Learning another language is an invaluable skill that can give you a competitive advantage in the workplace, help you gain confidence and broaden your communication skills, all while learning about a new culture. Learning a new language can also help you explore new business opportunities, or travel to a new place where you can immerse yourself in local life. The benefits to language learning are endless. Below are some tools to help you jump-start your language learning journey this year.
Language-learning apps
Language apps can be a fun, interactive way to learn a new language while tapping into your inner gamer. Most are designed to be like a game and are chock-full of rewards and incentives to keep you learning. You can even join a community of other learners to keep each other motivated. There are many that have a free version, and some have a paid version with extended features for improved learning.
Podcasts
Podcasts are great ways to learn languages on-the-go. You can listen to them on your way to work, while working out or even while doing house chores. There is no shortage of language learning podcasts, and you’ll be sure to find one that resonates with you and your skill level.
Movies and TV Shows
Movies and TV shows are a great way to listen to content in another language. There are many different genres and platforms to choose from, most of which have content in foreign languages. You can put the audio in the language you are learning with subtitles in your native language, and when you get advanced enough, you can set both the audio and subtitles in the target language. When learning a language, it is important to train the ear, so this is a great way to do it.
Tutoring
Working one-on-one with a language tutor is a great way to work on your language skills, whether you are starting from scratch or want someone to practice conversational skills with. At CSH Translation, we offer virtual language learning with professional tutors, so you can take lessons at your convenience. Learning a language with a native tutor is a personalized way to study a language, tailored to your needs and level. Language classes are available for kids and adults. We currently offer German tutoring and Spanish tutoring. If you are interested to learn German or to learn Spanish, please contact us here.