April 18 – Speaking & Pronunciation-How to Introduce Yourself Clearly
A wide, horizontal educational infographic titled “April 18 – Speaking & Pronunciation: How to Introduce Yourself Clearly.” The design features a clean, structured layout with five numbered sections: keeping introductions simple, focusing on pronunciation over speed, stressing important words, practicing natural intonation, and adding one extra detail. Each section includes short explanations and example sentences. On the right side, there is a friendly teacher figure, and at the bottom, a “Student Exercises” section encourages practice through speaking and recording.
April 18 – Speaking & Pronunciation
How to Introduce Yourself Clearly
Today, I want to focus on something simple—but very important.
Introducing yourself clearly in English.
This is often one of the first things you do in a conversation, whether it’s in a lesson, at work, or meeting someone for the first time. But many students struggle with this—not because it’s difficult, but because they try to say too much, too fast, or without clear pronunciation.
Let’s fix that.
1. Keep It Simple
A clear introduction is short and easy to understand.
Start with this basic structure:
Name
Where you’re from
What you do
For example:
“Hi, I’m Ken. I’m from Sapporo, and I work in sales.”
That’s it. Simple is powerful.
2. Focus on Pronunciation, Not Speed
Many learners try to speak quickly to sound fluent.
But clarity is more important than speed.
Compare:
❌ “HiImKenImfromSapporoandIworkinsales”
✅ “Hi, I’m Ken. (pause) I’m from Sapporo. (pause) I work in sales.”
Use short pauses. Let your listener understand you.
3. Stress the Important Words
English is a stress-timed language, which means some words are stronger than others.
In introductions, stress:
Your name
Your city/country
Your job
Example:
“Hi, I’m Ken. I’m from Sapporo, and I work in sales.”
This makes your speech sound more natural and confident.
4. Practice Natural Intonation
Your voice should go up and down, not stay flat.
Try this pattern:
“Hi, I’m Ken.” (⬆ slight rise)
“I’m from Sapporo.” (➡ steady)
“I work in sales.” (⬇ slight drop)
This helps your English sound more natural.
5. Add One Extra Detail (Optional)
Once you’re comfortable, add one more sentence:
“Nice to meet you.”
“I’ve been working there for five years.”
“I enjoy my job.”
Example:
“Hi, I’m Ken. I’m from Sapporo, and I work in sales. Nice to meet you.”
Student Learning Exercises
Exercise 1: Build Your Introduction
Write your own introduction using this pattern:
Hi, I’m _______.
I’m from _______.
I work in _______.
Say it out loud 3 times slowly.
Exercise 2: Record Yourself
Use your phone and record your introduction.
Check:
Are you speaking too fast?
Are you pausing between sentences?
Are the important words clear?
Exercise 3: Add Confidence
Now try again with:
Stronger voice
Clear pauses
Better word stress
Repeat until it sounds natural.
Final Thoughts
A good introduction is not about using difficult English.
It’s about being clear, calm, and confident.
If people understand you easily, your English is working.
Ready to Practice?
If you’d like to practice real introductions and improve your speaking step by step, I can help.
Book a lesson and let’s build your confidence together.
You can also keep practicing with next week’s lesson.
Don’t forget — every Saturday, I share practical English tips and learning exercises you can use to improve.
Build real confidence in English — weekly at A-1.
I’ll see you next Saturday.
— Teacher John
