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Feb 2020
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Don't say "I think", say this instead......

English Teacher Monica
About this episode

Do you want to know the secret to speaking more like a native speaker? 

Don't say "I think"... say these expressions instead and you will sound exactly like a native speaker!  

These are some very common expressions we use as native speakers to express our thoughts and opinions about different things and topics.    

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Who am I?  Hi! My name is Monica and I'm an English Teacher from the United States. I was born in California and have a Master's Degree in TESOL and a TEFL Certification. I also learned to speak 2 other languages so I understand the language learning process very well. I currently teach at an American College and I'm here to help you learn English!

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