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Do you ever get your tongue-twisted when you try to talk in English? Even the best English speakers had to start somewhere, so read on and learn some of their secrets...
Putting the pieces together
To speak English well, a number of different elements need to work together: knowing (and choosing) suitable vocabulary, using the right grammar and sentence patterns, and producing the correct sounds, stress patterns, rhythm and intonation. That all sounds very complicated but by simply working on these individual elements you will see vast improvements when they all start to fall-together.
Two-way process
Speaking is about interacting with another person and involves listening, as well as talking. You can check that the other person is following by using simple conversation strategies, like emphasizing key words, rephrasing or using expressions likeYou know what I mean? or Don't you agree?
It's not just what you say...
Non-verbal communication is very important for effective speaking, even for native English speakers. Use gestures, body language and facial expressions for explanation or emphasis, and try to read what the other person's body language is saying.
Sing a song!
Music is a great way to improve your speaking skills, practice the rhythm of the language and learn some useful expressions. Look up the lyrics (song words) to your favourite songs on the Internet and then practice singing them aloud.
Take a chance!
You need the right attitude to improve your English. Look for every opportunity to practice speaking; like talking to people at parties, approaching a foreigner who looks lost, saying hello to a foreigner when shopping in a store or just putting up your hand when your teacher asks a question.
Putting the pieces together
To speak English well, a number of different elements need to work together: knowing (and choosing) suitable vocabulary, using the right grammar and sentence patterns, and producing the correct sounds, stress patterns, rhythm and intonation. That all sounds very complicated but by simply working on these individual elements you will see vast improvements when they all start to fall-together.
Two-way process
Speaking is about interacting with another person and involves listening, as well as talking. You can check that the other person is following by using simple conversation strategies, like emphasizing key words, rephrasing or using expressions likeYou know what I mean? or Don't you agree?
It's not just what you say...
Non-verbal communication is very important for effective speaking, even for native English speakers. Use gestures, body language and facial expressions for explanation or emphasis, and try to read what the other person's body language is saying.
Sing a song!
Music is a great way to improve your speaking skills, practice the rhythm of the language and learn some useful expressions. Look up the lyrics (song words) to your favourite songs on the Internet and then practice singing them aloud.
Take a chance!
You need the right attitude to improve your English. Look for every opportunity to practice speaking; like talking to people at parties, approaching a foreigner who looks lost, saying hello to a foreigner when shopping in a store or just putting up your hand when your teacher asks a question.
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