Implementing Foreign Language- 5 Days of Foreign Language

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Through the week, I’ve talked about the why, which, and how {sort-of} of foreign language. Regardless of all those {why do you want to learn a language; which program will you use; will you make your own program}, implementing a second language into your life, not just the ‘classes’, will help to solidify the language for you.

What are some ways to implement this language into your life, not just for when you are using a program? “Implement” means to fulfill, perform, carry out, to put into effect according to or by means of a definite plan or procedure (according to Dictionary.com). When using a program or a curriculum it is laid out and planned for how you will use the language. But of when you’re not using it. Okay, I think I’ve made my point: How will you put foreign language to work in your every day life.

Bottom line: Use it. I really don’t know how else to simply state it. Use it, or lose it. Trust me on this one; I know.

Greet your family and friends in your new language. Refer to dishes and utensils in the language. Describe your clothes with the language you are learning. If there is a word or phrase that you do not know yet- have not yet learned- find out what it is and use it. Hopefully your family and friends will be understanding and helpful. If not, well, you can just as easily walk around talking to yourself about what you see and hear. You could have conversations with yourself. I sincerely hope that you will have support though. *wink*

Learn songs in your second language and sing them to others. Watch movies {with subtitles perhaps?} in this new language. It would be amazing and awesome if you could find others who are also either learning the same language or individuals that speak it already {natives or learned, either is good} to interact with. Try to read a book in the language {quite a neat experience but definitely requires time and patience!}.

But don’t give up. Don’t let it go. A second language is like riding a bicycle {which you certainly can ‘forget’ how to do!} and requires patience and practice. In the end, it will be something that will add to you as an individual; it will add to your character and your perception of your {and others’} world.

I do hope that you’ve enjoyed this series on foreign language. Please remember, I am not an expert on foreign language, just a lover of languages wishing to share that with others. May God bless you in your endeavors of learning a new language. May you use it to glorify Him {and have some fun with it!}.

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