Hi Soraya! You know what, we faced the same problem as a non-native speaker. I called it as "FAILED TO REACT" hoho... :D Fortunately i solved the problem. My suggestion, watch some movies, remember the phrases they used of a certain situation, and then apply it in your daily activities. It just like copy and paste the conversation to your tounge. It would help you to build your expressions dictionary. At least it works for me. :) The more you know the expressions, your reaction would be more better. to solve the nervous feeling, i agree with Shaynie. And the rest, do what Colton said ~ Have a good day ~

When I first lived in Indonesia, I didn't know the language at all. I was supposed to be a teacher, but I didn't know how to communicate with people! What helped me learn to speak quickly and overcome my fears was talking to people as much as possible. I would talk to them in angkots, in the busway, on the train, and in the streets. When I practiced speaking more, even though it wasn't perfect yet, I really overcame my fears and was able to learn much more quickly. Don't be afraid to practice with natives, that is the fastest way to learn a language! :)

Same thing happens to me.When i speak English I have to translate Bengali to English in my head.

I have this same problem with my target language as well. I would advise you not to rush speaking. If you can't speak right away or you don't feel comfortable with it, don't worry! Just keep listening and reading and writing, and very soon, speaking will be natural to you!