How to Learn a Language

Wondering what the easiest and quickest languages for English speakers to learn are? In this video, I break down three groups: linguistically easy languages like Frisian, French, Dutch, and Scandinavian; constructed languages such as Esperanto, Toki Pona, and Interlingua; and English-influenced languages like Scots and Tok Pisin. I share why ease on paper doesn’t always mean the best choice, the importance of motivation, and practical considerations for your language journey. Plus, I offer my Ultimate Language Resource List to help you get started with any language, no matter the difficulty.---**GET STARTED FOR FREE**🎁 Free Video Training - How to Finally Learn That Language: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/freevideo 🎁 Free Ultimate Language Resource List: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/list---**WORK WITH LINDSAY**💛 Language Life - Speak fearlessly, trust your language gut & master your process: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/ll💬 Speak 28x28 Challenge - 4 weeks to speaking confidence. Any language, any level: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/speak🎲 Promptly - Get fun prompts & challenges to keep practicing daily: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/prom...📺 Watch & Learn - Master language study through my bingeable video course: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/watc...📒 Learner Planner - Plan & track your language goals like a pro: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/lear...🎶 Music Maestro - Learn languages with music & lyrics: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/music🔡 Vibrant Vocab - Finally build a vocabulary that sticks: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/vocab🎨 100 Creative Ideas for Language Learners - Beat boredom & stay consistent: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/100c...🥳 Successful Self-Study - Build habits that make language learning last: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/sss---**TIMESTAMPS** 0:00 – Intro0:12 – Free Language Resource List0:25 – What makes a language “easy”?0:32 – Languages closest to English1:41 – The big “but” with easy languages3:32 – Conlangs (Esperanto, Toki Pona, etc.)5:35 – English-influenced languages (Scots, Creoles, Pidgins)6:55 – So… what is the easiest language?7:24 – Questions to ask before starting a new language9:27 – What’s coming next in the series9:39 – Resource List reminder9:57 – Outro---**ABOUT ME**🌍 Hi! I’m Lindsay - MA in Applied Linguistics, lifelong language learner & global citizen. I help ambitious people around the world learn languages their way - so they can move abroad, connect with family, or simply spark a new hobby. My mission? Make language learning fun, flexible, and functional for your life.---**JOIN THE COMMUNITY**💌 Language Sparks Emails - Get fresh tips & motivation multiple times a week: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/emailme🎧 Listen to the podcast: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/podc...👩‍💻 Read the blog for curated language learning advice: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/---**LET’S CONNECT**💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindsaydoeslanguages/📌 Pinterest: https://uk.pinterest.com/ldlanguages/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lindsaydoeslanguages/---#languagelearning #learnalanguage

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Today I’m sharing all about the Speak 28x28 Challenge, a 28-day language challenge perfect for December. With daily videos and prompts plus unlimited 1:1 async support from me throughout the month, you can treat it like a language advent calendar and build your speaking confidence before 2026. This challenge helps you develop a Solo Speaking Habit so you can practice speaking without pressure and stop freezing up when talking to others. The Black Friday bonus of unlimited support is only available for a limited time right here: lindsaydoeslanguages.com/blackfriday ---**GET STARTED FOR FREE**🎁 Free Video Training - How to Finally Learn That Language: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/freevideo 🎁 Free Ultimate Language Resource List: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/list---**WORK WITH LINDSAY**💛 Language Life - Speak fearlessly, trust your language gut & master your process: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/ll💬 Speak 28x28 Challenge - 4 weeks to speaking confidence. Any language, any level: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/speak🎲 Promptly - Get fun prompts & challenges to keep practicing daily: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/prom...📺 Watch & Learn - Master language study through my bingeable video course: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/watc...📒 Learner Planner - Plan & track your language goals like a pro: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/lear...🎶 Music Maestro - Learn languages with music & lyrics: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/music🔡 Vibrant Vocab - Finally build a vocabulary that sticks: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/vocab🎨 100 Creative Ideas for Language Learners - Beat boredom & stay consistent: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/100c...🥳 Successful Self-Study - Build habits that make language learning last: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/sss---**JOIN THE COMMUNITY**💌 Language Sparks Emails - Get fresh tips & motivation multiple times a week: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/emailme🎥 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LindsayDowLanguages👩‍💻 Read the blog for curated language learning advice: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/---**LET’S CONNECT**💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindsaydoeslanguages/📍 Pinterest: https://uk.pinterest.com/ldlanguages/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lindsaydoeslanguages/---🗣 languagelearning #learnalanguage #polyglot #personaldevelopment #moveabroad #connectwithheritage #getfluent

Black Friday Bonus time! In this episode, I share how Language Life helps you build fearless speaking confidence, trust your language instincts, and master your own language learning process without extra stuff or rigid plans. Join now for a Black Friday bonus 3-hour 1:1 New Year Planning Session to kickstart 2026 with clarity and motivation: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/blackfriday ---**GET STARTED FOR FREE**🎁 Free Video Training - How to Finally Learn That Language: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/freevideo 🎁 Free Ultimate Language Resource List: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/list---**WORK WITH LINDSAY**💛 Language Life - Speak fearlessly, trust your language gut & master your process: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/ll💬 Speak 28x28 Challenge - 4 weeks to speaking confidence. Any language, any level: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/speak🎲 Promptly - Get fun prompts & challenges to keep practicing daily: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/prom...📺 Watch & Learn - Master language study through my bingeable video course: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/watc...📒 Learner Planner - Plan & track your language goals like a pro: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/lear...🎶 Music Maestro - Learn languages with music & lyrics: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/music🔡 Vibrant Vocab - Finally build a vocabulary that sticks: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/vocab🎨 100 Creative Ideas for Language Learners - Beat boredom & stay consistent: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/100c...🥳 Successful Self-Study - Build habits that make language learning last: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/sss---**JOIN THE COMMUNITY**💌 Language Sparks Emails - Get fresh tips & motivation multiple times a week: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/emailme🎥 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LindsayDowLanguages👩‍💻 Read the blog for curated language learning advice: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/---**LET’S CONNECT**💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindsaydoeslanguages/📍 Pinterest: https://uk.pinterest.com/ldlanguages/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lindsaydoeslanguages/---🗣 languagelearning #learnalanguage #polyglot #personaldevelopment #moveabroad #connectwithheritage #getfluent

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Today I’m sharing three simple mindset shifts that can transform how you approach language learning. We don't need to wait for a blank canvas to make changes to how we learn languages. Start with a simple mindset shift instead for steady improvements that don't overwhelm you.---**GET STARTED FOR FREE**🎁 Free Video Training - How to Finally Learn That Language: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/freevideo 🎁 Free Ultimate Language Resource List: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/list---**WORK WITH LINDSAY**💛 Language Life - Speak fearlessly, trust your language gut & master your process: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/ll💬 Speak 28x28 Challenge - 4 weeks to speaking confidence. Any language, any level: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/speak🎲 Promptly - Get fun prompts & challenges to keep practicing daily: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/prom...📺 Watch & Learn - Master language study through my bingeable video course: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/watc...📒 Learner Planner - Plan & track your language goals like a pro: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/lear...🎶 Music Maestro - Learn languages with music & lyrics: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/music🔡 Vibrant Vocab - Finally build a vocabulary that sticks: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/vocab🎨 100 Creative Ideas for Language Learners - Beat boredom & stay consistent: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/100c...🥳 Successful Self-Study - Build habits that make language learning last: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/sss---**TIMESTAMPS** 00:00 – Introduction00:36 – Mindset Shift #1: Consistency doesn’t mean perfection05:18 – Mindset Shift #2: Practice can be playful09:15 – Mindset Shift #3: You don’t have to earn speaking13:55 – Outro---**JOIN THE COMMUNITY**💌 Language Sparks Emails - Get fresh tips & motivation multiple times a week: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/emailme🎥 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LindsayDowLanguages👩‍💻 Read the blog for curated language learning advice: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/---**LET’S CONNECT**💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindsaydoeslanguages/📍 Pinterest: https://uk.pinterest.com/ldlanguages/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lindsaydoeslanguages/---🗣 languagelearning #learnalanguage #polyglot #personaldevelopment #moveabroad #connectwithheritage #getfluent

Learn 10 essential Chilean Spanish words with Marco from Latin ELE. Discover unique local expressions like "weón," "luca," "fome," and "bacán," plus tips on Chilean pronunciation and useful phrases to help you feel confident when visiting Chile. Stay until the end for a special free gift from Marco!Get Marco's free gift: https://www.latinele.com/adventurescompanion ---**GET STARTED FOR FREE**🎁 Free Video Training - How to Finally Learn That Language: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/freevideo 🎁 Free Ultimate Language Resource List: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/list---**WORK WITH LINDSAY**💛 Language Life - Speak fearlessly, trust your language gut & master your process: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/ll💬 Speak 28x28 Challenge - 4 weeks to speaking confidence. Any language, any level: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/speak🎲 Promptly - Get fun prompts & challenges to keep practicing daily: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/prom...📺 Watch & Learn - Master language study through my bingeable video course: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/watc...📒 Learner Planner - Plan & track your language goals like a pro: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/lear...🎶 Music Maestro - Learn languages with music & lyrics: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/music🔡 Vibrant Vocab - Finally build a vocabulary that sticks: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/vocab🎨 100 Creative Ideas for Language Learners - Beat boredom & stay consistent: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/100c...🥳 Successful Self-Study - Build habits that make language learning last: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/sss---**TIMESTAMPS** 00:00 🎙️ Intro 02:00 Introduction of Marco and Chilean Spanish 03:00 Chilean pronunciation and aspiration of "s" 05:00 Use of "vos" conjugation in Chile 07:00 Word 1: "weón" – casual address 10:00 Word 2: "luca" – a thousand pesos 13:00 Word 3: "cancelar" – how to pay 16:00 Word 4: "fome" – boring or unfortunate 18:00 Word 5: "bacán" – cool 21:00 Word 6: "cachai" – do you understand? 22:00 Word 7: "po" – emphasis marker 25:00 Food-related words: "ají," "palta," "maní," "frutilla" 30:00 Closing and free gift offer ---**RELATED VIDEOS**10 Guaraní Words Every Traveller Needs for Paraguay: https://youtu.be/7GXzRomdUoM9 Must-Watch Films for Spanish Learners: https://youtu.be/GJwj2537WTQ9 Signs Your Vocab Routine Isn't Working (& How to Fix It): https://youtu.be/MzvO9Ym1ook---**ABOUT ME**🌍 Hi! I’m Lindsay - MA in Applied Linguistics, lifelong language learner & global citizen. I help ambitious people around the world learn languages their way - so they can move abroad, connect with family, or simply spark a new hobby. My mission? Make language learning fun, flexible, and functional for your life.---**JOIN THE COMMUNITY**💌 Language Sparks Emails - Get fresh tips & motivation multiple times a week: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/emailme🎧 Listen to the podcast: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/podc...👩‍💻 Read the blog for curated language learning advice: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/---**LET’S CONNECT**💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindsaydoeslanguages/📌 Pinterest: https://uk.pinterest.com/ldlanguages/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lindsaydoeslanguages/---#languagelearning #learnalanguage

Learning a language in the age of AI is still incredibly valuable. It increases your tolerance by helping you understand yourself and others better, boosts your confidence by encouraging you to speak and make mistakes, and develops transferable skills like patience and discipline that benefit all areas of life. Plus, language learning acts as a brain gym, providing mental exercise that supports memory and problem-solving. AI tools can support your practice, especially solo speaking habits, but they don’t replace the deep human connection and personal growth that come from learning a language yourself.---📆 Sign up for the free webinar with AI Language Club: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/webinar🤖 Learn more about AI Language Club: https://www.lindsaydoeslanguages.com/ailanguageclub?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=affiliate_ai_language_club_271025&utm_content=video_description **GET STARTED FOR FREE**🎁 Free Video Training - How to Finally Learn That Language: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/freevideo 🎁 Free Ultimate Language Resource List: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/list---**WORK WITH LINDSAY**💛 Language Life - Speak fearlessly, trust your language gut & master your process: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/ll💬 Speak 28x28 Challenge - 4 weeks to speaking confidence. Any language, any level: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/speak🎲 Promptly - Get fun prompts & challenges to keep practicing daily: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/prom...📺 Watch & Learn - Master language study through my bingeable video course: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/watc...📒 Learner Planner - Plan & track your language goals like a pro: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/lear...🎶 Music Maestro - Learn languages with music & lyrics: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/music🔡 Vibrant Vocab - Finally build a vocabulary that sticks: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/vocab🎨 100 Creative Ideas for Language Learners - Beat boredom & stay consistent: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/100c...🥳 Successful Self-Study - Build habits that make language learning last: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/sss---**TIMESTAMPS** 00:00 Intro 01:00 Learning languages increases tolerance 02:00 Reducing fear of the unknown through language 03:00 Building confidence by embracing mistakes 04:00 Developing a solo speaking habit 05:00 Using AI tools to support speaking practice 06:00 Language learning builds transferable skills 07:00 Applying skills from language learning to life and vice versa 08:00 Language learning as brain exercise 09:00 AI as a tool, not a replacement for language learning 10:00 Webinar announcement and closing ---**ABOUT ME**🌍 Hi! I’m Lindsay - MA in Applied Linguistics, lifelong language learner & global citizen. I help ambitious people around the world learn languages their way - so they can move abroad, connect with family, or simply spark a new hobby. My mission? Make language learning fun, flexible, and functional for your life.---**JOIN THE COMMUNITY**💌 Language Sparks Emails - Get fresh tips & motivation multiple times a week: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/emailme🎧 Listen to the podcast: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/podc...👩‍💻 Read the blog for curated language learning advice: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/---**LET’S CONNECT**💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindsaydoeslanguages/📌 Pinterest: https://uk.pinterest.com/ldlanguages/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lindsaydoeslanguages/---#languagelearning #learnalanguage

Can you really travel the world using only English? While English is helpful, its global variations can complicate communication. Discover how learning a few local phrases can transform your experiences, from ordering food in Japan to connecting at festivals in Sri Lanka. You'll find respect and richer interactions when you embrace local languages. It’s not just about necessity; it’s about making your journey more meaningful. Plus, explore quick resources to kickstart your language learning for travel!

In this episode, I address the common worry of not learning a language the right way. I explain how Language Life helps you speak fearlessly by trusting your own learning process without perfectionism or one-size-fits-all methods.Language Life includes a bonus of two 1:1 VIP Half-Days until 14.10.25! Get started here: ⁠https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/ll⁠ ---**GET STARTED FOR FREE**🎁 Free Video Training - How to Finally Learn That Language: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/freevideo 🎁 Free Ultimate Language Resource List: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/list---**WORK WITH LINDSAY**💛 Language Life - Speak fearlessly, trust your language gut & master your process: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/ll💬 Speak 28x28 Challenge - 4 weeks to speaking confidence. Any language, any level: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/speak🎲 Promptly - Get fun prompts & challenges to keep practicing daily: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/prom...📺 Watch & Learn - Master language study through my bingeable video course: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/watc...📒 Learner Planner - Plan & track your language goals like a pro: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/lear...🎶 Music Maestro - Learn languages with music & lyrics: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/music🔡 Vibrant Vocab - Finally build a vocabulary that sticks: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/vocab🎨 100 Creative Ideas for Language Learners - Beat boredom & stay consistent: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/100c...🥳 Successful Self-Study - Build habits that make language learning last: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/sss---**JOIN THE COMMUNITY**💌 Language Sparks Emails - Get fresh tips & motivation multiple times a week: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/emailme🎥 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LindsayDowLanguages👩‍💻 Read the blog for curated language learning advice: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/---**LET’S CONNECT**💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindsaydoeslanguages/📍 Pinterest: https://uk.pinterest.com/ldlanguages/📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lindsaydoeslanguages/---🗣 languagelearning #learnalanguage #polyglot #personaldevelopment #moveabroad #connectwithheritage #getfluent