Knowing how to communicate in English is essential for studying at international universities, getting your dream job, traveling abroad and even living abroad. Not to mention that mastering the English language is also a personal satisfaction for many Brazilians who want to speak what is considered the world's language.
But is it possible to learn English on your own? This is a very common question among people who want to start learning the most spoken foreign language in the world. Therefore, in this article, we will explain the best strategies for you to put into practice throughout your learning process. Keep reading!
Does learning English quickly work?
Even though the human brain is a powerful machine, it cannot learn English overnight. It is not possible to absorb a lot of content at once, especially if it is in a disorderly and anxious way, because you want to achieve immediate results.
To truly learn English, it is essential to have time, focus and dedication. According to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR), It takes about 1,200 hours of language exposure to achieve English proficiency. In the case of the basic level, this number drops to around 90-100 hours.
In other words, to learn English the right way, you need to complete certain hours of exposure to the new language in a formal learning context, such as the classroom.
At CCAA, for example, students are encouraged to practice the language since the first day of school. Throughout the course, he gradually and naturally develops, as was the case with Portuguese, the four linguistic skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing.
Beyond the classroom
The classroom is very important for learning, but it should never be limited to that context. Isn't it nice to watch a movie in its original English language and realize that subtitles are less and less necessary? This is a fun way to complement what you learn in the classroom.
Another tip that can be quite fun is to arrange a meeting with your English class friends, complete with a movie and popcorn, to speak only in another language. Discussing a topic that interests everyone makes learning even more engaging. You won't even notice the time passing!
Trying to converse with native speakers is also an excellent way to practice what you learned in class. And there’s a great bonus: you see the dialogues you practiced in practice and gradually stop seeing the new language as a seven-headed beast.
Another strategy worth putting into practice is to listen to the songs of a singer or singer you like. Pay close attention to the lyrics and take note of any expressions you don’t know. As a bonus, you can watch interviews. online of your favorite artists to complement the learning process.
Keep the desire to learn always alive
If the reasons why you want to learn English are always clear in your mind, your progress will go even further. In other words, remembering what made you want to start learning English is essential to maintain motivation throughout the learning process until you become fluent in the language.
Studying abroad, earning an English proficiency certificate or simply speaking the language like an American born in the US, for example, are some of the main motivations of Brazilians. So, find out what yours is and keep your desire to learn always alive.
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