"I want to know how to speak English well. What can I do?"Bill asks this question like many students do. I ask him, "How do you learn English?"He answers, "Only in the English lessons." The first thing I will say is, "That is not enough!"
If you want to speak English well, you have to practise. Speak to friends, classmates or foreigners in stores. Speaking is the best way to learn a language.
In my lessons I usually ask my students how they feel about speaking English, and they often say "nervous" "scared" or some words like these. The second advice I can give is to relax. Don't worry about making mistakes. If you can't think of the right word to use, don't worry about it and just say what you want to say.
Speaking English well isn't just about practising your speaking. It is also important to listen to English. Listen to the English programmes.
Peter wanted to travel, especially to English-speaking countries such as America and Australia. But he knew that he had to improve his English, so he went to Green Language School to take English lessons. Peter worked very hard at his English. At last, he became ill. Every evening he went to bed, closed his eyes but he stayed awake(醒着的).
Peter was worried so he went to see the doctor." I can't sleep at night. What should I do, Doctor?"
"I have a piece of advice, "said the doctor. "Try to count(数)numbers. When you count up to 1,000, you'll be asleep."
The next day Peter returned to the doctor's office." Did you try my advice?And are you better today?" asked the doctor.
Peter wasn't happy. "Er, I tried counting from one, two...up to four hundred and twenty-one, and I felt sleepy. Then I got up and drank some coffee. Then I went on counting up to 1,000. But I still couldn't be asleep."
A. What can I do for you? B. It is a great way to learn English. C. Before you start your conversation, take a deep breath and smile. D. My last question is that whether it is necessary to see English films? E.I will take your advice. F.I want to ask for advice about English learning. G. Can you answer my questions? |
A: Hello! Language learning doctor.
B: Hello! First is the vocabulary. I often forget the words quickly. What should I do?
A: I advise you to remember 7 or 8 words a day. And you can make words cards, place them in your bedroom. Say the words and change them every day.
B: Good idea! I will try it. Then how about speaking? I am afraid of speaking to others.
A: First don't be shy.
B: What then should I say?
A: I think there are a lot to say. For example, “It is a fine day, isn't it?” or “Hello! How are you?”
B: That sounds easy!
A: Certainly. You can talk about the film with your friends and guess the meaning of new words.
B: I think now I am more confident. Thank you very much.
A: It is my pleasure. Wish you success.