When people tell me,
“Guruji, I understand English, but when I speak, I translate every sentence in my head — and by the time I finish, the moment is gone!”
I smile, because this is one of the most common and easily solvable issues I see worldwide.
Whether you’re from India, Brazil, Egypt, or Japan, the pattern is the same: your brain first hears in your native language, then translates into English, then builds a sentence.
And during that delay, fluency vanishes.
I’m Sunīl Chaudhari, Founder of JustBaazaar and Career Building School, and today I’ll show you exactly how to stop translating, start thinking directly in English, and speak naturally — with flow, speed, and confidence.
Why You Translate in the First Place
You translate because that’s how you learned English.
In school, you learned meanings like:
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“खाना” means “eat.”
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“चलना” means “walk.”
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“पानी” means “water.”
That’s translation training — word by word. It helps in reading, but it damages fluency because it teaches your brain to depend on your first language.
When you try to speak, your brain follows this path:
🧠 Thought → Native language → English translation → Speech
That’s a long chain. You need to shorten it to:
🧠 Thought → English → Speech
That’s fluency.
Why Translation Is Slow and Dangerous
Translation makes you slow for three reasons:
1️⃣ You focus on accuracy, not communication.
You try to find “perfect” words instead of expressing meaning.
2️⃣ You break rhythm.
English has a natural flow — subject → verb → object — which differs from many other languages. Translation disturbs that rhythm.
3️⃣ You lose emotion.
When you translate, your emotional tone fades. The listener feels your hesitation, not your passion.
My Early Days of Translation Struggle
When I began speaking English with clients, I used to mentally translate Hindi to English.
A client once asked, “So, how do you plan to execute this project?”
In my head, I thought: “Execution मतलब लागू करना… how to say… we will do…”
By the time I finished forming the sentence, the moment had passed.
That day, I decided: I’ll stop translating. I’ll start thinking directly in English.
I built simple daily habits, and within 45 days, my thinking language shifted naturally.
Now I’ll share the same proven system with you.
The “Chunk Thinking” Method (My Signature Approach)
Instead of thinking word by word, think in ready-made blocks (chunks) of English.
For example:
Instead of thinking — “मैं सोच रहा हूँ कि…” → “I am thinking that…”
Train your brain to directly use the chunk:
“I think…”
“I believe…”
“I guess…”
Chunks are natural patterns used by real speakers.
When you memorize chunks, you stop translating automatically.
10 Everyday English Chunks to Start Using
| Native Thought | English Chunk | Example |
|---|---|---|
| मुझे लगता है | I think | “I think it’s a good idea.” |
| मेरे हिसाब से | In my opinion | “In my opinion, we should wait.” |
| कोई बात नहीं | No problem / It’s okay | “No problem, take your time.” |
| मुझे नहीं पता | I’m not sure / I don’t know | “I’m not sure about that.” |
| थोड़ा इंतजार कीजिए | Just a moment | “Just a moment, please.” |
| यह ठीक है | That’s fine | “That’s fine with me.” |
| मैं सहमत हूँ | I agree | “I agree with your point.” |
| चलिए शुरू करते हैं | Let’s get started | “Let’s get started with the meeting.” |
| कोई बात नहीं | Don’t worry | “Don’t worry, I’ll handle it.” |
| धन्यवाद | Thanks a lot | “Thanks a lot for your help.” |
👉 Learn 5–10 new chunks every week and use them daily.
Soon, your mind will stop translating because it already “knows the English pattern.”
The “Language Immersion” Secret
Fluency doesn’t grow from memorizing — it grows from immersion.
Immersion means surrounding yourself with English all day, so your brain hears and thinks in English naturally.
Here’s how you can do it:
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Change your phone language to English.
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Follow English YouTube channels and podcasts.
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Read English quotes every morning.
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Write your daily to-do list in English.
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Speak to yourself in English while doing chores.
Every small exposure builds your “English brain.”
Why Thinking in English Feels Hard Initially
When you start, your brain resists. It says, “Why speak in English when we can think faster in Hindi?”
That’s normal — because your brain always chooses comfort.
But after 10–15 days of practice, your new neural pathways start forming.
Once those paths strengthen, thinking in English becomes automatic.
The “Picture Thinking” Technique
Here’s a revolutionary tip: stop thinking in words; start thinking in pictures.
When you see a “cup,” don’t think “कप = cup.”
Just see the image and say cup.
This method is how children learn language — without translation.
Your brain connects meaning to object, not to native words.
How to Practice “No-Translation Thinking” Daily
Here’s my 15-minute daily plan:
1️⃣ 2 minutes – Observe surroundings:
Look around your room and name things in English aloud: table, chair, light, wall, fan, curtain…
2️⃣ 3 minutes – Describe what you see:
Say: “I see a blue chair. The window is open. The fan is running.”
3️⃣ 5 minutes – Speak your thoughts:
Say whatever comes to mind:
“I’m feeling relaxed.”
“I want to drink coffee.”
“It’s hot today.”
4️⃣ 5 minutes – Journal in English:
Write about your day in simple sentences.
This 15-minute routine rewires your language pattern within weeks.
The Role of Confidence in Stopping Translation
Fluency is not about vocabulary; it’s about trust.
When you trust yourself to speak, your mind doesn’t need translation safety.
It speaks directly from thought.
That’s why, in my Spoken English Mastery Course, the first week focuses only on confidence-building drills — so your brain stops doubting itself.
My Students’ Transformation Stories
One of my students, Mehul from Gujarat, told me:
“Guruji, I used to translate every sentence. I felt like a slow machine.”
After 30 days of guided practice, he said:
“Now English just flows. I don’t even realize when I switched from Hindi to English thinking.”
That’s the magic of right methods.
Mistakes to Avoid When Training Your Mind
❌ Don’t overthink grammar while speaking.
❌ Don’t translate songs or dialogues.
❌ Don’t memorize word lists without context.
✔️ Instead:
Use full sentences, repeat them daily, and speak naturally.
The Power of Repetition
The more you repeat correct English chunks, the faster your brain adapts.
When you say “It’s okay” 100 times in context, your brain permanently stores it as an instinctive phrase.
Repetition builds fluency faster than perfectionism.
The “English-Only Moments” Challenge
Create small “English zones” in your day where you use only English — no native language allowed.
Example:
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10 minutes while cooking.
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5 minutes on a walk.
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15 minutes journaling.
During that time, think, speak, and even whisper in English.
These micro-sessions multiply your fluency.
Understanding Thought-Speed and Speech-Speed
Your brain thinks 3–5 times faster than your mouth can speak.
When you translate, you waste that extra speed.
When you think directly in English, both brain and tongue align — that’s why fluent speakers sound effortless.
Inside the Spoken English Course
In my Spoken English Mastery Course, we have a full module called “No Translation Thinking System.”
You’ll learn:
✅ The 21-Day English Brain Challenge.
✅ 500+ real-life English chunks.
✅ Daily listening + speaking drills.
✅ Guided journaling sessions.
✅ 100% result guarantee — because when you follow the plan, you will improve.
👉 Enroll now: https://www.careerbuildingschool.com/courses/esl
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What Happens When You Stop Translating
When you stop translating, three beautiful things happen:
✨ Fluency Appears Naturally.
Your mouth speaks as fast as your thoughts.
✨ Confidence Rises Instantly.
You don’t fear pauses or mistakes anymore.
✨ English Feels Natural.
It becomes your tool for success, not your source of stress.
Real-World Example: From Translation to Transformation
Ritu from Delhi used to write English notes in Hindi first, then translate before speaking.
After one month in our CBS course, she said:
“Now English feels like my thinking language. I don’t prepare sentences anymore — I just speak!”
That’s the ultimate stage of fluency — effortless expression.
Bonus Tip: Talk to Yourself in English
Talking to yourself is not weird — it’s powerful.
Say:
“Okay, I’ll start working now.”
“Let’s finish this report.”
“I’m going to make tea.”
Your daily self-talk trains your brain faster than any classroom.
Common Questions I Get
Q: Will I lose my native language if I start thinking in English?
No! You’ll become bilingual. You’ll switch easily between both languages.
Q: What if I make mistakes while thinking in English?
Perfect! Mistakes mean progress. Keep going.
Q: How long does it take to stop translating?
With consistent 15-minute daily practice, you’ll notice visible change in 21–30 days.
Final Words
Guruji’s truth: You don’t have to be perfect to be fluent. You just need to be consistent.
Stop thinking “How to say this in English.”
Start thinking in English.
Your thoughts deserve to move freely — not through translation traffic.
And remember: the moment you stop judging yourself, fluency will start flowing naturally.
Enroll Now – Train Your English Brain
Join The Spoken English Mastery Course today and break free from slow translation forever.
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📧 Email: connect@careerbuildingschool.com
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