The right and wrong way to learn a language through TV and movies

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I am making my third attempt to study a language through television. The first two times I didn't do all that well but this time i plan on kicking ass!


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Okay... Before you think of kicking ass, I hope yours don't get kicked. Lol.

TV Shows and Movies works for me. I don't know beyond the beginner level in many languages, but I figured that doing it through TV shows helps alot with the listening aspect of the whole learning process. It also helps to keep it fun and keep the excitement alive. But to be honest, this won't be much help if anyone used it as the only medium of learning the language.

As for the text and ability to pronounce them, it's better to go through normal learning process.

Watching an episode more than once is not something I'm capable of doing. I'm too impatient for that. Lol.

Nice one though ✌️

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Well Cantonese kicked my ass, that's for sure. Japanese though, we have this complicated dance we are doing. I can remember all 5 of the words I studied yesterday without any trouble 😀

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I will never forget what a coworker once told me that if you want to learn a new language fluently just find a girlfriend or significant other. I think one of the principles I learned from what he said is that we remember things based on how strong our emotions are during the state in which we learn them.

Hence why people who are passionate at one thing typically excel in an astronomical way. So since language is your passion it seems or one of you are able to assimilate more and more information. I'd recommend joining discord groups or maybe even starting a language exchange section here on hive that meets up in discord or something. There are so many unique ways nowadays to learn, grow, and network that never existed before.
!Pizza

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That makes a lot of sense when you put it that way. I've heard that before but usually just a casual "hey have fun!" Kind of way. The emotional aspect though, it's really important. I try to revolve my life around the things that I feel most passionate about

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Good luck XD

I'm assuming the right and wrong ways are explained in the videos and meanwhile I shall continue postulating that right and wrong are subjective XD

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The video was actually footage of me rollerskating naked in Shinjuku

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Sounds hazardous x_x

says the person who always wears wrist and knee guards because of how they land XD

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ワンピースいいですよねぇ~。他には、ネットフリックスで観るアニメだと日本語字幕も出るので、かなり勉強になるみたいですよぉ~。 そして、辞書はApple無料アプリ、「imiwa?」 ←これ、すごく便利!(例文がもはや、神レベル!) お互いに言語の勉強がんばりましょーね。
まぁ、ビールでも飲んで気楽に、そして気長に楽しくやりましょうね。😉👏
🍺 !BEER 🍺

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英語ペラペラだと思った!まあ、僕も日本語ペラペラだとよく言われますけど、いろいろわからないんですよね。IMIWAはしらないからおしえてくれてありがとう!ONE PIECE長いからこそ単語全部知るために勉強するっていい目的だと思います

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英語は、「そこそこ」ペラペラなんだけど、まだまだ習う事がたくさんあるなーって思ってます。でも今はスウェーデンで働いてるから、スウェーデン語を勉強してるよー。わたしは「言語オタク」なので、フランス語やスペイン語も話せたらなーって思う。無理かな?😆

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スペイン語も?一緒に勉強しようか?discordを使っている?

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Discord 使ってるよー。 でも、まずはフランス語頑張ってるよー。 スペイン語は、ぷーた、ぷーた、ぐらいしか話せないよ😆

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Here is a detailed summary article about the episode:

Leveraging TV and Movies for Language Learning

The host, a language learning expert with over 14 years of experience, discusses his approach to using TV shows and movies as a supplementary tool for studying languages. While many people treat media as a primary study method, the host explains that for most learners, it is more effective as a way to stay engaged and interested in the language, rather than a direct path to fluency.

The host shares his own struggles with using media for language learning, particularly when it comes to listening comprehension. He finds that if he has subtitles on, his brain automatically focuses on reading the text rather than processing the audio. Without subtitles, he often struggles to follow the dialogue. This is a common challenge, as the host notes that listening is one of the hardest skills, especially in languages like Japanese.

To make media more effective for study, the host has experimented with different techniques. One approach is to stop the video after each sentence, identify new vocabulary and grammar, and note them down. However, this can quickly become overwhelming as the number of new words accumulates, especially for longer shows.

More recently, the host has started using the anime series One Piece as a language learning tool. Despite initially avoiding anime due to cultural differences, he has come to appreciate the depth and social commentary in many shows. He sees One Piece as an opportunity to learn a large volume of diverse vocabulary and expressions, given the wide range of settings and characters.

The host's new strategy for studying One Piece involves watching each episode three times. First, he identifies 5-10 key vocabulary words. The second viewing is a slower, more focused watch to understand the sentences. Then, every 5-10 episodes, he reviews the previous content to reinforce the language.

The host believes this approach of repeated exposure, vocabulary extraction, and review will be more effective than simply watching episodes once and trying to memorize everything. He acknowledges that language learning, especially at higher levels, requires consistent practice and repetition to move words from passive to active vocabulary.

Overall, the host's experience highlights the nuances of using media for language learning. While it can be a valuable supplement, it requires a strategic approach tailored to the individual's learning style and needs. By experimenting with different techniques, the host aims to maximize the benefits of TV and movies in his ongoing language studies.