If I Had to Learn English Again From ZERO (Here’s EXACTLY What I’d Do)

Aug 13, 2025

Discover essential principles for learning English from scratch, including the critical importance of knowing your motivation. Find out how to identify your learning style and the benefits of writing things down to boost retention. Learn about the power of consistency and the best skills to master first. Explore how technology can enhance your learning experience and why consuming content that excites you is key. Get ready for practical insights that make language acquisition both effective and enjoyable!

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ANECDOTE

Thiago’s French Beginner Experience

Thiago started learning French to feel like a beginner again and to gain fresh teaching insights.
He also studies it because it's enjoyable and helps him create better content for his channel.

ADVICE

Choose A Personal “Why”

Know your personal reason for learning English so you stay motivated during setbacks.
Choose a deeply personal why rather than only practical reasons like work.

ADVICE

Identify Your Learner Type

Decide whether you are a hardcore, average, or casual learner to set realistic study intensity.
Use that classification to plan how many hours and how much energy to commit.

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If I Had to Learn English Again From ZERO (Here’s EXACTLY What I’d Do)Struggling to make progress with your English? 🤔 What if you could start all over again and build a solid foundation for fluency? In this video, join Thiago as he shares 10 core principles he would follow if he had to learn English from scratch. These are the same principles he's applying to his new French learning journey!Whether you're a hardcore learner with an urgent goal, a casual learner who enjoys language as a hobby, or somewhere in between, these principles will help you build a more effective and enjoyable learning experience.We'll cover:✅ The importance of knowing your "why"✅ Determining your learner type (hardcore, average, or casual)✅ The power of consistency✅ The absolute first skill you should master✅ How to leverage technology (with a special mention)✅ The benefits of writing things down longhand✅ Consuming content you genuinely care about✅ A simple approach to grammar and pronunciation✅ And the most important principle of all: enjoying the process!Don't miss out on these essential tips that can transform your English learning journey. Watch now and take your first step toward confident communication!---**Connect with me:**Subscribe for more English learning tips!https://www.youtube.com/@teacher.thiagoalencar?sub_confirmation=1Follow me on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/teacher.thiagoalencar/Listen to the podcast on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/0byP5czyVC59BnRRCgDHMi?si=a16fdb6100754aaaListen to the podcast on Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/english-with-thiago/id1739395309---#EnglishLearning #LearnEnglish #EnglishTips #EnglishFluency #LanguageLearning #ESL #EnglishPronunciation #Grammar #StudyEnglish #Busuu