Introduction:
Fluency in speaking helps in communicating smoothly and effortlessly. It also ensures that the listener is able to comprehend the conversation easily. Whether it is English or Spanish, while learning a new language, every learner focuses on achieving fluency in conversation. The ability to speak a language fluently also makes you feel more confident and you would not stop yourself from talking to a native speaker when the need arises. Let us see how as a language learner you can achieve fluency in English and Spanish languages.
Important things to know
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Start speaking
This is the first and foremost step that needs to be taken. Many learners wait for the perfect time before they start speaking. Let us understand that it is not possible to become perfect in communication by simply learning the vocabulary and grammar rules. They are definitely helpful, but only if you start speaking. Rather than worrying about making mistakes, try to learn from them. In fact, if you make a mistake and are corrected, you probably will remember that conversation for a long time afterwards and thus remember the words as well.
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Think in the language that you want to become fluent in
It is very common to think in our native language. To become fluent in any language, it is important to practice thinking in that language. This might need some effort and practice but can be achieved. Once you are able to master this technique, you can easily switch from your native language to your target language.
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Practice speaking aloud to yourself
This might sound a little funny but talking to yourself in English or Spanish can definitely help you become fluent in the language over a period of time. You can practice in front of the mirror. You can even record what you speak and listen to it later. This helps you to understand where you are going wrong and correct yourself.
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Focus on the most commonly used words and learn them
In any language, there are some words and phrases which are more commonly used than others. Also, learning the basic vocabulary of 200 to 500 words in any language can help you hold a conversation smoothly.
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Find a reason to learn the language
People may have different reasons to learn a language. Your reason will help you stay on track and learn to speak even when you want to quit. You might be more focussed on learning the language if it is a requirement for your personal or professional growth when compared to just trying to impress others.
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Start with a goal
A goal helps in creating a plan for learning. Start with a realistic goal and as you achieve it make higher goals for yourself.
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Dedicate time for learning every day
Rather than spending hours on weekends which might make you feel burned out, learn in smaller intervals every day and throughout the week. This helps you stay interested in learning.
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Find a partner to communicate
If you can immerse yourself in the English or Spanish-speaking world, nothing like that. However, in other circumstances, you can find a partner to communicate in the target language through a language exchange program online.
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Join a class
There are many online language learning platforms that help you learn in a one-to-one setting. In group learning, you might find it difficult to keep pace with other learners or might have to wait for your fellow learners to catch up with you. However, in a one-to-one session, you can learn at your own pace and clarify all your doubts with the teacher directly without worrying about being mocked.
Find what works for you, keep practicing, make mistakes and learn from them and speak in English and Spanish at every possible opportunity and you can become fluent over a period of time.