The Skill Corner

Real tips from a non-native English speaker I used to feel shy and unsure when speaking English. But with time, patience, and daily practice, I started seeing real improvement. Here’s the honest step-by-step process I followed: Step 1: I Stopped Worrying About Mistakes In the beginning, I always thought: “What if I say it wrong?” But then I realized  mistakes are part of learning. I told myself ; “It’s okay. Just speak.” This small mindset shift gave me courage to begin. Step 2: I Practiced Speaking Alone I started talking to myself in English  describing what I was doing, how I felt, or even practicing sentences I’d heard on YouTube. Example: 🗣️ “I’m making tea.” 🗣️ “Today I feel a little tired, but I want to study.” It felt weird at first, but it really helped! Step 3: I Listened Actively I watched short videos and interviews in English. But I didn’t just watch ; I listened carefully and repeated key phrases out loud. This helped me understand how native speakers speak nat...

How I Practice English Daily as a Non-Native Speaker Simple tips that actually work for learners like me Improving English is not just about memorizing grammar rules or long vocabulary lists. For non-native speakers like me, it's more about building daily habits and staying consistent. Here’s how I do it, step by step: 1. I speak to myself in English When I’m alone, I talk about what I’m doing or thinking — in English. It’s a simple trick, but it builds confidence. 2. I listen to English content I like I enjoy listening to short YouTube videos, songs, and sometimes even news clips. I focus more on the sound, the sentence structure, and how real people use the language. 3. I learn new words naturally Instead of forcing myself to learn 20 words a day, I focus on just 2–3 words that come up in my day. Then I try to use them in a sentence. 4. I write casually in English I keep short diary-style notes in English. For example: “Today I felt happy because…” or “I learned a new thing…” It ...