Rethink how you Learn English Speaking
Have you noticed that despite progress in fields like AI and science, English learning methods remain mostly the same as a few decades ago? Many English teachers still focus on memorizing grammar rules and vocabulary — but don’t realize that leaning a language with “rules” is extremely hard. Unfortunately, even online programs tend to follow the same ineffective approaches.
In this blog post, we want to explore some common misconceptions about learning English, why students should rethink their approach to learning English speaking.
Myth #1: You must learn grammar rules to speak English
- Most teachers overload students with grammar rules, creating confusion and a lack of confidence.
- Think about how you learned your native language — you didn’t start with grammar, you just spoke!
- Fluency comes from speaking regularly, not from memorizing grammar rules.
- ✅ Focus on real conversations — grammar will naturally improve over time.
Myth #2: Practicing with non-native speakers is just as effective
- Speaking with anyone helps, but practicing with non-native speakers can lead to bad habits.
- If you hear incorrect pronunciation or grammar often, you might pick it up too.
- ✅ Practicing with native speakers helps you develop correct patterns and natural speech.
Myth #3: You must memorize lots of words to be fluent
- English has millions of words — but you only need about 20% of them for 80% of conversations.
- Most learners already know enough words — the problem is using them in conversation.
- ✅ The key is to activate your existing vocabulary through practice, not memorization.
