Idioms
This site is excellent for learning and practicing idioms.
Here is an example using the well-known idiom “throw caution to the wind.”
YouGlish is great because you hear the idiom in context.
English immersion
Ask yourself: “How is English used in my daily life?”
“Where do I use English?” “Where do I use my mother tongue?”
Do I use English when _____?
- using my phone
- using my computer/laptop
- sending texts/messages
- listening to podcasts
- watching films
- listening to songs/music
- reading books/articles/the news
Which of the above could be switched to English to help immerse yourself in English?
Set realistic speaking goals that you can measure
A simple example you could set: “For the next two weeks, I am going to speak English every day for at least five minutes.”
Achieving a goal you have defined is incredibly motivating.
If possible: study in the same place and at the same time every day.
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