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5 Steps to Improving Your English Speaking Skills
Numerous organizations and companies have started to make 'speaking in English' a mandatory even when you apply for a job or go to attend an interview. It is important for one to acquire the English language as if it were their own mother tongue. Speaking in English comfortably and flawlessly will take some time and you've accepted it but can you neutralize your accent? Well, Yes! Yes you can. How to go about it?
Learn English Speaking the Online Way!
English has become a universal language of communication around the globe. Therefore, learning to speak English fluently is a priority for most people who do not have it as a native language. The most common advice that we have heard several times is to immerse ourselves deeply into the language to learn it. For instance, read English newspapers, talk in English at home and workplace, and surround yourself with people who speak the language. These are effective ways but not as much fun to learn the language. Let us look at some of the tips to improve spoken English skills.
Sure Shot Ways to Improve Spoken English
A majority of the population today can speak English. Whether they speak it correctly or fluently, is a different matter altogether. Nevertheless, English? Yes. Many people can speak that language. For improving your spoken English, it is not enough to simply learn new words and their meanings. It is important to use the words correctly, and pronounce them with a proper accent.
The Tricky Homophones!
English is often said to be a confusing language - and when it comes to homophones, we know how that notion came to be! Homophones, similar sounding but differently spelt words, are limitless as they are puzzling. As it is, English has words that are spelled in a way, and pronounced differently! For example, the envelope is pronounced as 'AHN Vuh lope'. In addition to this, we have to keep ourselves updated with homophones. Do not let the thought of learning homophones unnerve you. They are fun and a valuable addition to your vocabulary. Here is a set of few homophones:
Play to Increase Your Vocabulary!
The English language has over 500,000 words! Imagine knowing all these words – what a vibrant vocabulary that person would have! Anyway, it is not possible for a person to know every single of the 500,000 plus words and their meanings. Learning English is a continuous process – one has to keep learning and practising. The words in English do not change, but the style of speaking does, from time to time. Keep yourself up-to-date and impress your friends and colleagues with your English prowess!
English is a 'Blunder'ful Language
English, for us Indians, is still a foreign language. We do have our fair share of language experts, but a large portion of our population still struggles with vocabulary, pronunciation, and fluency. Confusing commas with semicolons, which with that, then with than are commonplace. However, there are blunders of a more serious nature that will make you cringe. Here are a few proofs:
Confusing English Words Decoded
Ever wondered whether to compliment or complement when your mother makes an exceptionally tasty dish? Worry not – you are not alone. The English language is full of confusing words, which we often use interchangeably. However, each word has its own distinct role and meaning. Proper understanding and knowledge are required in order to judge which word fits where. Here is a list of few words that have, and continue to, confuse people.
The Power of the Greek Word Haima, Haimatos via Diseases of the Blood
Greetings fans of etymology, Greek and Latin roots, and medical terminology! As with all disciplines, the learning of specialized vocabulary in the medical field can take years, but a great way to get a true leg up on learning this huge medical lexicon is understanding the Greek root words (and ...
Word Origins of Greek and Latin Roots for Nerve
It is now time to move on to discuss the Greek and Latin roots of the infrastructure of the central and peripheral nervous system: Neuron—sinew, tendon, nerve {neuro-} Nervus (Lat.)—sinew, nerve, vigor, determinationnn Let's take a look at the Latin root first. A nerve, derived from ...
Greek Word Origins of Neurology and Related Medical Vocabulary
Many good returns, fans of etymology, Greek and Latin roots, and medical terminology! As with most academic disciplines, the learning of specialized vocabulary in the medical field can take years, but a great way to get a true leg up on learning this vast medical lexicon (which only gains more ...
Greek Word Origins of Cardiology and Related Medical Vocabulary
Greek vocabulary, especially when it comes to parts of the body, plays a larger role in medical terminology, such as anatomy, than their semantic counterparts in the Latin language. So, although the Latin root cor, cordis is a prolific provider of vocabulary for the English language, it does not ...
SAT and Medical Vocabulary from the Greek Root Word Tomos
Grammatical greetings, fans of etymology, Greek and Latin roots, and devotees of medical terminology! This vocabulary article will consider not only medical vocabulary as it relates to the Greek root tomos, but also common SAT words derived from this root word. As with most academic disciplines, ...