You Can Learn Chinese
The Frustrated Learner and the Sound of Progress
Apr 13, 2024
Hosts Jared and John discuss frustrations of a learner, challenges with Chinese pinyin sounds, importance of immersion for comprehension, balancing curiosity with basics in language learning, mastering fundamentals for success, effective learning strategies, seeking advice in character play, and a lighthearted discussion on a solar eclipse experience.
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- Linking Chinese sounds with pinyin crucial for progress in learning Chinese.
- Importance of comprehensible input to enhance language learning and avoid frustration.
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Struggling with Language Learning Frustration
Jim, an older learner married to a Chinese woman, felt frustrated with his lack of progress in learning Chinese. His struggles mainly stemmed from difficulty in linking Chinese sounds with pinyin due to his visual learning style. The disconnect between Chinese sounds and pinyin led to significant frustration. To overcome this, Jim needed to spend more time listening while reading pinyin to strengthen the connection.
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