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Is English the easiest language ever?
FosterTXT replied to Gelsemium's topic in English Language | Discussion
I agree with the OP 100 percent. English is one of the easiest languages to learn simply because ae are surrounded by it. It doesn't really matter where you are in the world, you are more than likely to come across English in your everyday life. -
Learning a language on a course or with private tutor?
FosterTXT replied to falcon001's topic in Language Learning
I personally prefer learning a new language at my own pace. Although I will admit that a tutor would probably help a lot. I still would prefer to learn by myself though as I won't feel rushed and I also won't have to spend any money. -
Have you ever considered learning sign language for the deaf?
FosterTXT replied to Firelily99's topic in Language Learning
Learning sign language has always crossed my mind, but for whatever reason I just haven't committed from actually learning it. I took a small after school course when I was in high school, but that only lasted 2 weeks so I was really able to learn sign language in its entirety. -
Which English words do you have trouble spelling?
FosterTXT replied to a topic in English Language | Discussion
The English word that I always have a bit of trouble spelling is the word experience. For whatever reason I always forget how to spell it. Even just now I had to use spellcheck lol. I don't use the word "experience" that much so maybe that is why I always forget how to spell it. -
Rosa is right. I will try to give a couple of more example for you. Examples for when to use "Whether" "I don't know whether to wear my shoes or my boots." "Whether you like it or not, you have to go to school." Examples for when to use "If" "I am not sure if I can do that." "If you go to the concert, you will have to take your little brother."
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Why Spanish is a Language worth learning?
FosterTXT replied to betita03's topic in Spanish Language | Discussion
This thread just gave a little bit more motivation to learn Spanish. I have been teaching my self a little Spanish everyday for the past few months and I haven't really made to much progress. I think it is time to put my Spanish lessons into overdrive. -
I always had trouble with this word when I was growing up. I actually use to spell it "definately" until I found out that was the wrong way to spell it. Even to this day when I use the word "Definitely" I double check that I spelled it right.
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What's your main weakness in spanish?
FosterTXT replied to Trellum's topic in Spanish Language | Discussion
When it comes to Spanish, my pronunciation is my weakest point. Sometimes I have a bit of a hard time pronouncing some Spanish words correctly simply because they require a certain dialect and technique. I have been getting better though, with a bit more practice I am sure that I will be ok. -
This is interesting. What kind of information does this test require? I am more than willing to help out but I am unsure if this is some sort of virus or something.
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Like a lot of people on this thread, I have never really lot put that much thought into this sort of thing. I would probably say the table is set on the floor. I also don't see any problem with saying the table stands on the floor.
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I was also taught cursive when I was in school. I recently just found out that my younger brother doesn't even know cursive and that the school he goes to doesn't even teach cursive to the students. I found this a bit odd as I think cursive is something everyone should learn.
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What are your thoughts on google translate?
FosterTXT replied to Cutler4Life's topic in Translations (Theory & Practice)
Like I have mentioned before in similar threads, I try to stay away from Google translate. I have noticed that it isn't very accurate at translating some Spanish words. I'll stick with a Spanish to English dictionary for now as Spanish is the language that I am most interested in at the moment. -
I personally try not to use Google Translate that much. I have found that it isn't very accurate at translating some Spanish words. I have a Spanish to English dictionary that I bought a couple of months back and it is working wonders for me. It even has some pictures that help me remember words a little better.
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To be honest, I have been so focused on learning one language that I have never even though about learning any others. If I had to pick 5 these would be it: French German Italian Russian Chinese It will take me a lifetime to learn all those.
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I also agree that nothing beats living in the actual country that speaks the language you are trying to learn, but you can get pretty close to learning a language without actually having to go to another country. The best thing to do is be diligent.
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I don't have any old aid's but I really wish I did. When I was in junior high we had some flash cards that we would use to help us learn Spanish, they were fun to use and they actually worked. It would be nice to have them now just to look over them when I can't get on the internet.
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What were some of your favorite childhood storybooks?
FosterTXT replied to Azurix's topic in English Literature
My favorite childhood books are those of the Harry Potter series. I realize they aren't exactly children's books, they were what I read when I was a kid. I remember being so into all of the Harry Potter books, I would read them everyday. -
What do you think about having a degree in English Literature?
FosterTXT replied to g2narat's topic in English Literature
I don't think any college degree is worthless. Even if it is useless who cares, she's Emma Watson. I think people are bashing her just because they are jealous that she's famous. -
Why Exactly Do You Seek To Learn A Foreign Language.
FosterTXT replied to Lin's topic in Language Learning
Like I have said in other threads before, I decide to start learning Spanish because my grandfather doesn't speak a word of English or any other language at that. He is a very wise and thoughtful man so I would really like to share a few conversations with him before it is too late. -
Personally , I am not willing to spend a single dime for information that helps me learn a language, simply because there are plenty of free and useful tools that are available for free all over the internet. I don't think anyone should spend money on any type of information, especially with the internet being so helpful and useful.
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That is a reLly neat and useful app that you have built there, I will definitely have to give it a shot really soon. It would be cool if you added an option for users to add words, that way the app can grow much faster. Of course you should verify the words submitted by users is accurate.
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How long does it take to learn a new language?
FosterTXT replied to simply934's topic in Language Learning
The rate at which you learn a language is based on the difficult of that language and how much time you put in to actually learn that language. There are plenty of languages out there and some are harder then others to learn.