"Aksanlı Konuşmak Sorun Mudur?" | Reşat Ören | TEDxYouth@AFL

20 Jun 2024 (5 months ago)

Importance of Pronunciation and Body Language in Communication

Words only make up 7% of communication, while body language accounts for 55% and voice and tone account for 38%.
Pronunciation is important for clear communication, as inconsistent pronunciation can disrupt communication due to subconscious monitoring of perceived errors.
Accented speech is not equivalent to mispronunciation; it involves pronouncing a language using the rules of another language.
Communication is primarily about persuasion, with only 7% of impact coming from words and 93% from other factors, including accent.
A strong accent can create the impression of limited English proficiency, even with excellent language skills.

Curiosity is the key to learning new languages.
Exposing children to different languages at a young age is important for language acquisition.
Learning a new language involves not only acquiring new vocabulary and grammar but also developing a new character in the brain.
Exposure to a language is important, but it is not enough on its own. Curiosity and a desire to understand the language are also essential for successful language learning.
Active listening and paying attention to how native speakers use language are important for effective language acquisition.
Confirming your understanding and considering alternative ways of expressing ideas can enhance language learning.
Exposure to English content at a level slightly above one's current proficiency can be beneficial for language learning.

The speaker's parents are Turkish, and they taught him to read and write at the age of 4.
He learned English from his father and was always curious about languages.
He noticed that Turkish people living in Germany often have poor Turkish language skills and attributes this to a lack of exposure to the language.
The speaker learned to read the Quran in Arabic but does not understand the language.