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How to Learn a Language in Fifteen Minutes a Day

Daily short practice beats occasional long sessions. A simple routine can build real progress over time.

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Learning a language takes time, but small daily sessions add up.

Set a clear reason

Think about why you are learning: travel, work, family or interest. A clear purpose helps you choose what to focus on.

Practise every day

Short sessions are easier to keep than long ones. Link the habit to something regular, such as breakfast or your commute.

Mix the skills

Spend time on listening, speaking, reading and writing. Even a few minutes of each in a week gives a balanced foundation.

Learn useful words first

Start with common words and phrases you will actually use. Learning words in context, in short sentences, helps them stick.

Speak early

Talk to yourself, a tutor or a language partner. Mistakes are part of learning.

Use real material

Listen to simple podcasts, songs or children’s stories in the language. Choose content slightly above your current level.

Review regularly

Revisit old words and phrases at increasing intervals. Many apps use spaced repetition to do this for you.

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