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2006-12-31 21:57:03 · 8 answers · asked by mentaq 4 in Society & Culture ➔ Languages
Read, read, read. There's no shortcut to it. Think and speak in English. Watch English programs and/or movies. Read comic books written in English so you will have pictures to accompany what you are reading (plus it will help you become familiar with current slang, idiom or usage).
Think of your brain as a sponge that absorbs all this new information. Don't be afraid to make mistakes. Practice, practice, practice.
When you want to know the exact meaning or synonyms of a particular word, look it up in an English dictionary or thesaurus. Engage in correspondence with English-writing people. Chat with them (although this is not a really good idea given that there are many grammatically-incorrect chatters out there).
Write, think and speak English whenever you can. Heck, try your hand at answering English crossword puzzles too to hone your vocabulary skills!
That is how I learned the language. I am a Filipino. English, as in your case, is my second language. I'm still learning. And I feel a sense of pride when people from other countries compliment my good command of English. I believe that given enough time, determination and unwavering interest, you too can be a fluent and effective user of English. I mean, you are off to a good start already. Just be mindful of spelling, punctuation, capitalization and the rest shall follow.
And hey, I can't help but notice that out of 457 answers you gave (so far), 103 of them were chosen as the Best Answer! That has got to count for something, right? Build on that confidence and you'll go places.
Good luck!
1 Jan 2007; 9:45pm, Philippines
2007-01-01 00:41:27 · answer #1 · answered by Alien Life Form 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I'm not sure if there is a "best way" to improve on your English grammar, but I do know that there are many "good ways". Aside from the methods previously mentioned in this thread, I would also recommend NOT studying in the United States; that, or avoid surrounding yourself with "American Morons".
2007-01-01 12:53:04 · answer #2 · answered by NSA•KEY 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would recommend Betty Schrampfer Azar's book, "Understanding and Using English Grammar." It's very well organized and quite thorough. I would also suggest reading a great deal of English. You might also want to practice writing, and then editting what you've written, with Azar's book at hand.
2007-01-01 02:43:49 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You must read, read, read, preferably books over fifty years old and written by native English speakers. Analyse what you are reading and note any points which occur to you. Work on the spelling too -- words such as "grammar"! Make it a daily discipline, lazy though you claim to be. As the old saying goes, hitch your waggon to a star!
2006-12-31 23:18:10 · answer #4 · answered by Doethineb 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The only thing you can do is read lots of books and take note of how the grammar is used; and having an english teacher!
2006-12-31 22:08:56 · answer #5 · answered by -♦One-♦-Love♦- 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Read, read, read. Start with easier books and move up. User a dictionary to help with words you are unfamiliar with - it will help with pronunciation as well. The local library can help you find what you need to start with. Join groups or clubs in things you are interested in - a local soccer or other sports team, chess, gardening club, whatever. Being around English-speakers will help you learn faster, and having something in common to start with will make finding friends easier.
2016-05-23 02:26:13 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get a good English grammar book with exercises to test yourself.
Read books and you will soak the grammar up by "osmosis".
Practise as often as you can.
2007-01-01 01:58:57 · answer #7 · answered by lechatdeluxe 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Chat to loads of people
2006-12-31 22:07:03 · answer #8 · answered by -x-lil-kate-x- 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋