fluently
https://www.tofluency.com/tips-fluent-english/
https://www.rin.in/tips/tip/how-to-speak-english-fluently-and-confidently–10-simple-tips/15
https://www.fluentu.com/blog/english/how-to-speak-english-well-fluently/