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Apr 2025
12m 34s

162. What to Do When You Make An Embarra...

My English Matters
About this episode

Ever said the wrong word mid-sentence, mispronounced something, or completely blanked out while speaking?


In this episode of the My English Matters Podcast, Amnah talks about what to do when you make an embarrassing mistake while speaking English!


You’ll learn simple ways to recover with confidence, when to correct yourself (and when not to), and how to use honesty or humour to ease the awkwardness.


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Early bird tickets are now available for our upcoming Speak to Connect workshop — a live, in-person experience designed to help you speak English clearly and confidently in real-life situations. If you want to overcome fear, speak with ease, and connect with others more effectively, this programme is for you.


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