跟读练习: Improve SPEAKING SKILLS: Flow, Clarity, Confidence🎯 - 通过视频学习英语口语
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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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关于本课
您正在使用跟读技巧通过视频"Improve SPEAKING SKILLS: Flow, Clarity, Confidence🎯"练习英语口语和发音。
每天练习15到30分钟，将显著提高您的英语流利度和发音准确度。
什么是跟读法？
跟读法 (Shadowing) 是一种有科学依据的语言学习技巧，最初开发用于专业口译员的培训，并由多语言者Alexander Arguelles博士普及。这个方法简单而强大：您在听英语母语原声的同时立即大声重复——就像是一个延迟1-2秒紧跟说话者的影子。与被动听力或语法练习不同，跟读法强迫您的大脑和口腔肌肉同时处理并模仿真实的讲话模式。研究表明它能显着提高发音准确性，语调，节奏，连读，听力理解和口语流利度——使其成为雅思口语备考和真实英语交流最有效的方法之一。