English with Thiago 6 “Fluency Killers” That are Sabotaging Your English Progress
Dec 26, 2025
Unlock your English potential by tackling six common habits that hold learners back. Discover why mental translation can derail conversations and how English-to-English dictionaries can enhance fluency. Shift from passive watching to active engagement with movies, and learn to embrace mistakes for better speaking confidence. Focus on activating your vocabulary rather than just collecting it, while practicing consistently with quick daily sessions. Finally, gain confidence through self-practice, like speaking to yourself in the mirror.
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Translation Blocks Natural Conversation
- Translating in your head slows conversations and breaks timing.
- Thiago says direct English-to-English links stop the translation loop.
From 'PLIS' To C2 Without Leaving Home
- Thiago learned English in Brazil and felt trapped in a limited version of himself.
- He progressed from writing 'PLIS' to C2 without leaving his country.
Study With Short Clips And Mimicry
- Don't watch passively; practice active extraction with short clips.
- Mimic lines and repeat them 10–20 times to build muscle memory.