How to Speak Correct English?

English is frequently spoken throughout much of the world for the most part owing to Britian’s expansion during the colonial age. As far as India is concerned, there are no mincing words about the fact that English currently plays an imperative role in our daily life. Speaking unblemished and fluent English is no longer an issue of status; it is a fundamental necessity for securing a well-paid job and to flourish in one’s career.

Therefore let us observe the following TEN TIPS in order to perk up our English speaking and surmount our vacillation in the language:

1. Patience is the key to success

Always be patient. This is not a one day process. You might face obstacles in your learning process. Do not give up. Learning any language can be frustrating, but annoyance would not help you, so let it go.

2. Try to learn from your mistakes

Do never worry about making mistakes because you will make mistakes as a learner. Let your follies be your teacher.

3. Try learning helpful phrases

Learn certain phrases that can be used in a variety of situations. Here are some very basic English phrases which you can use in everyday conversation: i) yes; ii) no; iii) maybe or perhaps; iv) please; v) thanks/thank you/thanks very much/thank you very much;

4. Try learning the art of greeting a person

Learn how to greet someone appropriately. Here are some different ways to greet people: i) hi (quite informal); ii) hello; iii) good morning (used before noon); iv) good afternoon (used between noon and 6pm); v) good evening (used after 6pm) 

5. Try speaking simply and slowly

To begin with, always restrict yourself to simple sentences. After you have gained the requisite confidence, you can try speaking freely. Master the art of talking leisurely and cautiously. Never rush through your sentences. You are in no great hurry. Pause, think, frame a response and then speak. This way, you are likely to commit lesser mistakes.

6. Try improving your speech by observation

Mind the Ps and Qs of your pronunciation. Online tools such as GOOGLE will tell you how to pronounce a word correctly. Check out when you are in doubt. Vigilantly notice the manner in which gifted speakers of the language pronounce words and frame their sentences. A host of online sites offer you the opportunity to voice chat with another user. This is a very effective way to practice. Record yourself reading one article aloud every day. Focus on pronunciation, speed, clarity and emphasis.

7. Try improving your vocabulary

Learn new words every day. How would you do that? Well, either read at least one article of your choice aloud every day, or watch English movies with subtitles, or watch English shows. Keep a pocket dictionary handy for any word you may need to know the meaning of. If you have access to a computer, use an online dictionary. They are very fast and very effective. Thus, when you hear a new word, always try to find its usage and its antonyms.

8. Try taking the help of others and finally test yourself

Ask your friends, relatives and anyone you can to point out your mistakes and correct them. Try conversing with your closest friends in English only. Practice is a must. Once when you feel that your English is sound enough, go shopping in some mall or supermarket. You will find lots of shop assistants speak very good English. Even if you speak flawed English, they would hear you out patiently, as you are a customer.

These are just the first set of rules. Follow them and you would develop your own set of rules in no time.