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How to Learn a Language on Your Own
Learning a language independently requires taking control of your own learning journey. Whether you're studying in a classroom or on your own, success in language learning starts with embracing an…
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The Best Way to Learn a New Language
Good language learners are made, not born. Anyone can become a good language learner, or a better language learner. Our…
Is It Hard to Learn Japanese?
The American Foreign Service Institute has published their assessment of the difficulty of various languages based on the number of…
Comprehensible Input and Compelling Input (CI)
What is Comprehensible Input? What is meant by comprehensible input in language learning? Stephen Krashen uses this term, as well…
All the Tricks and Tips You Need for Learning Spanish
*** This post is a transcript of a video on my YouTube channel. As I’ve said so many times, the…
English Grammar 101 – The Linguist on Language Learning
Many of us struggle to remember the rules of English grammar, let alone apply them correctly in conversation. According to…
The Definition of a Polyglot
I consider myself a polyglot, someone who speaks multiple languages. Using the languages I learn is important to me. It's…
How to Learn Chinese: My Top 6 Tips
Fifty years ago, I embarked on my journey to study Mandarin Chinese. It took me nine months to reach a…
How long should it take to learn a language?
Language acquisition is primarily influenced by three key factors: the learner's attitude, the time dedicated to language study, and the…