When You Can’t Travel to Study A Foreign Language - Deepstash

When You Can’t Travel to Study A Foreign Language

You can choose a friend who also wants to learn the language. Agree to talk in your language of choice at least once per day or whenever you talk to each other.

Your friend does not have to be a native speaker. But, 10% of your time should be speaking with an advanced or native speaker. Use a dictionary or other tools when you feel the need.

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I salute those people who smile despite all of their problems.

What works and what matters when you're learning a foreign language from zero to a conversational ability.

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