Tag Archives: language learning

Motivation

“Going to a country where you don’t speak the language is like wading into the sea when you can’t swim – it’s intimidating at first, not impossible, and ultimately manageable.” Stewart Stafford There are many factors that play a role in the language learning process, including both external factors, such as opportunities for learning theContinue reading “Motivation”

Accuracy versus fluency

“Do you know what a foreign accent is? It’s a sign of bravery.” – Amy Chua As you begin learning a new language, there are so many things to work on: pronunciation, grammar, vocabulary, culture, and so much more! One thing to bear in mind is that it will take a long time to master aContinue reading “Accuracy versus fluency”

Comprehension precedes production

Have you ever been part of a conversation in your new language where you feel you mostly understand what is being said but it’s impossible to get a word out and participate in the conversation? You’re not alone! For most language learners, it will take some time to acquire enough language passively (i.e. to beContinue reading “Comprehension precedes production”

Strategies for learning vocabulary

“A different language is a different vision of life.” Federico Fellini Learning a new language starts with some first steps: learning the basic structure of the language and how sentences are formed (grammar), practicing the sounds of the language (pronunciation), and acquiring new words (vocabulary). Although it sounds daunting at first, it can be excitingContinue reading “Strategies for learning vocabulary”