Knowing a second language has it's benefits and the importance of learning a second language is vastly underestimated. But how do you set about learning a foreign language? Here are some tips.
1. Make sure you enjoy it. Make it fun. It will make the learning process easier for your brain.
2. Don't get stressed out if you can't remember words or phrases. Slowly it will all begin to fall into place.
3. Allocate enough time to study. Promise yourself you will study for "x" hours per week. If you are a student, or you work, don't put too much pressure on yourself by thinking you will be able to study more than you actually find comfortable. This will be counter productive because you
won't enjoy it and you will become stressed (see points 1 and 2 above)
4. Learn with someone. It will be easier, and you will each
have a "practice partner"
5. Try and work out how you would say everyday occurrences in the new language. For example, you have to phone and ask for an appointment at the doctors. When finished, try and work out how you would have said it in the second language you are learning. Find out, write it down, then teach your practice buddy. Teaching is the best way to learn.
6 Listen to your lessons each day without fail. It will keep everything firmly in your brain. If you have an MP3 player, use it to assist. Listening just before you fall asleep is a powerful technique.
7. Read the lessons as much as you listen to them. If both are identical, at the same time is perfect.
8. Take control of your studies. Wanting to learn a new language makes you more receptive to learning and remembering. Immerse yourself in your chosen new language. Try to learn a little of the culture, the country and how the language developed.Second language benefits are numerous.
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