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Learning English
@valeria
327. How to understand Fast English (plus a quiz!)

Improving Listening Skills in English: Understanding Connection and Prosody

3min
AI Key Takeaways
  • Words in English are connected and grouped in thought units, which can make it challenging for listeners to perceive them clearly
  • Listening involves focusing on and making sense of what you hear, rather than passively hearing everything
  • To improve your ability to understand spoken English, expose yourself to a variety of spoken media and learn and practice pronunciation and prosody, including reductions and stress patterns
@MyFluentPodcast
Writing is often underrated when it comes to learning English. Antonello from Italy is the living proof that you can master English (mainly) thanks to writing a lot.
One of the Most Motivated Learners I've Ever Met, Antonello Zanini, Shares How He Improved His Writing

How does Writing Articles Help you Become Better in English?

2min
AI Key Takeaways
  • Regular writing in English on platforms like Medium can significantly improve writing and language skills.
  • Writing longer articles on Medium helps in understanding the structure of the English language.
  • Practicing writing in English can make it easier to convey messages in English than in one's native language.
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@ronman
324. Q&A: You asked, I answered! Answering my audience’s questions

Is Watching English TV Shows Really Useful for Improving Your Language Skills?

2min
AI Key Takeaways
  • Watching TV shows and movies in English can be useful for improving English.
  • Passive consumption may be easier but may not lead to desired improvement in language skills.
@doducnhan
#334 Is Learning Grammar Boring to You?... Here's How I Learn It (And Why I Simply LOVE IT!)

How to Learn Grammar

4min
AI Key Takeaways
@doducnhan
Learn Grammar With The English Grammar Detective: Paul Duke (Part 2)

The problem with grammar and why it's not just about right or wrong

5min
AI Key Takeaways
  • Students often fixate on the idea of right or wrong grammar, due in part to reinforcement in textbooks. However, grammar is more about conveying meaning than using specific rules. It's important to prioritize meaning over rules when communicating effectively.
@MyFluentPodcast
Cara is making many good points there. I personally love listening to interview style podcasts such as the Lex Fridman podcast. That way, I get used to sort of colloquial speech.
129 Movie Club - Learning English With Movies ft. Cara Leopold [PART 1]

The Importance of Listening to Unscripted Dialogue for English Learners: TED Talk is not spontanious

3min
AI Key Takeaways
@doducnhan
English Listening - 2 Language Learning Keys

The Number One Key to Language Learning Is Exposure

4min
AI Key Takeaways
@MyFluentPodcast
What is your opinion on this topic? Share it in the comments. Cheers, Daniel.
127 Native Speakers are Overrated - Reading has Helped Christina Learn 10 Foreign Languages so Far

Can You Only Get Better by Talking to Native Speakers?

1min
AI Key Takeaways
  • Absorbing language automatically by talking with native speakers is a myth
  • To reach native speaker level, one must consciously learn the rules
  • Kids learn language through constant correction and teaching
@MyFluentPodcast
Dear language learner. What is your opinion or experience with Anki? Write it in the comments. Cheers, Daniel.
131 3000 Hours of Immersion - Language Immersion Method - India from Ireland

Should We Use Anki for Vocabulary Learning? Or is it a Waste of Learning Time?

3min
AI Key Takeaways
@zimo
How to solve the education crisis for boys and men | Richard Reeves

Gender Inequality: Boys Falling Behind

2min
AI Key Takeaways
@MyFluentPodcast
I will take this advie to heart bedause I have always been too serious about those things... I mean really serious...
Tips and advice for the Cambridge B2 First, C1 Advanced and C2 Proficiency Speaking tests - AIRC483

Tips for Speaking Tests: Smile, Relax, and Open Up

1min
AI Key Takeaways
@arealclimber
Rewarding Kindness with Jimmy Darts

Finding Optimism and Infinite Mindset (contextualize)

2min
AI Key Takeaways
@MyFluentPodcast
A great anology.
850. Any Language You Want 📖 with Fabio Cerpelloni

The Connection between Making Music and Speaking a Language

1min
AI Key Takeaways
@MyFluentPodcast
Dictionary editors had to think twice which word to put int a written dictionary because the new word had to be that relevant so that lt would withstand the next 10 years (as being relevant).
Getting A Word Into The Dictionary

The inclusion of 'dot com' in the American Heritage College dictionary.

36sec
AI Key Takeaways
@MyFluentPodcast
Christina from Germany is the living proof that you can learn English to a very high level without the help of English native speakers. Kudos to her! I can learn a lot from her. What do you think?
127 Native Speakers are Overrated - Reading has Helped Christina Learn 10 Foreign Languages so Far

Native Speakers Are Overrated

4min
AI Key Takeaways
@MyFluentPodcast
When did you start your English learning journey?
123 Nyssa from Italy - for the love of English learning and teaching English

Learning English as an Adult

2min
AI Key Takeaways
  • The speaker had initially given up on learning English because they did not study it in school, but thanks to their son they were inspired to learn from elementary school books
  • Many countries, including Italy, focus heavily on grammar and rules in English classes instead of practicing conversation, which can hinder language acquisition
  • The speaker started to learn English academically and through listening to improve their skills
@MyFluentPodcast
Be who you are, even in your target language! #mindset #languagelearning
Be Gentle on Yourself: Learning Advice From a US Army Veteran

Find Your Own Voice.

3min
AI Key Takeaways
@josson
perfect
11/06/2022: Social Media, The Migrant Crisis, Prepping for Disaster

America's Angry Moment

22sec
AI Key Takeaways
@yuuuuuulemon
#327 How to Talk About Your Travel Stories, Experience at Hotel: Expectation vs. Reality, and When Monkeys Invade Your House

Helping English Learners Cultivate Courage, Confidence, and Communication Skills

25sec
AI Key Takeaways
  • The Real Life English Podcast aims to help dedicated English learners cultivate courage, confidence, and skills necessary to communicate effectively with people worldwide.
  • The podcast offers a chance to understand native English and encourages listeners to become global adventurers.
@MyFluentPodcast
Learning with movies and series is great but it requires a very high level or good preparation. What do you think?
129 Movie Club - Learning English With Movies ft. Cara Leopold [PART 1]

Misconceptions about Using Movies to Learn a Language

2min
AI Key Takeaways