Conversation About How to Improve English Speaking Skills

Bholu:

(warm tone) Hello everyone! Welcome to EnglishMyFriend, the blog post where we make English learning fun and simple. I’m Bholu.

Golu:

And I’m Golu.

Molu:

(cheerfully) And I’m Molu! Today’s topic is close to our hearts: How to Improve English Speaking – for Hindi-speaking learners.

Bholu:

Exactly! We know that for many Hindi speakers, learning English feels like climbing a mountain. But don’t worry—we’ll share stories, struggles, and tips to make that journey easier.

Golu:

And maybe laugh a little along the way.

Molu:

(laughs) Oh yes, because sometimes our mistakes in English become the funniest memories.

Why Learn English?

Bholu:

Let’s start with the big question—why learn English at all?

Golu:

For me, English opens doors. Jobs, studies, travel—everywhere, English helps.

Molu:

True! And sometimes even watching movies. Imagine watching Friends or Harry Potter only in dubbed Hindi—it’s just not the same.

Bholu:

Yes, English is the global language. But for Hindi speakers, sometimes the motivation is also social. People feel more confident when they can speak English in public.

Golu:

Absolutely. I remember in college, students who spoke English fluently seemed more confident during presentations.

Molu:

(teasing) Golu, did you ever try to “impress” someone with English?

Golu:

(laughs) Maybe once or twice. Didn’t always work.

Bholu:

(smiles) See, English can be useful even for making friends.

Common Struggles for Hindi Learners

Golu:

Okay, but let’s be real. Learning English is not easy for Hindi speakers. What are the biggest struggles?

Molu:

Oh, so many! First, pronunciation.

Bholu:

Yes, that’s right.

Golu:

Grammar is also confusing. Hindi doesn’t use articles like a, an, the. But in English, you must use them.

Molu:

And translation mistakes! People say, “I am here since two hours”(incorrect) instead of “I have been here for two hours.” (correct)

Bholu:

Right. Another challenge is tenses. Hindi has tenses, but the way we use them in English is different.

Golu:

I struggled with prepositions. Should I say on the bus or in the bus? At home or in home? So tricky!

Molu:

And let’s not forget hesitation. Many Hindi speakers know English but are scared to speak. They think, “What if I make a mistake?”

Bholu:

Exactly. The fear of being judged stops people from practicing.

Funny Mistakes in Learning

Molu:

Speaking of mistakes, let’s share some funny ones.

Golu:

Okay, once I was at a restaurant and wanted to say “I am full”. But I said “I am fool.” The waiter laughed so hard!

Bholu:

(laughs) Oh no!

Bholu:

See, mistakes happen, but they’re part of learning. If you can laugh at them, you’ll learn faster.

Tips: How to Improve English Speaking Skills?

Bholu:

Now let’s give our listeners some practical tips.

Golu:

My tip—watch English shows with subtitles. You hear the pronunciation and read the words. It’s double learning.

Molu:

Yes! And also, listen to English documentaries. Even if you don’t understand all the words, your ears get used to the rhythm of English.

Bholu:

Reading is powerful too. Start with simple English books or even children’s stories. Gradually move to newspapers and novels.

Golu:

And don’t just read—try to speak. Even if you talk to yourself in the mirror, it helps.

Molu:

I do that! Sometimes I practice full conversations with myself while cooking. My family thinks I’m talking to ghosts. (laughs)

Bholu:

(laughs) Great practice though. Another tip: learn small phrases, not just single words. For example, instead of learning only the word “problem,” learn the phrase “I have a problem.” That’s ready-to-use English.

Golu:

Exactly. And don’t forget—practice daily. Even 15 minutes a day makes a big difference.

Role of Hindi in Learning English

Bholu:

Some learners feel they should completely avoid Hindi while learning English. What do you think?

Molu:

I don’t agree. Hindi can actually help. For example, translating tricky words first into Hindi makes them easier to remember.

Golu:

True. Like, “responsibility” becomes ज़िम्मेदारी. Once I connected them, I never forgot the word.

Bholu:

Yes, bilingual learning works. But the key is—don’t stay stuck in translation. Slowly, try to think directly in English.

Molu:

That’s the real game-changer: सोचने की भाषा बदलो.

Confidence and Practice

Golu:

Okay, let’s talk about confidence. Many Hindi speakers understand English but don’t speak. Why?

Bholu:

Fear. They think people will laugh.

Molu:

But honestly, people laugh for one minute, and then they forget. If you don’t practice, you’ll never improve.

Golu:

Yes, when I started, I used to speak slowly and carefully. But with practice, I became faster.

Bholu:

A good tip—join English clubs, or find a speaking partner. Even WhatsApp voice notes with a friend can help.

Molu:

And remember, confidence doesn’t mean speaking perfectly. It means speaking even if it’s not perfect.

Success Stories

Bholu:

Let’s share some success stories. Do you know anyone who improved their English journey?

Golu:

Yes, my cousin. He was from a small town, studied in Hindi medium. He practiced daily with YouTube videos, and now he works in a multinational company.

Molu:

That’s inspiring. My neighbor’s aunt learned English after the age 50. She joined a spoken English class and now talks to her grandchildren in English.

Bholu:

Amazing! See, age or background doesn’t matter. If they can do it, anyone can.

Daily Habits for Learners

Golu:

Before we close, let’s suggest daily habits for Hindi learners.

Molu:

Sure. My daily habit—write 5 sentences in English about your day. For example, “I woke up at 7. I went to work. I cooked dinner.” Simple but powerful.

Bholu:

Great one! My habit—learn one new word every day and use it in a sentence.

Golu:

And mine—speak English with at least one person daily, even if it’s just “Hello, how are you?” to a shopkeeper.

Molu:

Small steps every day become a big journey.

Closing

Bholu:

So today, we discussed why Hindi speakers learn English, their common struggles, funny mistakes, practical tips, and inspiring stories.

Golu:

And we learned that Molu talks to ghosts while practicing English.

Molu:

(laughing) Yes! But hey, ghosts are great listeners.

Bholu:

(smiling) Remember, your English journey may feel difficult, but every small effort counts.

Golu:

Don’t be afraid of mistakes. Learn, laugh, and keep moving forward.

Molu:

Exactly. And one day, you’ll look back and realize—you climbed that mountain.

Bholu:

That’s all for today.

All Together:

Bye!