Say more by saying lessImage credit: Omarukai via flickrMany non-native speakers say "uh" or "um" too much while they are speaking. Eliminating these non-word sounds is also one of the quickest ways to sound more sophisticated in presentations, meetings and even everyday life. Academic EnglishGeneral EnglishBusiness English ‹ Communication Strategies 6 Fluency basics: Quick wins up Communication Strategies 8 Fluency basics: Rhythm and intonation ›