Learning a second language does not have to involve an A-Level or GCSE classes at school, or spending lots of money on a personal tutor. There are many ways of picking up a second language, some of which you may not have thought of. We discuss some of our favourites in this article.
1. Travelling
Learning a language is not just about what happens in the classroom. By travelling around a country and immersing yourself in a culture you are likely to pick up plenty of the language, including colloquial language that you may never have learned from more formal lessons.
2. Speak to the natives
Having a friend or family member who speaks the language that you want to learn is an invaluable tool. You can practice your spoken skills with them and they can help by teaching you new words, phrases and correct pronunciation
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3. Attend free events
Many places around the world have immigrant populations that celebrate their cultures, such as French celebrations in London. These events are often free to attend and give you an invaluable opportunity to meet native speakers and soak up some of the culture.
If you are in your target language's native country then even better, there will be plenty of events for you to attend. These could include council meetings, lectures and Q&As with famous people
, and gallery and exhibition openings.
4. Music
The way language is used in music is very interesting and a great way to expand your vocabulary. The catchy and repetitive nature of a lot of songs means that you will pick up new phrases.
5. Film and television
Play around with subtitles, turning them off and trying to transcribe dialogue then rewinding to check your translation. If you are feeling confident, go and see a foreign film at the cinema where there will be no help, and you will really have to test your skills.
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