How to learn English

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john s.

Here’s a clear, practical plan for learning English effectively, step by step:


1. Build a Strong Foundation

  • Start with the basics: Learn essential grammar (tenses, sentence structure, articles, prepositions).

  • Use beginner-friendly apps: Duolingo, LingQ, Babbel, or BBC Learning English.

  • Learn high-frequency words: The 1000 most common English words cover most daily conversations.


2. Practice Speaking Daily

  • Talk every day, even to yourself — describe what you’re doing, thinking, or seeing.

  • Use voice chat apps: HelloTalk, Tandem, or Speaky to speak with native speakers.

  • Record yourself: Compare your pronunciation to native speakers on YouTube or podcasts.


3. Train Your Ear

  • Listen daily: podcasts (ESLPod, BBC 6 Minute English), YouTube channels (EnglishAddict with Mr. Steve, EnglishClass101).

  • Watch with subtitles: Movies or TV shows (Friends, The Office, Harry Potter) — start with English subtitles, then without.


4. Read and Write Regularly

  • Read short, simple texts: graded readers, news in easy English (News in Levels).

  • Keep a journal: Write 3–5 sentences daily about your day or thoughts.

  • Learn phrases, not single words: e.g. say “I’m looking forward to…” instead of just “look”.

nik h.

great tips. I used to struggle with grammar and sentence structure, but now I can see exactly how a well-written essay should look. Using an AI essay writer https://myaiwriter.ai/ has really improved my English writing skills. The AI helps me organize my ideas logically and gives me feedback on how to make my writing sound more natural. I love that I can experiment with new vocabulary and instantly get suggestions for better phrasing. It’s like having a personal English tutor available anytime I need help. I’ve noticed a big improvement in my confidence when writing essays for school. It also saves me time because I can focus more on learning rather than fixing small mistakes. I feel that I’m learning both grammar and academic style at the same time. 

john s.

 

  • Change your phone or social media to English.

  • Think in English instead of translating from your language.

  • Follow English-speaking YouTubers, TikTokers, or bloggers about your interests.

 

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