I'm Leo.

我是里歐

And I'm Gwen.

我叫格溫

We're here to turn your English fears into cheers.

我們將把您對英語的恐懼化為歡呼。

Speaking of fears, do you know what most English learners are afraid of?

說到害怕，你知道大多數英語學習者害怕什麼嗎？

Let me guess. Yep.

讓我猜猜。 猜對了

You got it.

你說對了。

I totally get that, Leo.

我完全明白，里奧。

A lot of people feel the same.

很多人都有同感。

The fear of speaking can really hold you back, right?

說話的恐懼真的會讓你退縮，對嗎？

Yeah.

是啊

No one wants to sound... wrong.

沒人想聽起來......不對。

But here's the thing.

但問題是

Everyone makes mistakes when learning a new language.

在學習一門新語言時，每個人都會犯錯誤。

It's just part of the journey.

這只是旅程的一部分。

So you're saying we shouldn't be afraid to speak?

你是說我們不應該害怕說話？

Yep.

是的。

That's exactly it.

正是如此。

And that's why today, we're going to share some tips to help you feel more confident and start speaking English with ease.

這就是為什麼今天我們要分享一些技巧，幫助您更自信地開始說英語。

Let's get started.

讓我們開始吧。

So, Gwen, what's the first step to becoming a fluent English speaker?

那麼，格溫，成為流利英語使用者的第一步是什麼？

Start small, Leo.

從小事做起，里歐

Don't bite off more than you can chew.

不要貪多嚼不爛。

Why is starting small better?

為什麼從小事做起會更好？

Well, according to research by Carl Weick, when you tackle manageable tasks, it builds momentum and keeps you motivated.

卡爾-韋克的研究表明，當你處理一些可以應付的任務時，就會產生動力並保持積極性。

Oh, so those little wins add up and give us the push to keep going.

哦，這些小小的勝利加在一起，給了我們繼續前進的動力。

That's right.

這就對了。

Every small victory boosts your confidence and sets you up to tackle bigger challenges down the road.

每一次小小的勝利都會增強你的信心，為你今後應對更大的挑戰做好準備。

Got it.

知道了

But how small are we talking?

但我們說的是多小呢？

Start with simple phrases you can use in everyday life.

從日常生活中可以使用的簡單短語開始。

Like what?

比如說？

Things like introducing yourself, asking for directions, or even making small talk about the weather.

比如自我介紹、問路，甚至閒聊天氣。

Those are great starting points.

這些都是很好的起點。

So, if it's raining, I can say, what an awful day.

所以，如果下雨了，我可以說，真是糟糕的一天。

See?

看到了嗎？

I'm nailing this.

我在釘釘子

You are, Leo.

是的，里歐

And so can our listeners.

我們的聽眾也是如此。

Just take it step by step.

一步一步來

That being said, messing up feels like such a big deal for so many learners.

儘管如此，對許多學習者來說，搞砸了就是一件大事。

I hear you.

我聽到了

But mistakes are actually your best friends.

但是，錯誤其實是你最好的朋友。

They teach you what to improve.

他們會教你如何改進。

Really?

真的嗎？

How does that work?

這是怎麼做到的？

Well, studies by Robert and Elizabeth Bjork found that when you slip up while learning, it actually helps you lock things in better over time.

羅伯特-比約克和伊麗莎白-比約克的研究發現，當你在學習過程中出現失誤時，隨著時間的推移，它實際上會幫助你更好地掌握知識。

Oh, I get it.

哦，我明白了。

You've got to figure out what went wrong and why, which makes everything click more.

你必須搞清楚哪裡出了問題，為什麼會出問題，這樣才能讓一切都更有針對性。

Exactly.

沒錯。

And did you know the longest fanfiction ever written in English was done by a non-native speaker?

你知道用英語寫的最長的同人小說是由一位非母語人士完成的嗎？

No way.

不可能

Are you serious?

你是認真的嗎？

Totally serious.

完全是認真的。

He started writing fanfiction to practice English.

他開始寫同人小說來練習英語。

He must have made a ton of mistakes along the way.

他一路上肯定犯了很多錯誤。

He did.

他做到了。

But instead of throwing in the towel, he kept at it.

但他沒有放棄，而是繼續努力。

Now it's officially the longest piece of literature ever written.

現在，它正式成為有史以來最長的文學作品。

That's some serious commitment.

這是很嚴肅的承諾。

Imagine all the typos he had to clean up early on.

想象一下，他早期要清理多少錯別字。

Right?

對不對？

However, every mistake was just one more step forward.

然而，每一次失誤都只是向前邁進了一步。

It's proof that errors aren't roadblocks but building blocks.

這證明，錯誤不是路障，而是基石。

Who knows?

誰知道呢？

Maybe I'll start my own novel.

也許我會開始寫自己的小說。

Or just stick to a quick tweet.

或者只發一條快速推文。

So what's the next speaking tip?

那麼，下一個演講技巧是什麼？

The next tip is to listen before you speak.

下一個技巧是先聽後說。

Why's that?

為什麼會這樣？

It's simple, really.

其實很簡單。

When you listen, you're picking up on things like tone, rhythm, and pronunciation.

聽的時候，你會捕捉到一些東西，比如語調、節奏和發音。

Ah, so it's not just about hearing the words.

啊，原來不只是聽話。

Exactly.

沒錯。

So instead of jumping right in, I should focus on listening more first?

所以，我不應該馬上跳進去，而是應該先集中精力多聽？

Yep.

是的。

That's the key to improving your speaking skills.

這就是提高演講技巧的關鍵所在。

So what should I be listening to?

那麼，我應該聽什麼呢？

Listen to podcasts, watch movies, or just tune into conversations in English.

聽播客、看電影，或者只是收聽英語對話。

Then, try to copy how people speak, like their tone and accent.

然後，試著模仿別人說話的語氣和口音。

Got it.

知道了

Listen first, then speak up.

先傾聽，後發言。

Thanks for the tip.

謝謝你的提示。

What's next on the list?

名單上的下一個是什麼？

Next up, learning in chunks.

接下來是分塊學習。

Chunks?

大塊？

Why not just words one by one?

為什麼不一個詞一個詞地說呢？

Because this is how people actually use language in real life.

因為在現實生活中，人們就是這樣使用語言的。

Like take a break, or make a decision.

比如休息一下，或者做個決定。

I get it.

我明白了。

It sounds a lot easier and more effective than just learning words by themselves.

這聽起來比自己學習單詞要簡單有效得多。

I know, right?

我知道，對吧？

But where can I find these chunks to practice?

但是，我在哪裡可以找到這些大塊的練習內容呢？

You can easily pick them up from everyday English content.

您可以從日常英語內容中輕鬆掌握它們。

But I don't think I have time to listen to a podcast or watch a movie every day.

但我想我沒有時間每天聽播客或看電影。

I need something I can squeeze into my daily routine.

我需要一些能在日常工作中使用的東西。

In that case, there are plenty of English learning apps that give you useful phrases and a solid system to practice every day.

在這種情況下，有很多英語學習應用程序可以為您提供有用的短語和紮實的系統，供您每天練習。

Which apps do you recommend?

您推薦哪些應用程序？

Start with popular ones like Duolingo for vocabulary or HelloTalk to chat with native speakers.

您可以從一些流行的軟件開始，如學習詞彙的 Duolingo 或與母語人士哈拉的 HelloTalk。

They're free and beginner-friendly.

它們是免費的，對初學者也很友好。

Got it.

知道了

Anything else?

還有其他問題嗎？

You can also check out BBC Learning English or Elsa Speak for listening and pronunciation practice.

您還可以查看 BBC Learning English 或 Elsa Speak，進行聽力和發音練習。

Awesome.

棒極了

Looks like my phone's turning into a portable classroom now.

看來我的手機現在變成了便攜式教室。

And now that you've got your classroom sorted, the next step is finding a speaking partner.

現在你已經把教室安排好了，下一步就是找一個演講夥伴。

Can I just talk to myself?

我能自言自語嗎？

You could, but having a practice partner is like having a gym buddy.

你可以這樣做，但有一個練習夥伴就像有一個健身房夥伴一樣。

It keeps you on track and makes speaking feel way less scary.

它能讓你步入正軌，讓說話不再那麼可怕。

Hmm.

嗯

Makes sense.

有道理

But where do I find one?

但我到哪裡去找呢？

Look for someone you can chat with regularly, like a friend who's also learning English.

找一個可以經常哈拉的人，比如也在學英語的朋友。

But what if none of my friends are studying English?

但是，如果我的朋友都不學英語怎麼辦？

Then you should join an English club.

那你應該加入一個英語俱樂部。

There are loads of like-minded people in those groups.

在這些團體中，有很多志同道合的人。

Got it.

知道了

I guess it's time to find my partner in crime for language learning.

我想是時候找到我的語言學習夥伴了。

That's the spirit.

這就是精神。

Alright, Gwen, let's break down some key vocabulary we've talked about today.

好了，格溫，讓我們來分析一下今天談到的一些關鍵詞彙。

First, bite off more than one can chew.

首先，要咬緊牙關。

It means to take on more tasks or responsibilities than you can handle.

這意味著承擔的任務或責任超出了自己的能力。

For example, she bit off more than she could chew by agreeing to organize three events at once.

例如，她同意同時組織三項活動，這就超出了她的能力範圍。

Second, down the road.

第二，在路上。

It means at some point in the future.

這意味著在未來的某個時刻。

For example, I'm saving money now so I can buy a house down the road.

例如，我現在存錢是為了以後買房子。

Third, slip up.

第三，失誤。

It means to make a mistake or error.

意思是犯錯誤或失誤。

For example, he slipped up by forgetting to send the email to the client.

例如，他忘了向客戶發送電子郵件。

Fourth, figure out.

第四，弄清楚。

It means to solve or understand something.

意思是解決或理解某件事情。

For example, I'm trying to figure out how to use this new software.

例如，我正在嘗試如何使用這款新軟件。

Finally, turn into.

最後，變成

It means to change into something different or become something else.

它的意思是變成不同的東西或成為其他東西。

For example, over time, the small shop turned into a big business.

例如，隨著時間的推移，小店變成了大企業。

Now, let's discuss two questions about our topic.

現在，讓我們來討論關於我們的主題的兩個問題。

What's the first one?

第一個是什麼？

Why do you think starting with small tasks helps when learning English?

為什麼說從小事做起有助於學習英語？

Because small tasks are less overwhelming and help you build confidence step by step.

因為小任務不那麼壓抑，還能幫助你一步步建立信心。

That's right.

這就對了。

Now, the second question is, how can making mistakes help you improve?

現在，第二個問題是，犯錯如何幫助你進步？

Mistakes show you what to work on, and fixing them helps you remember better.

錯誤會告訴你需要努力的方向，改正錯誤有助於你更好地記憶。

Excellent.

好極了

What about you, listeners?

聽眾朋友們，你們呢？

Share your answers in the comments below.

在下面的評論中分享您的答案。

However, Gwen, there are a lot of people self-conscious about their accent, and it kind of puts them off practicing with other people.

不過，格溫，有很多人對自己的口音很自卑，這讓他們不願意與其他人一起練習。

Listen up, everyone.

大家聽好了

Your accent is part of who you are, and that's something to be proud of.

你的口音是你的一部分，這一點值得驕傲。

Even if our accent isn't British or American?

即使我們的口音不是英式或美式的？

Especially then.

尤其是那時。

That's what makes it unique.

這就是它的獨特之處。

Language diversity is what keeps things exciting.

語言的多樣性讓事情變得更加精彩。

Imagine if we all sounded exactly the same.

想象一下，如果我們每個人的聲音都一模一樣。

Hmm.

嗯

That would be kind of boring now that you mention it.

既然你提到了，那就有點無聊了。

And most people care more about what you're saying than how you say it.

大多數人更關心你在說什麼，而不是你怎麼說。

So you're saying I shouldn't try to sound like a Hollywood actor?

你的意思是我不應該模仿好萊塢演員？

That's right.

這就對了。

Your accent is your signature.

你的口音就是你的簽名。

As long as people understand you, you're all good.

只要人們能理解你，你就一切順利。

Got it.

知道了

What else should we do to improve speaking?

為了提高口語，我們還應該做些什麼？

Well, this isn't directly about speaking, but it's more about keeping yourself on track.

好吧，這並不是直接關於演講的，但更多的是關於如何保持自己的狀態。

What do you mean by that?

你這是什麼意思？

Whenever you learn something new, whether it's a word or a short conversation, give yourself a little reward.

每當你學到新東西時，無論是一個單詞還是一段簡短的對話，都要給自己一點獎勵。

And why should we do that?

我們為什麼要這麼做？

Celebrating small wins is super important to stay motivated.

慶祝小小的勝利對保持動力超級重要。

Every little step forward is still progress.

每前進一步都是進步。

That's a great way to look at it.

這樣看很好。

So guys, don't ever think you're not doing enough.

所以，夥計們，永遠不要覺得自己做得不夠好。

Every little bit counts.

點點滴滴都重要

All right, let's move on to the next tip.

好了，讓我們進入下一個提示。

What's that?

那是什麼？

It's shadowing.

這是陰影。

Oh, I've heard about that.

哦，我聽說過。

That's how a lot of people learn to speak like a native.

很多人就是這樣學會像本地人一樣說話的。

Exactly.

沒錯。

Shadowing is when you repeat what a native speaker says, right after they say it.

跟讀是指在母語使用者說話後，您立即重複他們所說的話。

So you copy their tone, speed, and pronunciation?

所以你就模仿他們的語調、語速和發音？

That's right.

這就對了。

It's a fantastic way to practice.

這是一種絕佳的練習方式。

Studies even show that shadowing helps improve pronunciation, rhythm, and intonation.

研究甚至表明，影子教學有助於改善發音、節奏和語調。

Cool.

酷斃了

Plus, it can sharpen your listening skills.

此外，它還能提高您的聆聽技巧。

Wow, so it's a two-for-one deal?

哇，這是一舉兩得的買賣？

Isn't that amazing?

是不是很神奇？

What should I shadow, though?

不過，我應該做什麼呢？

Anything you enjoy, movies, podcasts, YouTube videos, whatever grabs your interest.

任何你喜歡的東西，電影、播客、YouTube 視頻，只要能引起你的興趣。

Sounds like a win-win to me.

對我來說，這聽起來像是雙贏。

I can't wait to turn on my favorite movie and start shadowing right away.

我迫不及待地打開我最喜歡的電影，馬上開始跟拍。

Hold on, don't do that just yet.

等等，先別這麼做。

Why not?

為什麼不呢？

If you try shadowing the whole movie, you'll burn out before you know it.

如果你試著跟拍整部電影，你會在不知不覺中精疲力竭。

But I love watching movies.

但我喜歡看電影。

Sure, but you might keep it up for a day or two, and then it'll wear you out.

當然，但你可能會堅持一兩天，然後就會筋疲力盡。

So what's the better way to go about it?

那麼有什麼更好的辦法呢？

Instead of going all in, just spend 10 minutes a day practicing.

與其全身心投入，不如每天花 10 分鐘練習。

Wait, only 10 minutes?

等等，只有 10 分鐘？

That sounds way too short. 10 minutes a day might seem small, but it adds up over time.

這聽起來太短了。每天 10 分鐘看似很短，但日積月累，就會達到事半功倍的效果。

I don't know.

我不知道。

It feels too easy, almost like I'm slacking off.

感覺太容易了，幾乎就像我在偷懶。

That's the point.

這就是重點。

When it feels easy, it's easier to stick with.

當感覺容易時，就更容易堅持下去。

It's way better than cramming for hours and ending up completely wiped out.

這總比填鴨式學習幾個小時，到頭來卻精疲力竭要好得多。

So, I guess it's more about small, regular practice than cramming.

是以，我想，與其填鴨式地學習，不如經常性地進行少量練習。

Correct.

正確。

The secret is consistency.

祕訣在於始終如一。

So guys, keep that in mind. 10 minutes a day will go a long way.

所以各位，請記住這一點。每天 10 分鐘將大有裨益。

And while you're on this journey, keep in mind that it's not about chasing perfection, but aiming for fluency.

在此過程中，請記住這不是追求完美，而是追求流暢。

Wait, is this another tip?

等等，這是另一個提示嗎？

You got it.

你說對了。

Now that you mention it, I've noticed a lot of learners get so hung up on grammar that they can't say a word.

既然你提到了，我注意到很多學習者對文法非常在意，以至於一句話也說不出來。

That happens all the time.

這種情況經常發生。

They keep overthinking every sentence.

他們對每一句話都想得太多。

So what's your advice for such learners?

那麼，您對這類學習者有什麼建議呢？

Well, perfect grammar isn't the goal.

好吧，完美的文法並不是我們的目標。

Fluency is what you're after.

你追求的是流暢性。

Totally agree.

完全同意。

If you listen to native speakers, even they slip up sometimes.

如果你聽母語人士說話，即使他們有時也會出錯。

I know, right?

我知道，對吧？

What really counts is getting your message across.

真正重要的是傳遞信息。

But hey, even if I'm not stressing about being perfect, I still get bored pretty easily.

不過，即使我不強調完美，我還是很容易感到無聊。

What do you mean?

什麼意思？

Well, I mean, learning English is awesome, but how can I make it more fun?

我的意思是，學習英語很棒，但怎樣才能讓它更有趣呢？

Easy peasy.

輕而易舉。

Just mix it with something you already enjoy.

只需將其與你已經喜歡的東西混合即可。

Like what?

比如說？

Like watching your favorite movies with subtitles.

就像用字幕觀看您最喜愛的電影一樣。

But how can I study when I'm busy enjoying my hobbies?

但是，當我忙著享受我的愛好時，我怎麼能學習呢？

You'd be surprised.

你會大吃一驚的。

Watching TV with subtitles is a sneaky way to pick up new words without even realizing it.

看有字幕的電視是在不知不覺中學習新單詞的好方法。

Oh yeah, I notice I remember words faster when I hear them in a movie.

對了，我發現當我在電影中聽到單詞時，我記得更快。

Why is that?

為什麼會這樣？

It's because movies give you context.