Speechify's English language learning blog

At Speechify, we publish bi-weekly blog articles on topics requested by our students to learn English online. In these blog series, you will find meticulously researched topics that will assist you in your online spoken English fluency assignments.

We wish to establish this space as a discussion forum for learning different topics in English language education like English Grammar, Spoken English fluency, English vocabulary building exercises and so on. As an online English speaking course, we believe there is much to English language education other than only grammar basics and pronunciations!

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Necessity of Idiomatic Expressions in English Language

Necessity of Idiomatic Expressions in English Language The usage of Idiomatic expressions is an essential part of the English Language competence and vocabulary. English language speakers must be aware and proficient in using these expressions. Idioms can be tricky but when you go deeper, they are fun to learn. As an online English speaking course in India, we believe that it is imperativ...

American vs British English forms- How and when to use them

American vs British English forms- How and when to use themThere is a serious concern arising among English-learning aspirants regarding which is the better choice, the American or British form of English. And this is not a simple matter as there is more than the differences we observe in spelling, pronunciation, and accent. We are almost living in two different English worlds within the entire En...

Figures of Speech: Hyperbole

Figures of Speech: Hyperbole Our much-demanded blog series on English Grammar- Figures of Speech is finally here. Figures of speech come in many varieties. The aim is to use the language inventively to accentuate the effect of what is being said. Our online English tutors will provide weekly in-depth articles to help you understand them in as simple words as possible. Most online English spea...

Journey from a regular to an effective English speaker

Journey from A Regular to an Effective English Speaker At Speechify, majority of our students seek assistance in spoken English training. Most online English classes provide a variety of spoken English lessons, even the controversial crash courses that leave the student more confused than before. Online English speaking courses in India also offer accent polishing courses. However, learnin...

Figures of Speech: Onomatopoeia

Figures of Speech: Onomatopoeia Our much-demanded blog series on English Grammar- Figures of Speech is finally here. Figures of speech come in many varieties. The aim is to use the language inventively to accentuate the effect of what is being said. Our online English tutors will provide weekly in-depth articles to help you understand them in as simple words as possible. Most online English s...

Things to know about the international English language standards - The CEFR language standards

Things to know about international English language standards When you embark upon learning a new language, you already have a fair list of reasons as to why you want to learn this new skill set in the first place. A certification validating your proficiency is the next step to embellish this newly acquired skill on your resume. But what truly defines your proficiency in English? Is it the certif...

The truth about online English speaking courses in India

The truth about online English speaking courses in India It has been about 5 years since we started Speechify in India, with a unique goal to make English learning affordable and accessible to all. With the British colonization, the English language has been around the Indians as early as the mid-18th century. Despite having 122 major languages along with 1599 other languages, the attraction ...

Using Pauses to Improve Your English Speaking

Using Pauses to Improve Your English Speaking As an online English speaking course in India we get a plethora of students who are familiar with the English language to a great extent, but struggle with spoken English fluency. Effective communication skills are not only about English fluency and definitely involves lot more than simply talking. An indispensable part of communication are the pa...

Figures of Speech- Apostrophe

Figures of Speech- ApostropheFigures of speech come in many varieties. The aim is to use the language inventively to accentuate the effect of what is being said. Our online English tutors will provide weekly in-depth articles to help you understand them in as simple words as possible.Most online English speaking courses in India will offer comprehensive courses that simply introduce Figures ...

Practicing English speaking with Impromptu and Persuasive Speech

Practising English speaking with Impromptu and Persuasive Speech When learning English as a second language (ESL), there is a lot more at play than simply rote techniques that are sadly practiced amongst several online English speaking classes. Language speaking skills begin with your thoughts. This means that any effective communication begins with our th...

Figures of Speech- Antithesis

Figures of Speech- Antithesis Figures of speech come in many varieties. They enable the use of language inventively to accentuate the effect of what is being said. In this blog series, our online English tutors will provide weekly in-depth articles to help you understand them in as simple words as possible. Most online English speaking courses in India will offer comprehensive course...

Teaching English Online- An English Tutor's Analysis

Teaching English Online- An English Tutor's Analysis Speechify has successfully completed over 5 years as a leading online English-speaking course in India. In our experience, teaching online is an excellent method for both students and teachers. Online English classes facilitate all the things you love about being a teacher right to your home. Teaching online gives you ample opportunities a...

Figures of Speech- Alliteration

Figures of Speech- Alliteration In our today online spoken English class blog series, we shall be discussing Alliterations at length. Alliteration is the most commonly used Figure of speech. Advertisers and marketing agencies have used them extensively for its unique and catchy rhetoric effect. Today we see alliterations in not only literature and poems but also in brand names, celebrity names...

Building a Better Vocabulary-English Language Learning tips

Building a Better Vocabulary-English Language Learning tips Building a rich vocabulary will not only help you professionally, but it will also open your mind to new things. Learning new words creates an interest to learn, thereby improving your communication skills. Online English-speaking courses in India as well as globally identify vocabulary as the toughest hurdle in language learning. A ...

The Importance of Gestures in English Language Learning

The Importance of Gestures in English Language Learning We all are aware that actions speak louder than words. Isn’t it? Yes, active engagement is vital for learning any language. As an online English-speaking course, we strive to apply several ways to engage the students in learning. It can be using different activities, language games, videos and other interesting content. It becomes reall...

Figures of Speech- Metaphor versus Simile

Figures of Speech- Metaphor versus Simile Our much-demanded blog series on English Grammar- Figures of Speech is finally here. Figures of speech come in many varieties. The aim is to use the language inventively to accentuate the effect of what is being said. Our online English tutors will provide weekly in-depth articles to help you understand them in as simple words as possible. Most onlin...

Importance of Language Games in Leaning English

Importance of Language Games in Learning English Activities and games can prove to be really useful while learning a language even when you are learning via an online English speaking course. The learners understand better when they are active. If games are properly designed, they may help in making the teaching-learning process more effective. Games provide language practice in all the four s...

Smart English conversation tips- The amazing world of Oxymora

Smart English conversation tips- The amazing world of Oxymora Today, we start a unique blog series in order to help you with simple tips to improve your English conversation. Prepping up on English grammar basics, English vocabulary and pronunciations etc is the first step of English language education. Most online English speaking course in India address these basics. However, once you are ...

Fun facts about the English Language

English is Interesting! Do you have contradictory feelings about English? On one hand, you love watching English movies; on the other hand, you are not able to understand it because of tough grammar or never-ending vocabulary? Most online spoken English classes simply chase you with rote learning and this makes learning English an unnecessarily confusing or loathsome experience. English is ...

English Communication- Formal and Informal English conversation guidelines

English Communication- Formal and Informal English conversation guidelines Today’s blog is more of a list of examples on how I train my students during our online spoken English class. I have observed that there is always certain confusion and unclarity about the usage of English words and sentences when it comes to formal versus informal modes of communication. Technically, formal commu...

How to Improve English Writing Skills- Top 7 Tips

How to Improve English Writing Skills- Top 7 Tips What is the one thing we notice in our students when they enroll to online spoken English classes? -While they are learning a new language, they strive to get better in every aspect – be it speaking, reading or writing. Writing has always been one of the most important aspects in a human’s life, as much in the preceding centuries, as it is ...

Business English- Positive Effects of English Language Learning for your Staff

Business English- Positive Effects of English Language Learning for your Staff Have you noticed how every non-English speaking nation has the greatest number of online spoken English classes? English, being the global language, is also the primary language of the corporate world. There are roughly 360 million people whose native language is English with approximately 20 percent of the world...

Business English- The importance of body language in the workplace- The Do’s and the Don’ts’s

Business English- The importance of body language in the workplace- The Do’s and the Don’ts’s Our today’s blog in the online business English series is about body language in the workplace. Body language is a type of nonverbal communication in which physical behaviors, as opposed to words, are used to express or convey the information. Such behavior includes facial expressions, body po...

British English and American English- Language nuances to note

British English and American English- Language nuances to note The contradictoriness and discrepancies in spellings, grammar and vocabulary between British and American English keeps new learners or beginners quite puzzled. Both are daily dialects of the respective native residents; they offer insights into how they communicate. Though there are more similarities, it is possible to miscommunicate...

Why is listening as a skill necessary to learn English?

Why is listening as a skill necessary to learn English? Which is the most common form of communication- speaking, listening, reading or writing? Well, you might think it is speaking, but it isn’t- it is LISTENING. From birth, listening plays a key role in developing language comprehension. Babies listen to words spoken by their parents before mimicking sounds and speaking their first words. Lis...

How to improve your communication skills in English? – The 7Cs of effective communication

How to improve your communication skills in English? – The 7Cs of effective communication Have you come across people who speak fluently in English but simply prattle along? Or do you often feel that you are incapable of expressing your great ideas confidently? This is why to have good communication skills, not only English fluency matters but also effective communication skills! Communicatio...

How to help your child speak confidently and fluently in English?

How to help your child speak confidently and fluently in English? Children are the best learners and its true that they start incredibly young in terms of imbibing good learning habits. With respect to their cognitive development and language learning, they start observing and mimicking their care-takers at 18 months. Thus, learning starts young in the toddler phase and it can be easily termed...

English Vocabulary building tips – Online Spoken English class assignments

English Vocabulary building tips – Online Spoken English class assignments Vocabulary learning exercises is a critical process acquiring building blocks in second language acquisition or simply speaking learning new words to be better able to converse in the language being learnt. As an online English Speaking course in India, we have noticed that learners are usually exposed to a limi...

What to look for in an Online English speaking course in India?

What to look for in an Online English speaking course in India? We have covered quite a lot of articles when it comes to choosing online English speaking classes. Our blog series have discussed shortlisting frameworks, guides etc. to enable you in decision making when it comes to selecting an online spoken English course. If this wasn’t enough, today we have one more guide to consider wh...

Business English- 12 Common Job Interview Questions & how to answer them

Business English- 12 Common Job Interview Questions & how to answer them In our online Business English lessons series, we today will discuss on questions commonly asked in job interviews. Online English speaking classes usually help students these days with crash courses in interview prep modules. While there is no harm in enrolling for such prep modules, we however do recommend that i...

How long does it take to speak fluent English? – The true answer

How long does it take to speak fluent English? – The true answer In the last 2 years, there have been too many online English speaking courses emerging on your Google search results. With tag lines like “the best course”, “India’s no.1 course” and so on, this information is cumbersome to process. In our earlier blog we have discussed about the factors one must consider while s...

44 Common English Phrasal Verbs with meanings and examples

44 Common English Phrasal Verbs with meanings and examplesPhrasal verbs are defined as a phrase (such as take-off or look down on) that combines a verb with a preposition or adverb or both and that functions as a verb whose meaning is different from the combined meanings of the individual words.Phrasal verbs are extremely common in spoken English. You may observe that a lot of native English sp...

Is it possible to learn English by myself?

Is it possible to learn English by myself?Every student trying to learn English as a second language (ESL) has given this question quite some thought. Most of them must have browsed Google results endlessly as well as sifted through Quora answer forums. We are not sure how helpful this exercise must have been, definitely provided most of you with some direction, but not a single answer in it...

25 Most useful and common English Idioms- With examples, sentences and meanings

25 Most useful and common English Idioms- With examples, sentences and meaningsIn our today’s blog post, we will discuss what English Idioms are and their usage in English language. To be completely responsive in English, one needs to be well-versed in Idioms. They make the point accurate and effective. The Cambridge dictionary defines idioms as a group of words in a fixed order that ha...

How to choose the best online English speaking course for you?

How to choose the best online English speaking course for you? When you hit Google’s search button for browsing through the limitless options for an online English speaking course, the search results are only confusing rather than being helpful in any way to you. 90% of the browsers will abort their search expedition at stage, only to come back at it later-the outcome being the same as befor...

Learning English Online: Long term habits to learn English language successfully and continuously

Learning English Online: Long term habits to learn English language successfully and continuouslyIn our concluding article on the Learn English Online series, today we speak about few daily habits that will help you improve your spoken English continuously. Many a times we focus only on the end goal and plan on a few steps as part of the process to get there!But this works for planning a destinati...

Learning English Online: How to improve English reading and writing skills?

Learning English Online: How to improve English reading and writing skills? As India’s best online English speaking course, it is our constant endeavour to help you succeed in your English learning journey. In our prior articles we learnt about the significance of English vocabulary development as well practical tips to improve English Grammar as well as spoken English. Now lest move to the...

Learning English Online: How to improve spoken English?

Learning English Online: How to improve spoken English online? In this blog post, we move to step 2 of our guideline framework to learn English online. As we discussed in our earlier article, each learner must begin with developing their English vocabulary. Most spoken English classes may not really be of help to you at this stage as vocabulary education is 100% self-learning. Learn at your pace ...

Learning English Online: Where should you start to learn English speaking?

Learning English Online: Where should you start to learn English speaking? Speechify today is a leading online English speaking course in India. Our students have given us glowing reviews across forums and unanimously claim us as the best online English speaking course available today. We are delighted, humbled and even more determined to help you navigate the tricky world of spoken English fluen...

Business English – How to conduct a business meeting?

Business English – How to conduct a business meeting? In our today’s article for English for Business series, we will discuss few smart tips to conduct productive business meetings. The aim of any business meeting is productive brainstorming. Any working professional will tell you this that attending and conducting business meetings is an everyday activity in the workplace. Our onlin...

Business English- What should a great presentation have?

Business English- What should a great presentation have? In our previous article on online Business English lessons for working professionals, we discussed at length several tips for delivering an effective presentation. Today, we speak about the design and content structure that are essential for engaging your audience with that “wow” factor! As an online English speaking course in ...

Business English- How to give great presentations at work

Business English- How to give great presentations at work In our next article in the Business English series for working professionals, we shall be discussing on the most important skill set in the work place- business presentation skills. Business presentations are common assignments for middle management positions on an almost daily basis. But if you are keen to climb up the career ladder...

Business English: Negotiation skills for success in the work place

Business English: Negotiation skills for success in the work place In our article series focused on online Business English lessons for working professionals, today our topic of discussion is on negotiation skills in the work place. Our expert online spoken English tutors and their commitment towards our students has made Speechify the best online English speaking course in India. Our spoken Eng...

Business English- 15 Tips for writing effective emails

Business English- 15 Tips for writing effective emails As India’s leading online English speaking course, we are daily fielded with requests for effective tips and tricks for achieving English proficiency. This is applicable to both written as well as spoken English fluency Many working professionals enroll to our courses and practice English speaking with our online English speaking tutor...

4 Tips for inculcating good reading habits in kids

4 Tips for inculcating good reading habits in kids At Speechify, we frequently encounter parents who are keen on spoken English lessons for their kids. Online English speaking classes for kids not only focus on spoken English fluency but also English writing, English grammar and vocabulary building. Many parents also invest in online English courses in India for the better learning rapport that ...

Different ways to take private lessons in English

Different ways to take private lessons in English To learn the English language is tricky but not impossible. Do you find yourself confused or overwhelmed as to where you must begin? With so many online spoken English courses coming up and each of these claiming to be the best online English speaking course, it has become imperative to have your own shortlisting framework. We have covered multipl...

English communication skills that will make you successful in the workplace

English communication skills that will make you successful in the workplace Communications skills be it in English or any other language in the workplace are crucial to your success. As an online English communication course, we offer spoken Business English lessons to many working professionals and also job aspirants. The best online English speaking courses in India will even have an entire se...

Tips to neutralize your vernacular Indian English accent

Tips to neutralize your vernacular Indian English accent Few weeks ago, we had discussed here on our blog how many Indians make a beeline to soften or neutralise their English accents when they enrol to our online English speaking course. The reasons for this maybe several- personal embarrassment of their “heavy accents”, career demands, “expat roles” in a different job ma...

Tricks to make online English learning fun for kids

Tricks to make online English learning fun for kids Online spoken English classes for kids are beneficial as great language skills are directly related to cognitive development. More parents are including new language learning as part of their kid’s study work other than school assignments. With the pandemic shifting traditional businesses towards online platforms, online English speak...

9 Basic English Grammar functions

9 Basic English Grammar functions In our final series of articles to learn English online, today we will be learning the basic functions of English grammar. English grammar functions are defined as “Grammatical function is the syntactic role played by a word or phrase in the context of a particular clause or sentence. Sometimes called simply function. In English, grammatical function is primari...

4 simple tips to learn spoken English online

4 simple tips to learn spoken English online To learn English online is now more common than before thanks to the rapid rate of digitalization in today’s globalized markets, at a pace accelerated unprecedently by the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. Online spoken English classes are now more evolved in terms of their course curriculum, online lesson delivery with a more customized approach to ...

Simplest ways to learn English Grammar tenses

Simplest ways to learn English Grammar tenses English Grammar tenses are the fundamentals of English language. Grammar Tenses are defined as the form of a verb that shows the time something happened, or is going to happen. Simply speaking, tenses are the backbone of every sentence you will speak and hence are extremely crucial in English communication. In this blog article, we wil...

The ultimate guide to English Grammar

How to improve your English grammar? Follow these 13 steps English Grammar, the instant we hear this word it reminds us of the school class years ago, about how we used to get confused with all the foundations and structure that our teachers taught us. Even after constant practice there had to be one section which always terrified us and we found ourselves thoroughly confused. English Grammar is...

How to improve your Business English skills?

How to improve your Business English skills? Wikipedia defines Business English as a variant of international English that focuses on vocabulary and topics used in the world of business. Business English comprises of communication skills used in the workplace, and focuses on the language and skills needed for typical business communication such as presentations, negotiations, meetings, small talk...

What to look for in an online English tutor?

What to look for in an online English tutor? Learning to speak fluent English requires the correct mix of consistent effort, course content and the right tutor. The ongoing pandemic has accelerated digitization globally at a pace even faster than imagined. Like every other sector, the education field has observed an increasing trend towards eLearning solutions. More students today believe in the...

Why are one-on-one English-speaking lessons better than group tuitions?

Are you looking to take an online English-speaking course? Both private/ one-on-one English lessons and group lessons are great, each with its own set of merits. However, for learning language speaking private lessons prove to be more successful. Focused approach- One-on-one lessons operate in a more focused atmosphere. The tutor is able to identify the student’s learning requ...

Why are spoken English speaking courses better than traditional English learning formats?

Why are spoken English speaking courses better than traditional English learning formats? Learning to speak fluent English requires consistent practice and some smart work. Many learners struggle to familiarize themselves with English pronunciations- a tricky aspect of the English language, however not impossible to master. This is why spoken English classes are the smarter choice when learning t...

Speechify: Best Online English-Speaking Course in India

Speechify: Best Online English-Speaking Course in India India is a diverse multilingual country. Indians speak over 122 major languages and 1599 other languages. If we further investigate dialects, the number will be 3 times greater! With globalization, Indians are now keener to learn global languages like English, Spanish etc. Rapid urbanization has made newer job opportunities available in mul...

Why should you be proud of your accent?

Why should you be proud of your accent? Language and dialects are a colorful representation of our history and social groups. They reflect our cultural heritage in subtle expressions and are unique to our traditions. The same applies to our accents which are defined as “a distinctive way of pronouncing a language, especially one associated with a particular country, area, or social class&rd...

Things to avoid while learning to speak English

Things to avoid while learning to speak English Learning to speak fluent English takes practice. We daily meet students who have attempted speaking fluent English and for various reasons been unable to achieve fluency. As we have said before, English speaking is tricky but simple. At Speechify, we believe fluency in English is only possible through consistent spoken English practice. The most cr...

Why speaking fluent English is important for your career?

Why speaking fluent English is important for your career? If you are reading this article, you already are somewhat clear on the aspects of career growths driven by language skills (and that you are looking for ways to improve your English speaking!). English is the most common language spoken around the world. About 350 million people globally converse in English, which is about 20% of the earth...

Why is learning English so difficult? One to One English speaking lessons to your rescue.

Why is learning English so difficult? One to One English speaking lessons to your rescue. You made a new year’s resolution to learn speaking in English. You enrolled to a course or downloaded an English-speaking App on the Google play store. You browsed the web for the most common English phrases and the best grammar tips or vocabulary building tricks. But the effort still seemed too much. ...

10 Simple tips to practice speaking in English

10 Simple tips to practice speaking in English Learning a new language may seem difficult. And if its English that you wish to master, the inconsistent rhyme schemes, syllables, synonyms, pronunciations etc. can make it confusing for you to improve your learning experience. Learning to speak in English is possible with consistent practice. And this applies to almost any new language that you wish...

What makes Speechify the best online English speaking course?

What makes Speechify the best online English speaking course? Speechify is the best online English speaking course available for improving English fluency. Now, you might say it is a little presumptuous of us to assume that we are the best. Let us convince you why Speechify is on the top when it comes to taking spoken English classes online. Maximum speaking practice time We are not kiddi...

How to write better in English?

How to write better in English. English writing is an essential job skill whether it's an essay, an email, an article, or a blog. It is a supreme tool of communication as it enables us to convey our message with precision. English being a global language holds a crucial position throughout the world. It opens up various opportunities for non-native speakers to obtain better jobs and position...

Online English learning for beginners

Online English learning for beginners Learning English online can be a daunting task for those who are new to the world of online learning. In times like these when it’s not possible to go out and attend regular classroom courses, it becomes even more important to know how to learn English online Though people have been learning English online for a long time, for many people, it is just th...

11 tips to perform well in group discussions

How to perform well in group discussions? Whether it's job interviews or college admissions, group discussion is an important part of the process. It is an elimination round, to be precise, and considered one of the most important rounds. Group usually consists of 10-12 candidates who come together and express their views on any given topic. This helps the moderator in deciding suitable candidate...

11 simple ways to improve English vocabulary

How to improve English vocabulary? The English language has a vast number of words. Be it simple or complex, all words can be replaced by alternate words with a varying degree of change in their meaning. But how to harbor all these words in our mind. It does seem a little taxing. Right! However strenuous it may sound, but once we follow an easy pattern of working with words...

English learning for Kids: 7 Easy Tips for Parents

English learning for Kids: 7 Easy Tips for Parents In today’s world, it is imperative to focus on English learning for kids from an early age, especially if English is not the native language. Speaking and understanding the English language is essential for the overall growth of your child and her future. English learning for kids is a complex topic with multiple solutions including private...

Best way to learn spoken English: Online English speaking courses vs others options

Best way to learn spoken English: Online English speaking courses vs others options If you are looking for a job or trying for better opportunities, regardless of where you live in this world, you are most probably aware of the importance of learning English and being fluent in speaking English. Fluency in English speaking is a key that opens many doors. But you already know that. What most India...

5 Obstacles on the Path of English Fluency

5 Obstacles on the Path of English Fluency English is the most widely spoken language in the world and fluency in speaking English increases chances of getting excellent jobs and admissions in best universities. That being said, the path to become a fluent English speaker is not easy. Many are not able to achieve this dream. Online English tutors in India at Speechify, have helped thousands ...

9 ways to improve your English skills online

Nine ways you can improve English skills online Speaking fluent English is a dream for many. However, many are not able to do it despite ample availability of free resources online. In this post, we will explain how you can improve your English speaking and other skills online using free resources and online English speaking courses. Learning any language has four aspects; Listening, Reading as ...

5 things to look for in Online English Courses

5 things to look for in Online English Courses Online English speaking courses are becoming popular nowadays. These courses are now considered good options for learning English. There are many different types of online English courses available in the market. If you are not careful, you may end up buying something you don’t want or need. There are many different kinds of Online course avai...

How to become an Online English teacher ?

How to become an Online English teacher ? The rise of the digital economy has created a plethora of new jobs that give women the opportunity to work from home. As India moves towards a digital revolution and fast internet connectivity becomes the norm, a varied number of opportunities has arrived at our doorsteps. The connected nature of the world, instant information sharing, very low cost of co...

Employee Feedback: What It Is and How to Make the Most of It?

Employee Feedback: What It Is and How to Make the Most of It? Feedback is one of the most important aspects of work life. In modern organizations, the feedback has become the cornerstone of employee engagement and performance evaluation policies. We are getting feedback on almost everything we do (teamwork, personal performance, project performance, etc.). Getting the maximum learning out of any ...

5 Tips to communicate better at work

How to communicate better at work? “Communication is one of the top 5 leadership competencies desired in the leaders of top organisations across the world.” – Harvard business review. Never before communication skills have been considered so important for the advancement of careers. It is the most preferred competency across roles and by communicating better, one stands out from collea...

7 steps to improve your English speaking skills

7 steps to improve your English speaking skills English is the language of the world. Most Indian students and working professionals realize this and are working towards improving their English communication skills. In almost every job and specifically in the private sector, the importance of English can’t be stressed enough. Everyday, there are thousands of queries to find the b...