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One study found vocabulary retrieval was the top speaking worry in two learner groups. A separate 2025 medical English workshop study found 73.5% self-reported progress and 76.6% self-reported greater confidence about a future patient interview. These findings make specific, purpose-led speaking situations a relevant area to practice.
Studies point out what makes speaking a new language feel hard, as well as the benefits people see from regular practice. Here is what recent research suggests.
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PremiumStudies point out what makes speaking a new language feel hard, as well as the benefits people see from regular practice. Here is what recent research suggests.
In one study group, 18.9% of participants selected the inability to remember known vocabulary as a top speaking worry.
Language Teaching, Cambridge University PressFollowing a 2025 English workshop study, 73.5% of participating medical students felt they had made progress in their skills.
Codron et al., Medical Science Educator, 2025In the same 2025 study, 76.6% of medical students reported feeling more confident about a future English patient interview.
Codron et al., Medical Science Educator, 2025Each profile names how the problem shows up for you, then connects your answers to the path that fits best.
You bring deep professional skill to your work, but you pause or stay silent during important meetings when the exact industry term does not immediately surface.
You navigate logistics and clear itineraries smoothly, but you hesitate when unexpected disruptions require you to ask for help on the spot.
You easily understand interpersonal warmth and humor but hold back your own remarks until the conversational moment has already passed.
You handle daily essential errands reliably but feel strained when managing nuanced bureaucratic, civic, or neighborhood conversations.
You master dense literature and complex conceptual frameworks with ease but hesitate during spontaneous Q&A exchanges or symposium discussions.
You hold rich ideas about culture, art, and specialized projects but struggle to translate your imaginative concepts into direct spoken English.
You track international affairs and cross-border discussions closely but hold back from contributing your perspective in international forums.
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"When train schedules changed unexpectedly on my last trip, I stopped panicking about perfect grammar and used quick descriptive phrases to get clear answers immediately."
"Handling local administrative appointments used to leave me frozen in silence. Practicing real-life scenarios helped me ask for what I needed without feeling overwhelmed."
"I used to stay quiet in design meetings when I forgot a word. Practicing how to say things another way helped me speak up right away."
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