How to Learn a Language

Lindsay Dow
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Feb 25, 2025 • 13min

9 Must-Watch Films for Spanish Learners

Looking for the best films to learn Spanish? In this video, I share 9 must-watch films for Spanish learners that will boost your language skills while keeping you entertained! Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction to Spanish-language films 01:13 - Film #1: Bad Education02:54 - Film #2: Rec03:34 - Film #3: Rotting in the Sun04:17 - Film #4: Language Lessons05:15 - Film #5: Roma06:00 - Film #6: The Orphanage06:36 - Film #7: María Full of Grace08:14 - Film #8: The Heiress09:44 - Film #9: Lopez StreetThese films will not only improve your vocabulary but also deepen your understanding of Spanish-speaking cultures.Here's the best ways to stay in the loop:💛 Join Language Life to become fluent in any language on demand: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/ll📺 Join Watch & Learn: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/watchandlearn💌 Join my email list for my Language Sparks emails straight to your inbox multiple times a week: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/emailme👩‍💻 Read the blog for curated language learning advice: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/#languagelearning #learnalanguage #personaldevelopment #LearnSpanish #SpanishFilms #LanguageLearning
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Feb 16, 2025 • 21min

9 Signs Your Vocab Routine Isn't Working (& How to Fix It)

🚀 Struggling to remember new vocabulary? If your vocab routine isn’t working, you might be making some common mistakes! In this episode, I’ll share 9 signs your vocabulary practice is failing—and, more importantly, how to fix them to boost your language learning.Whether you're learning Spanish, French, Japanese, or any language, these tips will help you improve your memory, make words stick, and enjoy learning more!🔹 Timestamps:0:00 Intro0:51 Sign #1 – You don't remember words3:09 Sign #2 – You're bored!4:38 Sign #3 - You put off review7:21 Sign #4 - You put off learning new vocab9:19 Sign #5 - The effort doesn't equal the reward10:44 Sign #6 - You can't take a break12:11 Sign #7 - You talk yourself down14:08 Sign #8 - You have nothing to say in conversation16:03 Sign #9 - You don't understand others💡 Want more language learning tips? Subscribe for new episodes every week!Get the free Essential Vocab List here: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/vocablistJoin Vibrant Vocab here: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/vocabHere's the best ways to stay in the loop:💛 Join Language Life to become fluent in any language on demand: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/ll💌 Join my email list for my Language Sparks emails straight to your inbox multiple times a week: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/emailme👩‍💻 Read the blog for curated language learning advice: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/#languagelearning #learnalanguage #personaldevelopment
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Feb 2, 2025 • 57min

Portuguese Pronunciation 101: Everything You Need to Know to Speak Better (with Portuguesepedia)

Portuguese pronunciation will be much easier when Pedro has explained everything for you! Here's everything you need to know to speak better in European Portuguese. Portuguesepedia: https://portuguesepedia.com/ Lessons on Portuguesepedia on pronunciation: https://portuguesepedia.com/?s=pronunciation&ct_post_type=post%3Areads%3Acourses%3Adips%3Alisten%3Alessons Here's the best ways to stay in the loop: 💛 Join Language Life to become fluent in any language on demand: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/ll 🌈 Join Dabblers' Den to learn a language every month with me: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/dabblersden 💌 Join my email list for my Language Sparks emails straight to your inbox multiple times a week: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/emailme 👩‍💻 Read the blog for curated language learning advice: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/ #languagelearning #learnalanguage #personaldevelopment
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Jan 28, 2025 • 1h 2min

How to Really Learn Languages with VR

Katie Pascoe, founder of Dynamic Languages, creates immersive VR experiences that revolutionize language learning. She shares her journey from traditional education to utilizing VR for practical communication skills. The conversation highlights the affordability of VR headsets, the transformative role of technology in language acquisition, and the significance of cultural appreciation. Pascoe discusses innovative applications, including interactive deep dives into languages like Japanese, and emphasizes expanding learning opportunities through dynamic tours and user-driven content.
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Jan 20, 2025 • 1h 3min

Changing Your Mind About How to Learn Languages with Álvaro of Natural Languages

You don't often get to hear people talk honestly about changing their mind about how to learn languages. That's why you'll love this conversation with Álvaro of Natural Languages. Álvaro interviewing me about learning Spanish: https://youtu.be/lpNw7SitWnY?si=__c9bsf8lg8aa23L Here's the best ways to stay in the loop: 💛 Join Language Life to become fluent in any language on demand: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/ll 🌈 Join Dabblers' Den to learn a language every month with me: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/dabblersden 💌 Join my email list for my Language Sparks emails straight to your inbox multiple times a week: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/emailme 👩‍💻 Read the blog for curated language learning advice: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/ #languagelearning #learnalanguage #personaldevelopment
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Jan 13, 2025 • 56min

How To Speak Any Language Confidently With Flow

We all want to know how to speak any language confidently with flow. But it doesn't always come easy. That's where Thea May comes in.The Changemakers Reset, hosted by Thea, happening 17th January 2025: https://bit.ly/49p2mAJ_reset Thea's website: https://www.workingwithvoice.com/ Here's the best ways to stay in the loop: 💛 Join Language Life to become fluent in any language on demand: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/ll 🌈 Join Dabblers' Den to learn a language every month with me: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/dabblersden 💌 Join my email list for my Language Sparks emails straight to your inbox multiple times a week: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/emailme 👩‍💻 Read the blog for curated language learning advice: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/ #languagelearning #learnalanguage #personaldevelopment
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Nov 3, 2024 • 17min

How to Learn a New Language Script

There are many approaches to learn a new language script. Here's a way that works for any new script. Here's the best ways to stay in the loop: 💛 Join Language Life to become fluent in any language on demand: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/ll 🎲 Join Promptly to speak and write more: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/promptly 🌈 Join Dabblers' Den to learn a language every month with me: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/dabblersden 💌 Join my email list for my Language Sparks emails straight to your inbox multiple times a week: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/emailme 👩‍💻 Read the blog for curated language learning advice: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/ #languagelearning #learnalanguage #personaldevelopment
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Oct 6, 2024 • 12min

How to Keep Learning Vocabulary When You're Intermediate and Advanced

You need to keep learning vocabulary to get better at languages. But how when you're intermediate and advanced? Read on to find out.Here's the best ways to stay in the loop: 🔡 Join Vibrant Vocab here: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/vocab 💛 Join Language Life to become fluent in any language on demand: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/ll 🌈 Join Dabblers' Den to learn a language every month with me: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/dabblersden 💌 Join my email list for my Language Sparks emails straight to your inbox multiple times a week: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/emailme 👩‍💻 Read the blog for curated language learning advice: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/ #languagelearning #learnalanguage #personaldevelopment
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Sep 29, 2024 • 9min

Fun Lithuanian Words To Make Travel To Lithuania Easy

I've spent my summer in Lithuania, learnt a bit of the language, and there's 10 fun Lithuanian words that will make travel to Lithuania easy. Here's the best ways to stay in the loop: 💛 Join Language Life to become fluent in any language on demand: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/ll 🌈 Join Dabblers' Den to learn a language every month with me: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/dabblersden 💌 Join my email list for my Language Sparks emails straight to your inbox multiple times a week: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/emailme 👩‍💻 Read the blog for curated language learning advice: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/ #languagelearning #learnalanguage #personaldevelopment
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Sep 22, 2024 • 12min

How to Use Language Learning Prompts

Prompts are a great way to always have something to practise for your languages. Here's how to use language learning prompts to practise languages.Here's the best ways to stay in the loop: 🎲 Join Promptly to speak & write more: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/promptly 💛 Join Language Life to become fluent in any language on demand: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/ll 🌈 Join Dabblers' Den to learn a language every month with me: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/dabblersden 💌 Join my email list for my Language Sparks emails straight to your inbox multiple times a week: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/emailme 👩‍💻 Read the blog for curated language learning advice: https://lindsaydoeslanguages.com/ #languagelearning #learnalanguage #personaldevelopment

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