After university I lived in China and really internalized Chinese. The problem is, once you’re not in that environment, how do you keep the language sharp? How do you keep it fresh and gradually let it grow without letting it atrophy and fade away?
How to Import Music Videos on LingQ
There are a lot of different ways to use LingQ, it’s a choose your own adventure tool. I’ve been really enjoying using LingQ to import music videos. I’ve been learning French, almost exclusively through music, and it’s been a lot of fun.
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Is French Hard to Learn?
Is French hard to learn? You could say that. Most people who try to learn French will give up. But it doesn’t have to be that way. When …
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The Best Way to Learn Spanish: My Journey to Fluency
Around 2016 and 2017, in the midst of me doing my Duolingo Spanish course, I was constantly searching the web to find out the best way to learn Spanish. I …
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Where to Find Great Videos that Include French Subtitles
French subtitles are comprehensible input for everybody, from beginners all the way to advanced language learners. But just as all language learning websites are not created equal, not all subtitles …
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7 Chinese Cartoons to Help You Learn the Language
A great way to help you learn a language is by watching cartoons in that language. While it may seem silly to watch children’s shows, they are a great way …
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How to Learn Japanese with YouTube
When you google “What’s the hardest language to learn”, more often than not, Japanese will be near the top of the list. But is Japanese hard to learn? I don’t …
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6 Inspiring Spanish Fashion Bloggers
In this modern era it’s hard to balance your career, time with family, friends and time for yourself. I know I find it hard. I often feel like I need …
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Korean Podcasts You Need to Check Out
Language learning entails a lot of reading and writing practice, but as a Korean instructor, I always emphasize the importance of listening and speaking practices. Listening to native conversations in …
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Russian TV Shows to Help You Learn Russian
After mastering the Cyrillic alphabet and learning some of the basic grammar, you’re ready to start taking in Russian media. Some people start with the world-renowned literature of Tolstoy or …
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