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Listening is a skill that most learners think they’re practicing, but rarely are. Real listening means actively understanding sounds, patterns, and structure as you hear them. Unfortunately, most courses and textbooks barely scratch the surface. So what are listening skills?
First of all, in real speech, English sounds very different from what you see on the page. Native speakers link words, reduce sounds, and stress key points. This is where an understanding of English phonology becomes essential—it supports speech processing, the way your brain makes sense of fast, connected speech.
And then there’s knowledge of English discourse—signposters and discourse markers like “so,” “actually,” or “on the other hand.” These small but powerful words guide you through conversations, showing when ideas shift or something important is coming.
If struggling to follow real spoken English, you’re not the only one. The good news? You can fix it—with the right strategies and targeted practice.
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