EPISODE · Feb 15, 2024 · 24 MIN
Ep 02- Polyglot Journeys: Speaking German, English and Japanese - Ako's Journey learning 5 languages
from Ikigai Lingo - Adventures in Language Learning, Wellness and the Joy of Living · host Ivan
Join us for an insightful podcast interview with Ako, a multilingual enthusiast who has mastered German, English, and Japanese, with basic knowledge of Chinese and French. In this episode, we delve into Ako's language learning journey, exploring her motivations, strategies, and the advantages of speaking multiple languages. From her experiences learning German to valuable tips for language learners, Ako shares valuable insights that will inspire and empower language enthusiasts of all levels. Listen in as we navigate through conversations in German, English, and Japanese, uncovering the beauty and benefits of multilingualism. 00:00 - Start 00:27 - Introduction 00:53 - Ako’s Introduction 01:49 - Why did you want to learn languages? 03:25 - Speaking German 06:27 - Speaking English 09:10 - How different was learning German from other languages? 10:03 - How did you learn English? 12:05 - How has speaking other languages opened the door for new experiences? 12:57 - How do languages change the way you think? 14:35 - Tips for learning a language 17:14 - How to overcome the fear of speaking? 19:31 - Speaking Japanese 20:56 - Speaking German 22:28 - Speaking English 24:10 - Outro
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Join us for an insightful podcast interview with Ako, a multilingual enthusiast who has mastered German, English, and Japanese, with basic knowledge of Chinese and French. In this episode, we delve into Ako's language learning journey, exploring her motivations, strategies, and the advantages of speaking multiple languages. From her experiences learning German to valuable tips for language learners, Ako shares valuable insights that will inspire and empower language enthusiasts of all levels. Listen in as we navigate through conversations in German, English, and Japanese, uncovering the beauty and benefits of multilingualism. 00:00 - Start 00:27 - Introduction 00:53 - Ako’s Introduction 01:49 - Why did you want to learn languages? 03:25 - Speaking German 06:27 - Speaking English 09:10 - How different was learning German from other languages? 10:03 - How did you learn English? 12:05 - How has speaking other languages opened the door for new experiences? 12:57 - How do languages change the way you think? 14:35 - Tips for learning a language 17:14 - How to overcome the fear of speaking? 19:31 - Speaking Japanese 20:56 - Speaking German 22:28 - Speaking English 24:10 - Outro
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