Published on 12, July, 2020
Has anyone got any advice about learning languages?
I've always loved France, French, and anything that pulls me back to my heritage which is part French.
But, try as I might, I'm terrible at speaking the language. I'm a full visual learner so I think this might be my issue?
Does anyone know a full proof way to learn a language without moving to the country?
Hi JT
There's an app called Duolingo which you may find helpful. It can help to learn the basics of most languages and might be a good place to start.
It's been a while since I used it but seem to remember it being quite easy to navigate.
I really like Duolingo too! It’s very interactive.
What language did you learn with it?
I am learning Italian, even though I have an A level in the subject.
No, the Italian on Duolingo is very simple but I still enjoy it. I think I enjoy it mainly because of the way the app is structured, the lessons are very short and interactive and therefore very motivating.
I definitely agree that Duolingo is much more appropriate for basic conversation skills.
I used it to brush up on my French - also for conversational Welsh. I would use it again if I needed to.
As you have an A level in Italian, are you still learning new things from Duolingo? I don't know at what learning level it would no longer be useful.