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Ozlem / Turkiye flag of Turkiye

What are some tips in language learning?

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Hi, I'm Ozlem. I'm from Turkey. And here is my question: what are some tips in language learning?

I have been an ESL teacher for over 20 years, and I would like to say a few things about language learning. I always see people trying to find a shortcut in language learning. Yes, you can have a shortcut in the sense of time, but I don't believe you can have a shortcut in the sense of effort. So, number one, you should find the reason: why do you want to learn this language? For example, if you want to speak fluently, you should focus on speaking and listening activities. I generally see people complaining about the amount of time they have spent and have no result at the end. But when we look closer at their studies, we see that they have not spent enough time in that specific skill they want. And secondly, you should follow a system. If you follow a system, if you have a system, and thirdly, if you have fun, this is very important, you will definitely learn the language. So have a system and have fun. Love what you are doing. Thank you. See you later. Bye.

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How to Practice Vocabulary

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  • Complete the blanks below with correct words.
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focus on

Meaning: To give attention to something.

Examples:

  1. You should focus on improving your speaking skills.
  2. Instead of multitasking, focus on one thing at a time.

generally

Meaning: Usually; most of the time.

Examples:

  1. I generally wake up early, but sometimes I sleep in on weekends.
  2. People generally learn a new language faster if they practice daily.

say a few things

Meaning: To briefly talk about something.

Examples:

  1. Before we begin, I want to say a few things about today's lesson.
  2. She stood up to say a few things about her experience.

follow a system

Meaning: To use a planned method or structure to do something.

Examples:

  1. If you follow a system, learning a language becomes easier.
  2. Successful businesses follow a system to stay organized.

in the sense of

Meaning: When explaining something in a specific way or meaning.

Examples:

  1. He is rich in the sense of having many friends, not money.
  2. The book is difficult in the sense of using advanced vocabulary.

shortcut

Meaning: A faster or easier way to do something.

Examples:

  1. There is no shortcut to learning a language; you need to practice.
  2. He took a shortcut through the park to save time.

at the end

Meaning: When something is finished or completed.

Examples:

  1. At the end of the movie, the main character finds true love.
  2. They worked hard, and at the end, they won the competition.

Vocabulary Qui

Complete the sentences with the vocabulary above.
focus on • follow • at the end
sense • generally • shortcut
  1. Most companies some sort of system.
  2. My local movie theatre does not play foreign films.
  3. There is no to success.
  4. I like to go for a long walk of the day.
  5. I'm trying to my health these days.
  6. Most romance languages, in the of grammar, are somewhat similar.

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