You want to know what you actually need to do to improve English speaking skills

[@navychefjoey]

Practice, practice, practice. Because availability is the greatest ability. In addition, dig in to it. 😊

[@hunji._]

👍👍

[@navychefjoey]

@@hunji._❤

[@vogditis]

I can understand second Russian, which is my best second language since early childhood. I can understand German, which I started learning at school. My third language is English, which I never learned or spoke until I moved to Ireland for work at the age of 34. On my first day, I understood some Irish too clearly for anyone to believe that I had never been exposed to English before... Something magical happened that day. English is my third language, which I can understand from natives, but not all dialects of it.

[@hunji._]

Wow, that's fascinating! How did you understand some Irish on your first day without ever being exposed to English before? Did the languages have some similarities that helped?

[@vogditis]

@@hunji._ When I was young, I lived in the Soviet Union. When I was 16-17 years old, they started showing over-translated American movies in Russian. These movies were illegally over-translated, and there was still the original sound of English. The English sounded mostly under the Russian and sometimes in between. I was watching movies and I didn't realize that my brain was getting a new language, but I understood that moment only a few months ago.

[@vogditis]

@@hunji._ Understanding some Irish and speaking English without grammar for many years while living in Ireland... Before four months from now I realize that I have grammar of English. For me, grammar means that I can now check how to use a word correctly in a sentence. Before, I couldn't have done a test where I had to choose the correct variant of a few words to use in a sentence. Now I can.

[@hunji._]

That's so fascinating! It's interesting how our brains can absorb information even when we're not actively trying to learn. The double exposure to English through those movies must have been a powerful language learning tool, even if you weren't consciously aware of it. It's amazing how much you were able to understand intuitively before consciously learning the rules.

[@vogditis]

@@hunji._ I read about language learning. Child speaks first word in his mother tongue and then under the control of parents (mostly) he needs up to 7 years until he goes to school to make this base of language in his long term memory and school he learns these grammar rules which has built on these words. Before rules he needs meaning of words... With second language this process goes faster instead of 7 years child need up to 1-2 years. I forgot how to learn any of my leanguage in childhood, but this how to have written teory about languages. With English I did not have the meaning of the words. This was my problem. I do not know what is the crucial aspect of my work of learning to give my mind this meaning of English words. I have been speaking broken English for many years. The problem for many learners is new, unfamiliar words in the language. My mind was empty of English words. I am not sure how that happened, and another person will do the same thing I did with a language that has only sounds in my head. Reading books is good for engraving this meaning of words in the brain.

[@nadiniakarsha4361]

Actually I just studied words or phrases by writing down so many times so far.. so now I got an idea how to practice them with my mouth.. actually I practiced with my mouth too but more often I just wrote them down and practiced.. so Thank you so much❤ for giving this idea♥️ I love your accent 💫🩷

[@hunji._]

Hi! Sure❤️ now you use your mouth more often!! Thank you for the comment✨ I love the videos on your channel 😊

[@nadiniakarsha4361]

@@hunji._ Sure♥️ and Thank you so much for watching my videos 🥺🩷

[@hunji._]

@@nadiniakarsha4361 No problem

[@MartinsLifeSharing]

KZbin took me here. I think KZbin knows that I am studying English hard so it recommends your channel. I've subscribed it. Please keep up the good work and update more, thanks

[@hunji._]

Hi! KZbin knows you’re studying English hard! 😊 thank you for the comment :)

[@lissigavino1855]

Please let us know how we can improve the listening skills. Thx!

[@hunji._]

Sure :) Thank you for the comment!

[@FayziyevFirdavs]

Thanks for the tip.I would also like to share my tip on improving and developing speaking skills is reading anything in English regularly out loud and cultivate a habit of speaking English frequently

[@hunji._]

You're spot on! Reading aloud really helped me improve my fluency. I used to find myself stumbling over words, but practicing pronunciation out loud made a big difference. Speaking frequently, even if it's just to yourself at first, helps build fluency and confidence. Thank you for sharing your tips!

[@FayziyevFirdavs]

@@hunji._ I'd also like to tell you whenever I read anything in English out loud for long, I started feeling a pain in my mouth. Have you ever felt a pain in your mouth after reading for longer than expected?

[@hunji._]

Haha, I get you! I wouldn't call it pain exactly, but I remember sometimes my tongue felt a little tired or tingly after reading English for a long time. I guess it was getting a workout pronouncing all those new sounds! Maybe it's because we need to use different muscles to pronounce the words compared to our native languages?

[@dominicwarbah1204]

Love and appreciate your confidence and eloquence

[@hunji._]

Haha thank you! :)

[@daodao3257]

Your English is amazing, is English your native speaking language？

[@hunji._]

Hi! My native language is Korean :)

[@gehanahmed2778]

But I'm usually understand what others say but when it comes to Speaking i just forget all i know about English

[@hunji._]

That's totally understandable! The good news is that since you understand what others say, you have a strong foundation. Speaking will come with time.

[@elpolloxd4525]

That happen to me all the time and I've been adding more words to my vocabulary, mostly when I speak english with others people. I think this happen because we are afraid to make mistakes or something like that...😢

[@hunji._]

​@@elpolloxd4525 Learning in general can be anxiety-provoking, especially with a complex skill like language. What do you think makes you feel afraid of making mistakes? Fear of judgement, negative past experiences, perfectionism ... ?

[@elpolloxd4525]

@@hunji._ I guess it's perfectionims, However, I don't give up in this journey to enhance my communication skills, thanks for your video, madame.

[@youssefkhairi7361]

Hi, thank you for your efforts to teach us English and I want to interview you when you feel free, I here appreciate it

[@hunji._]

Hi! Alright ill have to try to make some time for that🤔 thank you for the comment 😊

[@loydsevilla146]

Great video!

[@hunji._]

Thank you!

[@loydsevilla146]

Another question, is adjective and passive voice the same e.g. he was driven. Is this adjective or passive voice? Thanks

[@hunji._]

In this sentence, “driven” is an adjective.

[@loydsevilla146]

@@hunji._ could you explain why?

[@Bridv]

I'm trying 😊

[@hunji._]

Good! 😊

[@loydsevilla146]

I have a question, the most important skill in advanced English for me isn't about fancy wording? What is correct fancy word or fancy wording and why? Thanks

[@hunji._]

Hi! I would say both are right. But there's a slight difference in nuance. If you want to emphasize the overall tone and style of communication -> fancy wording If you want to emphasize the use of individual, uncommon, or unnecessarily complex words -> fancy words

[@loydsevilla146]

@@hunji._ I'm confused can you explain a bit further because I always hear people using fancy wording instead of fancy word

[@loydsevilla146]

@@hunji._ hmmm.. why did you say would because I'm having a hard time using would?

[@HunterKumar-nh2lh]

Where are you from, really you have good voice...

[@hunji._]

from Korea, thank you for the comment!

[@loydsevilla146]

Another question, worry-free, long- lasting, must - have products, english-learners, five-star hotel, are they all compound adjective? Thanks

[@hunji._]

compound adjectives: worry-free, long-lasting, five-star compound noun: English learners Must-have is a bit tricky. It’s a compound adjective and can also act as a standalone noun.

[@loydsevilla146]

@@hunji._ thank you for answering my question you are very kind for doing that! Anyways! Can you explain this to me, ' very light rain' is light here an adjective if it is why light is in base form why not past tense?

[@loydsevilla146]

Hi can I say it is corrected because I can see like it is corrected by Loyd Sevilla? Which one is correct?

[@loydsevilla146]

Which one is correct both are correct or both are corrected and why?

[@loydsevilla146]

'Language school' is this compound noun or language is an adjective that describes the noun school?

[@Mrimran829]

Awesome ❤❤❤

[@hunji._]

Thank you! :)

[@Dhas718]

When I want to speak english words don't come to my mind and when I speak on particular topic I can't elaborate topic😌 what should i do mam and how to speak with flow?

[@hunji._]

Hi! In my experience, the most important factor was finding someone who created a smooth and natural communication vibe, someone I genuinely enjoyed talking to. This naturally helped me speak more fluently, even with a limited vocabulary. I received some help along the way, and it pushed me to pick up new words organically within the context of our conversations. Talking to myself wasn't very effective for me; I personally needed the interaction with another person. For this, I trained myself to grasp new words/sentence structures by myself with the following way. >> The way I practiced my speaking skills was like this. I used to transcribe everything said in the video, repeating each sentence after I heard it, no matter how easy/difficult the sentence is. I tried to mimic them, checked some new phrasal verbs/words/expressions, and looked up the meaning of them. I was sometimes able to practice only 5 sentences for like 30 minutes to1 hour as my vocab and listening skills were not good enough so it took some time to master even 1 sentence. I enjoyed this whole process though, cause I was just enjoying myself speaking English itself. With this way, I could naturally acquire the correct and right way to say the sentences.

[@Englishafterhours]

Comprehensible input is a great way to learn and keep practising 🎉

[@basics9303]

선생님 안녕하세요, 다음부턴 영어로 질문드릴게요! 저번에 영어공부를 토크쇼 짧은거 골라서 나오는 문장 반복한다고 하셨는데 지금으로 돌아와서 처음시작하신다면 쇼츠로 하실지 궁금합니다. 어떤 토크쇼 위주로 보셨는지, 어느 정도 길이 선정하셨는지도 궁금해요!

[@hunji._]

안녕하세요! 지금 시작한다면, 쇼츠로도 할 것 같아요. 좋은 생각이에요. 영상 길이는 처음 시작할 경우에 3분 이내의 영상으로 하려고 했어요. 영상이 길 경우 다른 에피소드로 넘어가는 데 시간이 걸리는데, 이게 지루해지거나 제 기분이 그렇게 좋진 않더라구요. 새로운 영상으로 넘어갈 때 뭔가 진도가 나가고 있구나하는 심리적으로 다가오는 게 있어서 짧은 영상이지만 천천히 내 것으로 만들어보자의 접근으로 시작했어요! 컨텐츠는 예를 들어서 Ellen talk show, Marie Forleo, Mel Robbins 채널을 봤어요. 배우고 싶은 표현이 나오는 영상, 내 관심 분야를 얘기하는 영상을 활용했다고 생각하면 됩니다 :)

[@Sn-sq1rz]

A.O.A I like your video very much I want to improve my writing n speaking skill when I try to write n speak the words cannot come in my brain I confused shy n dishort sometimes I think I can't achieve my goal I don't know what is the reason help me n guide me please

[@hunji._]

Hi! It's totally normal to feel stuck sometimes when you're learning a new language. There are a few things I can suggest that might help. Just focus on speaking and writing what you can. Don't worry about perfect grammar at first, just get your ideas out there You want to find ways to make learning fun and practice speaking (preferably by literally talking to someone) every single day, even if it's just for a short time. There's more I can tell you about this journey. But, anyway, remember, achieving your goals takes time and practice. Don't get discouraged please. Keep at it. You can definitely do this. I totally relate to you and am now rooting for you! If you need any more help, you can DM me or send me an email :)

[@Englishafterhours]

I am the same with learning Spanish keep practising and don’t worry about making mistakes 🎉

[@Sn-sq1rz]

@@hunji._ thank you for your response my lovely teacher please guide me for improve writing n speaking skill long time I try to achieve but still zero

[@hunji._]

@@Englishafterhours exactly, should not be afraid of making mistakes!

[@hunji._]

@@Sn-sq1rz sure, you can dm me or email me! :)

[@HunterKumar-nh2lh]

I am from Nepal

[@Sn-sq1rz]

Can you teach me or help me long time I try but still zero

[@hunji._]

Sure :)

[@sajib1094]

Hi Hunji🙏I am from bangladesh. Nowadays i am trying to give 7 hours to learn english. In this 7 hour's.... I am trying to 1)read at least 1 hour. 2) learn vocab or idiom for 1hour. 3)writting 1hour 4) practising 2 hours and 5)listening 2 hours But the problem is that when i try to explain something after 1/2 miniute i can't explain continuosly. I think i should change my routine. coz probably it's not working😓 Give me some tips....How can i amplify my language skill?

[@hunji._]

Hi! 7 hours a day sounds very impressive! More likely it's per week, but either way, that's a lot of dedication. What do you do for “4) practicing for 2 hours”? Since you're already dedicating an hour to writing practice, I'd suggest talking to “real people” (instead of texting). This will help you get used to speaking spontaneously and explaining things on the fly. Talking to yourself can feel somewhat unnatural, and it might hold you back from expressing yourself freely. When you have someone interested in what you're explaining, the conversation flows more smoothly and naturally. This will help you train yourself to talk at length about topics you're passionate about. This is just my suggestion based on my own experience!

[@sajib1094]

@@hunji._ In these 2 hours i speak with people from other countries who are also learning english. Actually the bad thing is that when i try to listen to any podcast..that time i feel sleepy😓

[@goldenboy-br]

😁👍👍

[@hunji._]

Hey golden boy!

[@goldenboy-br]

@@hunji._ just stopping by

[@hunji._]

@@goldenboy-br sure thank you

[@abdyfatahfarahcasemero3899]

Hi hunj¡🖐how are You. Thank you so much you're Awesome videos, I'm very happy to have with you as an English teacher.💔for me I think you're the best teacher I've ever seen on KZbin. ¡ have been trying to speak fluently s¡nce many years ago but, ¡ FeeL i am still ¡n The some place where i started. I have studied many grammar rules But when I speak I have found many difficulties. I'm Good at Understanding when I listening podcasts, KZbin videos, sports interview, Episode. But when I wanna to speak I have a difficulty. In my case what i have to do to improve my English skills❓Sometimes i feel frustrated because I understand 99% oF what You say, i still can't speak well.🥺 I Don't know why I'm stilling struggling in speaking. Greetings from Africa❤🖐

[@hunji._]

Hi! 👋 yeah I’m sure there must be lots of people having the same struggles. Do you practice speaking every day or do you have someone you can talk to in English every day even for like 10 minutes would be questions i can ask you to ask yourself 🤔 thank you for the comment ☺️

[@nagalandbuddy6027]

So shaky...😅your video is

[@hunji._]

Yeah, I should’ve used a tripod. My other hand gesturing threw the shot off a bit😅 thank you for watching it though :)

[@nagalandbuddy6027]

May I know are u from which country?

[@hunji._]

@@nagalandbuddy6027 from Korea, and you? :)

[@nagalandbuddy6027]

I am from India

[@fffff8883]

oh my god! You cannot even hold you cellphone stably. What are you trying to do?

[@hunji._]

Haha you’re right! That phone wobble was all my fault😂 Turns out using two hands while holding a phone is tricky. A tripod next time, for sure!