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Gibberish Interpreter
One student speaks gibberish, another translates live.
Separates words from expression — students learn that how you speak matters as much as what you say.
Instructions
In pairs. One person gives a passionate speech in complete gibberish — real emotion, gestures, the works. Their partner stands beside them and 'translates' into English in real time, making up what they think the speech is about. Switch roles. Share one pair with the group.
Classroom timer
10:00
Best used when
When students feel their ideas aren't worth sharing.
Variation
The gibberish speaker is accepting an award, giving a political speech, or breaking up with someone.
Time
10 min
Noise
High
Prep
None
How did it go?
Quick evaluation — helps you find what works again.