Want to learn a foreign language fast?
But the process is long, tedious and not practical.
So what is the most effective way to learn a language?
Let’s take a look at how to study smart in a foreign language!
I believe everyone knows that Chinese
is considered one of the toughest languages in the world to master.
As a native speaker, I’ll explain to show you how easy it is to learn and master it.
Once you have these basics knowledge, everything will be easy-peasy.
Our word is in Character
Chinese, is not based on alphabet but on a combination of strokes into a square-like character. This language is also monosyllabic, so each character is considered a word when we speak.
That’s why I often explain the difference between English and Chinese in this way.
If English is like clay (Play-Doh),
Chinese is like bricks (Lego).
Because English words will mutate,
while Chinese are stacked and combined into new words with new meanings.
Now that you know,
you can start learning your first word in numbers.
😉 Yes, start with numbers.
Thanks to numbering,
they are the easiest and also commonly used in daily life conversations.
Short Sentences
After learning some words,
you need to speak in short sentences to express what you want.
Think about what you would often express when you travel to a foreign place. Of course, you aren’t going to introduce yourself to everyone you meet on the road.
Without any doubt, you use questions a lot!
Whether you ask for a price, ask for directions, or greeting to someone.
We need to learn to ask questions before learning to answer them.
With the ability to ask questions, you don’t have to fear speaking to any native speaker anymore.
Pronunciation = Pinyin
Most classes teach Chinese pronunciation at the beginning,
but this boring training is also part of the reason students give up learning.
The best effective way to practice pronunciation is to listen and talk more with native speakers. Soon, you’ll gradually start imitating their correct pronunciation.
Learning good pronunciation is necessary.
Because not only to express our feelings, it also tell us the accurate meaning of the words.
😛 But I,
who used to speak improper Chinese with a Malaysian accent, can advice you:
Chinese pronunciation is not learned from books, but listened from the people.
Your surrounding is very crucial for you to learn correctly
Reading is always a good habit
Written characters in Chinese that are difficult to remember and write are the last to be learned. When you have good listening and speaking skills, daily life communication will not be a problem for you.
However, literacy is necessary.
So that you can read the menu or read the signboard on the street.
What’s more interesting is that you can read a Chinese book yourself ~
Regular reading will eventually teach you the skills of stating things and telling stories.
Congratulations!
You now know the most effective way to learn Chinese.
Whether you’re self-taught or taking a class to learn a new language,
this method is worth implementing.