Questions about learning a new language.
14
votes
11answers
2k views
Is it possible to learn foreign languages effectively by watching tv series?
Some people say that watching TV series can be very helpful in learning foreign languages.
However, I am skeptical about it as I think that this kind of activity is just too passive.
My biggest ...
2
votes
2answers
464 views
Pictures for language learning
If you want to learn a new language, there are a lot of people who recommend that you stay within the new language.
You are not supposed to learn vocabulary by learning their direct translations but ...
3
votes
2answers
105 views
Is it a good idea to test multiple “pieces of knowledge” on one card?
I'm using Anki, a flashcard learning tool, for learning Japanese vocabulary. Of course, this includes words with kanji. For these I need to know both the reading and the meaning. Now I'm wondering ...
4
votes
3answers
211 views
What is the way to improve higher level English
I live in England for last 8 years. My English is pretty good if I speak with friends. The problem starts when I want to write some text. I study on English Uni so need to write a lot. I do have ...
2
votes
2answers
120 views
strategies to learn multiple foreign languages
As for now, I speak three languages including my native language.
As I am residing in Singapore, I am thinking of learning Chinese Language as a 4th one. But I am afraid that as I also speak Japanese ...
