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It's the end of August, and in many countries in the Northern Hemisphere — like the U.S., Canada,France, Spain, or Japan — that means one thing: summer is ending. The days are still hot, but soon the air will cool down, the leaves will change color, and fall will begin.

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I'll be honest with you—I don't really enjoy going to the dentist. I think most people feel the same way. It can be a little scary, right? Now imagine you're not speaking your native language. If you already feel nervous about the dentist, trying to explain everything in English can make the experience even more stressful.

So today, let's go step by step and learn some useful phrases you can use before, during, and after your visit to the dentist.

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Last time, we talked about false friends—words that look similar in English and your native language, but mean something very different.

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Example 1: Actual

This one's a classic false friend.

In Spanish, "actual" or in Portuguese "atual" means "current" or "present."

But in English, "actual" means real or true — not "current."

So if you say: 👉 "My actual job is very interesting," you probably mean: "My current job."

Hi! I want to talk about something that can really help you understand English vocabulary better — especially if you speak a Romance language like Spanish, Portuguese, French, Italian, or Romanian.

These languages all come from Latin — you know, the language spoken by the Romans a long time ago. That's why we call them Romance languages.

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Some students like to read while they listen. Others prefer to read afterward. It's totally up to you. You might find it helps connect the sounds and the spelling—or just gives you more confidence. And one last thing before we jump in:

Even if it feels like you're learning slowly… you're not. Small steps really do add up.

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Today, I want to tell you about a book that I really love—Little Women, by Louisa May Alcott.

To be honest, it's one of my all-time favorite stories. It's warm, emotional, and full of life. I've listened to the audiobook version, and what makes it extra special is that it's a full-cast recording. That means each character has a different voice. It's not just one person reading the book—it sounds more like a movie. And it really brings the story to life.

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Today, I want to talk to you about something really simple—but very important. Be patient with yourself.

This episode has three short parts:

1. Why learning takes time
2. How to stop being too hard on yourself
3. A small mindset shift that can help you feel better

Before we get started, don't forget to get the transcript at SpeakEnglishPodcast.com/podcast.

In today's episode, we're going to talk about something very real—but often hidden: 👉 Why speaking English feels stressful… 👉 And how you can feel calmer, more focused, and more confident when you speak.

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Today's episode is about something many English learners do too often: Saying "sorry" all the time—even when they don't need to.

Let me give you some examples:

• "Sorry, can I ask a question?"
• "Sorry, my English is bad."
• "Sorry for bothering you."
• "Sorry for my pronunciation."

Maybe you've said these before. Maybe you say them often.

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In today's episode, I want to talk about a very helpful idea for your English and your life. How to be more aware when Speaking English?

Being aware means that you notice what is happening—inside of you and around you.

You stop and ask:

• "How do I feel right now?"
• "What is my body doing?"
• "Am I breathing fast or slow?"
• "Am I nervous, or tired, or relaxed?"

Get the transcript here: Speakenglishpodcast.com/344-how-to-stay-calm-and-aware-while-speaking-english/