I would really like to learn to speak several languages but I simply do not have time/space available in my already full college schedule to worry about my french class or my german class or whatever. don't get me wrong, i am fully committed to learning a new language but i have a tough science major and I cannot afford to stress about a class that i don't even need. I am already fluent in Spanish but I would really like to speak in other tongues. is there a program or a DVD set that I can use to become fluent in other languages?
2007-01-26 04:52:20 · 10 answers · asked by rockabilly.betty 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Languages
Listen to language lesson CD's while you sleep.
2007-01-26 04:57:31 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
No, I wouldn't. It depends on what language you're learning and how much you already know. Typically, I would want at least 3 or 4 years of studying for a language before moving to a country that only speaks that language. Just because people have taken English classes doesn't necessarily mean they know English, especially in Asia. If the language is not available at your university, then take an online class. Buy a few good books, audio CDs, whatever you need to learn. I began teaching myself Japanese when I was fourteen and I now speak it fluently. Don't use the lack of classes as an excuse. If you really want to learn, it is easily possible for you to do so. Good luck.
2016-05-24 02:10:15 · answer #2 · answered by Shirley 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
really depends on how much you want to learn for each language, if you want to develop a real understanding of the language, or just know some useful words and sentences.
Learning a language in depth is something that requires a lot of time and effort. If you want to learn only some useful sentences and words, I would recommend using some books or audio CDs (you can find some at the library, or cheap online,...). If you really want to learn a language, I would recommend the TeLL me More language software, it is very comprehensive and much better than any other language software. They have a free trial at www.auralog.com. It is available to learn Spanish, French, German, Italian, English, Dutch, Chinese, Japanese and Arabic.
2007-01-30 01:55:50 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try Esperanto for a simple, easily learnt language. The site below has a few different approaches to learning the language, each one can be taken as time permits, and you'll be fluent inside of a month with maybe a few hours a week. Only 16 grammatical rules with NO exceptions.
Contrary to popular opinion, it's very useful. Especially if you plan to do most of your communications via the Internet. And if you've the desire you can find other people to visit in any country you care to mention. Pasporta Servo is the best gateway to travelling with Esperanto.
Research and make your own conclusions.
Gxis!
2007-01-26 09:38:07 · answer #4 · answered by Jagg 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are so many ways to learn new languages. I'm currently interested in learning Serbian and Czech, neither of which is offered at my university. You don't even have to do a formal learning program, necessarily, depending on your preferences. Basically, try to expose yourself to understandable examples of that language as much as possible. For example, I like to listen to radio programs on this website:
www.mikesradioworld.com
and I recently discovered this website:
http://wwitv.com/portal.htm
There are many books that you can get at the library and if you happen to know speakers of the language you are trying to learn you can converse with them or even ask them to teach you how to do something in that language. Of course you can also watch movies on DVD in that language and listen to music in that language as well.
I personally believe that you get out of it what you put in, especially in terms of time, and I especially believe that your learning sessions should be frequent, if possible. So spending an hour a day will obviously be more helpful for your language proficiency than 30 minutes every couple of weeks when you get around to it. There's nothing wrong with taking it slow but you should just be aware that the results might not be the same as what you've experienced in your college classes where you were "forced" to be exposed to the language four times a week.
Have a great time! Good for you!
2007-01-26 17:00:03 · answer #5 · answered by drshorty 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
HI. Advertise on your college notice or bullitin board for a French or German speaking person within your college who would like to learn either the Spanish or English that you can speak then come to a deal about helping each other for free.
Hope this helps. Mark.
2007-01-27 21:36:28 · answer #6 · answered by amazing_mark 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Then listen to language lessons on MP3 or tape or CD. Your library will have them. Listen and repeat them when you are commuting or walking from class to class.
www.rosettastone.com
www.pimsleur.com
2007-01-26 05:00:35 · answer #7 · answered by MarauderX 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋
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2007-01-26 10:46:38 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
how about to learn japanese?
try these:
http://japanesepod101.com
http://www.nhk.or.jp/lesson
http://demonoid.com (you can find pimsleur, rosetta stone, video courses and more)
you'll find more here:
http://www.csse.monash.edu.au/~jwb/japan...
Source(s):
2007-01-26 14:45:48 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Zleph ciccass mik du luqwa mikkope zazoom.
TRANSLATED:
Make up your own language.
See how easy it is?
2007-01-26 04:58:16 · answer #10 · answered by wuzzamaddayou 2 · 1⤊ 2⤋