How to learn English faster : 5 tips
However, sometimes we cannot do things fast. For example, we all know that learning is supposed to take a long time. There are new rules to memorize and new words to learn. You have to learn and practice and remember tons of things, and all that takes time.
English is a fun language to learn, and even though it's considered an accessible and relatively easy one to learn. Learning English fast can seem impossible. But i'm here to tell you that isn't - as long as you have the right strategy.
Take these 5 tips on how to learn English faster as your starting point and you'll master this wonderful language in no time!
1. Read everything you can get your hands on
Classic literature, paperbacks, newspapers, websites, emails, your social media feed, cereal boxes : if it's in English, read it. Why? Well, this content will be full on juicy new vocabulary, as well as a fair amount you already know. This helps you improve quickly, as re-exposure to learned vocabulary gives you new examples in context, therefore reinforcing those words in your mind. On the other hand, learning new words and expressions in essential to building your vocabulary arsenal, particularly in a language like English with so many words.
2. Listen to a lot of English
Listen to as much English as you can. Listen constantly! Whenever you can, make sure that you have something in English playing in your room, in your office or in your headphones. Watch English TV, listen to English music and listen to audio books in English. Go to places where you can hear native English speakers talk to each other. Listen to as much spoken English as you can. No matter what, as long as the sounds of English are entering your ears and your brain, you will learn more English than you realize.
3. Learn phrases, not words
Learning words on their own can be difficult since many words have more than one meaning. Just knowing a word does not mean you will be able to actually use it. So when you learn new words, learn how they are used in phrases, sentences and conversation.
The word "retrospect", for example, means to look back on something. You will probably never hear it used without the words "in" before it: "in retrospect, I shouldn't have eaten the whole cake." Learn how words are grouped and you will sound more natural when you speak.
4. Talk with real live humans
What is a language for if not to communicate? Sure, we humans have become experts at communicating without opening our mouths, but when push comes to shove, it's true that speaking a language helps it stick in your head far better than only reading or writing it. Just think of how many times you've heard people say that they "understand, but can't speak English." A lot of would be English speakers have turned talking into a huge insurmountable barrier that only serves to psyche them out. Don't be like that. Seek out native speakers for an informal language exchange, enroll in a course, or take classes online.
5. Go abroad
If there's a better way to learn English than being immersed in it while living and studying in an English-speaking country, we'd love to know! it's no secret that English is the most widely-spoken language in the world, and with a long list of countries to choose between, you can select your ideal learning environment based on hemisphere, weather, or favorite city think Australia, New Zealand, the UK, the US, Canada, and South Africa to name a few!
