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Don’t worry, just be motivated to improve English and read the following post where I will require you to take out atleast 15 minutes to read the following post about how you can actually start to speak and write in English.
Yes, by the time, you will read the post, your basics will be clear to a great extent, provided that you show seriousness.
English is important in any field. So, if you are the masters in it, then potentially you can reach the zenith earlier, as compared to others. Therefore, it is important to polish skills.
In the following article, I am sharing my experiences of how I mastered over this language in a full fledged way along with giving easy and practical steps which will help bloggers towards polishing the same as well.
My passion for enhancing English skills grew from my childhood days as I was in early years of my schooling. Till I was in class 6
th
, my English was not even upto the mark then. I used to get punishment from teachers as well as parents for failing to get requisite marks in any subject and English was not an exception.
However, soon I got counseling from one of my uncles who equally happened to be a HOD in Government Polytechnic. He is a really nice man. I must say. He gave me enough reasons to polish my English, since all other subjects are primarily based on English as well. So, if I will improve my English, I can equally be able to have a better control over other subjects too. That was the day which proved to be a change for me.
Although, I was able to understand to what others used to speak, yet I couldn’t communicate with them in English and I believe that most of us face such predicament. Isn’t it?
You might not believe that it was the reality that I used to bring all the English dailies in the morning such as “Times of India”, “Hindustan Times”, “Pioneer” and the list goes on and on.
I am telling from my own personal experience that the difference which I found in these English newspapers is that “Pioneer” offers comparably easy use of words. Therefore, initially, I would recommend this newspaper for those who want to learn skills of English. Because, when I say easy use of words, I mean as compared to other English dailies.
I used to closely monitor the words which my teachers use. More so, when it comes to English subject, I used to learn a lot many words. I still remember that I learnt the word “Enthusiasm” and the way it should be used.
If you though that by learning words, you can use them also, then you are wrong. Since, you have to use them at their appropriate place at their appropriate form. For example,
How enthusiasm and happiness can be used. Lets find out.
I am enthusiasm or I am happiness (wrong)
I am an enthusiastic person (used as adjective) (or if we want to use the word “Enthusiasm” then we can say
I am full of enthusiasm (used as noun)
I am happy (used as noun)
I am full of happiness (used as adjective)
I can’t go in detail about whole grammar in the post though. But can help you out, if you have any queries.
I equally persuaded my uncle to give tuitions to me of English and he obliged. He made it a point of giving an “Essays” and “Letters” to write on daily basis which I have to complete anyhow and show to him the next evening. My passion started growing when I started seeing the pleasant change.
When I used to read newspapers, I made it a point of writing the words which I did not know the meaning of. That gave me enough reasons to strengthen my vocabulary as well. How can I miss watching English news channels? As I said that it became my passion, so I used to get enjoyment by watching news channels and I equally used to closely monitor the way certain words were pronounced. Since, that’s equally matter as well.
I made it a point to listen news with a pen and piece of paper in order to jot down the difficult words. Although, considering flawless and speedy way the anchors speak English, I couldn’t get a grasp of certain words, yet that was only short lived, since I started getting familiar with the words.
Soon in a matter of months, I started finding a pleasant change. My uncle was equally upbeat since I used to make use of new words. He also advised me to stand in front of mirror in order to communicate with yourself by looking at your eyes. This was equally another pleasant change which I experienced. This exercise is a must, if you want to enhance your confidence since as you speak through such fashion, it gives you enough boost towards working on your aim.
Months passed by and soon even my classmates started getting the feel of how passionate I am towards English. If they come across with any word in any subject, they used to ask me and thankfully I have the answer to most of them.
The kind of passion which I had for English can be gauged from the fact that I used to score the highest marks in English. Interestingly, when the teacher used to speak out marks of the subject, all the heads used to roll towards me in bewilderment.
The benefits which English had in my schooling days:-
Earlier, it became extremely difficult for me to mug up long answers, since my English was not even up to the mark. It was so poor that I couldn’t even comprehend as to what was written. Therefore, in the event when I forgot certain words, my whole answer looses its meaning.
However, later on I started learning the whole essence and I was in a position to write answers in my own words, thus impressing my teacher as well. The whole process hardly used to take any time as it became easy for me.
For those who want to sharpen their English, there are list of things which one should follow (I am telling from my own experience)
Get English newspaper namely “Pioneer” and the paper can long last through a week. Since, you can’t read more than once side of a paper daily. Write down the meaning of the difficult words which you come across by goggling or referring dictionary what ever eases you.
Make a habit of taking out time from 8:45 till 9:15 at night and listen to AIR (National Radio). You know why I am saying is that they air Hindi news in the first half and exactly English version of the same in the second half. It will help you too, like the way it helped me.
Communicate yourself in front of mirror
Listen to English news channels and have pen and paper ready to write down the English words.
To the best of my knowledge, that’s sums up my entire experiences which I have used towards sharpening my skills.
Try to learn one new word on daily basis and most importantly introspect like the way it is used in the sentence.
The irony is, most of us only emphasize on the need to learn a new word, but I am telling from our own personal experience that it is equally important to refer dictionary and closely look at the way the specific word is used in the sentence.
Hence, besides learning the new word, you will equally know the way to use it in your sentence.
It is important to learn synonymous (words which hold the same meaning). You know why I am saying this is while writing content, you shouldn’t use the same word again and again since it will distract your readers and they will not come again to read it.
Now,
For example while writing content if I have to use the word “sad” again and again, I will rather not repeat it. Since, I know there are so many words which I can use in its place.
For example,
I am sad
It can be done written in another way such as
I am depressed
I am feeling low
I am a bit disturbed
I am not feeling good
I am giving another example which will equally help you understand in a better way as well:-
I hate lazy people
It can be done written in another way such as
I don’t like people who are lazy
I don’t like people who don’t do any thing
There are so many ways I can compensate this word while expressing my state of mind to the readers. Hence, readers can equally maintain their interest.
There are so many words and I have done my level best to enhance the vocabulary. I can convey my expressions in various words without facing any sort of problem in the process.
As I have mentioned in the previous post, I am again emphasizing on the basic fact that I just made it a point towards reading newspapers and making sure that I grasp new words. Again I am emphasizing over the fact that I am extremely careful while using different words.
I grew in an English medium background and I always had tremendous interest towards learning as well as polishing skills. Studying in an English medium background has its fair share of challenges as well since every one in the school expected me to have great hold of English and to be at par with their acceptations was something which I have to do any how. Hence, being my third post I knew that all of you would equally be engaging as well as reading my post with greater interest.
Have a look at my experiences
In order to help you further, I need to share my experience; after all they matter a lot towards helping you to overcome them
The problem which I faced while sharpening my English skills.
I wasn’t getting a proper environment where I can talk with my friends of family members. Although, I tried talking to them, yet most of them were not supportive. Honestly speaking, I couldn’t blame them as well, since they neither had much grasp about the language, nor they had any interest in the same as well. In return, I had to face lots of sarcasm from them as they said that I am trying to become an English man and similar such sorts of comments.
There was a phase when I used to feel that all my hard-work is going down the drain. I made full use of my holidays as well as free time by writing letters as well as essays on daily basis, years back. Apart from that, I also used to watch English news.
So, my main motive to write the post is that if you feel that you are not getting due share of your hard work, don’t worry, you will eventually get provided that you stick doing to what I have told you in my earlier posts.
The thing which I will suggest you is to be habitual of watching English news channels on daily basis. If you are in the learning phase, it is important for you to come across with new words so that you can memorize them. Hence, there is a very little chance that they (words) will slip from your mind (owing to the fact that you will be in full practice).
However, I devised another innovative trick (which I couldn’t mention in my first and third post) and that was to do the cricket commentary by muting the television. After all, every one of us love cricket to the core and why not to comment by muting it off. This will further make your journey of sharpening your skills a lot easy like never before. Since, the more you speak yourself, the better it is going to be for you towards enhancing the powers.
English has seen few changes in the process as well. For example,
In my earlier days, I have been grown up learning that, with pronouns such as “I” and “We”, we are supposed to use the helping word “Shall” and for other pronouns in the form of “He”, “She”, “It”, “We” and They”, we will use “Will”. However, that hasn’t been the case now. Since, with any pronouns we only use “Will”. For example,
I will go there.
He will return from there.
English is regarded to be a funny language and if the learning phase is devoid of fun and frolic, then you possibly won’t enjoy much. On the same lines, there is a word namely “Gay” which was primarily used for “Happiness”. I still remember that I have used this word so many times primarily to express my state of mind by saying, that I am gay. However, with the passage of time, it’s another meaning possibly held a far greater significance and if today, I will use this word again, then in all probability, others will be confused and surprised regarding my gender as well. Isn’t it?
In English, we would have often use the word “Come” and “return” and all of us know their meaning as well. However, when it comes to their proper usage of words, we often make the most prominent mistake.
For example,
We often say that
We have come from office or school. (Wrong)
The correct form should be
We have returned from office or school (right)
The basic different which lies between “come” and return”:-
We use the word “return” where we had already gone to a place and that we are returning from there.
While on the other hand, the word “come” is used when none such an action takes place.
For example, we can say
My friend will come to house on my birthday (correct)
Here, if we use the word “return” for them, then it is going to be wrong
Like
My friend will return to my house on birthday. (Wrong)
Hope, you have got the basic difference from the two words “come” and “return”
Let’s take a look at the other mistakes which we often tend to do.
We often compliment something or the other if we felt good. However, rarely do we use the most importance word during such times,
For example, we shouldn’t say that
The food is good (wrong)
The food is tasty, sumptuous, mouthwatering or delicious (You can use any one amongst these four for food)
We shouldn’t say
The match was good (wrong)
The correct form is
The match was interesting, electrifying etc.
Similarly, if we want to compliment any girl, we use “beautiful” while for boys we use “handsome”.
These are some of small things which matters a lot in the long run.
Apart from these, one of the other things which you need to start preparing yourself is about Active and Passive Voice
In the world of blogging, there are so many cases when we do not know the proper way to say a thing. In such cases we can make the use of Passive voice.
For example
The lion killed the dear (Active Voice)
The dear is killed by the lion (Passive Voice)
As a blogger cum writer, if you are told to re-write a certain paragraph, then you can easily make the best use of this knowledge.
My experience
One of my other experiences which I am sharing in the post relates to the time when I was in class 3
rd
. I still remember that the teacher asked me about my hobbies and I said “Computer”. She corrected me by saying that it should be
“I love playing on computer”
or
“I love working on computer”
Similarly, those who love music, when being asked about their hobbies, they should say that they “love listening music”.
Same goes with other hobbies as well.
I am going to further furnish more knowledgeable posts, which will make your journey of writing as well as speaking English easy like never before.
In all the earlier posts, I have been trying my level best to tell you intricacies as well in order to help you further.
Grammar is regarded to be the backbone without which you possibly can’t polish the English skills. Hence, make sure that you are well versed with the tenses.
English is all about learning the intricacies. One of the most common mistakes which people commit while making the use of “older” and “elder”
Both the term means that you are younger to the other person. However, both of them are used in different ways. For example,
He is older to me (correct)
My brother is older to me (Wrong)
Now, I am explaining to you.
We use “elder” with those people who have blood relations with us. While for others we use “older”
I am going to give you another example in order to help you understand in a better way.
I am elder to my cousin brother. (correct)
My friend’s father is older to him. (correct)
Hope, you have got the difference between the two.
Another most common mistake which people mistake pertaining to 12o’ clock
If it’s day time, then we will be saying, It’s 12 noon and if its 12 at night, then it’s 12 midnight.
One simply cannot say 12 am or pm.
For example,
I will reach there by 12 noon. (correct)
I will return home by 12 midnight. (correct)
One of the other mistakes which we make at the time of examinations
We usually say,
I have given the examination (wrong)
We should say
I have taken the exam (right)
Even though, it’s literal meaning is totally opposite to what we want to say. Isn’t it?
These are few of the most common mistakes which we do. I am going to tell you more in the other posts.
Due to the rampant use of internet, do take out time to read online newspapers in English since it will give you enough boost.
How can you forget to go through the posts of renowned bloggers? This is another sure cut exercise by which you will become more confident in your approach.
It is not possible for me to explain each and every tense, but in the event if I get any special request, then I am surely there for you.
Do, give me feedback if you want to say any thing or looking to understand any new thing as well.
Finally, after reading all my five posts, if you want to further speed up the process of enhancing your English, then I would recommend you to go for English: How to Speak English Fluently: Tips and Tricks for English Learners
, it will indeed assist you for sure, as I have myself checked the same. What more do you want, when it is reasonably priced as well.
In case you have missed my earlier posts.
63 (and counting) ways to begin the sentence with “I love it when”
I am writing the following sentences to start with the word
“I love it when”
he shows respect towards me
everybody listens to me
there are no haters
poor are fed infront of my eyes
everyone is nice to me
you show care to me
there is a transparent procedure maintained in recruitment by the concerned departments
they don’t make fun of me
you start talking to me
my mother cooks delicious food
they have their best strategies to plan for my upcoming holiday session
you have every beautiful thing to say to me
they have stopped backbiting
my children kiss me
my father gives pocket money everyday
poor are fed by rich
you are the one who understands me
my hubby calls me every evening
my wife cooks my favorite dish
my parents bestow love and affection to me
they give scant regard to the allegations of others
the whole world thinks me to be a sweet person
my exams are delayed for another week
the incessant rains declare school holiday
I get the prize of my hardwork
my hubby stands with me, no matter what
people recognize my skills
I get my share of success through increment
There is no bitter news about the suferings in the world on anyday
she is the one to call me first on my birthday
I get the instant message from my wife who is out in her hometown
my parents easily agree to my demand
I have my favorite chocolate
Nobody interuppts me from plying my favorite game
My friends respect me truly as they believe me
The whole words seems to be beautiful with all the nicest people
There is no poverty or hatred left in the world
I have been the obvious choice for my parents to go to picnic
No body has anything to say bad behind my back
Promises are kept
People around the globe live a happy life
Everyone is simply so sweet to me
People praise me behind their back
Victims get the justice
Accuse get behind the bars
Concerned authorities do their job by hearing the concerns of victims
People may not be rich, but they have big heart and are equally ready to help others
Everyone is ready to learn from their mistakes
Seniors love their juniors while they get respect in return too
The world greets everybody on the account of festivals
Different religions co-exist
People may be rich, but they still have big heart where they show their concern for downtrodden
The examples of humanity enforce the fact that the world is still beautiful
The crime has fallen to an all time low
I watch comedy shows as this is my hobby
People distribute water in a hot summer day
Auto drivers return the lost baggage of their clients
I attend marriage parties of my friends
My parents are happy
My friends give moral support to me especially when I am down
People run to help elders on road
Justice is not actually delayed
We as people give birth to a safe and secured society
50 most powerful (and counting) ways to use the word “it” in English sentences
One of my readers asked the ways to use the word “it”
So, it necessitates me to write the following post in order to help you guys understand, the correct method “it” is actually used in English grammar
The word “it” is just a means to start a sentence.
There are other following sentences starting with the word “it”
It may rain today
It is hot
It will be very windy in few minutes
It is a good scripture
It will look good on you
It is going to create history
It will bring a revolution
It may harm you
It is cold outside
It may bring a certain level of discomfort
It will indeed going to make everyone embarrassed
It is the best advice which I have possibly got in years
It will certainly be the best time of my life
It will bring two countries closer
It is going to be the best time of my life
It may bring my friend think twice
It will never rain during this time of the year
It is going to be the worst moment of the history
It may bring enough cheers to the people who were expecting celebration of sorts
It will indeed be the best way to lead a life of happiness
It may never feel that way, but it actually shows
It will certainly be etched in my memory forever
It will be necessary for me to shout at you now
It is going to be possibly the best time of my life
It will indeed be etched in the memory forever
It is going to have its repurcussions for people
It may look wrong, but it is actually right
It should look awkward considering so many decorative materials attached to it
It is going to be the worst dress which you will wear
It will infact make you famous for all the wrong reasons
It shouldn’t come as a surprise, but you are the best person, I have come across with
It will be quite a serene atmosphere considering that the storm has just passed by
It will truly be the most coveted moment considering I have my family with me
It may look pleasant to the ears of others, but not mine
It will be a showpiece which history will remember for all the wrong reasons
It is going to be the best way to take revenge from this man, who has no ettiquettes
It will be the best thing you could have done for his kind deeds
It is one life, so you can either live it to the fullest or destroy it by indulging in immoral activities
It is going to be the classic show, as the actors from different countries of the world are taking part
It may be the best way to counter his allegations, but I am certainly not interested
It will be quite a historical moment, considering two nations coming together for an amicable solution to the long pending issue
It is right on your part
It has been said multiple times, but still he doesn’t seem to understand
It is going to be the best phase for him considering the fact that he has just been released from the prison to start the life afresh
It will look good on him provided he mends his way and develops respect for his elders
It should only be useful, if you know how you can better make use of this machine
It shouldn’t bother you, as you have got all the paper work authenticating your honesty
It will be the best moment, which you should consider as you are already free from all the charges
It will be the most awesome moment as he has just won the long pending case today
It will create moments of history for his family who has the credit of travelling to different places of the world in style.
It isn’t the place which I have visited last time
It is fine, but I need more choices to make my decision
It can create a certain level of confusion for the visiting delegates
It should be what people actually desire and wish for
It will be morally correct, but again not everyone will be ready to agree on this
You can ask for any sort of problem right here in the comment section as well.
Matija Rupčić
Bacc. Psychology, Centre for Croatian Studies (2016)
2w ago
There are a lot of ways for improving spoken English. I’ll share with you some techniques that helped me with this:
Shadowing technicque - quite efective and cool! You can try it and see if it suits you. However, it takes quite a patience and regular practice… But you won’t be able to improve your speaking skills unless you practice a lot! Also here’s a link to a
Podcasts are a great tool for learning! Ths can help you imporve your listening and speaking skills ;)
Surround yourself with English language! Talking to native speakers is very improtant when improving speaking skills! WHen you speak to someone that speaks “perfect” English, it encourages you and you subconsciously improve it. It’s like when you are trying to sing right next to someone with clear voice and then you try to sing next to someone who is a bad singer… you know the difference, right? Also, by USING your English REGULARY, you are becoming more confident speaker and trust me, with some time, you will just speak English fluently without a lot of thinking. In this case, I strongly recommend you to join some English speakers and learners community. We have this kind of community and English course #UsingEnglishTP which involves few weekly group calls where you can speak with others in English, and even with a natives. Also there are weekly listening and speaking practice :)
Now, listening, reading outloud and conversations! You will find more details in this post. And when it comes to listeining in general (podcast, music, audiobooks…) it puts you in a English speaking zone:)
Also, I invite you to follow English with Adriana YouTube channel. There is a lot of material that can help you :)
Hope it helped!
Vikram Singh
studied at Fgiet Raebareli
13w ago
There are many ways to learn speak English but now a days I believe that Learning online through android App is the best option.
Yesterday, I saw one app on Google Play store for English Speaking.I think it is one of the best app,I have seen ever. It is specially designed for professionals.Because I have personally know that when professional go for interview they are facing lots of problem regarding English Speaking,Even they are not capable for giving answer more than 1 minute ,which is one of the most simple questions “ Tell me about yourself”.
So now I am coming to about app. App contains 21 days material and each day has lots of material in details to learn which is sufficient for learn each type of conversation. You can download here….
So I am given the brief description about content.Each day contains.
English Speaking Basics
Regular English
Business English
Grammar
English Vocabulary
Famous idioms
Tenses
Most Common English words and vocabulary
Famous synonyms and antonym
Quotes
Proverbs
Daily Use Vocabulary
Most common mistake
One word substitution
Grammar Tips
Interview Questions & discussions
Apart from this you can also increase size of fonts according too you.And Content is so easy language which is easily understandable to everyone.
Hope It will help….
Sarah Finet
English Teacher (2008-present)
13w ago
Hi,
I would recommend you expose yourself to as much English as possible. Watch films in English, read books in English and try and speak English whenever you have the opportunity even if it is not with a native speaker. It helps you to think in English and practises constructing sentences in real life.
I also have a YouTube channel called Oxford English Now with lots of free English language tutorials to help you improve your English. Check it out here.
I also have a Facebook page Oxford English Now with lots of tips and information on learning a new phrase a day. Here you can communicate with me and I can help you, personally improve your English.
Good Luck and look forward to hearing from you soon!
Rifhad Pirani
IELTS and PTE Tutor at Self-Employment (2017-present)
14w ago
There are so many ways. One of the most effective and long term is British council courses.
Apart from reading and watching English language films you can join a British Council online course- myEnglish. This course focuses on all the four areas listening, speaking, reading and writing. It also focuses on vocabulary a lot.
They will assess you and then you will have a phone interview. Post that they will suggest you as per your Caliber on which course to take.
Just visit the British council website and opt for my English course. This course has live teacher and students as it is very interesting and interactive. You will definitely enjoy and gain a lot of knowledge as the teachers are CELTA or DELTA certified.
You can also go for some classroom sessions near you and converse daily with your tutor and keep asking questions. Remember that only practice will make you succeed in the IELTS.
Good luck
Abigail Berengut
A California girl living in Italy
15w ago
Make some friends that are fluent in English and converse with them strictly in English. Use what you know and don’t be afraid to make mistakes and ask questions. Ask them to politely correct you when you speak, it may seem embarrassing, but it helps a lot. Use it whenever you possibly can. Maybe try texting someone in English too. Last but not least, try and immerse yourself in the language. I do not know what country you live in, but try and go to a country where English is the most popular language and try and talk to people there. You will learn eventually! You have to put your heart and soul into it, but it’s worth it in the end.
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