Stop Translating! 5 Practical Steps to Start Thinking in English
Stop Translating! 5 Practical Steps to Start Thinking in English Introduction The most significant impediment to fluency is not your vocabulary; rather, it is your brain's tendency to translate from your native language. If you want to speak quickly and naturally, think in English . In this guide, we will show you how to rewire your brain using five simple daily habits. 1. Label Your Surroundings Begin small. Look around your room now. Think "Chair" instead of "كرسي." Think "Window" instead of "نافذة." Pro tip: Use sticky notes to label items in your home until the English word is the first thing you see. 2. Think in Single Words (Not Sentences) You do not need to create complex stories just yet. While walking, name the following actions: Walking... cold... in the morning... coffee... busy. This creates a direct link between the world and English words, eliminating the "Arabic middleman." 3. Talk to Yourself (The Monologue Technique) It sounds crazy, but it actually works! Describe your day as if you were…