#languagelearning

I know there are plenty of languages/vocabulary learning apps around, but are there any (I could use) for short trips? So focusing on things like ordering a beer or a coffee, asking for the bill, buying a bus ticket to somewhere, basics like “hello” and “thank you”…
Specifically looking for Hungarian and Romanian, from English or Dutch.
#LanguageLearning #iOS #app

gestatten - to allow
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Es ist nicht gestattet, in diesem Bereich zu rauchen.

Smoking is not allowed in this area.

#LearnGerman #German #Languagelearning #deutsch

Today I was called 二货 ("erhuo"), which means "fool" and which I realised sounds very similar to the #Japanese word 安保/アホ ("aho").

So I assumed that must mean アホ comes from 二货, right?
But no, turns out アホ comes from Classical Chinese, and 二货 is modern Chinese slang.
So then that must mean 二货 comes from Japanese instead?

But that doesn't appear to be the case either.. So are they just similar in meaning and pronunciation by random?

Help me!

#Chinese #LanguageLearning

@life
Language learning is pretty patient. There's a brief setback when learning is interrupted, but it comes back quickly when its resumed. I finished formally learning français 50 years ago but I can still dust it off and make conversation, when the opportunity arises. Now that I've joined a language exchange group, I can alternate between French, Korean, and English. I love it!
#LanguageLearning

Just published:

Supplementing CEFR-graded vocabulary lists for language learners by leveraging information on dictionary views, corpus frequency, part-of-speech, and polysemy

A machine-learning method to suggest word candidates for CEFR-graded vocabulary lists.

https://doi.org/10.1057/s41599-025-05446-y

- We compare 4 machine-learning algorithms: Regression trees, ordinal logistic regression, random forests, & naïve Bayes
- All are better than a random baseline (approx. double the accuracy).
- From these we use random forests (2k trees) to impute the #CEFR level of previously unlabeled words

#linguistics #CEFR #frequency #dictionary #LanguageLearning

My Anki reviews for the first half of the year have been chaotic, but I can explain! First I broke my elbow and didn’t feel like doing Anki, then I kind of got back on track, but motivation kept going up and down. Then I was sick last week, and dropped Anki again.

I did study today though! I have 300 cards to review and went through 100 of them which is not bad. I’ll try to catch up this week, and hopefully it’ll be the beginning of a new streak!
#Anki #LanguageLearning

Just learning few chinese characters a day, and realised that the name for Deutschland/ germany deguo 德国, the 德 also stands for kindness, morality, ethics that is quite a thing to uphold with current political stand in germany#mandarin #languagelearning

If you're trying to learn a new language, I can recommend https://www.colanguage.com/ - instructors often have try-before-you-buy, a good range of prices, easy web payments and I found a solid person on my first try #Deutsch #LanguageLearning #fremdsprache

Dear Duolingo: How do I get better at pronunciation in my new language?

- Listen attentively to tricky sounds
- Give yourself permission to speak slower
- Prioritize effective communication
- Read Aloud
- Record Yourself
- Identify Lapses
- IMPROVE
- REPEAT
-

Ref:
https://blog.duolingo.com/improve-pronunciation-in-new-language-tips/
#duolingo #languagelearning #pronunciationtips

Just launched: MandarinMap GPT — your AI-powered companion for learning Mandarin!

Built on my Mapping Mandarin™ method, this GPT helps learners:

Build natural Mandarin sentences
Understand word order & vocabulary
Get Pinyin with proper spacing
Follow standard tone rules (like 一 → yí, 不 → bú)

It’s clear, encouraging, and focused on expression, not just correction.

Try it here https://tinyurl.com/4amh74dk

#mandarin_china #mandarin #chinese #chatGPT #MandarinLearning #LanguageLearning #EdTech #MappingMandarin #OpenAI #MandarinMapGPT #language #polyglot #multilingual #languagelovers

Learning #German as a Polish native:
- We have 4 cases.
- Yes, I know what they are, we have 7 of them.
- The verbs take a different form for every person.
- That's only logical.
- And we gender our nouns.
- Well, obviously.

Learning German as an English speaker:
*confusion and panic*

Continued in comment.

#langtoot #languagelearning

#cdrama #TheStoryOfMingLan

#LanguageLearning is so fun when something clicks!

I knew the Mandarin symbol for person was 人

The TV show I'm watching has people in prison with this Mandarin symbol on the back of their clothes: 囚

A person in a box. A prisoner.

That just makes too much sense!

Das ist nicht mein Bier - not my cup of tea, not my problem
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Politische Diskussionen sind nicht mein Bier.

Political discussions are not my cup of tea.

#LearnGerman #German #Languagelearning #deutsch

I’ve finished my first real book in #French: Maigret’s premier case « Pietr-le-Letton » by Georges #Simenon. Having only read short crime stories and abridged texts in French before, this one was much more complex regarding the language and also the plot. But I’ve really enjoyed it and can totally recommend #Maigret novels to other learners. Any ideas on suitable contemporary books for French learners? Maybe something romantic? #francais #language #languagelearning #crime #books #bookstodon

zumindest - at least
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Wir sollten zumindest die wichtigsten Punkte besprechen, bevor wir eine Entscheidung treffen.

We should at least discuss the most important points before making a decision.

#LearnGerman #German #Languagelearning #deutsch

Looking for opinions on independent language learning tools (apps, programs, etc). Anyone have thoughts, recommendations, words to the wise?

#Languages #LanguageLearning #FediRecommends

@mmiasma
I’m honestly enjoying it more and more all the time! I’m finding more learning resources and supports, including a language exchange group that meets twice a week in my neighborhood There are a 1/2 dozen or more Korean speakers and learners in the group so I’m beginning to make back and forth conversation.
#LanguageLearning

Any opinions on language learning tools, dear #fediverse ?

I know about #duolingo , but are there good alternatives? Is there a reason not to use Duolingo?

Specifically: to (try to) learn basic Hungarian as a native German and English speaker.

#languages #languagelearning

Retoots helpful and welcome!

Edit: thanks for all the helpful replies!

Native American teachers join push to save at-risk Indigenous languages
By Chris Fitzpatrick

A powerful language teaching method from the US is being trialled in Central Australia, offering new hope for languages on the brink of extinction.

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-07-13/native-american-fluency-model-indigenous-language-alice-springs/105462642

#AboriginalLanguage #LanguageLearning #AccessToEducation #Aboriginal #ChrisFitzpatrick

Near the end of June, I reached the milestone of 150 hours learning te reo Māori. My current goals are to do consistent practice, build up comprehension in reading and listening, and steadily increase my vocabulary and grammatical knowledge.

https://skivling.codeberg.page/te-reo-150hr/

#TeReoMāori #TeReo #LearningTeReo #LanguageLearning @languagelovers