Although it is best to speak a foreign language fluently, many people lack that skill. The following suggestions are helpful for situations in which one or both communications may be using English as a second language:
1. Learn foreign phrases: Even when English is used in conversations, foreign nationals feel welcome and appreciate it when you learn greetings and a few phrases in their language.
2. Use SIMPLE English: Speak in short sentences and try to make use of common English words.
3. Speak slowly and enunciate clearly
4. Observe eye messages: Be alert to a glazed expression or wandering eyes, noticing these things will let you know that the listener is lost.
5. Encourage accurate feedback: Ask questions and encourage the listener to rephrase part of what you say.
6. Check frequently for comprehension: Try to pause at one point in between a long explanation to check for comprehension, rather than waiting until you are completely done explaining to request feedback. Wait until one concept has been grasped in order to move on to the following.
7. Accept blame: In the case of a misunderstanding, accept the blame in a gracious manner for not making what you were trying to say clear.
8. Listen without interrupting
9. Smile!
10. Follow up in writing: Follow up important conversations in writing. After conversations or oral negotiations, confirm what was discussed with follow-up letters.
2. Use SIMPLE English: Speak in short sentences and try to make use of common English words.
3. Speak slowly and enunciate clearly
4. Observe eye messages: Be alert to a glazed expression or wandering eyes, noticing these things will let you know that the listener is lost.
5. Encourage accurate feedback: Ask questions and encourage the listener to rephrase part of what you say.
6. Check frequently for comprehension: Try to pause at one point in between a long explanation to check for comprehension, rather than waiting until you are completely done explaining to request feedback. Wait until one concept has been grasped in order to move on to the following.
7. Accept blame: In the case of a misunderstanding, accept the blame in a gracious manner for not making what you were trying to say clear.
8. Listen without interrupting
9. Smile!
10. Follow up in writing: Follow up important conversations in writing. After conversations or oral negotiations, confirm what was discussed with follow-up letters.
I like your points for the oral communication.You have mentioned every point that is necessary.
ReplyDeleteBut i would like to add some points i.e be conscious of your speech to avoid words like um, ah, huh, well and be conscious while asking questions and giving answers.
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