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How To Improve Your English Listening At Advanced Level - A Conversation With Tree Blackmore
Apr 11, 2024
Tree Blackmore, an experienced English language educator and teacher trainer, discusses the difficulties of English listening, including vocabulary challenges. Practical tips for improving listening skills at an advanced level are shared, such as utilizing recorded audio, isolating challenging sections, and interacting with English speakers. Clear communication strategies and the importance of intonation in conveying meanings and emotions are also highlighted.
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- English listening difficulty due to speed and stress timing
- Improving listening through intensive practice and active engagement
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Challenges of English Listening Skills
Mastering English listening skills can be challenging due to factors like the speed of speech, connected speech, and English being a stress-timed language. These differences from other languages, like Spanish, can add complexity to understanding English speech. Variations in vocabulary usage, multiple meanings for words, and phrasal verbs further complicate English comprehension for learners.
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