EPISODE · Jul 8, 2026 · 21 MIN
116 - Why Translating When You Speak English Is Holding You Back
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Get the free STOP STRUGGLING - START SPEAKING Workshop - https://www.britspeak.co/workshop-podcastCheck out the Speaking Practice Kickstarter:https://www.britspeak.co/kickstarterTranslating stuff in your head when speaking in English might make sense, but it is probably hurting you more than it is helping. Loads of people rely on translation from their native language to English when speaking because it makes them feel more in control and more accurate, but it takes a lot more time and effort than thinking in English.Ideally, you would be able to think in English while you speak as it speeds up your response times as well as reduces the amount of pressure your brain is under, so you might actually enjoy speaking in EnglishIn this episode of the BritSpeakPod, we will talk about:- Why people translate in their heads- Why this is a problem- How to start thinking in English- Some tips to get you started todayWant more episodes? https://www.britspeakpod.comWelcome to BritSpeakPod, a podcast designed to help you stop freezing and start communicating in English with confidence. Each episode focuses on real communication... not just learning more words, but actually knowing what to say and how to say it in real situations.Who am I?My name is Dan and I am a CELTA qualified ESL teacher with over 10 years experience. I’m originally from Sheffield, UK, and I’ve been living in Japan since 2016. I help people who understand English but freeze when it’s their turn to speak, so they can communicate clearly, confidently, and naturally in real conversations.Learn from me for free:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@brit-speakArticles - https://www.britspeak.co/blogInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/britspeakWork with me:Coaching - https://www.britspeak.co/storeAcademy - https://www.britspeak.co/britspeak-academyCourses - https://www.britspeak.co/courses
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Get the free STOP STRUGGLING - START SPEAKING Workshop - https://www.britspeak.co/workshop-podcastCheck out the Speaking Practice Kickstarter:https://www.britspeak.co/kickstarterTranslating stuff in your head when speaking in English might make sense, but it is probably hurting you more than it is helping. Loads of people rely on translation from their native language to English when speaking because it makes them feel more in control and more accurate, but it takes a lot more time and effort than thinking in English.Ideally, you would be able to think in English while you speak as it speeds up your response times as well as reduces the amount of pressure your brain is under, so you might actually enjoy speaking in EnglishIn this episode of the BritSpeakPod, we will talk about:- Why people translate in their heads- Why this is a problem- How to start thinking in English- Some tips to get you started todayWant more episodes? https://www.britspeakpod.comWelcome to BritSpeakPod, a podcast designed to help you stop freezing and start communicating in English with confidence. Each episode focuses on real communication... not just learning more words, but actually knowing what to say and how to say it in real situations.Who am I?My name is Dan and I am a CELTA qualified ESL teacher with over 10 years experience. I’m originally from Sheffield, UK, and I’ve been living in Japan since 2016. I help people who understand English but freeze when it’s their turn to speak, so they can communicate clearly, confidently, and naturally in real conversations.Learn from me for free:YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@brit-speakArticles - https://www.britspeak.co/blogInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/britspeakWork with me:Coaching - https://www.britspeak.co/storeAcademy - https://www.britspeak.co/britspeak-academyCourses - https://www.britspeak.co/courses
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