So, you’re going to give a speech. Feeling nervous? Well, you’re normal. But by learning a few basics about public speaking, you can take the platform with confidence. Any good speech begins with planning. The main part, the body, should contain two to five main ideas. Support these ideas with examples, statistics or personal stories that add life and warmth.
你將有一場演講。感覺緊張嗎？其實，那是正常的。但是藉著學習一些在公眾場合演講
的基本技巧，你可以有信心地上台。任何一篇好的演講都是要有規劃的。主要的內容需
要包含二到五個重點。運用範例及統計數字來支持這些論點，或講一個親身經驗，讓你
的內容更生動，更溫馨。
But be careful not to wander too far from the main ideas. With the body organized, you can think of an introduction. This should grab the listeners’ attention. So you want it catchy
—but not corny. It’s wise not to try a joke that might fall flat. But a story with a little humor is usually safe. A more serious talk can begin with a quotation or a thoughtful question.
但是要小心，不要偏離主題太遠。主要內容完成後，就可以構想開場白。這個部份必須
抓住聽眾的注意力。開場白應該有趣且易記，但不老套。因此不要使用可能不好笑的笑
話。但帶點幽默的小故事通常很安全。較嚴肅的主題可由一句引言或引人深思的問題開始。
To end your speech, summarize the main ideas, and tie your conclusion to the introduction.
That will give unity to the whole speech. Audiences warm to speakers who talk
and act naturally. On the platform, stand straight, yet relaxed. Use gestures when
appropriate to help you communicate. Moving a bit will help you look and feel at ease.
Speak in a friendly, conversational tone.
要結束時，總結重點，再將結論引申回開場白，這樣的話，演講內容才會前後一致。
觀眾喜歡談話及手勢自然的演講者。在講台上輕鬆自然地站直。適時地用一些手勢幫
助溝通。稍微走動可以幫助你看起來、且實際覺得自在。演講時，使用友善及交談式
的聲調。
Rather than reading, use brief notes to help you remember key points. And don’t rush! Give
the audience time to absorb your ideas. But how can you “act naturally” in front of an audience?
Believe it or not, the best cure for nervousness is preparation. Rehearsing will keep you
from getting tongue-tied.
不要讀演講稿，使用簡短的筆記幫助你記住重點。不要急，給你的聽眾足夠的時間來吸
收你的看法。你如何在聽眾面前表現得自然呢？其實，不管你相不相信，避免緊張最好
的方法就是事前準備。事先排練可以避免張口結舌，說不出話來。
Practice your speech several times. Check your posture and tone, too. When you finally take the platform, make eye contact with your audience. Seeing their interest will encourage you. So, it’s all organized, you’ve prepared, they’re on the edge of their seats. Now go for it!
將你的講稿多練習幾次。也注意你的姿勢及聲調。最後當你站在台上時，和你聽眾的
眼光接觸。看到他們對你的主題產生興趣，對你將有所鼓勵。所以，一切都規劃好了
，你也準備好要講，聽眾也準備好要聽了。就全力以赴吧！
⊙Word Bank
你將有一場演講。感覺緊張嗎？其實，那是正常的。但是藉著學習一些在公眾場合演講
的基本技巧，你可以有信心地上台。任何一篇好的演講都是要有規劃的。主要的內容需
要包含二到五個重點。運用範例及統計數字來支持這些論點，或講一個親身經驗，讓你
的內容更生動，更溫馨。
But be careful not to wander too far from the main ideas. With the body organized, you can think of an introduction. This should grab the listeners’ attention. So you want it catchy
—but not corny. It’s wise not to try a joke that might fall flat. But a story with a little humor is usually safe. A more serious talk can begin with a quotation or a thoughtful question.
但是要小心，不要偏離主題太遠。主要內容完成後，就可以構想開場白。這個部份必須
抓住聽眾的注意力。開場白應該有趣且易記，但不老套。因此不要使用可能不好笑的笑
話。但帶點幽默的小故事通常很安全。較嚴肅的主題可由一句引言或引人深思的問題開始。
To end your speech, summarize the main ideas, and tie your conclusion to the introduction.
That will give unity to the whole speech. Audiences warm to speakers who talk
and act naturally. On the platform, stand straight, yet relaxed. Use gestures when
appropriate to help you communicate. Moving a bit will help you look and feel at ease.
Speak in a friendly, conversational tone.
要結束時，總結重點，再將結論引申回開場白，這樣的話，演講內容才會前後一致。
觀眾喜歡談話及手勢自然的演講者。在講台上輕鬆自然地站直。適時地用一些手勢幫
助溝通。稍微走動可以幫助你看起來、且實際覺得自在。演講時，使用友善及交談式
的聲調。
Rather than reading, use brief notes to help you remember key points. And don’t rush! Give
the audience time to absorb your ideas. But how can you “act naturally” in front of an audience?
Believe it or not, the best cure for nervousness is preparation. Rehearsing will keep you
from getting tongue-tied.
不要讀演講稿，使用簡短的筆記幫助你記住重點。不要急，給你的聽眾足夠的時間來吸
收你的看法。你如何在聽眾面前表現得自然呢？其實，不管你相不相信，避免緊張最好
的方法就是事前準備。事先排練可以避免張口結舌，說不出話來。
Practice your speech several times. Check your posture and tone, too. When you finally take the platform, make eye contact with your audience. Seeing their interest will encourage you. So, it’s all organized, you’ve prepared, they’re on the edge of their seats. Now go for it!
將你的講稿多練習幾次。也注意你的姿勢及聲調。最後當你站在台上時，和你聽眾的
眼光接觸。看到他們對你的主題產生興趣，對你將有所鼓勵。所以，一切都規劃好了
，你也準備好要講，聽眾也準備好要聽了。就全力以赴吧！
⊙Word Bank
platform (n) 講台
statistics (n pl) 統計數字
catchy (adj) 令人喜愛而且易記的
corny (adj) 陳腔濫調的；老生常談的
to fall flat (v phr) 達不到預期效果
to warm to someone or something (v phr) 喜歡某人或某事
gesture (n) 手勢
rehearse (v) 演練；排演
tongue-tied (adj) 張口結舌的
go for it (exp) 努力爭取；冒險嘗試
@The Day's Phrase
This beautiful, young actress never stops reaching for her goals
美夢成真的女星凱莉‧墨里根
這位美麗的年輕女星從未停止追求自己的目標
To maintain a youthful appearance, make it a habit to put on sunscreen.
要維持你年輕的外貌，就要養成擦防曬乳液的習慣。
To avoid pimples: go to sleep early, avoid eating oily foods, and refrain from touching your face unless necessary.若要預防長面皰：早點睡、避免吃油膩的食物，以及非必要不要碰觸你的臉。
美夢成真的女星凱莉‧墨里根
這位美麗的年輕女星從未停止追求自己的目標
To maintain a youthful appearance, make it a habit to put on sunscreen.
要維持你年輕的外貌，就要養成擦防曬乳液的習慣。
To avoid pimples: go to sleep early, avoid eating oily foods, and refrain from touching your face unless necessary.若要預防長面皰：早點睡、避免吃油膩的食物，以及非必要不要碰觸你的臉。
Scientists are still trying to discover the secrets behind human minds
心智的奧秘科學家仍在努力發掘人類心智的秘密
Don't rinse you hair in hot water.
不要用熱水沖洗頭髮。
Take an exciting tour full of beautiful sights and European history
享受荷蘭之美
踏上令人興奮無比的旅程，體驗豐富美景和歐洲歷史
Don't go to sleep with wet hair.
不要濕著頭髮睡覺。
心智的奧秘科學家仍在努力發掘人類心智的秘密
Don't rinse you hair in hot water.
不要用熱水沖洗頭髮。
Take an exciting tour full of beautiful sights and European history
享受荷蘭之美
踏上令人興奮無比的旅程，體驗豐富美景和歐洲歷史
Don't go to sleep with wet hair.
不要濕著頭髮睡覺。
A good hairdresser is very important.
一位好的美髮師是很重要的。
一位好的美髮師是很重要的。
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