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1. Set your language goals 
Setting goals brings all kinds of benefits when it comes to learning. It can help with 
things like motivation, self-esteem, and self-confidence. Goals also help you achieve 
success. When you’re first figuring out how to learn a language, you should focus on 
some short-, medium- and long-term goals. These can help to give structure and 
direction to your learning. With this approach, you can start to systematically build 
your knowledge and tick off your progress.
2. Learn common vocabulary
According to some studies, native speakers know roughly 15,000 to 20,000 word 
families. By this, they mean a root word and all its variants. For example, speak, 
speaking, spoke etc. So, when you’re wrestling with how to learn a language, a useful 
place to start is by learning some common vocabulary. This can help to quickly build 
your understanding in a day-to-day setting, allowing you to have and follow basic 
conversations.
3. Find a style that works for you 
There are many different tools, techniques, and styles you can use when you’re learning 
a language. Sometimes, it can seem a little overwhelming to try and use them all. 
Instead, you should try a few and select the one(s) that work best for your learning 
style. Whether it’s using flashcards, grammar translations, spaced repetition, 
immersive learning or any other approach, you have plenty of options. Figuring out the 
right combination of techniques can help you progress at a rate you’re happy with.

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4. Practice speaking
A crucial part of learning a language is being able to recognise, understand and 
reproduce sounds. For many language learners, concentrating on these first two 
aspects, as well as vocabulary and grammar, takes priority. However, this can result in 
a reluctance to practice speaking, which can delay your progress.