Alena Kopalina
Articles by Alena Kopalina: Practical tips.
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The main problem for most of us is that we are used to studying “at a desk.” That means setting aside an hour to an hour and a half, getting into study mode, sitting down, laying out the textbook, picking up a pen, opening a notebook… And of course, at that moment…
I would like to say that learning a language starts with knowing exactly why you need it. But let’s assume you already have a goal and are struggling to choose between textbooks, courses and YouTube lessons. Here is a list of…
A few tips for anyone taking their first tentative steps in French or another language but already keen to watch films in the original. Turn on subtitles, preferably in the original language, so you get used not only to hearing, but…
When you need to say something in a foreign language, you suddenly find yourself speechless. Fear freezes you, your voice shakes, and you worry about saying something foolish, choosing the wrong words or sounding unnatural…
