#spoken English

[nicholaskyleedwards]

Very shy but here’s some spoken words. Rite of Solitude, from Interrelation and Other Works, available on Amazon and more

[areweinloveorlonely]

Coming home empty after living carefree in the land far far away from the norm insanity

I have never thought of how restricting life is on weekdays,

No wonder people thrive and thirst for the weekends,

Coming home after two sunny days,

Back to the darkness and. the lifeless hours of Mondays,

Life has never been filled with such gloom.

Will glee ever enter my beloved room?

A.b

Date: unknown

[mylinguaacademy]

Ways to Apologise in English

Ways to Apologise in English Hello English learners. Welcome to a new lesson. How often do you apologise? I am sure you do it daily.  Read the blog post to learn various ways to apologise in English and the correct ways to respond to apologies. Don’t forget that it is important to explain your reasons for doing something when you apologise. Ways to apologise I’m sorry/sorry The most common way to…

[xushshshit]

wanted interlocutor!!!

friends!! i need some practice for my english language, so i want to find an interlocutor.

I have attached a small resume below, and if you want to become my interlocutor, you are welcome:)

My name is Ksusha (Xu), I'm from Russia, I live on the middle Volga. I love my country very much, but I want to visit foreign countries in near future. My major is medicine, I'm going to become a doctor in a few years. By the way, I also worked as a barista for about a year. I love black bitter coffee and I'd like to bring this love into the society. I started learning English when I was 8 years old, in school. But I still only have A2 🥹 because I love English only I was 20 ( I'm 21 now). If you want to help me with my spoken english, you will be one of my beloved people.

My fandoms: Attack on Titan, Vinland Saga, Naruto, Fairy Tail, Evangelion, Siren’s crying, Ennead, Hannibal, How to get away with murder, Talsa King, Russian hip-hop music, Marvel movies, X-men

Beloved films: Fight club, Interstellar, Kill Bill, Capitan America, Call, horrors (and others)

Music: Lana Del Rey, Pharaoh, LSP, EK, Dire Straits, Skryptonite

Books: Ham bread, Five quarters of the Orange, Jane Air (reading),

[forlornromantic]

English words I hate.

Colonel. The fact that it's pronounced the same as "kernel" ?

Viscount. If you don't know how to pronounce this word, 1- I don't blame you and 2- please google it. If you DO know how to pronounce it, explain to me WHY.

Haphazard. Why is it not pronounced "hafazerd" ?

Queue. This word really only needs to be two letters.

Wednesday. The OG enemy of non-foreign English speakers… Who decided on this spelling? Why is it not "wensday" ?

[aaiieell]

YOU CAN DOWNLOAD THIS SHEET IN PDF FORMAT HERE : https://www.aprendeinglesenleganes.com/to-visit-briefly.php

to visit briefly - phrasal verbs

call in on,   drop in/by,   pop in/by/into/over,   stop byLearning how to use these phrasal verbs can be particularly useful in social situations, such as when you want to visit a friend for a short time or stop by someone's office to say hello.So don't miss out on this opportunity to enhance your English vocabulary and take your conversational skills to the next level. Check out today's post now!

[grammarbdexplorer]

Sentence (বাক্য) কাকে বলে

কিছু কথা : Sentence বা বাক্য সম্পর্কে কম বেশি সবারই ধারণা আছে। তার পরও বাক্য চিনতে আমাদের কিছুটা হিমসিম খেতে হয়। আমি মনে করি যদি আমরা একটু সচেতন থাকি তাহলে এ সমস্যা থাকবে না। নিম্নে খুবই সংক্ষিপ্ত আকারে Sentence বা বাক্যের সম্পর্কে কিছু ধারণা দিলাম। বাক্যের সংঘা : যখন কতকগুলো অর্থবোধক শব্দসমূহ এক সংগে সুবিন্যস্ত আকারে বসে মনের সম্পূর্ণ অর্থ প্র��াশ করে তখন তাকে Sentence বা বাক্য বলে। Sentence বা বাক্যের প্রকার: অর্থের উপর ভিত্তি করে বাক্যকে পাঁচ ভাগে ভাগ করা হয়েছে। আবার অন্য দিকে কাঠামোর উপর ভিত্তি করে বাক্যকে তিন ভাগে ভাগ করা হয়েছে। অর্থের উপর ভিত্তি করে বাক্যের প্রকার :

Assertive sentence

Interrogative sentence

Imperative sentence

Optative sentence

Exclamatory sentence কাঠামোর উপর ভিত্তি করে বাক্যের প্রকার :

Simple sentence

Complex sentence

Compound sentence বিভিন্ন প্রকার বাক্যের উদাহরণ নিচে দেওয়া হলো:

Assertive sentence : a. I go to school. b. I don't go to school.

Interrogative sentence : a. Do I go to school?

Imperative sentence : a. Do it.

Optative sentence : a. May Almighty Allah bless you.

Exclamatory sentence: a. How beautiful the bird is! কাঠামোগত বাক্যের উদাহরণ :

Simple sentence : a. I eat rice.

Complex sentence : a. If you come I will eat rice.

Compound sentence : a. Do or die মন্তব্য : যেহেতু খুব সংক্ষিপ্ত আকারে বর্ণনা করা হলো সেহেতু একটু হলেও গ্রামার বই দেখে নিবেন। আপনাদের মতামতের অপেক্ষায় রইলাম। ধন্যবাদ সবাইকে।

আরো পড়ুনঃ Easy Way Grammar

[composition-of-beauty]

My farewell letter to Panic!.. it might be cringe and cheesy and overly dramatic but idc, I’ll miss them forever so 🥹

https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMYDCyUVt/

[sparkschoolofeducation]

https://youtu.be/nJPWcwc1I9g

Prepositions for daily use

[nipstec-limited2]

Pronunciation Tips to Sound Like a Native Speaker

Ever feel nervous about speaking aloud in English because you’re unsure about your pronunciation? You're not alone—many learners share the same fear. Clear and accurate pronunciation is a key part of speaking fluent English and is the foundation of confidence in conversations. It’s not just about being understood; it’s also about connecting with others, reducing misunderstandings, and sounding polished and natural. But becoming adept at pronunciation doesn’t mean you must achieve perfection or erase your accent. Instead, it’s about improving clarity, rhythm, and confidence in your spoken English. This guide will teach you practical pronunciation tips, common pitfalls to avoid, and actionable exercises to speak more like a native speaker.

Why Pronunciation Matters in Spoken English

Pronunciation goes beyond just sounding good—it’s essential for effective communication. Even if your vocabulary and grammar are excellent, unclear pronunciation may make it difficult for others to follow your words. Correct pronunciation does more than ensure understanding. It helps you build confidence when speaking, fosters cultural connections, and creates a positive impression in professional or social settings. By mastering your spoken English, you’ll find engaging in smooth, natural conversations easier. The goal isn’t to eliminate your accent—it’s part of your identity. Instead, focus on clarity and sounding natural, which will help you be easily understood while preserving the uniqueness of your speech.

Common Pronunciation Challenges for Language Learners

Language learners around the world face common hurdles when tackling English pronunciation. Do any of these challenges sound familiar?

The “th” sound (“thing” or “this”): Many learners struggle to produce this sound, often substituting “s” or “z” instead.

“V” vs. “W”: Native languages that lack these sounds can lead to confusion, e.g., pronouncing “very” as “wery.”

Silent letters (e.g., “k” in “knight”): These throw-off learners used to phonetic spelling.

Stress and intonation: Knowing which syllables to emphasize can make non-native speech sound'monotone’ or unnatural. Your native language likely affects how you pronounce English words. Understanding these challenges is the first step to working through them.

How Should You Properly Pronounce Like a Native Speaker?

It gives ideas below for more automated tips on pronunciation improvement in English.

a) Phone Around Mastering Sounds

Thus, learning possession for use (IPA) has delineated that you have to distinguish the most challenging phonemes at a considerable time in your presentation. Using sticky unfamiliar IPA dictionaries to look up uncommon words that map with those of the IPA, you could close the phonetic gap. For Difficult Consonants Practice: "Red lorry, yellow lorry" is a super exercise for "r"; to make "th" perfect, right in between the teeth, expire gently, and say "thing" and "this" several times to capture the verb.

b) Word Stress and Sentence Rhythm

English relies heavily on word stress and sentence rhythm to convey meaning. For instance, “I never said she stole the purse” holds different implications depending on which word is emphasized. Experiment with sentence patterns to hear how this works!

c) Listen to and Mimic Native Speech

Podcasts, TV shows, and audiobooks immerse you in natural English pronunciation and rhythm. Practice shadowing—a technique where you pause during a spoken sentence, mimic the speaker and copy their tone, rhythm, and pronunciation. You’ll feel like you’re speaking alongside a native speaker.

d) Identify and Focus on Weak Areas

Record yourself speaking and compare it to the audio of native speakers. Apps and resources (more on these later) can provide feedback. A language coach or fluent friend can also help pinpoint areas for growth.

e) Expand Vocabulary with Pronunciation in Mind

Learn new words in conjunction with their pronunciations. Use online dictionaries with audio examples, like Cambridge or Merriam-Webster. Practice tricky homophones, such as “their,” “there,” and “they’re,” to ensure you’re confidently using each one in conversations.

Pronunciation Training/resources and Techniques

ensuring its application with any change of production to ensure that the tongue sharpens your speech with perfection using these methods:

Breathing Technique

It very clearly gives you the ability to speak more clearly and efficiently. Practice speaking slowly by measuring controlled breaths and pausing there where they naturally fall. For example, read and then pause at each comma so that you can control your breath.

Minimal Pairs Practice

Practice minimal pairs, which are word pairs that differ in only one sound (e.g., “slip” vs. “sleep”). This improves your ability to detect subtle contrasts and refine your articulation.

Daily Reading Aloud

Reading aloud builds fluency and retrains your brain to focus on how words sound. Grab an engaging news article or your favorite book and practice reading it out loud daily.

Leverage Technology

Apps like Elsa Speak and platforms like iTalki or Tandem offer guided pronunciation practice from speech recognition tools or live coaches. YouTube channels with native speakers are also fantastic free resources.

The Role of Confidence in Sounding Like a Native Speaker

Practical exercises aside, confidence plays a huge role in improving pronunciation. Hesitation or fear of mistakes can hold you back from practicing, which is the only way to grow! Here’s how to stay motivated:

Focus on improvement, not perfection—with each practice session, you get closer to your goal.

Celebrate small wins, such as mastering a tricky sound or stringing together your first fluent sentence. Remember, mistakes are part of learning—even native speakers mispronounce words sometimes. Confidence comes with continued practice and exposure. Push through the fear, and every conversation will fuel your growth.

The Cultural Connection to Native Pronunciation

Language and culture are interlinked. Getting closer to native pronunciation often means learning the cultural context behind how words are spoken. For example, idioms or slang often rely on local nuance to sound natural. Engage with native speakers through online language exchanges, travel, or even hanging out in English-speaking forums and social media groups. The more exposure you get, the better your grasp of pronunciation and its cultural subtleties will be.

Your Next Steps Toward Pronunciation Perfection

Becoming confident in English pronunciation starts with small, consistent actions. Master individual sounds, immerse yourself in native speech, practice regularly, and—most importantly—stay patient and confident.

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