Importance of Spoken English & 5 Tips to Improve It

It is well known that English is universal language and widely used by many people around the globe. English is considered as lingua franca (bridging language or common language) used for communication in various sectors including higher studies, studying abroad, industries, business, science & research etc.

Do you know how English is considered as a global language?

Through imperialism, British took the job of spreading English world-wide. They started imperialism from 1600s to 1900s. And so, English has become the popular language in many countries and people started to speak the language though they had different mother tongue.

Here are the reasons for learning English:

 -- Job seekers must be fluent in speakingEnglish so that they can grab more job opportunities. The employers prefer English speakers to be their employees as they can handle partners and foreign clients.

 -- How English speakers benefit in science & technology? They can collaborate and work with other people in the same industry and share their innovative ideas.

 -- If your children are getting education in English medium school then parents must know the language. So those parents can teach their children effortlessly.

-- When you are in a marketing job or jobs that prefer travelling then spoken English will help you greatly. Shops, hotel and many other places have printed information in English.

Tips to Improve Your English speaking Skills:

1.     You must keep yourself in English speaking environment so that you can master the language easily. For this, you can join spoken English classes. People who come there are also on the same phase of learning the language. And so, you can learn via social interactions.

2.     Improve your vocabulary and it is essential to practice it every day. Vocabulary is like backbone for any language. By knowing more words in English, you can start to use it while speaking.

3.     Similar to vocabulary, English grammar also plays a vital role in mastering the language. You have vocabulary knowledge, however grammar is essential to frame those words into sentences.

4.     You must listen and then start to speak. Listening to various American accent speakers, you can grab the body language, how they interact and speaking style. By this way, you can gradually master to speak in English. Secondly, you can listen to your own conversation. Just record your English conversation that you did with your friend or neighbor. Listening to your mistakes plays as a powerful tool to rectify it.

5.     You must slow down the rate of speaking. Just think what you want to speak in English language and then start the conversation. There is nothing wrong in speaking after thinking about the answer. While thinking, just analyze the words that you wish to speak and things to make the words into phrase.

6.     There are several commonly used phrases including,

o    In the meantime,

o    Oh, come on

o    Just kidding

o    Sorry to trouble you

o    Can you kindly do this for me

So, know how and when to sue these phrases. You should also make sure that the phrases must sound natural in conversation.

I hope, these spoken English tips might be helpful for you to master the language with ease.