What to Expect from Language Immersion

What to Expect from Language Immersion

For many language learners, the biggest and most exciting part of their journey is doing a language immersion. Language immersion is great way to hone your skills and build your confidence, and it’s usually considered a necessary step in language mastery. However,...
Unexpected Places for Language Practice

Unexpected Places for Language Practice

If you’re learning a language, one of the best things you can do is immerse yourself in the language. Formal classes play an important part in language acquisition, but through my experience studying abroad, I’ve learned some of the best language practice often occurs...
Language Learning for Introverts

Language Learning for Introverts

Does the idea of trying to talk with strangers at a party or crowded bar fill you with dread? Me too. For the longest time, I thought being an introvert put me at a disadvantage when it came to improving my language skills. I had a roommate who learned how to speak...
What Does “Fluent” Even Mean?

What Does “Fluent” Even Mean?

“Oh, so you’ve studied Spanish for a while. Are you fluent?” I hate when people ask me this. I never know how to answer it because it doesn’t feel like a yes or no answer is enough. Can get around when I travel to a Spanish-speaking country? Absolutely. Can I...