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Best language learning resources? (Besides Duolingo) (lemmygrad.ml)

submitted 3 months ago* (last edited 3 months ago) by Jennie@lemmygrad.ml to c/comradeship@lemmygrad.ml

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I made it my NYR this year to learn a second language and while I picked Russian at first I switched to Spanish for a few different reasons. I've been using Duolingo for about 6 months now but have gotten to the point (I'm around A2 if not very early B1 fluency) where I just don't find it very helpful on its own anymore and the new stuff I learn just doesn't stick to my mind as good anymore.

I'd like to start incorporating other resources into my learning (which was the plan from the start) but have no idea where to start. I've incorporated note writing as well as flashcards into my learning as of a couple months ago, as well as trying to hold basic Spanish conversations with other people, but this is only really effective for perfecting what I've already studied.

To anyone who learned Spanish or really any language, do you know of any other resources for learning the language?

Gracias.

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[–] Makan@lemmygrad.ml 4 points 3 months ago (2 children)

Honestly, avoid Duolingo, even for Spanish.

[–] Jennie@lemmygrad.ml 5 points 3 months ago (1 children)

A lot of people say this but I found it useful as a beginner tool personally, I have ADHD and Duolingo was simply what I found to be the best entry tool for this reason due to its game element. The app basically being freemium at this point is a big problem I have with it but I don't think I would have been able to get into the habit of practicing without it. That said it has fulfilled its purpose for me and I don't use it that much anymore.

[–] Makan@lemmygrad.ml 2 points 3 months ago

Alright.

You know what? Do what's best for you. I'll make another post with some pointers and suggestions, but don't listen to others when it doesn't suit you because honestly? You know you best when it comes to language-learning.