The study of foreign languages has become much more common.
The study of the English language is becoming more and more common. Unlike children, who seem to have greater facility and brain plasticity to make the necessary connections and successfully learn a second language, for adults this is often a great challenge. However, this does not mean that they cannot learn.
This does not mean that an adult cannot achieve it, because with the necessary tools and a true commitment, the learning process is possible”, says Eduardo Icaza, academic director of the North American Ecuadorian Center (CEN).
Icaza stresses that adults should wisely select the language they want to learn. “English, for example, is the official language of 59 countries around the world, and is considered a lingua franca; in fact, people who do not have a common language prefer to communicate through English globally. In addition, it is widely recognized in the world as the language of international business, diplomacy, science, aviation, information technology, tourism, as well as communications and the Internet”, he indicates.
The time that an adult manages to learn the language correctly will depend on their motivation and dedication, as well as the hours of study and practice.
Tip to learn English
1. Start with the basic verbs and the formulation of questions
One of the keys to mastering English is that the adult manages to write in that language, and for this, the ideal is to prioritize the knowledge of basic verbs, such as to be, to get, to have, among others.
2. Concentrate on learning frequently used vocabulary
The acquisition of vocabulary gives a person more confidence and allows him to develop his oral skills. “In general, these words have to do with daily activities,” explains Icaza.
3. Change the language of the cell phone and the computer to English
These changes help to enrich the vocabulary. According to the CEN representative, “to soak up the language it is not necessary to live in a country where English is the official language, but rather by using little tricks such as changing the language of the devices we use on a daily basis.”
4. Read news in English
An alternative that allows the person to become familiar with the correct use of the language in a real context.
5. Use the dictionary instead of the translator
In order to understand the true meaning of a word, as well as the different uses it can have in different contexts, it is always preferable to use a good English language dictionary. “The advantage of using the dictionary is that it will not translate the word, but rather it will give its meaning in English, and this in turn allows the adult to integrate a wide network of new words,” explains Icaza.
6. Attend English courses for adults
Opting for English courses forces the person to have frequent opportunities to practice the language and provides support with any questions they may have. (I)
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