what is the best way to improve english for a beginner like me?? HELP ME!!

dear forumer,

i am a form 3 student this year. in school, i almost failing in every english exam.
i do not know how to improve my english. sometimes, i memorize certain sentences. that's my style to write an essay.
i have a problem with my grammar and literature (section C for paper 2)..
my parents sent me to a tuition class, but it's not working..the teacher does not teach, they gave me billions of notes...
but it's no use because i cannot understand the format....

so, any tips? how to write a better essay?? improve grammar?

i really need help...i aim for A in every subject except for english..

thank you..

Hello Marina,

There are many ways to improve our english, how to be better.
Please read the topic 'How to learn English". There you will find more information on how to learn better.

You too must understand the format of your pmr english paper. It is essential, and it helps you to understand and decide which part of the english paper you must pay more attention/ practice more. You can check on the format from the practice book/ revision book because normally, this kind of book have the yearly analysis and sample paper, both paper 1 and paper 2.

Not forgetting, you really must practice, practice makes perfect remember.You cannot simply keep them in the head but put it into writing. Meaning, you must write but instead of simply writing sentences you memorized try to answer question on your own, you can ask your teacher to check it or you can also check the answer yourself (revision book) provide answer for every question. You can also check past year questions and answer to see if you are doing it right.

All the best!

i'm completelys agree with eve:)
tks for sharing your exp
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hye marina.. maybe you can read lots of reading materials in English such as storybooks, newspapers, magazines etc. It might help you in mastering vocabulary and the usage of grammar.. Don't forget to make lots of revision too.. Practice makes perfect!hope it helps..

yes... i agree wth u izzati...

hi..

sy pn hadapi masalah ini..but its was years back then..sb sy malas membaca(not a gud one!!hehe)..i'll used to listen english radio, wacth english movie or drama (w/out subtitles in malay), talking english with other..somehow..it works!!anyway..be patient..it works afta couple of years..u'll see improvement in your vocab.. =)

playing football also need a lot of practices & exercises... so does learning english... so, keep on learning, u'll see the improvement...