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Learn Languages with Steve Kaufmann

I’ve learned 20 languages: what keeps me going?

Jun 27, 2024
Exploring the role of language input in learning, the speaker reflects on their multilingual journey, from French and Spanish to Slavic and neighboring Asian languages. They discuss historical and cultural ties among languages like Russian, Czech, and Ukrainian, emphasizing the importance of forming connections in language acquisition.
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Quick takeaways

  • Language acquisition relies on various connections: linguistic, emotional, neural.
  • Effort, repetition, and exposure are essential in mastering different languages despite shared elements.

Deep dives

Language Acquisition Through Connections

The process of language acquisition is described as a natural process that occurs through connecting with the language content. Personal experiences of learning French, Spanish, and Italian showcase the importance of connections in acquiring languages. Transition from one language to another, such as from French to Spanish, demonstrates how exposure and engagement create vital linkages for language learning.

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