Languages | How I ... | Structure My Language Studies

[@seriela]

Yes! I find that color-coding the subject, verb, object, etc. in Korean helps me understand so much better. Fascinating, inspiriational video, as always. Great motivation.

[@SunshineStationery]

Thank you!

[@FishRFrenzNotFood]

I love watching videos like these, it gives me just the right amount of motivation and inspiration to learn a new language!

[@kirstym3910]

Same 😊 plus i love lists and being organised

[@Seiferboi]

How difficult is it to study so many languages? I'm having trouble with one language. I must be doing something wrong.

[@SunshineStationery]

There’s no one way to do it - I like to jump around between different languages (although I usually have one in particular that I’m focusing on more) while other people prefer to focus on one at a time. Both ways are fine! One thing I’ve found helpful in studying multiple languages is to try to pick two very different languages (from different language families, for example) so that I confuse them less in my head....ie Korean & Italian; Arabic & Spanish; etc - I also prefer to focus on one different alphabet system at a time (so, while Arabic and korean are very different, as an English speaker, they would each require me to learn a new writing system, so I’d rather not learn them together....once I’ve learned the alphabet for one completely, I could then focus on the second). Hope that makes sense!

[@Seiferboi]

Sunshine & Stationery Cool! I'm currently learning Esperanto. I thought that once I study this for the rest of this month and August, that I'll move onto another language for each month, learning the basics. I plan on using the language after the month is over, but move onto yet another language. I want to at least learn most of the languages from my heritage.

[@Arianeek3]

When you study it for a while you get a rhythm, so it's kind of automatic learning. When I reach that kind of rhythm I start another language studying :) Another thing you should pay attention is that you will get confused sometimes, as I heard, new languages (not our native) stay in our right side of the brain, so when you forget a word in the new language you're learning you will say that word in the language you already know and it's ok! You just need to get the rhythm and practice a lot :)

[@sissithelapphund4850]

I recomend not taking too many at the same time they tend to mix up

[@Kai-my6lo]

Search for ikenna

[@yaderilopez6362]

A JUNHO STAN, NOW I KNOW I CAN TRUST YOU

[@amum9958]

Can you do a video on your learning notebook? It looks pretty full even though you are on lesson 2, so I am very curious to understand what you note from your lessons, if you have a special system etc. Thanks a lot for sharing!

[@SunshineStationery]

Have you seen my Language Log Update (kzbin.info/www/bejne/qWjKl2mqmpiMosk) ? If that’s not what you’re looking for, let me know and I’ll see what I can do!

[@amum9958]

@@SunshineStationery saw the video you linked and that did help. Thanks so much!!

[@Teletessa]

I love how every now and then there are pictures of a randome handsome Kpop idol, it for sure boosts your motivation lol

[@SunshineStationery]

I mean...yes 😂😍😉

[@christel3742]

This made me laugh out loud. Thank you for this 😂

[@Mel-wz7vs]

I was struggling to figure out how to track my language learning, since I have multiple languages, and multiple ways of studying (apps, videos, writing, podcasts, etc). I'm so glad I found this video, and I hope you don't mind, I'm going to start using your tracker. It shows me everything I want to know. Thank you!

[@SunshineStationery]

go for it!! and happy studies!

[@funnypeopleswim]

Love the photo! Thank you for sharing.

[@TDL-tk3fs]

Great tips and ideas you created in this video, thank you for sharing.

[@waleedalhajjeh4964]

Wow... Just wow. You're amazing 🤓👏🏻

[@Clockworkcityofpain]

Hey I love your system! If you're still a beginner in Korean, I'd recommend the First step Korean and Korean 1 by yonsei university in Coursera. They have short videos explaining the basics in a very detailed way. I use their course and ttmik and I feel that they complement each other really well. And for Italian I'd recommend taking advantage of their huge movie industry. I am intermediate in Italian and I think that Argento movies are amazing in Italian and fairly easy to follow.

[@SunshineStationery]

Thank you so much for the tips! I recently signed up for TTMIK premium but I’ll check out the ones you mentioned, too! And I definitely need to work on watching more content in Italian!

[@clarkbilgrav]

Great ideas to improve my way of studying. Thanks!

[@bluebleedingsapphire]

Hi, can you do an update video of what else you have added in your language journals. Loving this and hope to see how you have used them until now. Thanks

[@SunshineStationery]

I have made a few language videos since this video came out, if you’re interested - I’ll have another video coming in a few weeks, too!

[@bluebleedingsapphire]

Sunshine & Stationery Yes, l did check them out and got some good ideas too for my journals. Can't wait to see your updated version 💜

[@SunshineStationery]

Yay! I’m happy to hear that ☺️

[@zoewu9796]

This is super useful, though I'm not able to produce these amazing notes but I like the way you stay organized!!

[@user-te1vv6ec4k]

I have been looking for a video like this. Thank you!:)

[@LetsBiiny]

This video really helped! Was looking for a video like this :)

[@staceycoates1418]

I am trying to learn French (or at least not forget what little I do know). What music do you like to listen to in French? I imagine that is more of just in daily life, like speaking, for you. The only band I really have listened to in French is Indochine, and while I really do like there music I would like to listen to more than just them.

[@bruin_tea_et_ecriture]

Stacey Coates try cœur de pirate, zaz, Edith Piaf, Jacques trenet, joe Dassin, Jacques Brel, Françoise Hardy, Charles aznavour, Carla Bruni, stromae, this should keep you busy for a bit :)

[@GemnaDaye]

Stacey Coates More suggestions - Coeur de Pirate, Les Soeurs Boulay, and Luc Larochellière (esp Si Fragile)

[@SunshineStationery]

Awesome suggestions!

[@SunshineStationery]

I’m partial to Zaz, but I honestly don’t listen to much French music! 😱😅

[@ሠምራ]

If you're still interested as a French myself I could recommend you other artists maybe less known internationally but based on your tastes.

[@rpenguinboy]

So comprehensive I actually may start organising myself lool

[@heyilikeburgers9421]

Love it😍 I just started a language journal and did this thing where you have the whole month and color the day in where you studied, listened, watched etc. But why do you have these numbers on the left page after "study" or "listen" etc.? I would really like to know😂

[@SunshineStationery]

Those are the numbers of the tombow pens I use! So I don’t forget 😂

[@heyilikeburgers9421]

@@SunshineStationery oh thank you😂

[@mojogroddomyzogrodamipodwa7897]

Great tips, also have a look at 10 Ways Notebook Helps Learn Language

[@aleynapaylan6237]

wow very useful video, thank you. I got very good tips for my language notebooks:)

[@SunshineStationery]

I’m glad you liked it!

[@Kat_Author2021]

I'll have to watch this later, on my phone. My computer doesn't like KZbin. Lol. :) I color code each language so I can immediately tell which language I studied that day. :)

[@Kat_Author2021]

Now that I have watched the video, I say thank you for sharing your process with us! Great video!

[@SunshineStationery]

Thank you!

[@BlushnBlue]

Any recommendations on a Spanish book much like the Italian because I’m definitely a visual learner? 2019 goal is to learn Spanish to communicate with the patients I work with as a nurse.

[@SunshineStationery]

I used to have a Spanish visual dictionary that was organized by topic (good for vocabulary, not so much for grammar....) have you tried apps like memrise or duolingo? Unfortunately, I don’t know of any books in particular...😔

[@BlushnBlue]

Sunshine & Stationery Okay. I will look into the apps. I think vocabulary is best for me at this time because of my history of procrastination. If it gets to difficult I shut down. Would be different if I actually went to class because then I’m forced. Just the few words that I do know has been a great help but now I want more...:-). Thank You very much.

[@ixymujin]

BlushnBlue I use duo lingo and Memrise, duo lingo has books and podcasts on the website which I recommend using.

[@BlushnBlue]

Girlygamers1234 AJ Thank You very much

[@k_lib1545]

I use duolingo and occasionally busuu . But you can also try memrise and babbel. They are all good apps. I am learning Spanish too.

[@itsmenelson3010]

Hey! I love this video and I was wondering if you could give me a few tips for structuring language lessons because I have no clue where to start

[@SunshineStationery]

I think it’ll definitely depend on the language you want to learn and what resources are actually available. For example, I didn’t structure my Korean studies much because I follow the Talk To Me in Korean podcast which is already pretty structured. I do try to add in other things - so I may do 1 to 2 TTMIK lessons a week but then I also try to listen to music in Korean a few days a week or watch YT videos about Korean culture or watch a few episodes of a Kdrama. I truly don’t have a true structure (like a weekly schedule) outside of trying to vary the activities I do. It also depends on the language: I read a lot in French but don’t listen to much music or watch much TV; I listen to a lot of music in Spanish and talk to friends, but I don’t always read that often... Hope that’s helpful in some way!

[@Vierka23ful]

Learning English and seeking for ideas of how to make a weekly self-study plan, any suggestions ?

[@SunshineStationery]

I think it depends on what your goals & learning style are : I’ve heard of some people who organize each day by type of activity (I.e. Monday for grammar; Tuesday for vocab, Wednesday for listening, etc) I’m not currently studying any languages to that level (I’m just doing it for fun) but I like to alternate between lessons and passive activities (like listening to music or watching videos/tv). Best of luck!

[@Vierka23ful]

Sunshine & Stationery Thank you very much! 😀

[@cocoapuff_x]

You seem to be at a high level already!

[@belleyanete2671]

Omg I'm learning Italian n Korean too !

[@marmartin707]

Where my left-handed people at??? Also what are smart way of putting paper underneath ur hand so you don't smudge it

[@pencil6965]

Inspiring

[@pamelaprasetya]

Learning Italian and Korean as well!!!

[@ib9235]

Goodluckk

[@SunshineStationery]

Awesome!! Good luck!

[@bianjh6243]

Have you found the talk to me in korean textbook/workbook helpful? Ive been considering asking my parents the 1-5 set for christmas, however from what i've read online, textbooks aren't all that helpful, and if thats the case, I dont want to ask my parents to buy them, only to not use them at all

[@SunshineStationery]

I haven’t personally used the textbooks/workbooks - I know I tend to buy that kind of stuff & not use it, but I’ve stuck to just using their app/website - wish I could be more help!

[@violetsandsunsets4911]

sono imparare l'italiano, anche! riesco scrivere, ma non riesco a capire il discorso o parlare molto fluentemente, haha. felice imparare!

[@SunshineStationery]

Yay! In bocca al lupo 💛

[@nemo320]

how many hours should i study italian ? im a spanish speaker so its not that hard.Is everyday okay ?

[@ithoughtuwereamerican8707]

the most important part of studying a language is generally finding a way that you enjoy it generally study as much as you find enjoyable. luckily they are pretty similar, but in my case as a native english speaker switching from italian to spanish in school it was actually really confusing but you'll have better luck as a native speaker probably listening to things like podcasts and music, even if you don't understand them at first, helps a lot, as does journaling, learning the most common phrases, and researching the grammar also I'm sorry that this is in english my spanish would disturb you its impressively bad

[@SunshineStationery]

I agree that you should find enjoyable ways to practice - as long as you like it, everyday is fine! I find that, once I start getting bored or frustrated, taking a break helps me come back with renewed motivation!

[@nemo320]

forever-generation-nothing thank you guys for your tips! im in a lil rush since im going to move to italy so im doing everything a bit too fast.I really enjoy movies so im watching a lot of italian movies and its helping by making it more fun.Thank you again 💓💓 wish me luck

[@peepeepoopoo7944]

Yolo tu ça va bien? Eh? Ehehe ok c'est tout. C'est bien.👍

[@Kurdedunaysiri]

Do you learn all of them together ?

[@SunshineStationery]

I only typically have one or two languages that I’m working on as a beginner; the rest are ones I’m keeping up - ex: I speak Spanish & French pretty well, so I keep them up by reading or listening to music, etc; I’m learning Italian and Korean so I do more “studying” but also listen to music and watch shows in the language ☺️

[@Kurdedunaysiri]

Sunshine & Stationery My native language is Northern Kurdish and i speak Turkish. I can speak little bit English. Now i am trying to learn Greek and Pontic. They are so hard. How many time later can i start to learn a new language ? What do you think for this ?

[@SunshineStationery]

I find that I can study two languages if they are very different (for example, I would study Korean & Italian together but not Italian & Portuguese) As for starting a new one...that depends on why you’re studying them & how diligent you are...since I’m studying for fun, I tend to focus on one or two languages for a longer time because my progress is a bit slower (I don’t usually study intensively); Luca Lampariello has so fabulous articles about learning multiple languages - they might be helpful for you!

[@Kurdedunaysiri]

Sunshine & Stationery okay. Thank you so much

[@aleidapinon]

wow italian and korean are my target languages too :)

[@jonathanramsey8508]

Хорошо

[@sararuffoni3402]

annalisa 😍😍😍🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹

[@mtgtheory5919]

Est-ce Tu comprends français

[@SunshineStationery]

Oui ☺️

[@nathanpiazza9644]

Thank you for sharing. Love the pictures of hot guys! haha

[@Thalasius]

Guys let me tell you a secret the best way to learn a language is not through books but by speaking to a native speaker. Did u study books to talk your mother tongue when u were a baby. No u practiced saying the same thi g over and over.

[@myittaraye4584]

Are u a baby?

[@StrawberryJamJam29]

Looks like you need writing practice too.

[@vitaliasun6495]

The video is too long too complicated

[@manicwombat02]

Wow. Another person with hands (voice in background) that are soooo distracting. Please do not start video with wiggling hands - so annoying!