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Friday Focus: Conversation Strategies

Friday Focus: Conversation Strategies

Mastering the Use of Fillers

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Rachel Boyce
Jan 24, 2025
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Fillers are an often-overlooked part of spoken English, but they play an essential role in helping conversations flow naturally.

Whether you're in a casual chat, a formal discussion, or preparing for an English exam, knowing how and when to use fillers can improve your fluency and give you time to think.

In this post, we’ll explore the types of fillers, their usage, and how to incorporate them into your speech for smoother, more confident communication.

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