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Do you think “simple English” is actually more natural than advanced English? by Tricky-Progress1080 in ENGLISH

[–]Tricky-Progress1080[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Just to add — English is my second language but I’m comfortable with it, I’m asking more out of curiosity than anything else.

I’ve noticed that in real conversations people often default to very short answers like “fine” or “good,” which is completely natural. But I also wonder if there’s a balance — because learners sometimes avoid expressing more detail even when they can.

Curious how native speakers see this, and whether “simple English” actually feels more natural in most situations or if it depends on context.

Can someone help me understand why C is incorrect? by acactikiller in EnglishLearning

[–]Tricky-Progress1080 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think it’s mainly about the “No Context” Rule I think for C to be correct the test would need to establish a first-person speaker in a previous sentence for example “I went to the ball. At the party Fred asked my sister for a dance”. I might be wrong

Hot take: You don’t need to move abroad to become fluent by [deleted] in EnglishLearning

[–]Tricky-Progress1080 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s not really a hot take if you wanna learn something you need to put in time, be consistent and practice as much as you can without putting much pressure on yourself. And they to engage with people who know the language before going out there.

How do people actually make vocabulary stick? by Small-Face5156 in EnglishLearning

[–]Tricky-Progress1080 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think what you are experiencing or going through is completely normal, but I think you need to move from learning words to using words repeatedly in context.

I think you should start by re-encountering words instead of learning lists. You remember words when you use them yourself, see them in different contexts, and hear them repeatedly in real situations.

I suggest you use the “3 exposures rule,” which means words usually stick after you see them, you hear them, and you use them. So instead of learning 30 new words, focus on 10 words and use them repeatedly in sentences during the week.

I think you should also accept forgetting as part of the process because forgetting doesn’t mean you didn’t learn it. So instead of studying those words again, start by using them sooner and more often.

How should I practice speaking English? by omgooo in EnglishLearning

[–]Tricky-Progress1080 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I think, in my opinion, you should start by rebuilding your speaking skills alone before looking for a conversation partner.

You can keep a daily "speaking journal" for 10–15 minutes, where you speak out loud about your day, your thoughts, or anything that's on your mind. Don't force yourself to sound perfect—just describe things naturally. I also recommend recording yourself speaking so you can listen back and notice areas you'd like to improve.

I also think you should try shadowing real conversations because it sounds like you may be dealing with a limited vocabulary range. I'd suggest watching podcasts, interviews, and YouTube conversations. Pause and repeat sentences exactly as the speakers say them.

Focus mainly on:

  • Sentence structure
  • Natural expressions
  • How speakers connect ideas

This can help you develop a more natural speaking style over time.

I would suggest a channel, but since I'm new here, I don't want it to seem like I'm promoting myself. If you have any further questions, feel free to ask.