Why Can I Understand English but Not Speak Fluently? Have you ever thought, "I understand English, but when I try to speak, my mind goes blank!" Don’t worry—you’re not alone! Many language learners face this problem. Here’s why it happens (and how to fix it!). 1. You’re Not Speaking Enough! Listening to English helps, but if you don’t practice speaking, your mouth won’t keep up with your brain. It’s like learning to swim by watching videos—at some point, you have to jump in the water! 💡 Fix it: Talk to yourself, join English clubs, or chat with a tutor. The more you speak, the easier it gets! 2. Fear of Mistakes Ever stayed quiet because you were afraid of saying something wrong? Mistakes aren’t bad—they’re proof that you’re learning! Even native speakers mess up sometimes. 💡 Fix it: Laugh at your mistakes, learn from them, and keep going. Confidence is more important than perfection! 3. Thinking in Your Native Language If you translate in your head before speaking, it slows you down. Imagine trying to order coffee but your brain is still “loading” the right words! 💡 Fix it: Train yourself to think in English. Start with simple things—describe what you see, what you’re doing, or what you want to eat! 4. You Need More Vocabulary Ever felt stuck because you didn’t know the right word? It’s like trying to text with missing letters—frustrating! 💡 Fix it: Learn phrases, not just words. Instead of memorizing “happy,” “excited,” and “joyful,” learn “I’m really looking forward to it!” Time to Speak with Confidence! Speaking English doesn’t have to be scary. The secret? Practice, practice, and more practice! Need help? Book a lesson with me, and let’s get you speaking fluently—without stress!