Become a Master of Spoken English
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<strong>Become</strong> a <strong>Master</strong><br />
<strong>of</strong> <strong>Spoken</strong> <strong>English</strong>
Break it down then build it up.<br />
know (and choose) suitable vocabulary,<br />
use the right grammar and sentence<br />
patterns, and produce the correct sounds,<br />
stress patterns, rhythm and intonation.<br />
Work on these individual elements<br />
separately then practise putting them<br />
together to make your speech more<br />
accurate and fluent.
Check that the other person is following,<br />
by using conversation strategies like<br />
emphasizing key words, rephrasing, or<br />
using expressions like ‘You know what I<br />
mean?’ or ‘Don’t you agree?’<br />
Give the other person a chance to speak<br />
and use their answers and to help you<br />
think about what to say next.
Use gestures, body language and facial<br />
expressions for explanation or emphasis,<br />
and try to read what the other person’s<br />
body language is saying.<br />
You need the right attitude to improve<br />
your <strong>English</strong>. Look for every opportunity<br />
to practice speaking.
Think in <strong>English</strong> If you are on the<br />
train or bus, then describe the people<br />
around you (in your head, not aloud!),<br />
and when you go to sleep, go over<br />
the day’s events in <strong>English</strong>.<br />
Record yourself speaking and then<br />
listen to the tape, or ask a native<br />
speaker for some advice.
Make a note <strong>of</strong> all the conversations you<br />
had in <strong>English</strong> along with aspects you did<br />
well and things you could improve on. Use<br />
this to track your progress throughout the<br />
year and set yourself new goals.<br />
If you feel you need extra practice and<br />
want to interact with other <strong>English</strong><br />
learners, join <strong>Spoken</strong> <strong>English</strong> Coaching<br />
Classes.
Thank You