Winning the City English Oral Competition: My Tips for Mastering Spoken English

I’m Li Ming from Yunren Middle School. Now I’d like to share my experience in practicing spoken English with you.

To begin with, it’s crucial to have confidence in speaking English. I used to be shy and afraid of making mistakes, but I realized that it’s through making mistakes that I can learn and improve. So, I started to overcome my shyness and speak up without fear.

Secondly, joining an English club has been very helpful for me. In the club, I have the opportunity to communicate with my classmates, teachers, and even foreigners. By talking to them, I’m able to practice my English skills and gain more confidence in speaking.

Lastly, I found watching CCTV-9 English news very beneficial. Not only does it improve my listening skills, but it also helps me learn new vocabulary and sentence structures. I also try to use English in the classroom whenever possible, whether it's asking questions or participating in discussions.

In conclusion, practicing spoken English requires confidence, overcoming shyness, and actively engaging in English conversations. By following these steps, I was able to improve my English speaking skills and win the first prize in the city English oral competition.