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What if just a few words could make you sound more natural in English or even like a native speaker?
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Hi there, welcome back to my channel.
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Kirstie here, your YouTube English coach.
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Today we are diving into linking words and connectors you should know to sound more like a native English speaker.
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Because you can master English, but if you don't use connectors, you won't sound natural.
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With these small but important words I'm going to show you how to start conversations and link ideas,
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add information to your sentences,
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show contrast, give examples, sequence ideas and express opinions with so much more flow.
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Let's begin with some connectors to start conversations and link ideas?
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Well, a great informal way to begin speaking or to transition into an idea.
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For example, well I think it's important to start small when setting goals.
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So, use this to show cause and effect or to continue a story.
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I wanted to improve my speaking skills so I started practicing every day.
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Actually is perfect for clarifying or emphasizing a point.
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Actually I'm not from Canada, I'm from the UK.
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Actually I've been learning English for three years now.
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By the way, use this to introduce a new slightly unrelated topic.
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For example, by the way if you would like some listening practice after this video, check out my popular ghost story.
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Link below in the description.
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See how I used by the way?
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You know, this adds conversational tone and helps engage the listener, but it's not formal.
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It is for spoken English only let me give you an
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example you know I think it's important to stay positive especially
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when learning a new language now let's look at linking words
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that help you add information to your sentences
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and is the most simple a simple yet powerful word for combining ideas I love studying English
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and I enjoy teaching it too.
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Moreover, is a formal way to add more information and you can replace and with this word.
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Don't forget that it's formal however, so for spoken English it might be a little bit too much.
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Let me give you an example.
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It's important to practice speaking, moreover listening to native speakers helps a lot.
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As well as, use this to include additional information.
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I'm working on my vocabulary as well as my pronunciation.
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Not only but also emphasizes two points.
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Let me show you how to use it.
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Not only is English useful for travel but it's also great for your career.
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In addition is another formal way to add a point.
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In addition to speaking practice, writing is essential.
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Sometimes you need to show contrast or disagreement.
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The following connectors will help you do this.
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But if is a common way to show contrast.
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I wanted to join the lesson, but I was too busy.
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However is a formal alternative to but.
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I wanted to join the lesson, however, I was too busy.
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I love grammar, however, I find it tricky sometimes.
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Although is used to show two opposite ideas.
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Although it was challenging, I continued to practice every day.
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On the other hand, is perfect for comparing two ideas.
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My sister likes classical music.
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I, on the other hand, like rock music.
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Whereas helps compare two contrasting ideas.
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I focus on speaking, whereas my friend prefers listening.
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Next, let's talk about transition words to give examples and clarify points.
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For example, we use this to illustrate an idea.
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There are many ways to practice English.
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For example, you can join a conversation group.
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Such as, is similar to, for example, I love learning languages such as Spanish and French.
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Like, is a casual way to give examples.
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You can watch English shows like documentaries or comedies.
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In other words, use this to explain something in a simpler way.
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For example, speaking regularly improves fluency.
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In other words, practice makes perfect.
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So the second part of your sentence
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when you use in other words has to be a simple version of the first part of the sentence.
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That is to say is a more formal phrase to clarify.
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I study every day, that is to say I make it a priority.
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When telling a story or explaining steps transition words are essential.
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First of all is used to begin a sequence.
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First of all, set clear learning goals.
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Then, is to be used for the next step in your story or process.
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Then, find resources that match your level.
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After that, is a natural transition in a sequence.
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After that, practice what you've learned.
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Finally, we'll conclude a sequence.
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Finally, review your progress and celebrate.
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At the same time is used to talk about simultaneous actions, actions that happen at the same time.
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I'm learning English and at the same time I'm preparing for a job interview.
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Lastly, here are connectors to express your opinions clearly.
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I think, a common way to state your opinion.
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I think learning English is rewarding.
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In my opinion, a slightly more formal way to share opinions just like I think you can say in my opinion.
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In my opinion, consistency is key to success.
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I agree with that statement.
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As far as I'm concerned, add a personal perspective.
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For example, as far as I'm concerned, vocabulary practice is essential.
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To be honest, we use this for sincerity.
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To be honest, I find speaking more difficult than listening.
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Frankly speaking is another way to express honesty or unfiltered thoughts.
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Frankly speaking, I need to practice more often.
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Now, how can you apply what you have learned today?
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Well, choose a few connector words from each of the segments in this video.
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There are timestamps so you can go back easily to each segment.
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Actively practice using the words you choose.
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In casual conversation, try beginning sentences with, well, or, you know, try saying, to be honest, instead of, I think, when you express an opinion.
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Try using however instead of but and remember to say by the way
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when you want to change the topic of the conversation.
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These are just a few examples of connector words that you can use in your use of the English language.
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This video has lots of vocabulary that you can play with if you want to sound more natural in English.
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Let me know in the comments below which connectors you already use
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and which ones from this video you would like to use more.
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If this video has helped you could you please help me by clicking the subscribe
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and the like button
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if you want to do some more English with me today then join me in the next video bye for now
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本課的詞彙與口語要點
這節 B2 級別的口語課以影片“Improve SPEAKING SKILLS: Flow, Clarity, Confidence🎯”為素材。 影片中反覆出現的詞有：English, word, example, practice, speaking。 這段影片共有 103 個句子、1118 個單詞可供跟讀。 講話部分時長為 7:38。 說話人語速平穩，每分鐘約 146 個詞，很適合跟讀。 84% 的單詞屬於英語最常用的 3,000 詞，其餘的詞建議在練習前先學一下。
影片中的重點詞彙
影片中最難的 15 個單詞，附發音和釋義：
| 單詞 | 發音 | 釋義 |
|---|---|---|
| connector 名詞 | /kəˈnɛktɚ/ | 聯結器 /聯結器 |
| vocabulary 名詞 | /vəˈkæb.jə.lə.ɹi/ | 詞匯 /詞彙, 語匯 /語彙 |
| clarify 動詞 | /ˈklæɹ.ɪ.faɪ/ | 澄清 |
| emphasize 動詞 | /ˈɛm.fə.saɪz/ | 強調 /強調, 著重 |
| moreover 副詞 | /mɔːˈɹəʊ.və/ | 並且 /並且, 而且 |
| conversational 形容詞 | /ˌkɒnvə(ɹ)ˈseɪʃənəl/ | 會話式的 /會話式的 |
| fluency 名詞 | /ˈfluːənsi/ | 流暢 /流暢 |
| sincerity 名詞 | /sɪnˈsɛɹəti/ | 真誠 /真誠, 真心 |
| timestamp 名詞 | /ˈtaɪmˌstæmp/ | 時間戳 /時間戳, 時戳 /時戳 |
| pronunciation 名詞 | /pɹəˌnʌn.siˈeɪ.ʃən/ | 發音 /發音 |
| listener 名詞 | /ˈlɪs(ə)nɚ/ | 傾聽者 /傾聽者, 聽者 /聽者 |
| simultaneous 形容詞 | /ˌsaɪ̯.məlˈteɪ̯.ni.əs/ | 同時 /同時 |
| illustrate 動詞 | /ˈɪl.əˌstɹeɪt/ | 舉例說明 /舉例說明, 闡明 /闡明 |
| unrelated 形容詞 | 不相關的 | |
| informal 形容詞 | /ɪnˈfɔɹ.m(ə)l/ | 非正式 |
影片中出現的短語動詞
| 單詞 | 釋義 |
|---|---|
| check out 動詞 | 退房 |
| go back 動詞 | 回去, 返回 |
值得反覆跟讀的句子
影片中簡短而完整的句子，可以直接用在日常對話裡：
- Let's begin with some connectors to start conversations and link ideas?
- See how I used by the way?
- After that, practice what you've learned.
- Finally, we'll conclude a sequence.
- As far as I'm concerned, add a personal perspective.
需要注意的發音
說話人用了 14 次縮略和弱讀形式，例如 I'm, don't, I've。請按聽到的簡短形式來說。
- “sh” 和 “zh” 音: conversational /ˌkɒnvə(ɹ)ˈseɪʃənəl/, pronunciation /pɹəˌnʌn.siˈeɪ.ʃən/
- 長單詞——注意重音位置: vocabulary /vəˈkæb.jə.lə.ɹi/, conversational /ˌkɒnvə(ɹ)ˈseɪʃənəl/, sincerity /sɪnˈsɛɹəti/, pronunciation /pɹəˌnʌn.siˈeɪ.ʃən/, simultaneous /ˌsaɪ̯.məlˈteɪ̯.ni.əs/
如何用這段影片練習
- 先完整聽一遍影片，不要開口，記下不認識的單詞。
- 用正常速度逐句跟讀，每句重複到你的節奏與說話人一致為止。
- 錄下自己的聲音並與原聲對比，特別注意 connector, vocabulary, clarify 這類單詞。
什麼是跟讀法？
跟讀法 (Shadowing) 是一種有科學依據的語言學習技巧，最初開發用於專業口譯員的培訓，並由多語言者Alexander Arguelles博士普及。這個方法簡單而強大：您在聽英語母語原聲的同時立即大聲重複——就像是一個延遲1-2秒緊跟說話者的影子。與被動聽力或語法練習不同，跟讀法強迫您的大腦和口腔肌肉同時處理並模模擬實的講話模式。研究表明它能顯著提高發音準確性，語調，節奏，連讀，聽力理解和口語流利度——使其成為雅思口語備考和真實英語交流最有效的方法之一。