English is our second speaking language in the Philippines. Speaking and writing well in English indeed help in a lot of everyday situations. This applies not only at work when we need to present to clients, vendors, and internal teams, but also when we have to communicate with family and friends effectively. If you want to understand the rules of English grammar, pronunciation, and punctuation without thinking of it as “rocket science,” Don’t Speak Good. Speak Well! (The “Nosebleed” Edition) must be a healthy and smart read.
Book Review: 3 Reasons I Recommend Don’t Speak Good. Speak Well! (The “Nosebleed” Edition) to All Filipinos
1. Small and easily portable
Don’t Speak Good. Speak Well! gives the basics of using the right English words, expressions, and conversation strategies for practice and learning. It provides easy-to-follow, practical information for improving your command of English grammar. Reading this book will remind you to brush up on your proofreading abilities. I like that it’s small and portable. You can take it as a good book to read during travels or carry it in the office for reference and professional needs.
2. Especially relevant for Filipinos
Don’t Speak Good. Speak Well! has less than 120 pages and it has broken down the major topics to short chapters. It offers quick and clear explanations that I’m sure many Filipinos can relate with. Its first section opens up to Filpinism, pointing out inaccurate and awkward expressions Filipinos are used to use. The examples in each of the chapters are down-to-earth and they drive each point home.
3. Clear and simple
Don’t Speak Good. Speak Well!‘s directives do not go around in circles. This book is well structured, strict to the point, and meticulous. I appreciate that it sheds lights on the most common pitfalls and errors in grammar usage. People who experience difficulties with English grammar should find this book extremely useful. This is a must for those whose goal is to become more effective and proficient communicators and writers.
Wrap Up
The fact is that multilingualism is highly valued these days. In the Philippines, people who are good in English are presented mostly with more job opportunities than those who are stuck in “carabao English.” Don’t Speak Good. Speak Well! is a great contribution to Filipinos who want to get better at English…nosebleeds and all. For more information about this book, please visit this Facebook page.
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This looks like an awesome book. I love the title. You would be amazed home many native English speakers would say “speak good”. I am so impressed by anyone who can fluently speak more than one language.
This book has enormous approach towards English learners, especially for those people whose English is not their native language and want to improve their language so that they could easily understand and participate anywhere.
can I have a copy of this book?
Can i have too? Please…
Wait a second… is English not your first language? It’s so good! I never would have known. I guess this book is awesome!!
Haha no, I think my first language is a mix of Chinese, Filipino, and English. 😛
That books sounds like a really nice read. I hope more people are able to enjoy it and I would not have guessed that English was your second language! Nice
Thanks, Aly! I’ll take that as a compliment. This book is great. It has wonderful tips. You’ll get tons of information for learning English effectively. 🙂
This is great. The title is awesome. I definitely could use some help in speaking better. I love all the tips, thanks!
-Shonee
This book is almost ideal for Filipino students and international visitors seeking to improve their language skills. 😀 Welcome!
This looks like a great learning tool and yes, being multilingual is very prized! I think this would be a great resource for anyone that has English as a second language.
I guess it’s better though if this book is complemented by an audio CD which people can listen to while driving or working.
Bravo to knowing a second language! I can get the gist of spoken Spanish, although I’m a lot better when reading it. Would like to learn French so I can go to Paris.
Nice! I’d also always been interested in learning French. It sounds so romantic, musical, and sweet. 🙂
This sounds like a great book to help make English a more comfortable and natural second language
Right. Learning how to speak English (or any language for that matter) requires a ton of practice. I think it’s best if you have a buddy you can speak English with all the time or most times of the day. 🙂