How to build a daily study routine that lasts
A daily study routine keeps you learning after the first month, when the excitement fades. How to make it small, fixed and hard to skip.
Bridgeword
Latest posts
-
-
False friends in English, German and Spanish
False friends are words that look the same in two languages but mean different things. The ones that trip up English, German and Spanish speakers most.
-
The shadowing technique: speak along to sound natural
The shadowing technique means speaking along with a recording, a moment behind it. How to do it, what to listen to, and how it helps you sound natural.
-
Graded readers: start reading in a new language early
Graded readers are books written for learners, with a limited set of words. How to choose the right level and read them so you learn.
-
Spaced repetition: remember new words for longer
Spaced repetition means reviewing a word just before you would forget it. How it works, and how to use it without spending hours on flashcards.
-
How to run a language exchange that keeps going
A language exchange pairs you with someone who speaks the language you are learning. How to find a partner, split the time and keep it going.