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How Long Does It Take You To Learn A Language?
lizbeth19hph replied to brookie's topic in Language Learning
Learning another language should be continuous if one wants to really improve on his level like for instance learning English. The ability to learn the language fast and effectively for non-native English speakers depends on the individual himself and there is no definite time duration before one can say he is already fluent. -
In our country, children start learning our second language English between the ages of 4-5 yrs. old in preschool. We are exposed to the English language and we often speak either straight English or a mixture of our native language and English so we can easily learn and understand it.
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Do you ever forget some words in your native language?
lizbeth19hph replied to Qamra's topic in Language Learning
Yes, there are instances wherein I do forget some words in my native tongue and some words I am not that familiar with, too. Native words which have deeper meaning and are not used in conversations are forgotten once in a while. -
The art of attentive listening is essential in obtaining good communication. Yes, I am a good listener first and foremost and not much of a talker. I am better in written form than in verbal being a writer by profession. We can learn more by being observant and practicing careful listening.
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Does your language determine how much money you make?
lizbeth19hph replied to True2marie's topic in Language Learning
I don't see any logical relationship between one's language and his earning capacity. One's hard work pays off no matter what language he speaks. If we base how much money one makes depending on his ethnicity or how many languages he knows, it's another kind of discrimination. Well, that's just my humble opinion. -
How often do you dream in another language?
lizbeth19hph replied to True2marie's topic in Language Learning
I remembered having a dream which was in English, my second language but it was just a rare occasion. It would be lovely to have a dream in French or in Portuguese though or in British English. -
Using Foreign Language To Conceal What You Are Saying
lizbeth19hph replied to sidney's topic in Language Learning
Yes, it is quite a privilege for one to have learned another language but making a fool out of someone by speaking the language to his face that he cannot even understand is I think not appropriate. What if the tables turned on you and someone did the same thing to you? -
Which languages have the most speakers?
lizbeth19hph replied to True2marie's topic in Language Learning
English, being the universal language has the most speakers across the globe. French also I think and yes, Spanish. -
"Could care less" or "Couldn't care less"?
lizbeth19hph replied to SpiralArchitect's topic in English Grammar
"Couldn't care less" is grammatically correct and it should be the one used for proper English usage. "Could care less" would be acceptable maybe in an informal setting but not formal speaking or writing. -
The world's most difficult language // Your opinion
lizbeth19hph replied to linguaholic's topic in Language Learning
My Korean students told me they find it more difficult to learn Chinese than studying English because of the characters and different expressions used for adults and then another set for younger ones. I guess the difficulty lies in how one perceives about the language he is learning, too. -
Telepathic powers I believe is one of the highest form of communication not all people possess. Since it it used to transmit an unspoken message through the mind, it is also a kind of language in one of the highest form.
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Can you lose a language you haven't spoken in a while?
lizbeth19hph replied to True2marie's topic in Language Learning
If you haven't spoken a language for quite a while which can mean not being able to use it in years, you may have difficulty speaking it again but I believe you will not truly lose it. Your native tongue will always stick with you no matter where in the world you roam. I don't believe those who have immigrated in another country for just 3 yrs. and yet they claim they have totally forgotten how to speak their mother language. -
Specifically what do you mean by "reading alone"? Do you mean learning a new language by just focusing on your reading skills?If you mean it that way, my reply would be: All areas reading, writing, speaking and listening skills must all be developed when learning a new language. Each skill compliments the other skills.
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Pen Pals - A great way to learn a new language!
lizbeth19hph replied to RomanAnthonysMama's topic in Language Learning
I think speaking with foreign friends help an individual learn a new language but the effectiveness lies in himself if he really wants to learn fast and develop his language skills. Talking with a foreigner will give one opportunities to learn more expressions used in the language. -
I used to do the sms thing which are really short, short messages but now I have gone back to typing the whole words when I send a text. I also find it annoying to receive or read sms which you cannot really make out of for they seem to appear more likes codes or something.
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I believe even though one is quite fluent in a certain language, one can still feel conscious of the way he speaks in front of other people. I do care about what others think about the way I talk but not to the extent of losing my self-esteem or confidence. I just think that all of us have flaws and nobody is too perfect in any way whether one is fluent in a language or not.
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It used to be one of my favorite exercises in my English subject way back in high school. It can be tough yes, if you're going to diagram phrases or compound sentences containing separate phrases. As what the others here have commented, it is better if you provide us a sample of what phrase you have difficulty diagramming with.