Chapter I. How to improve speaking skills

1.2. How improve speaking skills with reading aloud, building vocabulary, working on any speech impediments which are significant in this ability
Reading aloud is one of the ways to improve speaking skills. Reading aloud some English stories, poems, and books on various topics, even once a day, can help us learn to pronounce correctly. In order to speak English easily, we need to have a lot of vocabulary. For this, it is necessary to try to learn more new words. When you come across unfamiliar words, always try to understand their meaning. Always work on mistakes.
Read aloud
One exercise that’s always worthwhile is to read something out loud. Many seasoned writers recommend this as part of the editing process. If a sentence sounds good out loud, then it’s probably a good sentence. Reading aloud also confers several key benefits in a more everyday context. Canadian researchers have found that reading aloud makes it easier to remember what you’re reading – which can be great for boosting vocabulary. Additionally, reading aloud will allow you to practice and even troubleshoot your speaking skills. If there are specific phrases that you’re constantly tripping over, then there’s nowher.
Get into poetry
Quite a few of us carry around preconceptions about poetry, which can get in the way of really enjoying and appreciating it. Unlike a novel or an essay, a poem is intended to be spoken aloud, in much the same way as song lyrics are meant to be sung. Getting to grips with the mechanics of what makes a good poem will help you speak more fluently. The University of Newcastle Australia’s course on Creative Writing and Poetics is a great place to acquaint yourself with the art form. It lasts six hours, spread over three weeks. The University of York’s course on How to Read a Poem might also appeal.
Build your vocabulary
The more words you know, the more easily you’ll be able to reach for the right one when you need it. A strong vocabulary doesn’t just mean exposing yourself to as many words as possible, but being able to draw upon them, too. We’ve all found ourselves grasping at an elusive term now and again. By building your vocabulary, you’ll be able to ensure you have the necessary words for effective communication. You might think that a strong vocabulary is a product of reading widely. The more words we consume, the more we’re likely to absorb. When many of us read, we might be tempted to skim over the words we don’t quite understand or to infer their meaning from the context. Understanding some words might require a little study. Do you know the difference between ‘which’ and ‘that’? What about ‘insure’ and ‘ensure’? In some cases, you might assume that you know what certain words mean and inadvertently put your foot in it. Misusing a word in a professional setting can be embarrassing, but with the internet, it’s not difficult to check on the meaning of a word if you’re unsure.
Work on any speech impediments
A speech impediment, or disorder, is a condition that prevents you from speaking clearly. In some cases, these develop in childhood. In others, you might begin to suffer later in life. Speech disorders can take a variety of forms. In some cases, they can be mitigated through practice, training, and psychological help. If you have greater difficulty speaking when you’re in a particular emotional state, then dealing with your emotions may be a necessary part of managing the disorder. In most cases, a speech impediment can be managed with the help of specific interventions, which may require specialist help. The support of a qualified speech therapist may be necessary.¹²