General Discussion Questions
Do you like learning languages?
What languages can you speak?
How many foreign languages do you speak?
When did you start learning your first foreign language?
How many foreign languages do students learn at school in your country?
Do you think it is important to learn a foreign language? Why?
How useful will English be to you in the future?
What do you remember about learning languages at school?
What do you think would be the hardest language for you to learn? Why?
Will you learn another language in the future?
Language Learning & Skills
versatile
articulate
proficiency
to withstand something
to bounce back
to acquire skills
exposure to a language
an obstacle
comprehension of something
a setback
indispensable
intricate
immersion in a language
to grasp something
daunting
Anxiety & Speaking Fears
a shaky voice
to go blank
intimidating
your face turns / goes red
to sweat profusely
to be drenched in sweat
clammy hands
a trembling voice
to stutter
to stumble over your words
to start blushing
cotton mouth
fear of being scrutinized
glossophobia
impostor syndrome
Idioms & Expressions
the Holy Grail
a piece of cake
Confidence is built, not born.
