In an era where communication has become synonymous to speaking English, it has become mandatory not only to learn the language but put it into terms to sustain in the competing world. Considering the technicality of the language, it is surely difficult to convey the words spoken, because it is not just about speaking English but it is to make it understandable and lucid. Just as written English is constrained by barricades of Grammar, so does spoken English is restrained by both Grammar as well as phonetics of speech. Dealing with such great tides of difficulty inherent in speaking English, there is a need to simplify the vocalization of this global language.
This book is written especially for University Students, but all stages of learners may also find it useful. The explanations are made as simple as possible. Special care had been taken to cover all the items which are very useful for all non English medium academic background students. Explanations are mostly in ordinary everyday English. This book describes standard modern British English, and gives realistic examples of spoken and written language (both formal and informal).
The book, ‘Speaking English Made Easy’ is an attempt to put forth an easy and effortless way for learning the language. The work presents a unique understanding to bring the language to one’s finger tips. Assembling the various descendants of Grammar, the book interleaves into the technicality of speaking English. The book is also a useful guide for students taking on competitive exams on English. This work can definitely stand on as the sound whose echo vibrates around the world.
Table of Contents
1. Grammar, Definition of Grammar
2. The Sentence
3. Kinds Of Sentences
4. Phrase and Clause
5. Subject and Predicate
6. Parts Of Speech
7. Verb
8. Irregular Verbs
9. Tense
10. Present Tense
11. Past Tense
12. Future Tense
13. Uses Of Tense
14. Uses of Simple Present Tense
15. Uses of Present continuous Tense
16. Present Tense vs. Simple Present Tense
17. Uses of Simple Past Tense
18. Uses of Past Continuous Tense
19. Uses of Present Perfect Tense
20. Uses of Simple Future Tense
21. Uses of “going to” form
22. Uses of Present Perfect continuous Tense
23. Uses of Past Perfect Tense
24. Uses of Past Perfect continuous Tense
25. Uses of Future continuous Tense
26. Uses of Future Perfect Tense
27. Uses of Future Perfect continuous Tense
28. Common Structures in English for Spoken communication
29. Want / Wants to
30. Don’t / Doesn’t want to
31. Do + Subject + want to
32. How/Why/when + do + Subject + want to
33. What + do + Subject + want to
34. Wanted to
35. Have to
36. Will have to / Have got to / Has got to
37. Doesn’t / Don’t have to
38. Do + Subject + have to
39. Why/When/What/How + do +have to
40. Has / Have
41. Must
42. Must not
43. Interrogative Sentences with “Must”
44. Should
45. Need
46. Need to
47. Can/Can not
48. Could / Could not
49. Used to
50. Voice
51. The Uses of Passive voice
52. Rules for Changing a sentence from A.V to P.V
53. Transitive and Intransitive verb
54. Voice – key – table
55. Active and Passive Voice
56. Direct – Indirect Speech
57. Tenses – Conditionals
58. Zero Conditional
59. Open or Probable Condition
60. Unreal or Improbable or Impossible condition
61. Unfulfilled Condition
62. Simple, complex and compound sentences
63. Synthesis of sentences
64. Common expressions expressed in different situations
65. Phrasal Verbs
66. Idioms
67. Question tags
Objectives and Topics
The primary objective of this work is to provide an accessible and comprehensive guide for learners, teachers, and scholars to master the technicalities of spoken and written British English. It addresses the complexities of language learning by integrating fundamental grammar rules with practical phonetics to ensure that spoken communication is both lucid and accurate in a global context.
- Foundational English grammar, sentence structures, and classification.
- Comprehensive analysis of tenses and their practical applications.
- Structures for effective spoken communication and expressing desires or obligations.
- Rules regarding Voice (Active/Passive) and Direct/Indirect Speech.
- Syntactic analysis including conditionals, phrasal verbs, and idiomatic expressions.
Excerpt from the Book
What is Grammar?
"Grammar" which comes from Latin, means the scientific study of the form and arrangement of words, phrases, and sentences. People sometimes describe grammar as the "rules" of a language; If we use the word "rules", we suggest that somebody created the rules first and then spoke the language, like a new game. But languages did not start like that. All languages change over time. What we call "grammar" is simply a reflection of a language at a particular time.
Grammar
Gram + Ar
Generally we use the term “Gram” to measure something. Sometimes the sound “Ar” represents the doer of the action in a noun. Let’s see how. Driver: A person who drives a car is a driver. Teacher: A person who teaches is a teacher. Manager: A person who manages is a manger.
Definition of a Grammar: “Grammar is the measurement of language”.
Do we need to study grammar to learn a language? The short answer is "no". Very many people in the world speak their own, native language without having studied its grammar. Children start to speak before they even know the word "grammar". But if you are serious about learning a foreign language, The long answer is "yes”. Grammar can help you to learn a language more quickly and more efficiently." It also tells us if the language is correctly spoken and written or not.
Summary of Chapters
Grammar, Definition of Grammar: Defines grammar as the scientific study of language form and structure, distinguishing between native acquisition and formal learning.
The Sentence: Explores the definition of a sentence and categorizes them into declarative, interrogative, imperative, and exclamatory types.
Parts Of Speech: Provides a categorization of English words into eight basic types, including nouns, pronouns, verbs, and others, essential for sentence construction.
Tense: Breaks down the 12 English tenses through specific rules, affirmative, negative, and interrogative structures, while clarifying their practical usage.
Common Structures in English for Spoken communication: Outlines everyday sentence structures (e.g., "want to," "have to," "must") used to express desires, obligations, and intentions.
Voice: Details the transformation of active to passive voice, providing keys and tables for various tenses.
Direct – Indirect Speech: Covers the transformation from direct to indirect speech, focusing on tense and pronoun changes.
Tenses – Conditionals: Explains the three main types of conditional sentences (plus the zero conditional) to describe real, unreal, and unfulfilled situations.
Keywords
Grammar, Syntax, Tenses, Passive Voice, Direct Speech, Indirect Speech, Conditionals, Phrasal Verbs, Idioms, Question Tags, Spoken English, Linguistics, Communication Skills, Sentence Structure, Language Learning
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary focus of this book?
The book focuses on simplifying the technical aspects of standard modern British English, making it accessible for learners, teachers, and students to improve both their spoken and written communication skills.
What are the central thematic areas covered?
Key thematic areas include English grammar foundations, the 12 tenses, sentence transformation (Active/Passive, Direct/Indirect), conditional structures, phrasal verbs, and idiomatic expressions.
What is the core research question or pedagogical aim?
The core aim is to provide an easy and effortless method for learners to master English technicalities, bridging the gap between basic grammar knowledge and proficient, lucid spoken communication.
Which scientific or linguistic methodology is employed?
The authors use an applied linguistic approach that interleaves grammar and phonetics, focusing on "measurement of language" through structural analysis and realistic, everyday examples.
What topics are included in the main body?
The main body treats comprehensive grammatical rules, voice conversions, syntax synthesis, and specific structures like "want to," "have to," and "must," alongside extensive lists of phrasal verbs and idioms.
What defines the style of the content?
The content is characterized by its simplicity, using ordinary everyday English to explain complex grammatical rules with supporting charts and tables for easier retention.
How does the book handle the "Zero Conditional"?
The book defines the Zero Conditional as a structure used for expressing general, scientific truths or instructions that are always true under specific conditions, noting its similarity to using "when."
What specific advice is offered for "Used to"?
The book distinguishes between "Used to + infinitive" for finished past habits and "Used to + noun/-ing form," which denotes familiarity and experience, ensuring it is no longer strange to the user.
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- Krishnaveer Abhishek Challa (Author), Santoshkumar Karimilli (Author), 2015, Speaking English Made Easy, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.hausarbeiten.de/document/287046
