Tips to reduce filler words (um, like, basically) when speaking?
I counted my filler words on a recording and it was painful — "basically" every other sentence. Looking for practical tips that worked for you. So far I've tried:
- Pausing silently instead of saying "um"
- Slowing down a little so my brain keeps up with my mouth
- Practising the same answer a few times until it's smooth
What else helped you sound more fluent?
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