To Fluency Podcast: English with Jack

53: One Simple Trick to Become More Confident and Fluent in English (Most Don't Do This)


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In this episode, you’re going to learn one of the most effective ways to build confidence in English conversations. This simple and practical method is often overlooked by English learners but can transform how you approach speaking English. By the end of this lesson, you’ll know how to create personalized sentences that will prepare you for most conversations and make you feel more fluent and confident.

Listen to episode 52 to learn how to use AI.

Listen to episode 19 for the fluency method.

💡 WHY PERSONAL SENTENCES ARE SO POWERFUL

1. MOST CONVERSATIONS ARE ABOUT YOU
Conversations often begin with questions about your life, such as your job, hobbies, or recent experiences. If you prepare answers in advance, you’ll save time, reduce stress, and speak more naturally.


2. TALKING ABOUT YOURSELF DOESN’T CHANGE
Since you often discuss the same topics—like your job, family, or interests—you can prepare answers that are nearly perfect and use them repeatedly.

3. SPECIFIC SENTENCES ARE MORE INTERESTING
Generic sentences are fine, but specific details make your answers more engaging and easier to remember. For example, instead of saying "I like tennis," you can say, "I love playing tennis, but I only play in the summer."

💡 HOW TO CREATE YOUR PERSONAL SENTENCES

1. LIST COMMON TOPICS
Start with basic topics like your name, age, and where you’re from, then move to more detailed ones like your job, hobbies, family, and recent experiences.

2. WRITE SIMPLE, NATURAL SENTENCES
Create sentences that are clear and easy to say. Focus on natural phrasing instead of trying to sound complex. For example, "I’m a graphic designer. I create logos for small businesses."

3. PRACTICE REGULARLY
Repetition is key. Use methods like flashcards or the listen-record-repeat-compare technique to internalize your sentences and ensure they sound natural.

 ADDITIONAL TIPS

✨ PRACTICE WITH AI OR TEACHERSUse tools like ChatGPT or practice with a language teacher to refine your sentences further. AI can help you generate examples or correct your sentences.

✨ PREPARE COMMON QUESTIONS
Don’t forget to practice asking questions too. For example, “What do you do?” or “Are you into sports?” These will make your conversations more dynamic and engaging.

🌟 THE BENEFITS OF THIS METHOD
This approach builds confidence, improves fluency, and helps you internalize vocabulary and grammar naturally. As your life changes, you can update your sentences while maintaining the same method.Start today by writing 10 sentences about yourself. Practice them regularly, build on them over time, and use them in real conversations. This simple method will help you feel more prepared and confident when speaking English. Try it, and see the difference it makes!
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