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How can I improve my language skills?

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Read books or watch TV shows in that language! Speak the language as much as you can at home or with friends.

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When was this article published, and who wrote it?

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This article was written anonymously in 2008 ,and partially edited several times since.

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How do I improve my English speaking?

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The key is to practice and be confident. If your city has a lot of foreigners, try talking to them. You can also join classes, and remember to not feel shy, they are humans too. Another way is to practice talking to yourself in front of the mirror - it's not weird at all.

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What is the main purposes of learning a new language?

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Talking to other people in that language, learning about other cultures, widening your horizon, having fun and becoming smarter. I gotta say, there's a lot, so just start and enjoy.

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How can I get over being timid and shy when speaking in public?

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You could get over that by standing tall and confidently and opening your mouth wide when talking. Also, try talking to your friends and family at home to practice.

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How can I avoid making errors when speaking English?

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You need to practice any chance you get. When you speak with someone whose first language is English, don't be afraid. If you make mistakes, this would be your opportunity to learn what the correct way is.

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How can I improve writing skills via reading skills?

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Notice how other writers express their thoughts, and try expressing your own thoughts in similar ways.

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Why is reading one of the language skills?

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If you want to improve your skills in a certain language, reading texts in that language will make you familiar with normal usage of all aspects of that language. Even though you may not (yet) know the grammatical rules behind a certain linguistic construct, seeing that construct used in print over and over will allow you to use it with confidence yourself. Also, reading introduces you to new words so will expand your vocabulary.

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How can I simply improve my English speaking capacity if no one around me knows English?

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Use the internet! There are many resources on many websites, like Youtube. Watch English TV shows and movies, listen to English songs and sing along to the lyrics. If there is an English bookstore around you where you live, you can buy children's books (preferably classics) and then make progress towards more complex language.

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