1. Learn Key English Phrases for Speeches
It is terrifying when you have to give a talk in front of a group of people in a foreign language. Besides the standard concerns like, “What if I am too boring” or “What if my mind goes blank,” you have an extra worry: the language barrier.
By memorizing these key phrases, you have a set of tools to keep your speech on track. Whenever you start to feel nervous, just use one of these phrases to add some structure to your speech. As long as you rehearse them very well, retrieving them in critical moments will be effortless and you will be amazed how that smooth operation will help with your confidence.
Warm up by thanking the audience:
It is always difficult to start a public talk as the audience is not always totally focused. Some people might be distracted because they came in a bit late, others might let their mind wander as they do not know what to expect. Do not launch into your content immediately, but start with getting the full attention of the audience.
You can use one of the following phrases to warm up and thank your listeners:
Thank you all for being here today.
I’m happy to see you all today.
It’s my honor that you are joining me for this presentation.
Introduce your topic or the reason for your speech:
After thanking the audience, signify that you are starting your talk with one of these phrases.
Let me begin with…
I’d like to start by telling you about…
Today I am going to present…
Interact with the audience:
Though it is your stage, you should not just talk for the whole time. Invite the audience to ask questions, give feedback and provide comments. That is a great way to keep them engaged. Here are some phrases to give space for audience interaction, at specific moments or throughout your speech:
Before I move on, does anyone have any questions?
I’d like to pause now and give you an opportunity to respond.
Please feel free to raise your hand if you have a question at any point during my talk.
Make sure you address their opinions, even if they are different from yours. Here are some phrases you can use in such a situation.
I hear what you are saying, but let me draw your attention to…
Would you like to explain more about…
Are there any other comments about this point before I give my response?
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