“The English language is a work in progress. Have fun with it”

To have another language is to possess a second soul, and English is considered a language of wisdom.

Have you ever thought about why English is considered a universal language? Why is it so important? Always in demand!

I am going to give you a few examples why,

• 2 billion people communicate English on a regular basis around the globe. Thus making it a universal language.
• Many of the world’s top films, books, and music are published in English. Thus knowing English will give you access to a great wealth of entertainment.
• For today’s generation, it’s all about the internet, most of the content produced on the internet (50%) is in English.
• And most importantly, English is the dominant business language and it has become almost a necessity for people to speak English if they are to enter a global workforce.

Let’s dig in for a few tips to learn English fluently.

We are all beginners here, so let’s consider this as a beginner’s guide to learn English for all the astonishing opportunities that await!

• The three magical actions.
• Talk to Yourself
• Listen to Yourself, and
• Watch Yourself talk.

You might be confused! I know, been there. So, let’s make it clear. In order to have a conversation in English you don’t need people around. You don’t even have to know it all. Just have the courage and confidence to do it. That’s what we all need. It’s more comfortable trying out by yourself, Nobody to judge you. When you find yourself alone in your home or anywhere talk aloud about what you are doing, such as describing what you are going to do. You can even record it and listen later and make corrections. The last one is an old trick but still an effective one, use the mirror technique, it might sound strange, but by looking at yourself speak in the mirror, you will be able to see how your mouth moves and forms words, as well as your body language.

• Learn at least 3 new words each day.

Yes, to speak, you need words. But always remember 3 words, that’s more than enough not more than that. Because it’s not about how many words you can learn, it’s about how many you remember and use at the end of the day. Do not forget to make sentences and use them in a conversation, that way you register them in your mind.

• Narrate your daily routine.

This is really important, whether you are alone, or with someone, spend time each day narrating your day aloud. By speaking out, it will help you to build up your conversational English skills. It’s easy. It’s amazing.

• Join a Language coaching class (Spoken English)

It’s a great way to learn properly. You will have a mentor and you will be given activities, tests, and whatnot.

• Read along with subtitles

Use subtitles whenever possible. You can also use the subtitles to practice reading aloud. When you read aloud, you are speaking.

• Imitate what you hear!

Let it be news, radio or TV dialogues try to mimic them. By paying attention to the character’s tone and body language you will get a better understanding.

• Use video messaging to practice speaking.

Have friends/family members abroad take advantage of that! Speak to them. You may use Skype, FaceTime, etc. But, it will be much better if you could explain to them that you want to speak in English.

• Speak in English to a Virtual Assistant

Set up any virtual assistant tools you use such as Siri, Google, or Amazon to speak in English. This is a great way to improve pronunciation.

• Try writing letters, journals.
• Order food in English.
• Sing in English
• Tell a story in English
• Try tongue twisters

As Derek Walcott, once said  “The English language is Nobody’s Special Property. It is the property of the imagination, it is the property of language itself.“