This well-established and highly successful book, now in its Second Edition, builds on the strength of the previous edition, retaining many of the topics and incorporating some new topics in consonance with the present-day needs.

The accompanying CD contains all the attributes of a good speech—proper stress, intonation and correct pronunciation—to enable better compre-hension of the topics. Some of the conversations and Words Often Mispronounced are also included in the CD to emphasize on the correctness of learning and enrich the learners in language skills.

Primarily intended for students and learners who wish to enhance their spoken English skills, this book will be useful also for those who have long-felt need to communicate in English. It has all the rich ingredients to facilitate the learners talk effectively and confidently:

 About 50 real-life conversations to improve one’s speech
 Extensive list of vocabulary to aid in group discussions
 Several useful language tips to pursue the global quest for personal and academic excellence

NEW TO THIS EDITION  Discusses the need of the body language

 Gives dos and don’ts for an effective communicator

 Provides a list of a few non-verbal behaviours and their universal interpretation

KEY FEATURES

 Application of idioms for effective and creative speaking

 Learning of expressions and phrases for better practical presentation  Numerous word meanings to clarify doubts  Grammar and usage in almost all the chapters to grasp the correct syntax

 Activity to instill confidence in public speaking

Contents:
Preface. Preface to the First Edition. Acknowledgements. Key to Phonetic Symbols. Part I: Phonetics—1. Sounds of English Language. 2. Stress and Intonation. Part II: English Conversations—1. Introducing Yourself. 2. Introducing Another Person. 3. Meeting a Person First Time. 4. Meeting a Stranger in a Familiar Situation. 5. Meeting People after a Long Time. 6. Asking for a Way and Giving Directions. 7. At the Railway Reservation Counter. 8. Buying a Railway Ticket and Boarding a Wrong Train. 9. At the Airport. 10. Travelling by State Bus. 11. Giving a Message on Phone. 12. Attending an Interview for a Job. 13. At the Bank. 14. At the Hospital. 15. At the Departmental Store. 16. At the Cinema. 17. At the Public Library. 18. At the Bookshop. 19. At the Dining Table. 20. At the Hotel. 21. Asking for Information. 22. Making a Request. 23. Taking Leave of Somebody. 24. Making an Appointment. 25. Accepting an Invitation. 26. Declining an Invitation. 27. Apologising. 28. Appreciating Something. 29. Expressing Disapproval. 30. Meeting a School Friend after a Long Time. 31. At the Parent–Teacher Meeting. 32. Interview for Child’s Admission in School. 33. Telling the Time. 34. Interviewing a Celebrity on Television [Rendezvous (rndvu:) with Pradeep]. 35. Expressing Condolences. 36. Grading System vs. Marking System (A Panel Discussion). 37. Planning a Vacation. 38. At the Green Grocer’s. 39. At the Post Office. 40. Lodging an FIR with Police. 41. Ordering a Meal at the Hotel. 42. At the Beauty Parlour. 43. Life in Metropolis. 44. Talking about People. 45. Talking about Newspapers.
46. Talking about Computers. 47. Talking about Television. 48. Talking about Weather and Temperature. 49. Talking about Art and Music. 50. Interviewing a National Awardee Teacher. Part III: Essentials of Spoken English—1. Idiomatic Expressions. 2. Words Often Mispronounced. 3. Expressions for Effective Communication. 4. The Body Language. Part IV: Self-Evaluation—
1. Self-Evaluation. Index.