A Guide for Language Learners / By: Shatha Alqurashye

     Although learning a new language can be quite difficult, following certain guidelines will give you a major learning boost and make things easier for you in the long run. Start with learning the most common words. Mastering basic words is the most essential step because they pop up everywhere! Try to learn this vocabulary in sentences that will help you to gain a better understanding of the different usage of the words. Afterward, try to write them down to ensure that they are well-understood. Next, work on pronunciation. There is no point in memorizing hundreds of words if you pronounce them incorrectly. Therefore, it is important that when you learn a word, you learn the pronunciation simultaneously. Use Cambridge website, for example, to hear the right pronunciation then speak them loudly to ensure that you get them accurately. After that, to make the journey more enjoyable, listen to music in your target language. Because listening is fun and easy, it will keep you interested in the learning process. Pay attention to the song lyrics because they are full of slang words, colloquialism, and modern expression which make them an excellent way to pick up a language that often is not taught in class. Finally, use whatever you have learnt in the previous steps to interact with natives. Thanks to internet, there are several ways to achieve that. Do not hesitate to speak the language with native speakers for being afraid of making mistakes. If you do not practice speaking the language, you are less likely to be fluent in it. In conclusion, If you dedicate yourself to these steps, you can absolutely master the chosen language.

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Shatha Alqurashye 

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