ESL Tips
English is the lingua franca in many parts of the world and its usage and importance is known world over. Many international conventions and meetings are addressed in English. It is the single most important language for education, business, trade, commerce and for basic conversation. Many developing countries are learning the language with much ease because it is present in their syllabus as second language which is helping them to make a smooth transition from their dialect.
Having known about the importance of English world over it is also important to remember the importance of speaking good English. Learning English is different from speaking and writing good English. Vocabulary plays a very important part in differentiating from good English and English. This simply gets exaggerated for people those who have English as their second language.
These are some of the tips which will help you in improving English to an acceptable level. When you start implementing these tips in your daily life have integrity. Some great authors, writers and scholars have English as their second language.
Speaking or writing English is all about framing words together. To frame these words one must understand the Grammar, Vocabulary, Sentence formation, context of usage, antonyms, etc. These are must and prerequisite steps for anyone trying to learn English because these provide you foundation of basics which will help you in the long run.
Listening to English news channels such as BBC, CNN, CNBC etc helps you in improving your English. You need to understand what they are speaking about and the way they use words relative to the context. Some words if used in wrong context or with different expression can spell out disaster. Sentence formation is very important because message, emotions, feelings, information is conveyed through appropriate sentences. Poorly constructed sentences wipes out the interest of the listener and makes the discussion boring and uninteresting. Appropriate usage of vocabulary inside a sentence with relevant context should be the main priority for people having English as second language.
Some speaking tips for English learners. It is widely conceived notion that westerners and native English speakers speak English fast which is a wrong assumption. Many native speakers of English speak with a rhythmic pace and in a sing song manner which makes their English a little bit stretched and elongated but very pleasant to hear. English as second language speakers should cultivate habit of speaking English in a rhythmic manner and not getting their native tongue involved. If you are not confident to speak English with the common public you can practice English at your home sitting or standing in front of the mirror.
Be in a group with likeminded friends with whom you can share your feelings and speak in English with much ease without any problem. Also try to have those friends those who do not criticize or make fun of you when you have difficulty in speaking English. Slowly but gradually when your confidence improves you can start speaking in English with your other friends and eventually with your society.
“Failure is the stepping stone for success”
Write small stories and essays about a particular topic and present it either to your parents or teachers to grade it and ask them for tips to improve your performance. Another way to improve your English is to listen to music songs and writing their lyrics written. Then you can search lyrics for that particular song online. Try comparing the lyrics you have written from listening to the songs and then the original lyric.
