For many people, speaking in a foreign language can be the hardest part of the whole process.\u00a0 The words make sense in your head but by the time they make it to your mouth they are one big jumble of craziness. What are some phrases that can get you out of this situation? Read on to find a few:<\/p>\n
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- I\u2019m sorry; my English is not so good.<\/li>\n
- I\u2019m learning English.<\/li>\n
- I don\u2019t know the word in English… (This gives you a moment to think or to try and say what you want to say in a different way.\u00a0 Or if all else fails, you can always act it out!)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Remember, most people don\u2019t mind slowing down or being patient when you are trying to speak a language that is not your native one.\u00a0 The other key to remember is that when things get jumbled up, take a deep breath and speak in short, simple sentences.\u00a0 These are a bit easier to manage when the pressure is on and you will still be perfectly understood.\u00a0 Oh, and keep practising!\u00a0 That\u2019s important too.<\/p>\n
Good luck!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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So you have been really practicing your English for the past few months. You have fine-tuned your listening skills and can follow most of a conversation.\u00a0 You are ready to take the plunge and start a conversation with a stranger. You pull up your socks, find a friendly looking face and rattle off your question…<\/p>\n