2445 - Why Slow Down in English? Part 1: Pause for Punctuation

In this episode, Lindsay and Aubrey discuss the common challenge language learners face: speaking too fast. They address a question from their student, Sina, who speaks quickly to avoid overanalyzing, translating, or getting stuck on grammar. Lindsay and Aubrey acknowledge the benefits of speaking fast, such as improved fluency and masking errors, but emphasize the importance of strategic pausing for clarity and connection. They introduce the first strategy: pausing for punctuation, using examples to demonstrate how it enhances understanding and adds dramatic effect. The hosts decide to continue the topic in a follow-up episode to fully explore additional strategies.