How to get better at Everyday English Conversations

When you want to say something in English, do you:

– Hesitate and think how you are going to say it without making mistakes?
– Think, ‘Did I say that right?’ after you say something?
– Freeze when someone asks you something simple?

If so, this article will help you to become more fluent.

Speaking English fluently is a big goal but can also be a big challenge for many language learners. What does “being fluent” really mean? For everyday conversations, fluency means you can speak smoothly, understand others, and respond without hesitation. You don’t need perfect grammar, but you should feel confident using English in daily situations.

Here are some useful tips to gain more fluency and confidence when speaking.

Practice speaking every day

The more you speak, the better you get. Try to practise speaking English every day, even if it’s only for 10 minutes. Talk about your day, your plans, or your opinions out loud. You can speak to a language partner, teacher, or even yourself in front of a mirror.
It might feel strange at first, but this helps your brain get used to thinking in English. Here at  Speak Up London, our classes are student-centered which means students are encouraged to speak, exchange ideas with their classmates and teacher, express their opinion and give presentations on their chosen topic.

Learn common phrases

Don’t focus only on grammar and vocabulary lists. Learn useful common phrases that people use in real life. For example, instead of learning just the word “hungry,” learn the full phrase: “I’m feeling hungry.” Ready-to-use phrases help you to form sentences quickly which in turn helps you to speak more naturally.