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By Kawa
As a language enthusiast it's easy to get lost in all of the languages that interest you. We've been there too often. If you find yourself in this situation, it's important to also assign priorities to the languages so you don't become overwhelmed. Learning multiple languages at once is not an easy feat and can truly make you struggle at times.
We collected a few tips for anyone that's learning more than one language at a time:
Set clear goals and determine why you're learning each language. For example, you might want to reach conversational fluency in one language while only aiming for basic reading proficiency in another.
Prioritize based on need and interest. If one language is more immediately useful for your career, travel plans, or personal life, prioritize it. Similarly, if you're more passionate about a particular language, give it more attention as your interest will fuel your learning.
Create a balanced study schedule. Allocate specific times for each language to ensure regular practice. However, be mindful not to overload yourself. It might be more effective to alternate languages on different days or weeks.
Immerse yourself differently in each language. Use movies, music, books, or even social media to immerse yourself in each language's culture.
Even if it's just a few minutes each day, regular practice is key. Use language learning apps, flashcards, or short speaking practice sessions to maintain your language skills.
Keep a separate diary or journal for each language. This helps in tracking your progress and also in practicing writing skills.
Join language learning communities for practice with other learners and natives. It's also helpful if you have a dedicated place for each language.
And most importantly: Learning multiple languages is a marathon, not a sprint. Take it at your own pace.
Be patient with your progress and be flexible in your methods since every person has their own set of learning methods that works for them.
About Kawa
A Digital Media graduate passionate about languages, games, books, and art. Kawa is a native Romanian speaker fluent in English and German and learning Korean and Hungarian. When she’s not at work doing marketing, she still does marketing for Language Cafe and other personal projects all while drinking her 3rd cup of coffee. This explains the huge stash of tea and coffee.
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