E29 Seven Reasons Why English Is An Easy Foreign Language to Learn

🤔Are you convinced that it is impossible to learn English? What if I told you that English was actually an easy language to learn? Would you believe me?

🎧On today's episode of the Learn English Podcast, we focus on the positives of learning English. Even though English can be challenging to learn, there are many aspects that make it easier than other languages. From the grammar, shared vocabulary with other languages, and informality of spoken English, there are a lot of reasons to think English is easy. This episode aims to boost your confidence and remind you of the advantages of learning English. Remember, keep practicing and you'll reach your fluency goals!

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📜 SOURCES Steve Kaufmann: https://youtube.com/@Thelinguist

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📝 Vocabulary list:

1) conjugate (verb): to change the form of a verb depending on tense (past, present, future) or person (I, you, he/she/it, we, they)

2) declension (noun): the system of changing the form of a noun to show its grammatical role in a sentence (subject, object, etc.)

3) gender (noun): the grammatical classification of nouns as masculine, feminine, or neuter (not applicable in English for nouns)

4) subjunctive tense (noun): a verb mood used to express a wish, possibility, or hypothetical situation

5) cognate (noun): a word in one language that is related to a word in another language due to a common origin

6) boost (verb): to increase or improve something

7) discouraged (adjective): feeling a lack of hope or confidence

8) advantage (noun): a benefit or something helpful

9) straightforward (adjective): simple and easy to understand

10) informality (noun): the lack of formality or strictness

11) rigid (adjective): following strict rules, unwilling to change.

12) barrier (noun): something that hinders progress or communication.

13) grateful (adjective): appreciative or thankful