How t o Learn a

Foreign Language
Juan Beltran, Emmalyn Jones,
Jaz min T orres
Decided to
learn a new
language?
This pamphlet will Image Credit:

go over tips on how Jazmin Torres, Hello, 24 October

2018, ink and watercolor
to read, write, listen
to, speak, and
study foreign lan-
guages. We hope
that it is helpful!

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Hello! Re a d i n g
 Recognition is more im-
portant than memorization
You have embarked on (writing) Read out loud
a wonderful journey of  Use context clues
learning a foreign lan-  Focus on what you know
 Use flashcards!
guage! It is definitely a
 For languages without an
challenge, but it pro- alphabet, visualize the
vides a very rewarding characters, symbols, or
hand motions
experience. The pur-  Read Children’s books and
pose of this pamphlet other engaging stories
 Put vocab around the
is to help you through house
your study and pro-  Watch show/movies with
foreign subtitles
vide helpful tips that
will guide you through
a happier and more Wr i t i n g
beneficial learning ex-
 Repetition, repetition,
perience of a new lan- repetition!
 Take a lot of notes
guage. Our hope is
 Write the language
that you will take whenever you can,
whether in personal
some of these guide- notes or when you’re
bored
lines to heart and
learn to love the lan-
guage that you study! L i s te n i n g
 Remember that it takes
time.
 Use context
 Listen to the language
when you have nothing
else to do
 Listen to foreign music
 Watch foreign movies
 Be exposed and immersed
Speaking
 LISTEN first
 Tones, sounds, and flow
come from hearing
 Imitate teacher or other
native speakers
 Repetition
 Become friends with a
native speaker
 Teach a friend or sibling
what you learn
 Talk slowly and enunciate
To learn a new language
takes dedication and fo-
cus. Do not be afraid to
ask questions, make mis-
takes, and never give up!
Practice whenever and
however you can. The
benefits of learning a new
language can help one
immerse in a new culture
and interact with native
speakers. Overall, do not
be afraid and take the
opportunity to learn a
new foreign language!