Why Speaking Faster Doesn’t Mean Speaking Better
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Why Speaking Faster Doesn’t Mean Speaking Better

Author’s Column by Tymur Levitin Language. Identity. Choice. Meaning. One of the most persistent myths in language learning is the idea that speed equals proficiency.Students often say: “I need to speak faster”, “Native speakers speak so quickly”, “If I pause, it means my level is low.” This belief is not only incorrect — it is […]

Timur Timur
08.02.2026 3 min read

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