Asking the best tips for language learning....

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Hey everyone,

Just wanted to post about language learning. I've picked up and see if anyone has some wisdom to share. I currently working on A1 French.

It's been a really fun experience so far. I'm trying to use apps, watch kids cartoon in my target language, listening to podcasts, etc to get the hang of it. It's amazing when you start recognizing words, but I've realized there's a huge difference between memorizing vocabulary and actually speaking.

Right now, I'm at the stage where I know a bunch of words, but trying to form a sentence feels like my brain is buffering. The pronunciation is also a unique challenge to me especially with English is not my first language.

So I wanted to ask this random, or maybe you have much better:

Has anyone here ever tried to learn a new language as an adult? How did it go for you? What did you learn from the experience?

Do you have any general tips for learning something new or memorizing information? It could be for anything, not just language!

How do you stay motivated with a long-term goal or hobby? I'm realizing consistency is key, but it can be tough.

And a long shot – if there are any French speakers here, I'd love to hear your story.

Appreciate any thoughts or stories you're willing to share.

Thanks!