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For many language learners speed is an important issue.
They complain that people in that country speak “so much faster than
in my language”.
They feel incompetent because they cannot speak as fast as “native
speaker”.
There are several advantages to speaking slowly.
1.
Even if you speak correctly, people may perceive
you as being nervous, not as being a highly competent speaker.
2.
In most cultures, people that are high up in the
social hierarchy speak slowly. Speaking slowly is a sign of high status.
Low-status people typically speak like a waterfall.
3.
Speaking slowly allows you to master the
language. The same is valid also for playing a musical instrument, or doing
certain sports, or typing with ten fingers. Almost all serious teachers
recommend practicing slowly, if you want to get rid of mistakes.
Attention: Speaking slowly does not mean that you should make many
pauses. Of course, your speech should flow uninterruptedly.
The GO Method
“I have been living in
Germany for years. I have gone through all the levels and sustained the
necessary exams. Nonetheless, I still make too many mistakes as to get a
serious employment in my profession.”
It is easy to start a foreign language. It takes only
practice and living abroad to get fluent. To learn the last (!) 5% and to speak
without mistakes, however, you will need completely different approach.
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We offer corrective courses for some languages, as well a
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Gerhard J. Ohrband
Has helped more than 1200 students advance their studies and
professional career by obtaining excellent German and Spanish skills.
Psychologist and language teacher, from Hamburg /Germany
(*1979). Married, one son. MA in psychology from the University of Hamburg.
More than 15 years of experience as a university lecturer in psychology as well
as a consultant for UNICEF, Terre des Hommes, IOM, the EU and private
companies. Speaks 21 languages.
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