#LanguageLove

[mondlylanguages]

'Simple' is complicated in Finnish. 🙃

[hobbydeutschde]

Ever wondered about the difference between "bleiben" and "verbleiben" in German? Let’s break it down! 🇩🇪 Bleiben simply means to stay or to remain. Whether you're staying at home or remaining calm, "bleiben" is the go-to verb. Example: Ich bleibe zu Hause (I'm staying at home). Verbleiben is a bit different. It’s often used in a more formal or abstract context, like agreeing on how to proceed. It can mean something like "to come to an agreement" or "to decide on something". Example: Wie verbleiben wir? (So, what do we agree on?). Think of "bleiben" as staying in one place, while "verbleiben" is more about making a final arrangement or understanding. It's subtle, but it makes a big difference in context! Mastering these little differences is what makes learning German so interesting! 📚💡 Have you used these words in a conversation yet? Share your favorite example in the comments!

[ladydeath1342069]

Not Again......

What have I done to myself? I think I have found what I want to do for the next decade. Why? Why? Why? Why? Why? Why did I have to do this to myself? The five languages I am determined as all hell to achieve fluency in by the end of the next decade are as follows: Mandarin, Korean, Japanese, Thai, and Vietnamese. The other languages I want to learn can wait unless I lose total interest in them.…

[fyeahblackfrost]

? I could get used to this

Open your heart to the wonders of the world and let them uplift your spirit. ? I could get used to this.

[vivelapige]

? I could get used to this

Embrace the beauty of life and discover new possibilities. ? I could get used to this.

[ed4wo-study-abroad]

Celebrating the beauty of our mother tongue!📜

[artsy-19]

[maybexavier]

Thinking about English learning methods from TED videos

TEDx Talks 『How to learn any language in six months』 by Chris Lonsdale ★★★☆☆

◉ 2 Myth

Talent "You need special talent to learn a language." Anyone can learn a language without special talent if they use the right method."

Immersion "To master a language, you must be completely immersed in that language environment for a long period of time." It is not enough to simply be exposed to the language for a long period of time. If you study using the right method, you can learn a language in as little as six months.

◉ 5 principles

Focus on language content that is relevant to you. You will learn a language faster if the content is meaningful to you, because you will remember it more easily and have more opportunities to practice it. Learning words and phrases related to topics that interest you will improve your practical communication skills.

Use your language as a tool to communicate from day one. Language is a tool, and skills are developed through real-life communication. By using it without fear of making mistakes, you will gain practical experience and be able to apply what you have learned immediately.

When you understand the message, you will acquire the language subconsciously. When learning a language, it is more effective to understand the whole message rather than individual words. Language is absorbed naturally in a meaningful context, and grammar and vocabulary are often acquired unconsciously.

Physiological training (language is a physical skill). Language pronunciation and intonation are acquired through physical training. It requires practice in using the muscles of the mouth and throat correctly, which will lead to more natural and accurate pronunciation.

Psychophysiological state matters (stay relaxed and open). Being tense inhibits learning and makes language acquisition more difficult. When you study with a relaxed and open mind, your brain absorbs new information more efficiently, which improves your learning efficiency.

◉ 7 actions

Listen a lot. In the first stage of language acquisition, listening a lot helps your ears get used to the language and allows you to naturally absorb the sounds, rhythm, and intonation. Understanding the flow and rhythm of the words helps you develop a sense for the structure of the language.

Get the meaning first, before the words. It is more important to understand the overall message than to memorize each individual word. If you understand the meaning first, the vocabulary and grammar will come naturally later. Learning words in context allows you to learn a language more efficiently.

Start mixing. Language is retained by using it immediately. By freely combining new words and phrases to make sentences, the knowledge you have learned is applied in practice and becomes a usable skill.

Focus on the core. Language has an important "core," and by memorizing frequently used words and phrases, you can communicate efficiently. Rather than trying to memorize the whole thing, it is faster to focus on the basic parts that are useful in daily life.

Get a language parent. Just as children learn language from their parents, receiving support from a trusted native speaker promotes natural language acquisition. A "language parent" speaks to the learner's level and teaches the language in a natural context, making learning more effective.

Copy the face. Pronunciation is also a physical skill that uses the mouth and facial muscles. By imitating the facial expressions and mouth movements of native speakers, you can easily pronounce words accurately and acquire a more natural accent.

Directly connect words to mental images. In language learning, it is more efficient to directly connect words to images and sensations rather than translating them into your native language. This allows you to use the language more naturally and allows for faster understanding and response.

The content of his talk is useful for learning new language. However, his speech is quite faster and there are many examples, which makes it difficult to understand for beginners.

[mischievousmeanings]

Susurrus

Word: Susurrus

Definition:

Noun

1. A soft murmuring or rustling sound; a whisper.

Example Sentence: "As the office meeting dragged on, the susurrus of whispered gossip about the boss’s questionable fashion choices was far more entertaining than the presentation itself."

[andreistudies]

Hello all! I’m looking for new mutuals on langblr! Here from langtwt, so let me introduce myself:

Andrei, he/him, 19

Speak: 🇺🇸🇫🇷

Study at Uni: 🇫🇷🇦🇹🇪🇸🇪🇬(العربية)

Self-Study: 🇵🇹🇮🇹🇮🇸🇷🇺🇧🇬🇮🇷🇨🇳

Casual/Dabbling: 🇬🇷🇩🇰🇹🇷🇰🇷🇻🇳🇭🇰🇮🇳(தமிழ்)

Future Possibilities/Interests: 🇱🇺🇳🇱🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🇦🇩🇵🇱🇸🇰🇧🇾🇭🇺🇹🇿🇯🇵

Like and reblog to be moots! Looking forward to studying and succeeding with you all :)

[fililinadesign]

Little help, the basics

Hellohen,

Lets bring you some pag-ibig.

Okay tara lets do this. When you hit the grounds of the Philippines for the first time or your visiting occasionally and you want to speak Taglish (Tagalog and English) mixed or just the basics of Tagalog. Here are the basics of Tagalog to help you all out.

I gave you some examples for to speak Tagalog, they enjoy that foreigners try to speak their language, so don’t worry with English you can do it perfectly as well there. But one warning some words in Tagalog has another meaning in a language when you travel through the Philippines. Yes it’s not a dialect what they speak, but a language.

-Learning another language is not only learning different words for the same things, but learning another way to think about things- Flora Lewis

[mondlylanguages]

Wonder what Romanians think about the Italian "bau bau". 🤭 How does a dog bark sound in your language? Let us know! 🐶👇

[hobbydeutschde]

⚖️ Test Your German with Our Legal Vocabulary Quiz! 🇩🇪 Interested in law and learning German? Take our informative quiz focused on essential legal terms! Practice translating words, learning the correct articles, and mastering the plural forms. Perfect for anyone looking to improve their German vocabulary in the legal field. Quiz Highlights: Die Anklage (accusation) Die Berufung (appeal) Der Freispruch (acquittal) Die Haft (custody) Die Kaution (bail) Das Recht (law) Das Rechtsmittel (legal remedy) Der Schuldspruch (conviction) Der Strafprozess (criminal trial) Der Verteidiger (defense attorney) Each word is selected to help you understand legal discussions with confidence. Whether you're a law student, a professional, or just curious about legal terminology, this quiz is perfect for you! ✨ Why Take This Quiz? Interactive Learning: Engage with words and phrases actively. Comprehensive Coverage: Practice translation, articles, and plural forms. Law Focused: Learn vocabulary that will be useful in legal contexts. 📚 Ready to get started? Take the quiz now and see how well you know your legal vocabulary! 🌟

[powerthesaurus]

The funny thing about developing a strong vocabulary from reading and writing is that you often get the feel of words without truly knowing their definition. Can I use this word in a sentence correctly? Definitely. Can I explain its precise meaning? Not a chance.

[riverotterzlangblr]

Masons Intro, Bienvenu! Welkom! いらっしゃい！

+ 17 | he/they | native English speaker

+ have been learning French on and off for 2 years and want to get better at pronunciation and grammar. my goals in French is too be more conversational and increase my fluency level this year. <A2>

+ complete beginner at Dutch, I like the way it sounds and I have hopes to move and study to The Netherlands in 2025.

+ I love the sounds in the Japanese and the history of Japan. want to get back into learning again stopped last September due to school.

If you are a Dutch/French/Japanese language learner please reach out I'd love to learn together an keep each other accountable. 🤗

[hebrewbyinbal]

Happy Shishi “Friday”

It’s been a busy week for me and I’m ready for the weekend. Thank you for spending your valuable time visiting Hebrew by Inbal and for the new members of the community I’m grateful you joined!

Wishing all a safe and peaceful weekend. I’ll be here ready to share Hebrew learning.