Language Learning – top tips
Language learning tips come in different shapes and different sizes.
And….
Different things work for different people.
This is a curated list of tips and hacks and ideas which have been found on various parts of the internet.
Here are 22 tips from Mark Manson
A link to Mark Manson 22 tips – the full article
These are tips in brief. Some words of wisdom here!
1. Conversation, Conversation, Conversation.
2. Intensity of study trumps length of study.
3. Classes suck and are an inefficient use of time and money.
4. Start with the 100 most common words.
5. Carry a pocket dictionary.
6. Keep practicing in your head.
7. You’re going to say a lot of stupid things. Accept it.
8. Figure out pronunciation patterns.
9. Use audio and online courses for the first 100 words and basic grammar.
10. After the first 100 words, focus on becoming conversational.
11. Aim for the brain melt.
12. “How do you say X?” is the most important sentence you can possibly learn. Learn it early and use it often.
13. One-on-one tutoring is the best and most efficient use of time.
14. Date someone who speaks the target language and not your native language.
15. If you can’t find someone cute who will put up with you, find a language buddy online.
16. Facebook chat + Google Translate = Winning.
17. When you learn a new word, try to use it a few times right away.
18. TV shows, movies, newspapers and magazines are a good supplementation.
19. Most people are helpful, let them help.
20. There will be a lot of ambiguity and miscommunication.
21. These are the phases you go through.
22. Finally, find a way to make it fun.
Following on form Mark’s top tip number 22, why not click on the link below?
Humour in Spanish