Learning English can feel frightening when you are starting from zero. You may know a few words, but you might be afraid of making mistakes, speaking to other people, or not understanding what someone says.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The good news is that you do not need thousands of English words to start communicating<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You need a small group of useful English words and phrases that you can use every day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Welcome to Series 2 \u2014 My First English from EFL Academy Hub<\/strong>, designed for absolute beginners learning English as a foreign language (EFL)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Want to learn faster? Subscribe to EFL Academy Hub for more beginner English lessons, downloadable English courses and practical speaking resources. If you need personalised support, get in touch with us about one-to-one English lessons.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Before worrying about complicated grammar, start with language that helps you communicate immediately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n These are some of the first English words every beginner should learn:<\/p>\n\n\n\n These simple phrases are incredibly powerful because they allow you to participate in basic conversations even if your English is very limited.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n A:<\/strong> Hello! That final sentence is important. You don’t need to pretend that you understand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you are enjoying this beginner English lesson, subscribe to EFL Academy Hub and follow our My First English series. You can also contact us about downloadable courses or one-to-one English lessons.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n One of the first things you will probably need to do in English is introduce yourself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Start with these simple sentences:<\/p>\n\n\n\n My name is\u2026<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n My name is Maria.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n I’m from\u2026<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n I’m from Spain.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n I live in\u2026<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n I live in London.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n I speak\u2026<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n I speak Spanish.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n Nice to meet you.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Nice to meet you.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n You can put these sentences together to create a very basic English introduction:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Hello. My name is Ahmed. I’m from Egypt. I live in Manchester. I speak Arabic. Nice to meet you.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n You don’t need complicated vocabulary. You don’t need perfect grammar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Your goal at this stage is simply to communicate basic information about yourself<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Complete these sentences:<\/p>\n\n\n\n My name is __________.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n I’m from __________.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n I live in __________.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n I speak __________.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Then practise saying the complete introduction aloud.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Looking for structured beginner English practice? Subscribe to EFL Academy Hub or explore our downloadable courses. For personalised speaking practice, get in touch with us about one-to-one lessons.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n When you are learning English, you will hear words that you don’t know.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Don’t panic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There are several questions and expressions that can help you continue the conversation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n What?<\/strong> \u2014 asks about a thing or information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n What does this mean?<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n Where?<\/strong> \u2014 asks about a place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Where is the station?<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n Who?<\/strong> \u2014 asks about a person.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Who is she?<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n When?<\/strong> \u2014 asks about a time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n When is the lesson?<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n How?<\/strong> \u2014 asks about the way something happens or is done.<\/p>\n\n\n\n How do you say this in English?<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n These short words appear everywhere in everyday English, so learning them early is extremely useful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You should also learn:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Can you repeat that?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Can you speak slowly, please?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n These sentences can save you when someone speaks too quickly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Subscribe to EFL Academy Hub for more practical English vocabulary, speaking lessons and beginner English resources.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Many new English learners feel embarrassed when they don’t understand something.<\/p>\n\n\n\n But saying \u201cI don’t understand\u201d is not a failure<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It is a communication skill.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If someone speaks too quickly, you can say:<\/p>\n\n\n\n I don’t understand.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n Or:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Could you say that again?<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n If the person is speaking too quickly:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Could you speak more slowly?<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n If you need to see the information:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Can you write it down?<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n And if you hear a new word:<\/p>\n\n\n\n What does \u201c_____\u201d mean?<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n These phrases give you control over the conversation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Imagine someone says:<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cYou need to go to the reception desk and complete the registration form.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n You don’t understand the word registration<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You can ask:<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cWhat does registration mean?\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n That’s real English communication.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Remember this:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Good English communication is not about understanding every single word.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n It is about knowing what to do when you don’t understand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n That is why these phrases should become automatic for beginner English learners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Want more practical speaking strategies? Subscribe to EFL Academy Hub and continue with the My First English series. You can also get in touch with us for downloadable courses and one-to-one English lessons.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Another important beginner skill is giving personal information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You may need to spell your name at a hotel, doctor’s surgery, school, workplace, airport or when making an appointment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Learn these words:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Someone might ask:<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cHow do you spell your name?\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n You can answer by spelling each letter:<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cA-N-A.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n You might also hear:<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cWhat’s your surname?\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n or:<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cWhat’s your email address?\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n Practise answering these questions in English.<\/p>\n\n\n\n What’s your name?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n My name is\u2026<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n Where are you from?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n I’m from\u2026<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n Where do you live?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n I live in\u2026<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n What’s your telephone number?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n My telephone number is\u2026<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n What’s your email address?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n My email address is\u2026<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n How do you spell your surname?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n It’s\u2026<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n This is practical English you can use in real-life situations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n By the end of this part of Series 2 \u2014 My First English<\/strong>, you should be able to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2705 Say hello and goodbye That is a fantastic starting point.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You don’t need to speak perfect English.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You need to start using English<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you are an absolute beginner, don’t wait until your English is perfect before speaking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Start with:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Hello. My name is\u2026<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n Then:<\/p>\n\n\n\n I’m from\u2026<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n Then:<\/p>\n\n\n\n I live in\u2026<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n And if you don’t understand something, simply say:<\/p>\n\n\n\n I don’t understand. Could you speak more slowly, please?<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n These small sentences can be the beginning of your English-speaking journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n EFL Academy Hub<\/strong> is here to help English learners build practical communication skills step by step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Subscribe to EFL Academy Hub<\/strong> for more beginner English lessons, vocabulary, speaking practice and useful English learning resources.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \ud83d\udc49 Download our English courses<\/strong> if you want structured learning that you can work through at your own pace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \ud83d\udc49 Want personal support? Get in touch with us about one-to-one English lessons<\/strong> tailored to your level, goals and learning needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Your English journey starts with your first words. Start speaking today.<\/strong><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Learning English can feel frightening when you are starting from zero. 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\u2705 Say what language you speak
\u2705 Ask what something means
\u2705 Ask someone to repeat themselves
\u2705 Ask someone to speak more slowly
\u2705 Say when you don’t understand
\u2705 Spell your name
\u2705 Give basic personal information<\/p>\n\n\n\nStart Speaking English Today<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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