Clear spoken English: pace, structure and filler words
30 min · Beginner
Clear spoken English is not about a perfect accent or difficult words. It means the listener understands your point the first time: a clear structure, a steady pace, few filler words and simple language.
Topics in this lesson
- Point-reason-example structure for answers
- Pace, pauses and clear pronunciation
- Reducing filler words (um, like, basically)
- Explaining a technical project simply
- Daily speaking practice routine
Interview questions this lesson answers
- How do you make sure your answers are clear?
- English is not your first language. How will you manage in client calls?
- Explain your final-year project to someone who is not technical.
- How do you handle nervousness when speaking?
- What would you do if you did not understand the interviewer's question?
- How have you improved your communication recently?
- What is the point-reason-example structure?
- Why should the point come first?
- Answer "What is your favourite subject?" in PRE.
- What speaking pace is comfortable for interviews?
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