How to Sound Natural Speaking In English & On the CELPIP Exam Q&A

Have you ever felt like you've got so many challenges to overcome in your CELPIP prep that you feel stuck?

Today I'll be answering a listener's question that revolves around some of her major obstacles that has her feeling stuck. If you want some friendly supportive encouragement to get you moving again, then this episode is for you!

We're going to talk about:

• How to sound natural when you speak in English and for the exam
• How to deal with anxiety with preparation
• And how to learn new words, phrasal verbs and connecting words

Takeaways:

• Practice speaking into a microphone or recording device to feel more natural during the exam.
• Use personal experiences in your answers to sound more authentic and relatable.
• Don’t stress over your accent; focus on clear expression of your ideas instead.
• Regularly write down new vocabulary, phrasal verbs, and connectors to build your language skills.
• Engage with English conversations around you to discover new words organically in context.
• Prepare thoroughly for the CELPIP exam to build self-confidence and reduce anxiety on test day.

Links referenced in this episode:

• Grab your free checklist to help you remember and practice what we've talked about today.
• E-mail me if you'd like me to feature your question in a future episode: aaron(at)celpipsuccess.com
• celpip.ca Go to celpip.ca and signup for a free account. This will give you access to two free practice exams.