Foreign language

This is my updated way of note taking when learning a language! It’s somewhat similar to my old version which I made a post about a while ago. Feel free to look at that one if you don’t like this one. I get the info primarily from textbooks and courses. Tip: I also make sure to get multiple

When you first start learning a language, you definitely want to fully commit – however that does not mean that you need to spend money for an app or resource that may not even be what you need. So check out these free resources first and see how far you can get on your learning journey!   Happy

If you are just looking for free English books with text and audio then you’ll find a great library of books offered – but for my language learners, explore 50+ languages on LibriVox! Choose from different levels and make sure to follow the text with the audio especially if you are a beginner learn

👩🏻‍💻Having Fun + Language Learning = Fluency ✨ Learning languages can be awfully boring sometimes 🥱 Some of us, at least, sometimes have that moment when we feel like we want to quit or postpone our studies just because how understimulating the activity is. We would rather do something else t

Whether you are a teacher or a parent hoping to teach their kids a foreign language – languageguide.org is where you should start! The interactive little lessons are great for kiddos to have fun while learning. Hover over the pictures to hear the pronunciation of the words, which are also offered w

Open Culture languages is an incredible place to find the right language learning materials for you. It provides various free websites that you can use for 48 languages. This is great because you can explore resources that work for you whether you are looking for audio, reading, writing, or texts t

I’ve always wanted to learn another language, and right now I am working on my French!! I think that being bilingual would be so helpful especially in today’s work force. These tips also work on if you are in a foreign language class this summer for school or starting one for fall! 📔 - Set

Let me know if y’all have any other shows you would recommend!! Not only are these shows great for practicing a foreign language but they are just objectively great. Keep in mind some also mix in English (like Giri Haji), but generally you’ll be fully immersed in the foreign language. I also like w

Want to learn a new language? Language apps aid language learning by offering interactive lessons, vocabulary practice, and real-time feedback. They provide convenience, adaptability to individual progress, and gamified elements, enhancing engagement. These apps can cater to diverse learning sty

Some tips in case you want to start a new language. For context, I’ve been studying foreign languages since I was born (my native language is Spanish) and studied English since nursery school! Then I started learning French in middle school and college (on my own and in class) and ended up self tea

Between high school & college, I took 6.5 years of Spanish classes and 3 years of French! Foreign language classes have always been my favorite subject in school, and after graduating, I wanted to continue learning languages. Learning a new language on your own can be kind of daunting - it’s mu

Language of Earth is a great YouTube channel if you're wanting to learn a new language in a simple but fun way. It covers Spanish, French, English, and many more (maybe not so common languages) with easy lessons and useful phrases. The videos are super practical and are translated in English to

One of my favorite hobbies as a reader is collecting international editions of my favorite books when I travel to different countries. They're fun keepsakes and souvenirs that don't feel like clutter in my home. I started this hobby after visiting the bookstore that inspired JK Rowlings'

Like many others, short form video content is a great way for me to get some insights into which methods, apps, or resources are best for language learning. I’ve found that Tiktok is a great place to check out some creators who share just that: their own language journey and what they would have

Take this quick 20 question quiz to find out which type of learner you are! We all have ways to learn that will actually stick and make learning easier and smoother so finding out if that’s auditory, visual, kinesthetic, or reading & writing will help you determine which areas of study you shou

[take a break] It’s very easy for our brains to get overwhelmed or exhausted from studying. This also leads to burnout and eventually plateaus. To overcome this, I recommend taking a short break to help refresh your mind. [Change your study methods] When learning a foreign language, it’s norma

Research supports the strong link between music and brain activity – it is an incredible tool not only emotionally but it also has a great impact on memory. Listening to my foreign language playlists alone – without the help of other intensive learning resources has contributed to my knowledge of t

If you’re struggling to find language learning groups or meetups, start by just looking them up! Chances are you can find local groups in your surrounding area especially if you are learning a common language. If you live in a large city or town, you will most likely find super cool groups like ska

Here are some language book series that you can find in multiple languages. While I havent used them for every language, I have used atleast a couple from each series. If you’re US based, most booksellers will have books from these brands in stock. 1. McGraw Hill (Beginner-Intermediate) Th

Not only is this docuseries super informative and yummy, but the fact that there are foreign episodes is great for anyone who is learning those languages. I also use these episodes to brush up on languages that I don’t speak frequently. I’ll keep the subtitles in the target language and read along.