#062-Hurry up - Expressions in English

Update: 2018-10-24

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Hi, everyone! I’m Georgiana, founder of SpeakEnglishPodcast.com

My mission is to help you to speak English fluently. Speaking English is easier than you think. You just need to use the right methods.

Ok! Let’s start!

Do you remember that some episodes ago I was talking about punctuality? Well, today I’ll teach you different ways to say hurry up.
After that, you’ll practice speaking with a funny mini-story.

Have you ever been in a hurry while you were in a foreign country? It’s really frustrating when someone of something is in front of you, slowing you down. So today I'm gonna teach you different ways to tell people to hurry up in English.

If you want to be polite, you can use one of the following phrases to ask someone to hurry up:

“Excuse me, but I’m running very late and would appreciate it if you could go quicker.”

“Please, if possible could you move a little faster?”

If you’re at work your manager could use these expressions:

“You’re behind schedule and need to get moving.”

“Please, can you speed up, you are holding everyone up!”

“We need you to get a move on with the work.”

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#053 English Family Tree -Family Vocabulary in English (part II)

2018-07-1100:13:203

Hello, everybody! I am Georgiana, founder of SpeakEnglishPodcast.com. I want to help you speak English fluently, speaking English is easier than it looks! You just have to use the right material and techniques. In today’s lesson Let's talk about kinship. That’s to say, the relationship between the different members of a family. Then, through a mini-story lesson, you'll practice vocabulary and of course your fluency. I'll use the question and answer technique to get you involved in the conversation. By the way, thank you so much for listening wherever you are. If you can, please write a comment on iTunes. That's how you help me reach more people. Well, today we're gonna talk about family, and in particular kinship. Kinship is what we call the relationship between two people from the same family. For example father, son, etc. Well, on this subject, I have a confession to make. Sometimes I also get confused with the kinship of my own family, especially for distant relatives. A relative is a member of your family, by the way. It can be a bit complicated, but it's not a language issue. It's about always wanting to define what relationship you have with someone else in your family especially if you come from a large family. Today you’re gonna learn the most fundamental kinship. I recommend that you listen to this episode several times to better understand and consolidate. I'll give an example of a family and name each member. It'll be easier that way. And make sure you read the text. I’ve added a simple family tree graphic with the names of the family members. READ the TEXT here: https://SpeakEnglishPod.com

#052 Kinship - Relatives- Family connections in English - Family Tree

2018-07-0400:15:274

Hello, everybody! I am Georgiana, founder of SpeakEnglishPodcast.com. I want to help you speak English fluently, speaking English is easier than it looks! You just have to use the right material and techniques. Today, in this episode... I'm gonna talk about the World Cup. Every four years it’s held in a different country and is an exciting conversation topic. After that, you’ll enjoy an exclusive mini-story that will help you improve your fluency easily. Remember that you can get the text of the episode at www.SpeakEnglishPodcast.com Do you like soccer? I don't actually like it very much because I find it a little dull. Besides I never understood the rules, when I watch a soccer match I see a lot of men with attractive legs running for about 90 minutes. Another problem I also see is that there are too many matches and too many competitions. For example, if you follow only one team, you can watch two games a week, and from my point of view that’s a lot. Read the TEXT here: SpeakEnglishPod.com

#051-World Cup 2018 English Soccer Lesson American Football

2018-06-2600:13:195

I'm Georgiana, founder of SpeakEnglishPodcast.com. And I’m here to help YOU to speak English fluently and with confidence. In this episode, I'll talk about going out at night. I’ll point out the most emblematic places where you can hang out in New York City at night, and I’ll teach you how to order a drink! I’ve also prepared a Point of View story so you can practice your grammar and vocabulary. I’m not sure if you have noticed, but today you’re listening to episode 50 of the Speak English Now Podcast. It may not sound like a big deal to you, but in approximately one year I’ve posted 680 minutes of free material!! And it’s available on iTunes, Spotify, SoundCloud, Youtube, etc Thank you so much for helping me share the podcast with your friends and family. Remember to leave a comment on iTunes about the show. It would mean a lot to me! Let's start the lesson. Today's gonna be fun! It's Friday night, you call your friends and ask them: What are we doing tonight? And they say: Let’s go party! Or Let's go clubbing! The expression “Let’s go party” doesn't mean going to a specific "party", but simply going out. Usually, it means going to clubs or music pubs. People in their 20s and 30s usually have a drink in a bar first and then go to a club. Clubs are often pricey, and you don't just have to pay for the drinks. You’ll also need to pay for the club admission which is also expensive. Now let me tell you where to go out at night in New York. I’ll suggest different locations: For instance, if you wanna party in Manhattan surrounded by fashion models, celebrities, professional athletes and musicians, visit one of the city's exclusive nightclubs. It can be difficult to get into these places, but it's definitely not impossible. read the TEXT here: SpeakEnglishPod.com

#050 How to order a drink in English | Going out at night in NYC

2018-06-1900:10:104

Today I'll be teaching you how to rent a car in English. The lesson is simple and to the point so it’ll save you a lot of time when you really need to rent a vehicle. And in the next section, you'll practice your English speaking with a funny mini-story. Today’s story is about Brian, a middle-aged man who wants to go out with hot chicks. :) It's summer again, and many of you are seeking a holiday getaway. So today I'll be teaching you how to rent a car. First of all, you should start by comparing prices online. Consider doing your research by checking travel websites like Expedia, Kayak or Hotwire. Some of the most popular car hire agencies are Alamo, Avis, and Hertz. Read the TEXT on my website: SpeakEnglishPod.com

#049 Rent a car (vehicle) in English - Car Hire in English

2018-06-1300:15:411

Hi, everyone!   I'm Georgiana, founder of SpeakEnglishPodcast.com. My mission is to help YOU to speak English fluently and confidently. In today's lesson, you'll learn how to talk about pets. And you're a dog or a cat owner you'll find out what to do before bringing them to the vet. And right after that, you'll practice your English speaking with a funny mini story. Before I start, I'd like to thank everyone who follows me on iTunes, YouTube, Facebook, Spotify, etc. Thank you very much for your support and all your positive reviews. Every time you share your honest opinion, you're in fact helping others to discover a more effective and enjoyable way of learning English. Do you have a pet? I'm proud to own a beautiful white female dog. When she was younger she used to be incredibly active and playful, but now, sadly, she's getting older, so she needs to see a vet more often than before. Whenever we wanna know more about pets we usually ask about their breed. The word "breed" has several meanings. For example, if I say that my dog is a White Swiss Shepherd, then I'm talking about her breed which reveals the type of dog she is and her origins. The breed of an animal indicates its average height, its type of coat and can even give us a little insight into its personality. We also use the word "breed" differently. For instance, people who raise animals are called breeders. Since we're talking about pets, I wanna point something out. Many students have asked me if they had to use the pronoun "it" when talking about animals. I just wanted to say that it's not always a rule you have to follow, if you already know the gender of the animal you can use "she" or "he" just like when you're talking about people. The connection between you and your pet is usually a special one and the more time you spend with them, the stronger the bond between the two becomes. You rejoice when you see them playing and running, but you also suffer when their health is at risk. Read the TEXT here: SpeakEnglishPod.com

#048 How to talk about Animals (Pets) in English

2018-06-0600:15:251

Hi everyone! I’m Georgiana; founder of SpeakEnglishPod.com. My mission is to help YOU speak English fluently. In today’s episode: You’ll learn some useful airport English vocabulary. Later, you’ll practice your English speaking with a funny mini story. Awesome! Let’s get started! So, you wanna travel by plane, right? It’s just natural to be a little worried because sometimes there are things that can prevent us from getting on time. I almost missed the plane in several occasions and after that I became more responsible. Nowadays I can say that I plan my plane trip more efficiently. The night before the trip I make sure that the flight is confirmed because it can get delayed or even cancelled due to bad weather. I book my flights online: I book a one-way ticket when I don’t want to return to my destination right away. However, I usually book a round-trip ticket which includes a return ticket too. And I’m not in the habit of checking in my luggage when I travel. Airlines usually allow us to check up to 2 suitcases. Nonetheless, I like traveling only with my carry-on luggage and a small backpack where I keep my passport, the ID (identification) and boarding pass. Since I don’t check the luggage when I travel, I’m allowed to check in online. So, when I arrive at the airport, I already have my boarding card printed out. Read the text here: SpeakEnglishPod.com

#047 English Airport Travel | Vocabulary Speaking Practice

2018-05-3000:16:326

Hi, everyone! I'm Georgiana, founder of SpeakEnglishPodcast.com. My mission is to help YOU to speak English fluently and confidently. In today's episode: I'll focus on the pronunciation of some words which my students often mispronounce. Later, you'll practice your English speaking with a funny mini story. Before you get started make sure you read the text. Go to my website SpeakEnglishPodcast.com and look for episode #046. I've noticed that you love my pronunciation episodes, so I've selected nine more popular words that most students mispronounce. I'll start by telling you the correct pronunciation, and then I'll use each word in a sentence. Read the text here: SpeakEnglishPod.com

#046 English Pronunciation Practice - 9 Words you're Mispronouncing

2018-05-2300:15:475

In today's episode I'll be teaching you how to speak over the phone in English. Later, you'll practice your English grammar and vocabulary with a point of view story. First of all, I'd like to thank you for all your positive reviews on iTunes, YouTube, Facebook, etc.! Every time you leave a review you're helping more people learn about the program. If you haven't already posted a review, just write your honest opinion. Awesome! Let's get started! Speaking English can be very intimidating for many students. However, talking on the phone in English may be even harder. Picture this. It's your first day of work, and you need to answer the phone and talk to clients in English. If you have no previous experience, this can be a big challenge for you! And that's why I've decided to show you how to pick up the phone at work and to place a call without any difficulty! How to PICK UP THE PHONE? I'll start by teaching you some useful questions that you can ask when you answer the phone at work. Start by saying hello! Let's see some examples: In the following examples "Language Learning" is the name of the company Jessy works for. "Good morning! Language Learning, Jessy speaking. How may I help you?" Read the TEXT here: www.SpeakEnglishPod.com

#045 Business English Telephone Calls - How to make a call in English

2018-05-1600:12:066

Hi everyone! I’m Georgiana; founder of SpeakEnglishPodcast.com. My mission is to help YOU speak English fluently. In today’s episode, I’ll reveal to you the 7 secrets of the English pronunciation. Later you’ll practice your speaking with a funny mini story. The story is about a man who wants to speak English with a perfect accent. SECRET #1: LISTEN TO YOURSELF! Listening to your own pronunciation errors when you speak English can be difficult if not almost impossible to attain. What you’re usually doing is focusing on the conversation instead of the sounds you’re making. So, try to record yourself using your PC or smartphone. Do this only from time to time to observe the areas that need improvement. Many people hate their voice, and hearing themselves speak a foreign language for the first time will be difficult, but it’s a necessary step to develop a sense of self-awareness for improvement. SECRET #2: SLOW DOWN! I’ve noticed over the years that many English students think that speaking fluently equals speaking quickly. That’s an unfortunate misconception. When you talk too fast, you reinforce bad habits since you don’t have time to think about what you want to say next. Besides, you project little confidence. Talking slowly will help you relax and feel more confident. (END OF THE EXTRACT). READ the text here: www.SpeakEnglishPod.com

#044 Learn the Secrets of the English Pronunciation and Intonation

2018-05-0900:15:295

Hi, everyone! I'm Georgiana, founder of SpeakEnglishPodcast.com My mission is to help YOU to speak English fluently and confidently. Today I'll tell you how to continue a conversation in English when you're feeling stuck or blocked. Later you'll practice your speaking with a funny mini story. The story is about a very handsome young man who flees to an island. You can finally learn English in a fun and effective way, only by listening! Please help me to spread the word by sharing it with your friends and family or by writing a review on iTunes. That means a lot to me. Thanks! Before you continue listening make sure you read the text. Visit my website: SpeakEnglishPodcast.com and look for episode #043. Let's get started! Have you ever wanted to talk to someone for longer, but you got stuck because you didn't know what to say anymore? When we speak a foreign language, we're often, afraid to start a conversation or to ask questions. We're worried that they won't understand us or that they'll merely lose their patience as we try to formulate our sentences. If you still don't know how to continue a conversation in English you'll need to learn, or the communication will just end much too soon. And you might not get a second chance to talk to that person anymore. You can't always rely on the other person to make all the effort and keep the conversation going. That's exhausting for many people and they may decide not to talk to you again! Despite not having a very high level of English you have no excuses. You must learn to be a fun and enjoyable talker and don't worry; I'll teach you some tricks. READ the TEXT here: SpeakEnglishPod.com

#043 How To Continue A Conversation When  You're Stuck Or Blocked?

2018-05-0200:17:461

Today I'll talk about the connectors, those words that help us to better structure what we say. Next, of course, we'll practice with an exclusive lesson from the point of view story. I'll just go ahead and start talking about connectors. But don't worry, I'm not gonna give any grammatical theory here :) As usual, I'll give you some examples and then you'll practice the connectors in context with the point of view story. Connectors are merely words that help structure what you say or write. Only by using a few connectors, you can significantly improve your fluency and expressivity. Let's take a look at some of the best-known connectors: When we want to add something, we use words like BESIDES, ALSO and MOREOVER. For example: "I don't want to go to the movies. Besides, it's late now." "I want a cake and an ice cream also." "He didn't like the birthday party. Moreover, he had to cancel his romantic date." (END OF THE EXTRACT). READ the TEXT here: SpeakEnglishPod.com

#042 The Connectors in English with a Story

2018-04-2500:11:493

Today you'll practice some pronunciation with the most popular fashion brands on the market. I'll help you to pronounce these brands just like an American. Later you'll practice your listening with an interesting point of view story. You can finally learn English in a fun and effective way, only by listening! Please help me to spread the word by sharing it with your friends and family or by writing a review on iTunes. That means a lot to me. Thanks!   Before you continue listening make sure you get the text. Visit my website: SpeakEnglishPod.com and look for episode 041 Now let the fun begin! I'll be giving you some information about each brand, and you'll need to guess the name of the brand. Believe me, it'll be fun!  Let's get started! 1. Adidas When you think of sports, what name comes to mind? I'll give you a hint: it's a German brand. ____________________________ (Answer my question.) It's Adidas! Adidas is a famous German brand that designs and manufactures shoes, clothing, and accessories. The founder named the company after his nickname Adi and his last name Dassler.    2. Armani What's one of the most popular and expensive Italian fashion brand? The name starts with the letter A. Can you guess? __________________________ (Answer my question.)   Yes! Armani. And Giorgio Armani, an Italian fashion designer formed his company, Armani, in 1975. The brand is widely known for its men's and women's ready-to-wear accessories, glasses, cosmetics, and perfumes. READ THE TEXT HERE: SpeakEnglishPod.com

#041 Pronounce Fashion Brands like an American

2018-04-1800:16:571

Hello, my dear students! I'm Georgiana, founder of SpeakEnglishPod.com. My mission is to help YOU to speak English fluently and confidently. Today I'll talk about correction when speaking English and how it affects your fluency. Later you'll practice your speaking with a funny mini story. Let's start! A student asked me this question not long ago: "Is it effective to be corrected when you speak?" Let's say you're an English student and you're trying to practice your speaking. Your first idea is to hire a tutor who will correct all your mistakes. At first, it seems like a great idea to be corrected. Every time you make a mistake, the tutor will tell you the correct pronunciation, and that's how you'll learn to speak correctly. Yet, based on my vast experience as an English teacher I must be honest with you and tell you that this approach isn't practical. In fact, overcorrection prevents you from developing fluency. READ THE TEXT HERE: www.SpeakEnglishPod.com

#040 Correction when Speaking English

2018-04-1200:14:224

Today you'll practice some pronunciation with the most popular technology brands on the market. I'll help you to pronounce these brands just like an American. Later you'll practice your listening with an interesting point of view. AdobeSystems Have you heard of PDF documents? The PDF is the most common digital document format. And can you guess what company created it? ____________________________ (Answer my question.) It's Adobe Systems! Adobe also created Photoshop, which is the most popular image editing software. Amazon.com Imagine a website where you can purchase almost anything you want. Can you guess which website I'm referring to? __________________________ (Answer my question.) Yes! Amazon.com! And it's my favorite place to buy!! Amazon is mostly known for its widely selection of books, although Amazon has expanded to sell electronics, music, furniture, etc. (END OF THE EXTRACT) READ the TEXT here: www.SpeakEnglishPod.com

#039 How to Pronounce Technology Brands like an American

2018-04-0500:16:313

Hi, dear students! I'm Georgiana, founder of SpeakEnglishPod.com. My mission is to help YOU to speak English fluently and confidently. Today I'll teach you how to book a hotel room in English. Later you'll practice your speaking with a funny mini story with questions and answers. As you can see, you can learn English in a fun and effective way, only by listening! Please help me to spread the word by sharing it with your friends and family or by writing a review on iTunes. That means a lot to me. Thanks. Before you continue listening make sure you get the text. Visit my website: SpeakEnglishPod.com and look for episode #038. I know that finding an excellent hotel and making a reservation can be stressful, especially if you're booking a room at the last minute. In this lesson, I'll give you some tips.  I usually search for a hotel online, and after finding the perfect room, I call to get a better rate. When I call, I make sure to ask if breakfast is included, and how far is the beach from the hotel. Yes… I love going to the beach when I'm on holidays. Like I just said, before I make a reservation, I check out the hotel online, where I can see the rooms, the location, and the service lists. Sometimes I call and ask for information about the noise level, the walking distance to the restaurants, the beach, etc. READ the TEXT here: SpeakEnglishPod.com

#038 Booking a Hotel Room in English - Speaking Practice

2018-03-2200:15:194

Hi, everyone! I'm Georgiana, founder of SpeakEnglishPod.com. My mission is to help YOU to speak English fluently and confidently. Today I'll help you to learn the difference between the similar terms: shout, yell and scream. Later you'll practice these terms with a funny story told from 3 different grammar points of view. As you can see, you can learn English in a fun and effective way, only by listening! Please help me to spread the word by sharing it with your friends and family or by writing a review on iTunes. That means a lot to me. Thanks. Before you continue listening make sure you get the text. Visit my website: SpeakEnglishPod.com and look for the episode #037. Great! Let's get started! I'm perfectly aware that English can get very confusing because there are so many words with a very similar meaning. And very often students have asked me about the difference between the words "scream," "shout," and "yell." The level of intensity and the purpose escalates from shouting, to yelling, and lastly screaming. Shout and yell are very similar but if one shouts in anger, we often call that "yelling" rather than "shouting. "Additionally, in everyday conversation, the word shout is more common, and both words are less intense than screaming. When you shout you're just raising your voice without any particular emotional aim. For example, you may shout at someone that wouldn't hear you otherwise. Example: "It's too noisy in here!" she shouted. The word scream, however, tends to include a very loud pitch sound and indicates terror, panic, rage and other strong emotions. You scream when you're afraid of something or extremely angry! Example: "When he woke up and realized what had happened, he screamed in terror." Read the full TEXT here: SpeakEnglishPod.com

#037 The Difference between SHOUT, YELL and SCREAM with a Story

2018-03-1500:11:234

Transcript: Hi everyone! I'm Georgiana; founder of SpeakEnglishPod.com. My mission is to help YOU speak English fluently. Today I'll help you to learn new food vocabulary and I'll give you some tips on how to eat healthier when we're eating out. Later you'll practice your speaking with a funny mini story with questions and answers. As you can see, you can learn English in a fun and effective way, only by listening! Please help me to spread the word by sharing it with your friends and family or by writing a review on iTunes. That means a lot to me. Thanks. Great! Let's get started! Eating out can be a pleasure: someone else cooks for you and brings the hot food to your table, while you have fun with friends or family. On average, Americans eat out about five times a week. Sadly, when we eat out, we tend to exaggerate. Curiously some people are self-conscious about what they eat when they're at home, but when they go out, they forget about the consequences. [End of the Extract] READ the TEXT here: SpeakEnglishPod.com

#036    English Food Vocabulary Lesson – Eat Healthy at  a Restaurant

2018-03-0800:13:352

TODAY: I'll focus on the pronunciation of some words which my students often mispronounce. Later, you'll practice these words with a questions and answers mini story. I'll start by telling you the correct pronunciation, and then I'll use this word in a sentence. I don't know if you've ever noticed, but when you say a word individually, the pronunciation may sound a little different from when it's in a sentence. Also, before you continue listening make sure you check out the transcript. Visit my website: SpeakEnglishPod.com and look for the episode #35. End of the Extract. Get the TEXT here: SpeakEnglishPod.com

#035 Words in English you are mispronouncing

2018-03-0100:16:132

In today's episode: I'll talk again about the most common business expressions. Later, you'll practice your English speaking with a funny story with questions and answers. Awesome! Let's get started! A long shot If you describe a solution to a problem as a remote possibility, it means there is little chance of success, but you think it's worth a try. The idiom originates from the concept of a shot at a target from a great distance, therefore difficult to make. Example:"You could try to find that mysterious man. It's a long shot, but you could start surfing the internet." To go broke If you go broke, you experience a financial collapse. You'll lose most or all of your money. Example:"Our company is going to go broke anytime unless you stop spending money foolishly." Start from scratch The meaning of this expression is to start doing something over from the beginning. The root of the expression comes from races in which the scratch line was the starting point and wouldn't offer any advantage to anyone. Disabled people, would be given shorter distances to run, but they would always start from scratch. Example:"The company expects me to start from scratch and redo the entire task because I missed a key point. Down the drain This metaphoric term refers to water going down a drain and being carried off. If something is going down the drain, it means that it's getting worse or being destroyed and it's unlikely to recover. Example: "Everything's ruined! My big plans, my great company. All those years of work are down the drain." Go Out of Business When a company goes out of business, or something puts it out of business, it stops operating, especially because of financial problems. Example:"Highest interest rates can drive small companies out of business." (END OF THE EXTRACT). Get the text here: https://SpeakEnglishPod.com

#034 - Business English Idioms Examples and Story - Part #2

2018-02-2200:18:382

In today's episode: I'll talk about the most common business expressions. Later, you'll practice grammar with a point of view story. Awesome! Let's get started! Look up to someone When you look up to someone, you view them with respect and admiration. Example: "Tom truly looks up to his father, and he wants to become a policeman just like his dad." Show the ropes This expression refers to a sailor learning the different ropes for the sails of a ship. When you show the ropes to someone you explain to them how to do a particular task correctly: Example: "It'll take me a couple of weeks to show you the ropes but, after that, you'll be entirely prepared for the task." Day one We usually use the expression day one to talk about something that happens from the very beginning of an activity or a process. Examples: "I'm sorry, but your project was meant to fail from day one!" "This procedure has never worked from day one." -- End of the extract.-- Get the text here: https://SpeakEnglishPod.com

#033 - Business English Idioms Examples and Story - Part #1

2018-02-1400:09:403

In today's episode: • I'll talk about the most common symptoms that we experience when we're sick or ill. • Later, you'll practice grammar with a point of view story. Get the text here: www.SpeakEnglishPod.com

#032: How to Say you're Sick in English

2018-02-0700:15:272

In today's episode: I'll talk about a new way to improve your spoken English. I'll tell you about my secret project. Later, you'll practice vocabulary, and above all, you'll improve your spoken English with a funny question and answer story. First of all, I'd like to wish you a happy new year. How time flies! A new year has just begun! Get the text here: www.SpeakEnglishPod.com

#031 Enchanted - Practice your English speaking with a story!

2018-01-1500:15:589

I'm Georgiana, founder of SpeakEnglishPod.com My mission is to help YOU to speak English fluently and confidently. In today's episode: I'll talk about how Americans celebrate Christmas and how I used to enjoy Christmas time when I was a kid. Later, you'll practice vocabulary, and above all, you'll improve your spoken English with a funny question and answer story. Awesome! Let's get started! Multi-Cultural Christmas In the United States, every 25th of December people celebrate Christmas in many unique ways because of its multi-cultural nature. The modern, commercialized Christmas began to emerge in the 19th century with the new custom of buying gifts for children. Many of the Christmas holiday activities differ from family to family. It often depends on the cultural heritage of the family members. Some of the customs are like ones in the UK, France, Italy, The Netherlands, Poland, and Mexico. A typical celebration of Christmas Day in America combines Irish, Austrian, Polish and Belgian traditions. Despite the variety of cultures, most Americans agree that Christmas is a family time. For many families, Christmas is the one time of year when all family members, come together to eat, drink and spend a great time together. Read the full text here: www.SpeakEnglishPod.com

#030 🎄Christmas In The Usa | English Story – Speaking Practice

2017-12-1800:14:504

"Excuse me; I don't quite understand." "Could you please say that again?" Hi, everyone! I'm Georgiana, founder of SpeakEnglishPodcast.com. My mission is to help YOU to speak English fluently and confidently. In today's episode: I'm gonna talk about how to understand people who speak English with a strong accent. Next, through a point of view lesson, you'll practice vocabulary, and above all, you'll improve your grammar without memorizing boring rules. Awesome! Let's get started! I listen to people who speak English with a strong accent every day. Their mother tongue sometimes has a strong influence on the way they speak English. Have you ever traveled to another country and tried to speak their mother tongue? Then you're probably aware that some locals experienced some difficulties understanding you and that not everybody was patient. Some people got very impatient and sometimes even rude. That's why, whenever you talk to people with a strong accent you should try to be as patient and encouraging as possible. Read the full text here: www.SpeakEnglishPod.com

#029 English Strong Accent - Understanding People who Speak with a Heavy Accent

2017-12-1100:11:214

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