HOW TO IMPROVE FOREIGN LANGUAGE REALLY FAST

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I speak Korean, English and Chinese (for Chinese I'm not at a fluent level yet but working my way!) and a lot of people ask me "how" I was able to improve so fast without having to study abroad. It's not a rocket science, it's the simplest logic in the world, YOU'VE JUST GOTTA ENJOY IT!!!
Recap:
1. Have a strong enough WHY
2. Go talk to strangers
3. Make TONS of Mistakes
4. Work Hard, Everyday
Tags: How to Improve Foreign Language Really Fast (Korean, Chinese, English) How I learned English, How I learned Chinese, How I learned Korean

[@Pettejj]

This is really late, but I've been learning Korean for almost 6 months now and to be honest, when I'm learning Korean I forget about everything else that stresses me out. I can have so many school assignments to be done and important tests coming up, but when I sit down and study Korean I just relax. I love it incredibly much, even though I can get really irritated when I can't seem to fully understand something.

[@turnerbrentley3504]

i dont mean to be off topic but does any of you know of a trick to log back into an Instagram account?? I was stupid forgot my login password. I appreciate any assistance you can offer me

[@kyrawright3731]

@@turnerbrentley3504 have you tried changing your password ??

[@kyrawright3731]

i agree, but i get so caught in trying to learn the language that i forget to study for my exams😭

[@noemi8872]

Same for me!❤

[@Mark-hr9rm]

My "Why" is so I can understand my Chinese wife when she is nagging me, ( on second thoughts, this might be a bad idea haha )

[@CitylightsMac]

This is fantastic and uplifting. Best wishes in your continued endeavours! 谢谢

[@desireeluciano]

You're so amazing! I'm glad you've found a home with other weirdos like us :P

[@RUKMANI308]

Your video is really inspirational and I am going to work really hard in my language learning journey, thanks for sharing your tips. Btw I am learning Korean (still a beginner)

[@jos8143]

how has your korean improved :)?

[@RUKMANI308]

@@jos8143 Hey, yup~ It's been 2years and I am still learning Korean every day and just started learning Chinese too. hehe I'm working in a Korean company now as an Interpreter/ translator. Thank you for asking me it made me sit down and study a bit because of the lockdown situation I've been procrastinating a lot.

[@jos8143]

Rukssi룩시 omg thats so good :)))) i would have had a year already but i stopped studying:(. i regret it but i’m trying to study again , it’s still hard but i’ll get through it

[@sua1875]

Rukssi룩시 how about now?

[@RUKMANI308]

@@sua1875 about what? 🙃

[@nayahun2]

For me, I am working on my English and French. From that experience, I learned that getting rid of mind barrier is important, the fact that you are speaking in other language with foreigners shouldn't be a big deal but a natural activity from daily practice. It took me long time to be able to speak in English, but French was a bit more easy after realizing the importance of destroying the mind barrier. For example, after learning English, I learned French in France, I had to receive a call, although my level of French was very poor, I was able to convey my idea using basic French. At that moment, I realized that I can say in French what I know. By working on English, I was able to destroy the mind barrier, which would come when I need to speak in foreign language and I was able to deal with just language not something else. If it didn't destroy the barrier, I wouldn't be able to speak in French via the phone, although it was a very basic conversation. Korean students already put lots of efforts and have a capacity in grammar but they can't really speak much. It is not a language issue but something else. and In that sense, the education should be changed.

[@KoreanwithMissVicky]

nayahun2 Thank you! :) Language learning is also an inside job, just like every other part of life is!

[@englishwithsalihhager1254]

C'est très bien et bonne courage mon ami

[@beverlybarrera8921]

Hi! I am kinda struggling because English is my barrier at college but I want to learn Korean. But I feel intimidated because I live in America so English is the main things I should master. But I don’t feel confident speaking English! I don’t know why but I feel that if I learn Korean I will be able to break that barrier of confidence! I may sound stupid but do you think that will help me? Just some advice what would recommend me? Should I study and focus on my English, or just later I can learn another language? Or give a try and see?

[@user-sy5fn6cd1h]

Chinese students too.We always fear to open mouth to speak out, worrying about grammar and accent.Actually, these are not important points.Why we learn foreign languages is for letting foreigners understand what we are saying.It's about communication rather than others

[@stepig84]

Just discovered your channel today and really liking the it! There are many ways we can work on becoming the best version of ourselves... Also, learning Chinese!

[@ronroeder1751]

This was such an inspiring video! I am learning Chinese!

[@KoreanwithMissVicky]

Yay! :)

[@theoschoendube]

You are someone whom I would like to ask a loooot of questions! You are inspirational! Much love Theo from South Africa 🇿🇦

[@rdieser2331]

Your content is so inspirational, uplifting and funny! Thanks for being so candid^~^ I look forward to more of your videos! 정말 감사합니다

[@ayoitsk]

Thank you so much for making these videos! Your tips in your other video really helped me refine how I learn. Now I'm just trying to figure out the balance between two jobs school and a social life. Haha, please keep the videos coming! :) 谢谢!

[@languageadventurerme5432]

Great information. Very motivational. Very good insight on how to learn a language. I'm currently studying Korean and Chinese. It's hard, but enjoying the challenge of studying and learning more and more everyday.

[@rosewood3294]

This is so inspiring. I'm going to work on my English skills now. Thank you for making this video. Hoping to watch more videos of you teaching us to be better in learning languages.

[@FoodShowFan]

Too cuteeee ❤️ and GREAT perspective. Thank you Vicky~!

[@Sofia-qz8ol]

you are so lovely! because of you now I got the courage to publish a comment here, since I'm not a native speaker and I am afraid of making mistakes (one of my hardships overall). you are one of those "beautiful from the inside and out!". so keep making quality content and Jiayou!

[@newtonchakma3826]

Your videos inspire me a lot... 감사합니다.

[@sabrinacheri3264]

I know this video is a year and a half old now, but I just found it. I never thought that someone could put my feelings about languages into words (ironic haha). Thank you for sharing and teaching people the realities of such a powerful topic (wow I wrote "powerful" right when you said it in the video [@5:37]; are we language twins?) :D Can't wait to see where you'll go in your journey!!

[@leaf-ci1vy]

I can clearly see that you (our lovely teacher) went through a tough time. That's a huge achievement that you definitely deserve! 🎉 Sending you LOVE~❤.

[@lunaflaneur]

i totally agree with you that u consider English as a door to new wide world from this suffocate small peninsula. You arw very inspiring Vicky. Thank you !

[@CherylMae]

Your videos are inspiring. Thank you!

[@dhonchung5056]

Oh....I really like ..also it hit me hard when u said if you love some one and they don't love u back ..don't feel bad instead embrace this beautiful moment ..I really love this ..❣️❣️thank u...

[@minvly]

How about making a video that introduces your favorite words?! I remember that 'savor' is one of your favorite word. I want to know what else there are. You give me so much inspiration. xoxo.

[@rekhamukundan6809]

proud of you ~ it helped me a lot

[@Ka-eros]

It might be a little late but it was incredbly touching and inspirational, especially when you talk of your "WHY" i actually realized you put into words some of my reasons i couldn't truly explain 정말 감사합니다 !!!!!

[@KoreanwithMissVicky]

Thank you sharing your kind thoughts ❤️

[@teobak1]

Thank you for sharing this insightful video. Most people learn foreign language due to external reasons and that is ok, and it can still be effective. I am most grateful to my mom "forcing" me to learn English because it is my main language now. Also, at an earlier age, the brain learns and retains much easier. When you are younger, we can not distinguish and appreciate what is valuable to us later in life. So, thank you moms! What helped me learn English faster was watching TV in English while also putting the hard work behind the scenes.

[@DeeDee25ism]

This was a lovely video. Thank you!

[@vincentlui1456]

Hi, I have stumbled upon your youtube channel and found that your videos are plentiful. I know many people find it hard to speak English as natively or as fluently as possible. Honestly, I master English as a hobby because that's what I am constantly driven to learn English. Also, I agree with you that we need to ask ourselves why we learn English because it motivates us to master or discover more and more.

[@goldenbee-army-of-bts]

Your videos always help me. When I need motivation I watch your videos. It gives me the charge I need. So thanks to you. Love you little sister.

[@user-kd4gz4rx5s]

Hey, Vicky! It's a pleasure to watch a video with you after a year since we've met. I'm really thinking a lot about how free you seem to be while speaking, that's really what I crave to archieve, such freedom. I have to say that fluency is strongly connented with personality and with taking risks, being brave and so cool it is that you're let yourself be a little bit weirdo, because seems that's only made you more unique person and more successful with languages - that is what i've just thought.

[@KoreanwithMissVicky]

Варвара Пахомова Verya!! I really appreciate this comment!!! Thank you for being one of the people to embrace my weirdness 😍I miss you!

[@hotelmahanuge5039]

very useful, thanks. do more. good luck

[@janeswan2767]

You did a great job! 说得很对！

[@artpena72]

I love this video, many of the points you make are spot on for me, i learn for many of the same reasons and i can also add that because of my age, it helps my memory and mental ability, and i hope that it's a way to meet new and motivating people like you who inspire us to be better. I love your teaching method and it's inspiring since sometimes i feel like i hit a wall in my korean learning, Keep up the great work, we really appreciate it even though sometimes we don't have the opportunity to say it outloud. God bless

[@umutaslan1440]

Trust me I am a Turkish guy and I feel exactly the same as you here. My whole language journey was same as you and developed exactly the same way. Now English, Korean, and Chinese became everything you said to me: Liberation, a big hobby, challenging myself, narrowing and dumb influences my country and culture has on me.. 누나 진짜 약속합니다. 언니랑 만날 수 없어도 너무 열심히 연습하고 어느 날 한국과 중국, 대만, 홍콩, 싱가포르 등... 가겠습니다. 지금도 이 꿈이 실현되려고 항상 노력합니다. I just laugh because even though we live in the other edges of the world how similar we are. 我希望你一個快樂生活

[@lada64]

thank you for the positive mood :)谢谢你的积极心情 :)

[@qiucarol1117]

Good job!Finally i am here!

[@KoreanwithMissVicky]

Yay! My favorite Chinese person♥

[@jordanabarcelos3733]

Very good advices. That’s all true. When i was in a distance relationship with a Chinese girl, i was doing very well with my Chinese studies, but now... it’s being harder 😂. Hey, i’m glad i found you on KZbin. Your channel is unique. Thanks for your videos!

[@rk6483]

Thank u so much for this video!!❤️ I'm learning Japanese for 1 year and 3 months now. Also I started learning Korean couple of days ago. Idk if it's bad to learn two different languages at the same time. Wish me good luck🥺😂✌🏼 Also I can Speak English, Croatian and German. I moved to Germany 4 years ago so I had to learn German too. At the same time I learned English. But me loves it 😂

[@tonikinsella]

This video really inspired me, im currently learning korean through university and im struggling to keep up, this gave me so much motivation to find my why.

[@putudewi6393]

new subscribe from Bali 😊....its very inspiring vid.

[@ayushimalviya8846]

this video means a lot to me. thank you.

[@chelseady9374]

I'm learning both Chinese and Korean! I'm an Intermediate level for Chinese (HSK 4) and i just finished learning 한글. It's really fun and I love it! My goal for the year is to get to around the upper intermediate/ low advance (HSK 5) level for Chinese and at least know Basic practical korean for traveling. I love your videos a lot. Thank you. 🥰

[@betavulgaris7888]

Astounding level of English. Well done.

[@sophielien1359]

Astounding, you are the first Korean I have known can speak Chinese so good. Forgive me to say, most of Korean I have known seem like to make friends with Americans but not in other nationalities. Your presence and your languages’ skills make whole thing difference to me and eye opening. Your words are such encouraging to me as well. By the way, I really like Korean movies and their foods therefore I am learning their language . Thank you very much, Miss Vicky 😊❤ .

[@mv4163]

Years later, but still helpful. Thank you very much ♥️

[@charlenerago6642]

Thanks for this video. It inspires me to put extra effort and time in learning hangeul, mandarin and nihonggo (got started with hangeul). I want to learn more languages to break that "language barrier" and make more friends 🤗 Also, I like the idea of sharing thoughts and experiences from different perspectives However, am having difficulty in understanding Batchim Rule 2 : Fortis. Can you explain it in a simple way? Thanks again 😊

[@PassionforDreaming]

I love learning languages to connect with others ^_^ I also make language videos but I'm always looking for ways to improve how I learn. Talking to strangers can be scary but I've met some really cool people out of doing so (: I'm currently studying Korean and Polish

[@edununezsalazar9945]

Great message.

[@manar8918]

You are so beautiful I Really like to watch your videos and even can watch you talk in anything for a long time unlike most of the videos! hope the best for you 쌤 ^^

[@hannaan5462]

I followed your chanel recently but I guess your personality seems very similar to me. Because I am also thought that I hardly understanded by other people and I oftenly regared as some kind of misfits especially in korean culture. You give me inspirations. I will keep studying to mproving my english and to find somewhere I can be accepted Thank you vicky.

[@sbsreddy7188]

I was really getting benefited from your another video on Chinese learning. By the way, which microphone you are using?

[@KoreanwithMissVicky]

S. B. S Reddy I use Shure SM7B

[@sarasamani4417]

Liked your energy

[@g0ktanugo606]

Although i came a little bit late but still going to watch your all videos for motivation

[@NorahIK]

Thats how i always explain it to to the ones who ask me why i learn languages. Languages are keys to new treasures. I'm learning Chinese.

[@deez3]

To me each language is like a new horizon to explore, that's why i'm learning English :/

[@AbdulRahman-vz2ng]

TQVM I am beginner in Mandarin Chinese.My country is Malaysia.Like your tips and tricks.Your suggestion and so on.Will try to get in touch with you regarding the Mandarin Chines.

[@whynot6108]

Cool video!

[@yongming01]

한국인인데 너무 멋있어요 제 미국 친구랑 얘기하다가 빅키쌤 채널을 추천받았어요, 언니ㅠㅠ 저한테도 영어가 그래요 언니가 그렇게 얘기해주시니까 더 힘이 나요. 저랑 같은 생각으로 공부를 시작했던 언니가 영어를 이렇게 하시는 걸 보니 용기가 나요, 저도 숨이 너무 막혀요. 그래서 더 씩씩하게 공부할게요.

[@KoreanwithMissVicky]

따뜻한 댓글 정말 감사합니다 🙏❤ 저두 응원할게요⭐🤗

[@Islagibson42]

Really high value content :) thanks for being so honest!!!

[@jorgebarcenas7807]

Nice video! Thanks for the tips. How should I go by finding someone who can not only help me improve my English but also help improve my communication skills on how to start, end and maintain a conversation. Since a kid I've always been like an introvert.. quiet, private, but not shy. But I will change that, I'm soon going to start my own digital marketing agency and I want to be able to build relationships with business owners communicate with them and make sure Im able to do a presentation that will be simple for them to understand.. I most of the times make it seem complicated.

[@beverlybarrera8921]

Hi Jorge! I feel same, I lack of communication skills in my native language and now that I am America studying like a normal person, I feel insecure and I don’t speak my English because of the lack of communication! I am introvert person and I feel panic talking with people or having just normal conversations. I am getting overwhelmed because I struggle my English at college and feeling intimidated by society that I have to get out of my comfort zone! And the worst things is that I am not sure about my career so I feel lost! However, I am interesting in learning Korean but I feel that I should focus in My English not other language! What advice could you give me?

[@user-sm4mz4qk4m]

미국에 온지 4년차이고 교사로 일한지 3년차인데 비키님보다 못하는 거 같아 부끄러워요 ㅠ 저도 영어로 말하는거 많이 연습해야 겠어요 ~~~~~ Español 이랑 Chinese 캐쥬얼하게 공부하고 있는데 동기부여가 많이 되요 ~ 영상 감사해요 ~^^

[@ARiteOfPassage09]

I am motivated to learn Korean. Because of 방탄소년단. Not just I want to translate Korean to English but maybe someday I can work in Korea (one of my dream now). I really find it hard to learn Korea as I know for myself that my brain’s capacity is very limited (maybe I’m really dumb) but I still learning that language with all my will. Yes I am already a 25+ years old person but I know I can still learn something. Thank you Miss Vicky. You’re my best 선생님 💜

[@huijae21]

혹시 민사고나 외고 나오셨는지 궁금하네요! 어느 환경에서 영어실력을 쌓으셨는지 궁금해서요 ㅎㅎ 저는 일반인 한국인으로 이정도 영어하려면 솔직히 학교교육이 받쳐줬나?!하는 생각이 들어 질문드려요!ㅎㅎ

[@kellywilson5301]

❤ you seemed really really sweet person, you don’t look weird at all. You are young, smart, beautiful. I like every advice that you are giving with nicely and kindly..

[@znzl1995]

발음도 좋으시구 속도도 빨라서 외국에 살다오신분인줄 알았어요!

[@brandonvasquez1862]

My favorite language mistake was when I was in China with my girlfriend at the time and her mother. They were preparing food for dinner and tried asking them if they needed help. I said "Ni Yao Jiu Ming Ma?" (Don't know the characters) and they both started laughing at me. I didn't realize that "Jiu Ming" means that you are screaming for help and not just asking for help. From then on, I realized that language learning is fun and making mistakes will always help me learn better, especially if it's funny. I'll never forget that "Jiu Ming" means to scream for help and thank god I have this funny story to share.

[@palamena96]

Hi Vicky, is there a Korean translation to this video? I have an adult Korean student who's learning English with me and he seems to be struggling a little bit. I think a big part of that is because he hasn't figured out his strong 'why'. I think showing him this video will motivate him more. Cheers and thank you for being you! :)

[@zy171941]

오잉 추천영상으로 바로뜨네요 ㅎㅎㅎ

[@paulafang7791]

很赞同你的观点哦，很独特很智慧！我也很喜欢你的语音！这也是我在追求的。对了，我现在也在学习韩语，像你学习中文一样，很高兴认识你！

[@user-zi3gd1lh2v]

I found the book which name is Chinese is just repeat of pattern. I want to be as much as You you give me inspiring Thank you!!

[@florenciabotto2883]

I really admire you😘 (Te admiro mucho).

[@Anax-ys1yv]

i love you!!!!!!

[@paulafang7791]

I'm quite curious about the accent that you pick up. like the journey you are taking and what tips you are using hahaha

[@zahangiralam151]

You are one of the most smart and intelligent girl I have ever seen in my life. I envey your deep thoughts.

[@aadribavi]

Love you miss vicky

[@BalwinderKaur-jh5cf]

Well done girl

[@stanfordleeham8922]

Très beau.....merci j'en.... Das ist gut danke schonner

[@sg379eheh]

구체적으로 어떻게 열심히 해야하는지도 영상 찍어주시면 안될까요...? 열심히 해야 하는것은 알겟는데 제가 정말 열심히 하고있는지... 방법이 틀린건지 의문이 들거든요. 마치 '많이 먹는데 살이 안쪄요' 라는 질문처럼요.대부분 살안찌는 사람들은 엄청 조금먹거든요. 근데 자기는 배부름을 느끼니까 많이 먹었다고 얘기를 하는거구요.

[@mowerman4530]

Wow I’m doing all of this already! I’m on the right path lol

[@Brouse5150]

Im learning Chineese And Korean/Hangul and ive learned alot

[@sherintitty6849]

Are u in Italki one to one class?your classes are really well structured and effective..I wish to learn from you..I am trying to learn Korean..

[@holarilly5828]

teacher，you Chinese is great.

[@koreaphilippines7785]

Thanks

[@sakamihikino3889]

Love your videos ! You're super cute, thank you ❣️❣️

[@kannan3801]

In my last video each and every of There are already ...in this video in my unique ... 1.Have a strong why ? do what you love ,Love what you do Till uni,my language was average ... 2.go talk to strangers.

[@bobthurber8845]

I know this is an old video but I teach English in Korea (on the computer) and I use these videos with my students!

[@teehee1404]

I aspire to speak English as articulate and natural as you do.

[@AmjadAli-mx4qq]

I am a teenager and a girl who loves BTS and kpop just like you so i am learning korean but only from your channel. That is bcs i understand so easily with your giude and believe me i learnt hangul in 3 or 4 days

[@terrylupin]

Hello, I am from Colombia, greetings

[@mkayz48]

i would love to learn korean language.

[@jasonjiang6542]

Subscribed

[@performingartist]

We are a mixed American/Chinese family living in Thailand. I pulled the 'you're Asian not Bsian' on my kids today. But I just use it as a joke. Cracked me up to see it here! BTW - I picked that up from my Korean students Hahaha

[@Sakura-zu4rz]

I have a frustrating experience. Not knowing where to begin or hitting a plateau can feel demoralizing and make it hard to hit the books and study like you know you should…Having friends from other cultures makes me more creative. In fresh ways about space and how people create their own world and environment. It is best way to connect between creative thinking and cross-cultural relationships

[@charveygracedumaran2840]

hai,,, Unnie,, im learning from your video, Im also starting to learn Korean and Chinese Language,, I want to tag along with you.

[@yurisenglishdiary]

전 너무너무너무 영어를 못합니다. 일년전에는 지금보다 더더더더더더 못했습니다. 영어도 중국어도 능숙하게 하시네요. 존경해요.

[@minsugassi]

선생님 정말 똑똑하고 예뻐요.💜

[@dansurvivalwherever1306]

👍👍

[@ellalogx]

You are a such inspirational person Vicky ❤ Jesus loves you and He's coming ❤

[@hyujun3375]

love from nepal

[@VG-yh3ci]

Your soul is beautiful

[@UniversoSentido]

My greatitude for you

[@LeaPramstrahler]

You are so cool