Rapid language learning for moving abroad
"Different language is a different vision of life."
Federico Fellin
Moving abroad can be a dream but learning a new language can be a barrier while moving abroad for study or some other reason. Especially you are immigrating from a non-English speaking region to an English speaking country.No matter you have studied the same language in your school for many years but once you landed on foreign land observe that locals are speaking in slangs using local words popular there, sometimes you're unfamiliar with the several words which they used for the similar things that can make you feel like an outsider and a bit uncomfortable too. It may seem to you a big obstacle to overcome, but the fact is, the more you practice the more comfortable you become. learning a language can be a little bit tough but it's an interesting journey and it worth all the effort. Undoubtedly it takes years to master a foreign language but there are some ways that help a lot to learn at least conversational language which means you will be able to understand and converse in the same in a short span of time. Learning a language is not a hard nut to crake. It is all about your motivation and preparation.
1. Start preparing beforehand
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| Success is where opportunity and preparation meet |
Better to start learning a language before leaving your home country. Make a plan There are so many easy ways to start it. you can buy a book with the use of basic words, download an application for language learning to be comfortable with the sounds and words is the initial step to learn.
2. listening to music, a tool to learn a language
listening to music is one of the effective ways of learning a language. Music can benefit you in numerous ways. studies say it not only help you to understand any language but assimilates you with the syntax hence improve your vocabulary. you get familiar with sounds and words. while singing or humming with the music try to reproduce sounds and tone which improves your accent too. Moreover, it makes you memorize new words. So allow yourself to enjoy music along with language learning.
3.Explore the digital world
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Global flows in digital |
one more complementary tool of learning a language before moving abroad is to explore the digital world. Believe me, there is no other simplest way rather than grabbing your popcorns and watching T.v. What a bliss! as complementary learning too. watch movies, videos, popular T.V.shows even listen to News. One can not imagine how much it will help you, even if you are not familiar with words you can watch them with subtitles. Not only the language you will be able to peep in their culture too.
4.Online crash course
if you are unsure or not confident whether you will be able to survive in a foreign land due to your language hurdle then you can choose an online crash course. It is quite accessible to people from different backgrounds for anyone or everyone. such live classes or individual tutoring gives feedback immediately hence it can prepare you to encounter a new language. you can have a discussion in the digital classroom which feels like an in-person one. In short, you can have many benefits without the hefty price tag.
5 Don't shy, speak wherever you can
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Never miss a chance to communicate if possible, create it |
you have to drop the curtain of shame. if you want to learn a language quickly. just speak, whenever or wherever you can. If you shy you would never learn otherwise. whenever you meet locals like shopkeepers, vendors utilize your words no matter how many you know .you have to face the fear of speak incorrectly and keep aside your feeling of embarrassment to learn fast. It is just an illusion of your own that people will mock you if you are wrong but the fact is people will love to see you speak their language. They will appreciate your efforts and correct you too. It will boost your confidence and improve your vocabulary and accent.
6.Use your facial expression or sign language
It is a very common situation for all who is new to a foreign land or trying to adjust there that we don't know how to say or ask for a particular object Ease you can use your facial expression or sign language or point an object and act with hands if you don't find the right words to complete broken conversation. Even you can learn some basic questions like "How to say this ....? (you can point to object you want to tell while saying this)your gestures will aid the conversation and the next person will be happy to help you to learn the words.
7. keeps notes handy
It is better to note down words with their meaning what you heard in routine or surviving keywords. Memorize them, Try to repeat and use them frequently. keep them handy. Adding this you can shortlist some popular and common phrases and memorize them. like how to place an order, I need help, etc...
8. Find a language buddy
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language can't be a barrier in heart to heart conversation |
conversation, conversation, and conversation is the option to learn a new language. you can find a language buddy who can help you to understand things as well motivate you to keep moving. you can ask your friends, classmate, or coworker from a new place to help during this process. Make sure your language partner should push you to learn n achieve more and able to dedicate some time to meet you once or twice a week.
9 Immerse yourself in the culture
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Language is a roadmap of a culture |
language and culture are an inseparable part of a country. They compliment each other. visiting places meeting and greeting people will allow you to test your language skill and provide you the much-needed immersion in a new land. It will lead to learning faster n quicker and you can master accent and local people vision also
10. Review your progress daily
Learning language needs effort, practice, patience, and persistence. It is important to monitor your progress daily. spare some time daily to review and practice your learning skills at least one hour of the day.
It is not easy to build a Rome in a day. Unlike can't master a new language in a jiffy. yes, by putting in the constant effort it is not tough to learn a conversational language in a short span. All you need is motivation, interest, and keen observation.
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