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Apr 2024
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#295 Speaking Mistakes - Do native speak...

Georgiana, founder of SpeakEnglishPodcast.com
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Ever wondered if native English speakers make mistakes? Well, here's the truth: Native English speakers make mistakes, too! This can be comforting for English learners.

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Native speakers of any language make mistakes, just like learners do. This is a natural part of language use and communication.

Pronunciation Mistakes: It's common to mispronounce hard words. For example, some people say "Pacific" instead of "specific."

Spelling Mistakes: Even people who have spoken English from birth can spell words wrongly. It's like writing "definately" when it should be "definitely."

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