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ˈlæŋɡwɪdʒ
noun
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A method of communication used by humans, consisting of spoken and written words structured in specific ways.
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Learning a new language can be exciting.
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tongue, dialect, speech, communication, vernacular, idiom
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silence, inactivity, muteness, speechlessness, quietness, stillness
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ˌdɛdɪkeɪʃən
noun
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The quality of being committed to a task or purpose; devotion.
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Dedication is the key to success.
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commitment, devotion, loyalty, determination, perseverance, resolve
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neglect, indifference, apathy, carelessness, laziness, abandonment
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ɡoʊlz
noun
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The object of a person's ambition or effort; an aim or desired result.
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Setting clear goals makes work easier.
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objectives, targets, aims, purposes, ambitions, intentions
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aimlessness, indifference, purposelessness, confusion, randomness, chaos
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ˈpræktɪs
noun
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The actual application or use of an idea, belief, or method; repeated exercise in or performance of an activity or skill.
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Daily practice improves fluency.
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exercise, training, rehearsal, drill, repetition, preparation
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inactivity, neglect, abandonment, idleness, inaction, passivity
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kənˈsɪstənsi
noun
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The quality of achieving a level of performance which does not vary greatly in quality over time.
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Consistency is essential in learning.
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regularity, uniformity, stability, reliability, steadiness, persistence
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inconsistency, irregularity, variability, instability, unreliability, changeability
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ˈflæʃkɑːrdz
noun
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Cards containing small amounts of information, held up for students to see, as an aid to learning.
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Flashcards help in quick memorization.
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study cards, memory cards, learning aids, revision cards, prompt cards, cue cards
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simplicity, complexity, confusion, disorder, chaos, randomness
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ˈlæŋɡwɪdʒ æps
noun
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Mobile or computer applications designed to help users learn new languages through interactive lessons and exercises.
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Language apps make learning easier.
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language software, learning applications, educational apps, language tools, study apps, digital tutors
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non-digital methods, offline learning, traditional methods, paper-based learning, classroom teaching, manual instruction
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ˈɔːdioʊ ˈlɛsənz
noun
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Educational content delivered through sound recordings, typically used for language learning and skill development.
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Audio lessons are useful for listening skills.
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sound lessons, recorded tutorials, listening exercises, audio tutorials, voice lessons, spoken lessons
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visual lessons, text-based learning, written instruction, silent study, reading materials, graphic content
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ɪˈmɜːrs
verb
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To involve oneself deeply in a particular activity or interest; to surround completely.
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Immerse yourself in the new language.
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submerge, absorb, engross, involve, engage, surround
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detach, withdraw, surface, emerge, separate, distance
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ˈmuːviz
noun
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A story or event recorded by a camera as a set of moving images and shown in a theater or on television.
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Watching movies helps in language learning.
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films, cinema, motion pictures, flicks, shows, videos
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books, still images, photographs, paintings, static art, silent media
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sɔːŋz
noun
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A short poem or other set of words set to music or meant to be sung.
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Listen to songs to learn pronunciation.
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music, melodies, tunes, ballads, hymns, anthems
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silence, speechlessness, muteness, quietness, stillness, soundlessness
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ˈpɒdkɑːsts
noun
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A digital audio or video file or recording, usually part of a themed series, that can be downloaded from a website to a media player or computer.
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Podcasts are great for improving listening.
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audio shows, radio programs, digital broadcasts, audio series, streaming shows, audio content
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live radio, non-recorded audio, live broadcasts, real-time shows, unedited content, spontaneous audio
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ˈsʌbˌaɪtəlz
noun
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Captions displayed at the bottom of a movie or television screen that translate or transcribe the dialogue or narrative.
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Use subtitles for better understanding.
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captions, text overlay, closed captions, translations, transcriptions, screen text
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no captions, no text display, audio only, visual only, unsubsidized content, pure audio
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wɜːrdz
noun
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A single distinct meaningful element of speech or writing, used with others to form communication.
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Learning new words expands vocabulary.
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terms, vocabulary, expressions, language, lexicon, terminology
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silence, no sound, muteness, speechlessness, quietness, wordlessness
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freɪzɪz
noun
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A small group of words standing together as a conceptual unit, typically forming a component of a clause.
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Learn common phrases for daily use.
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expressions, idioms, sayings, terms, clauses, word groups
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sentences, paragraphs, full statements, complete thoughts, long passages, extended text
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