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Boost Your English Speaking

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BOOST YOUR ENGLISH SPEAKING: SIMPLE Here there are practical actions you can take:

STRATEGIES FOR SUCCESS


1. Dive into English: Read books, watch cartoons or
Do you ever feel scared or worried about speaking English? Maybe you shows, listen to songs and podcasts in English to hear
get sweaty hands or your heart starts beating fast. Anxiety is very common, how words are said and learn new ones. Doing this
but if the worries stop you from speaking, then you might miss opportunities every day helps you talk more like a pro!
to practice your English.
If you ever feel anxious about speaking, here are some tips to help:
2. Tech for Talk: Use apps and websites to get better
1. Set yourself a goal at speaking English:
Start small. Set a goal that is a bit challenging but achievable and not too - How to pronounce (Google)
scary. For example: - Youglish
 Say 'How are you?' to a classmate or an English-speaking friend.
- AI Voice Overs
 Ask the teacher one question in your next class.
- app.smalltalk2.me (Speaking Level Test)
Remember, the goal is not to do these things perfectly, it's just to do them!
- ESLfast,com
2. Think positively - speakandimprove.com
Tell yourself positive things: I can do it. I've got this. It will be OK!
3. Mirror Time: Stand in front of a mirror and
3. Look for a good partner practice talking. It's like having a chat with
Try to find someone who you feel comfortable speaking with, perhaps yourself, but you can see how your face and body
somebody who is patient and kind and keen to speak English too. If you can move when you talk. Helps you get better at
practice speaking regularly, it should help to reduce anxious feelings. speaking clearly.
4. Plan what to do in case of problems
By planning what you will do and say if these situations occur, you may feel
less anxious. If you forget a word, for example, prepare some phrases such as
I can't remember the word. What I mean is … and then try to describe the 4. Listen to Yourself: Record yourself talking and
word, use synonyms (It's similar to …) or antonyms (It's the opposite of …). then listen to it. You'll figure out what you're good
at and what you need to work on. It's like being your
5. Accept problems and mistakes own coach!
Learning a language is not easy, and you will definitely have problems and
make mistakes along the way. Everybody does! But making a mistake can
teach you a lot and help you to improve your skills.
5. Talk with Friends: Chat with your buddies in
(This part was adapted from: https://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/english-levels/improve-
your-english-level/how-reduce-anxiety-when-speaking-english. English, even through social media. It's a fun way
to get better at speaking. Plus, you'll sound more natural when
you talk to others.

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