there should be balance. If it's been months since you've made measurable progress while there are people out there already speaking the language then it's time to reevaluate your methods and techniques and give it some consious thought
Steve your method is working for me! I’m exposing myself to new words, and when I hear them, I recognize them! Not always the meaning, but recognize them so that counts for something 🥳
You would never attempt to get to know a person by making flash cards about them. But by enjoying time together you will find that after the years you know 10,000 things about them that you could never have memorized.
I love your response! Think about it: How else did people learn languages before flashcards? They immersed themselves in the culture. My uncles know Spanish fluently because they've been exposed to the culture 30+ years😊
Sir, if you were a chair I would say you are the one that rocks. Thank you for the support and insight you’ve given me on my language acquisition journey.
I think starting from scratch, vocabulary exercises are good, just to get traction, but past a certain level put the anki deck down and watch and listen to some shows and music. Go read a book. Reading I promise you will elevate your language learning ten fold.
I learned English by learning like a baby. I completely transcending from my native language content to English content. I tried to enjoy the content not translate everything. After years when I didn't understand some words I would sometimes search up synonyms, the meaning or images on google. Translating and studying is bad for you *WHEN LEARNING A LANGUAGE* as you will have to translate in your brain, recall words every single time and you will also waste and spend hours of your life just studying. It's important to *learn like a baby*
I ultimately agree, but I do like to memorize at least 2000 words in a target language and then I stop memorizing and practice through reading and speaking.
Hearing this is really nice, I've always spent days trying to memorize words from small texts for no reason and it never helped me, just made me sad when I couldn't remember all of them. Thanks for the advice, Mr. Kauffman!
That's true, but now language is not only something that gives me fun and I don't consider it as a hobby anymore coz now I need to learn English to get my future magister degree. I started to learn it through watching and analyzing videos and following the Oxford vocabulary list and list of phrases and idioms with my new English buddy) Don't really know if it is going to work out. Maybe it is better to find a teacher even though I have not much money 🤔 Don't even know why I'm sharing this information
Hello Sir, I 've followed you for three years; and I think you are one of the best youtubers in order to learn english; you are a great polyglot and your tips are the best, thanks for your great work.
Thank you so much for your advices!! It really reassures me knowing that learning a language is a process, and I just need to put a little effort everyday. Because from time to times I get overwhelmed by the amount of words, grammatical estructures, etc that i still need to learn.
@@johanfanelli9836 I personally use Anki a lot, but I also think that it's an easily sold idea that the same strategies work for everyone and that those that do the best have the best strategies. I would recommend trying a variety of options, but also stay confident and know that it is possible, and that there exists a method out there for you! Stay persistent!
If you listen to the same content 10 times, words will stick to your mind. Not all of them naturally, but some for sure! I’m learning my 6th language at the moment 😅😊
That's true! I have swedish classes every week and for about 3 weeks I couldn't attend it.. So in class after this time the teacher was really surprised about how much I had improved. She asked me what did I do and I didn't know what to answer cause I didn't study any single day.. I just listened to a lot of music and podcasts and read a bunch of stuff in my target language!
I am trying to learn Korean because I enjoy Korean drama series. Learning Hangul alphabets at the moment. Having fun so far. I also learned French because I enjoy their culture and cinema. I also learned English because I loved how it sounded. I must add that Spanish is my mother tongue. Having ADHD and being in my 50’s certainly does not make things easy when learning but I don’t care because I am having fun. I have low expectations so I don’t put pressure on myself. It’s give myself permission to fail. I must say that learning about proper pronunciation through phonetics of a language is crucial. Thank you
Using the workout example, I guess it depends on your personality and goals; because when o train, I track many objective variables to ensure I’m getting better at a certain rate (weekly, monthly, and yearly). So what this tells me is that you can try memorizing vocabulary, or you don’t have to; either way, do what’s enjoyable for you. And of course, do it enough times, because the way I look at it: no matter which method you use, you need enough repetition for it to be effective - just like working out.
The weight analogy was a little off because lifting weights is both skill and muscular strength which you can objectively measure. I suppose you could somewhat objectively measure language proficiency
I still have fun remembering vocab and taking little online quizzes but textbooks are so dry and boring. I’d say with learning Japanese you do have to study kanji and the various counting systems they have but it gets easy as soon as you expose yourself to context.
A bit counterintuitive. I don’t want to have to go to a dictionary every other word I read. I must know most of the words of a text before reading it. Unless the text is something like Lingua Latina Per Se Illustrata.
My pops had lost his keys to his van 2 yrs ago.....he didn't care cause he has a new car.....but I wanted to use the van for gig app deliveries.....I told him to look for the key.....he said he don't know where it's at but if he don't think about it it'll come to him 😂 I simply called a locksmith and paid about 200 bucks for a new key.....currently driving it now 😂 P.s.....he never looked for or found the key
Alpha brainwaves are the most important thing for learning. There's no point in doing anything learning related when you're frustrated. Glad I realized that very early in my life :)
When one’s eye (not with brain)see one new word,not intensionally it’s not easy to forget it actually. This is quite different from what we know about 「forget curves 」and this is very interesting really.
More vocabularies, make me feel better when I talk, and also feel like I have many choices in conversations. I forgot to mention, if you want understand very well, you need them 😊
I'm sorry, but it is immensly discouraging to read several novels without undestanding the plot, only to expose oneself to the language, in the hope that finally, after a long time, the words will stick in one's brain.
Je vis à Jérusalem et suis régulièrement (au moins une fois/semaine) au Saint-Sépulcre, je connais le clergé de plusieurs desÉglises ici (et non des ordres). Certes c'est parfois un peu tendu quant il faut coorodnner les processions et les offices de tout le monde, mais au jour le jour c'est tout à fait pacifique et cordial entre les moines et prêtres de ces Églises.
I don’t understand your idea - I try to learn Chinese and - I don’t know anything vocabulary - English is more easy to learn ‘ cause there are similar words
I think you're wrong on this. If someone really wants to learn a language to fluency, you have to memorize vocabulary. Otherwise you won't learn the language.
It's really true I guess. But then you need more time for studying, isn't? My advice is just to use the new word you have heard first time to let it stick.
@@kudus9235the problem is that most people since the school are forced to memorised words from f.e. English language if it’s their second one. The same happens in schools with other languages. Majority of learners hate memorizing but think it’s a must.
Well said Steve,best piece of advice ever,don't memorize just have fun & be playful with It,enjoy yourself & enjoy while doing It & Voila!! Native spanish speaker here by the way.
Ohhh you are so reaaaaall Your words your advices everything , you are yourself ,there is nothing about gaining followers , getting more LIKEs....thanks stevee
The brain is engaged in data-driven learning. It speaks using the information stored in its memory. So memorizing a wide range of expressions, you can speakes and understand effectively. To achieve this, it's crucial to mimic netive pseakers, recerve own feedback correction, and learn so you don't forget.
In Brazil where I teach at a private English school, teachers must make students aware of their learning. I never do it! 😂😂😂😂😂 Learning will happen the more interested you are, not the more aware!
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Great! The best way to make progress is not to worry about about making progress.
I tried that, at least I think. Didn't work too well. I need to make more conscious effort to study
Yes:)
there should be balance. If it's been months since you've made measurable progress while there are people out there already speaking the language then it's time to reevaluate your methods and techniques and give it some consious thought
Yeah right.
@@DANGJOS Of course but that doesn't mean that. You shouldn't worry (key word: worry) about progress
What a wise man, I aspire to be like you Mr. Kauffman!
Steve your method is working for me! I’m exposing myself to new words, and when I hear them, I recognize them! Not always the meaning, but recognize them so that counts for something 🥳
can u tell us how its work for u? what languages that u learn?
For five years, I am with you everyday. You get better all the time. Thanks for your humor, kindness and wisdom.
You would never attempt to get to know a person by making flash cards about them. But by enjoying time together you will find that after the years you know 10,000 things about them that you could never have memorized.
I love your response! Think about it: How else did people learn languages before flashcards? They immersed themselves in the culture. My uncles know Spanish fluently because they've been exposed to the culture 30+ years😊
I just learned a new word: kettlebell. Thanks, Steve!
Lol same 😂
I'm an English native and I just learned it too. 😂😂😂
hah, thats nice
@@taylorfrizzell4073 So how old are you [呲牙]
yes thats the point, you don't need a paper and pen to learn new vocabulary
I would love a go through of a daily routine vlog
The most encouraging polyglot on TH-cam!
You are so inspirational! I'm learning my 4th language right now 😊
Really what are the languages
Woah :O impressive!
Don't bother remembering things, because magically you will remember everything you do not bother to remember!
Sir, if you were a chair I would say you are the one that rocks. Thank you for the support and insight you’ve given me on my language acquisition journey.
I think starting from scratch, vocabulary exercises are good, just to get traction, but past a certain level put the anki deck down and watch and listen to some shows and music. Go read a book. Reading I promise you will elevate your language learning ten fold.
You’re totally right .
That was the realest metaphor I've ever heard. That really helps put it into perspective
I learned English by learning like a baby. I completely transcending from my native language content to English content. I tried to enjoy the content not translate everything. After years when I didn't understand some words I would sometimes search up synonyms, the meaning or images on google. Translating and studying is bad for you *WHEN LEARNING A LANGUAGE* as you will have to translate in your brain, recall words every single time and you will also waste and spend hours of your life just studying. It's important to *learn like a baby*
how can I learn as baby I'm good at grammar but bad at speaking and writing
@@FadumoJama-de6zk Some people recommend the Italki website but it is paid.
But the words will stick is remembering so your contradicting yourself
Two days ago I started to use your application, Mr. Kauffman ❣️ Thanks a lot🙏
This is refreshing to hear and a huge relief. 😅
I ultimately agree, but I do like to memorize at least 2000 words in a target language and then I stop memorizing and practice through reading and speaking.
Hearing this is really nice, I've always spent days trying to memorize words from small texts for no reason and it never helped me, just made me sad when I couldn't remember all of them. Thanks for the advice, Mr. Kauffman!
Attention aux kettlebells, il y a beaucoup d'accidents !
That's true, but now language is not only something that gives me fun and I don't consider it as a hobby anymore coz now I need to learn English to get my future magister degree. I started to learn it through watching and analyzing videos and following the Oxford vocabulary list and list of phrases and idioms with my new English buddy) Don't really know if it is going to work out. Maybe it is better to find a teacher even though I have not much money 🤔 Don't even know why I'm sharing this information
Hello Sir, I 've followed you for three years; and I think you are one of the best youtubers in order to learn english; you are a great polyglot and your tips are the best, thanks for your great work.
persistence is key.
Eventually, the words will stick :)
Funny guy with funny diction! 😀😂😅🤣😁😆😅🥳
Thank you so much for your advices!! It really reassures me knowing that learning a language is a process, and I just need to put a little effort everyday. Because from time to times I get overwhelmed by the amount of words, grammatical estructures, etc that i still need to learn.
Words don’t stick in my memory that’s why I use Anki (not the same name rip off app, the original). You look very lean and in good shape, well done.
there's a rip off anki??
@@kokolexx Yes, Anki Pro. Some people bought it thinking it is the original.
I've been trying memorizing with Anki and It doesn't work for me😅
@@johanfanelli9836 I personally use Anki a lot, but I also think that it's an easily sold idea that the same strategies work for everyone and that those that do the best have the best strategies. I would recommend trying a variety of options, but also stay confident and know that it is possible, and that there exists a method out there for you! Stay persistent!
If you listen to the same content 10 times, words will stick to your mind. Not all of them naturally, but some for sure! I’m learning my 6th language at the moment 😅😊
Ute si habla rápido compai, con razón e' que aún se me dificulta aprender el idioma 💀.
Thank you 🎉🎉🎉🎉
Thanks for your precious advice
I'm learning my third language now, thanks for your advices 😊
Thanks,Steve!You inspire me on learning English:)
أعرف معنى الكلمة , أراجعها , أستخدمها بأكثر من سياق ولا أقلق بعدم تذكرها , بعد ذلك ستكون مألوفة لدي ومع الوقت أستخدمها بالوقت المناسب
J'apprends le français. Merci beaucoup pour vos encouragements
You are so inspiring
Steve you are the best 🌹
Great advice, as a language student myself and an English teacher, appreciate it alot! 😊
I'm trying to learn English and I've accidentally tried to remember the word "kettlebell". Forgive me😂
That's true! I have swedish classes every week and for about 3 weeks I couldn't attend it.. So in class after this time the teacher was really surprised about how much I had improved. She asked me what did I do and I didn't know what to answer cause I didn't study any single day.. I just listened to a lot of music and podcasts and read a bunch of stuff in my target language!
Would you say it’s good to have a bit of both? Let’s say 70% of learning as you say and 30% using specific methods to memorize phrases?
I am trying to learn Korean because I enjoy Korean drama series. Learning Hangul alphabets at the moment. Having fun so far.
I also learned French because I enjoy their culture and cinema.
I also learned English because I loved how it sounded.
I must add that Spanish is my mother tongue.
Having ADHD and being in my 50’s certainly does not make things easy when learning but I don’t care because I am having fun. I have low expectations so I don’t put pressure on myself. It’s give myself permission to fail.
I must say that learning about proper pronunciation through phonetics of a language is crucial.
Thank you
The exercise analogy is a good one, Steve. Thanks!
Using the workout example, I guess it depends on your personality and goals; because when o train, I track many objective variables to ensure I’m getting better at a certain rate (weekly, monthly, and yearly).
So what this tells me is that you can try memorizing vocabulary, or you don’t have to; either way, do what’s enjoyable for you. And of course, do it enough times, because the way I look at it: no matter which method you use, you need enough repetition for it to be effective - just like working out.
The weight analogy was a little off because lifting weights is both skill and muscular strength which you can objectively measure. I suppose you could somewhat objectively measure language proficiency
I still have fun remembering vocab and taking little online quizzes but textbooks are so dry and boring. I’d say with learning Japanese you do have to study kanji and the various counting systems they have but it gets easy as soon as you expose yourself to context.
A bit counterintuitive. I don’t want to have to go to a dictionary every other word I read. I must know most of the words of a text before reading it. Unless the text is something like Lingua Latina Per Se Illustrata.
My pops had lost his keys to his van 2 yrs ago.....he didn't care cause he has a new car.....but I wanted to use the van for gig app deliveries.....I told him to look for the key.....he said he don't know where it's at but if he don't think about it it'll come to him 😂
I simply called a locksmith and paid about 200 bucks for a new key.....currently driving it now 😂
P.s.....he never looked for or found the key
Learning something new is not about trying to remember it, it is about practicing, yes a hundred yes
Alpha brainwaves are the most important thing for learning. There's no point in doing anything learning related when you're frustrated. Glad I realized that very early in my life :)
Love your bits of wisdom. Thank you Steve!
When one’s eye (not with brain)see one new word,not intensionally
it’s not easy to forget it actually.
This is quite different from what we know about 「forget curves 」and
this is very interesting really.
More vocabularies, make me feel better when I talk, and also feel like I have many choices in conversations. I forgot to mention, if you want understand very well, you need them 😊
I'm sorry, but it is immensly discouraging to read several novels without undestanding the plot, only to expose oneself to the language, in the hope that finally, after a long time, the words will stick in one's brain.
I have started associating working out with my language routine.i learnt that from you Steve Kaufman
I am now reading your book (The way of Linguist ) it's amazing book, Thank you so much
Je vis à Jérusalem et suis régulièrement (au moins une fois/semaine) au Saint-Sépulcre, je connais le clergé de plusieurs desÉglises ici (et non des ordres). Certes c'est parfois un peu tendu quant il faut coorodnner les processions et les offices de tout le monde, mais au jour le jour c'est tout à fait pacifique et cordial entre les moines et prêtres de ces Églises.
I don’t understand your idea - I try to learn Chinese and - I don’t know anything vocabulary - English is more easy to learn ‘ cause there are similar words
I don't think the kettlebells were a good example. That's generally something people would want to track progress with
I think you're wrong on this. If someone really wants to learn a language to fluency, you have to memorize vocabulary. Otherwise you won't learn the language.
How do I enjoy the language if I don't possess a vocabulary?
In my case eventually words don't stick...😅😂
We don't have to memorize the words but how to remember if we want to speak?
Just body language.
Why is than the option in the App Lingq available to gather vocabulary in a inbox card?
It's really true I guess. But then you need more time for studying, isn't? My advice is just to use the new word you have heard first time to let it stick.
Track your reps and weight :) then you can know you're getting stronger with kettlebells
Songs and reading is the way to go.
Accumulates over time.
Songs and reading is the way to go.
Accumulates over time.
Yes Sir, 🙏 thank you❤❤
Very useful. Thank you! X
I enjoy memorizing vocabulary
Me too. I don't know why people demonize this. I think a problem is not in the fact that you try to memorize words, but what way you choose to do it.
@@kudus9235the problem is that most people since the school are forced to memorised words from f.e. English language if it’s their second one. The same happens in schools with other languages. Majority of learners hate memorizing but think it’s a must.
i dont get this man. His newest video says hes memorizing 100 words a day but he also tells you not to do it.
Steve, you are such an inspiration to all of us. Thank you.
Thank You Sir, I'll keep on My mind
Que bien, hablas en inglés que envidia😂
Well said Steve,best piece of advice ever,don't memorize just have fun & be playful with It,enjoy yourself & enjoy while doing It & Voila!!
Native spanish speaker here by the way.
Szia mindenki! 🌞
Hola a todos! 🌻
Salut à tous! 💛
Hallo allemaal! 🌺
Ciao a tutti! 🌸
こんにちは皆さん! 🌼
Привет всем! 🌷
Merhaba herkes! 🌹
Ohhh you are so reaaaaall
Your words your advices everything , you are yourself ,there is nothing about gaining followers , getting more LIKEs....thanks stevee
In other words, keep practicing and be happy
Amazing, Steve!!! 💪🏼♥️ You are the best! Lots of love from Argentina!
You make me happy sir,what a World IS that, with people telling craps to us,making learning,a birden.....
The brain is engaged in data-driven learning. It speaks using the information stored in its memory. So memorizing a wide range of expressions, you can speakes and understand effectively.
To achieve this, it's crucial to mimic netive pseakers, recerve own feedback correction, and learn so you don't forget.
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In Brazil where I teach at a private English school, teachers must make students aware of their learning. I never do it! 😂😂😂😂😂 Learning will happen the more interested you are, not the more aware!
Excellent Steve, I use your app and it really help me to understand better English, I'm happy because I could find this app.
Excellent sir. You have changed my opinion. Thanks a lot sir.
thank you sir, God bless you
I admire your attitude towards learning! Exactly, just enjoy what you are doing!
Why I can't join your blog ?
Sending this to my professor as this is why I searched this subject. Kidding!
That's probably the best advice on vocabulary, thank you
You still need to learn 1000-3000 words. Flash cards is the best for that. Plus enjoy practicing it
Who NEEDS to learn?
Native English speakers don't need any of that.
Those who are learning English need A LOT MORE.
Thank you very much for your advice. You are the man and person whom I am learning from!
Great video. Thank you ❤
Alleluja, thank you, thank you.
thank you so much
Another great message Steve! 🎉
The greatest inspirer I have ever seen! Thank you sir, you’re really helping me in my language learning journey ❤
Whoa!!! Amazing grandfa!
Great advice and I agree 1000% !