513. 5 Great Ways to Practice English (When You're Tired of Everything Else)

513. 5 Great Ways to Practice English (When You're Tired of Everything Else)

Author: Hadar Shemesh May 5, 2026 Duration: 12:28

Looking for new ways to practice your English? In today's episode, I'm sharing with you some of my favorite strategies that can help you improve your fluency, listening, pronunciation, and vocabulary.

I've used these myself learning English (and now Spanish!) and I've shared them with my students time and time again.

These strategies are simple, powerful, and will help you turn everyday English practice into something more active, consistent, and fun.

Do you want to build a consistent English practice routine?
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My shadowing YouTube playlist https://bit.ly/4fx9j4t 

Vocabulary practice YouTube playlist: https://bit.ly/4cZItm4 

Impromptu speaking practice episode: https://hadarshemesh.com/podcast/510/ 

My membership Beyond: https://bit.ly/4nrfM5N


Hadar Shemesh hosts The InFluency Podcast, drawing from her own journey from an intermediate English speaker to a recognized pronunciation expert and fluency coach. This isn't about abstract theory; it's a practical, empathetic guide for anyone who feels stuck in their language learning. Hadar's conversations and solo episodes delve into the tangible strategies that actually work for acquiring an American accent, building unshakeable confidence, and moving beyond textbook English to authentic, fluid speech. You'll hear a blend of mindset shifts, technical pronunciation breakdowns, and stories from a global community of learners. The focus is always on the human side of fluency-how it connects to identity, courage, and communication. Each episode of this podcast feels like a direct coaching session, offering actionable steps that address the real frustrations and aspirations of students and teachers alike. Hadar's approach demystifies the process, making the path to speaking English with assurance feel not only possible but deeply personal. Tune in for a resource that understands the journey because the host has lived it, creating a space where progress is celebrated over perfection.
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