How To Better Your English.....

Watch the BBC, read all of the time, and listen to songs with English lyrics in them. It is not that difficult.

Those are good points for lotters who really need want to improve their English. English is not our native language but I learn how to speak and right english when I was in grade school. I know I still need to improve some of my grammar and sentence constructions. Thanks for those advise. ;)

I agree with you. After 4 years here I am now quite good in this language. I even surprise myself of having gained the proficiency of the native speakers.

yes, you are right.i studied english very late compare to the new generation.my english is not good enough.when i going abroad , i find it's very important to use this language to exchange each other.so i try to improve it.mylot is a nice place.i have learned a lot of things here.

I am here for everything you mentioned, money, friendship, fun, learning. I do agree that even if you feel like you are not as good as the ones from English speaking country, you must not feel insecure because of that. As long as you can express yourself even with the few words you knew, then, it is already a good start. In addition to what you've stated, read newspapers or any edited publications where you will be able to read perfect or less flaws grammar. It'll really help a lot. :-)

I really cannot answer such heavy questions sweetie. It makes me more dumb than i already am, you know. I am here to, uuumm....... Honestly i have no freaking idea what the heck i am doing here. TATA.

Hey Rajib! I am glad that the fellow mylotter has improved his English through this forum. MyLot has been excellent and if one really wants to improve he has to be determined first and foremost. I really appreciate your endeavour to start this discussion and encourage others with the tips. Thanks again. Mimpi

Dear friend, What you quoted are exactly true. Moreover as there is various types of each from various countries it also helps one to know the way they use it. Really reading and posting helps lots not only in English languages also to enhance knowledge and get new friend.

I'll also add that anybody who is learning English is more than welcome to stop by any of my discussions and ask for explanations or for help.

There are many ways to improve your English. It maybe spoken or written but the fact is we need to know and express flawless English, else it sounds ridiculous. No one ever wants to become ridiculous and thus we need to stay firm for not making any errors. We can correct our English by watching English movies though their English is not 100% like ours as most of theirs is American English. We can read English newspapers, novels and story books of renowned writers. We can hear English commentary during Sports and during news. We can follow other peoples while they are speaking English but we have to keep in mind that whatever other people are saying may not be 100% correct so we need to stay alert and not to imitate them. We can follow the courses of learning fluent English and our determination and dedication can help to better our English.

Hi krajibg First let me reply to your q: Why am I on MyLot - I am here to make friends and participate in discussions to gain knowledge and share my views and opinions. Now for the rest of the part - Learning a language is never a harm instead it is a boon. I believe that any language can be mastered if one gets a chance to follow up the three principles - 1. Be in the company of people who know the language well - so that they can point out where you are wrong 2. Ability to speak the language - this is essential as if you wont speak, you would never learn to speak. I can also add up writing here but writing in a language is time consuming and may not be practically useful for all. 3. The most important - You should have a flair to learn and should shed off your inhibitions. Some people have a phobia of thinking - What would others think if I am grammatically wrong or otherwise. These things will hamper your learning process. And lastly, If you do not have access to #1, you should be fond of reading coz this way you would get to know the grammar and syntax of the language correct.

I am an online English teacher and I have been teaching students who are learning English as a second language and I always encourage them to be confident about themselves. Most of them are hesitant but I always tell them to try and try cause later on, after a few months they are going to be good at it already.

being a part of mylot maybe is one way of practicing my English, I'm not shy to say that I'm so poor in English also. and so with my grammar, but sharing discussions help a lot.

Yeah,I will never give up while I don't know anything because I want to know about that and I used to ask with my boss.To be better in English I used read a lot of things that provide in market as well as from friends.Some time I used to watch English movies and as well as sing a song.I would like thanks for my lot because this also one of improvement our English,I hope after few month I will be better than before.

hi krajibg yes this is good for all of us, from those of us who have spoken English all our lives to all who are learning as a second language. I know I have myself learned to write better'and I have seen so many from non English speaking countries who have really' improved over time. Mylot gives us a place to earn and make more' friendships from other countries, and to learn so much from other cultures.For me its not just earning, that's just the frosting on'the cake, its a place to relax and meet new and old friends here. I am amazed at how fast so many of you who have English as your second language improve. I am sure I would not do half as well if I were trying to learn to write in your native language. three cheers for mylot.

Yes, I must agree. Joining mylot is one way of improving English to those who are not really speaking English much. In the Philippines, English is our second official language so we spoke too often with this language in our daily activities. But I can say that I improve my English here.

I came here not only to earn money but also for improve my english. I am fully agree with you in this case.

well i really liked this disscusion well i have really bad spelling mistakes and i want to make it better. what should i do

Good topic krajibg, and absolutely true. Language is a cultural symbol and as such defines who we are. It is a part of our identity, our personality. Learning another language reflects our desire to mix, join, or share other cultures. The best way to learn another language i believe is to make that language a part of who you are. A part of one's personality. The best way to do that in my opinion is to practice the language in alls its elements. It is not enough to simply just read the language, or just speak it. We also need to write it. MyLot is a very good venue for practicing writing as there are many discussions and other opportunities for one to practice writing as well as reading the language in different levels of proficiency. The best part is that no one is judging your mistakes. Your 3 step suggestions can be very effective in helping people to enhance their writing abilities. Thanks for sharing

I have foundation of English after several years in school. But I cannot speak English good. I am searching the way to practice speaking English. Do you have any suggestion?