EPISODE · Mar 25, 2024 · 19 MIN
Why English Is Actually Easier Than You Think
💡 English has challenges, but it also has many features that make it easier than people think. In this episode, we explore why English is simpler than Germanic and Romance languages in areas like nouns, articles, adjectives, verb forms, and the huge number of learning resources available.If you are losing motivation, this episode is your reminder that English can be learned step by step. The more input you get, the faster you grow. Stay consistent, stay curious, and trust your progress.🔔 Follow us on social media @LearnEnglishPod and visit our website:Podcast website: https://learnenglishpod.com/Follow us on social Media: https://linktr.ee/learnenglishpod📜 SOURCES Steve Kaufmann: https://youtube.com/@ThelinguistStephen Krashen: https://www.sdkrashen.com/📝 Vocabulary list:1) conjugate (verb): to change the form of a verb depending on tense (past, present, future) or person (I, you, he/she/it, we, they)2) declension (noun): the system of changing the form of a noun to show its grammatical role in a sentence (subject, object, etc.)3) gender (noun): the grammatical classification of nouns as masculine, feminine, or neuter (not applicable in English for nouns)4) subjunctive tense (noun): a verb mood used to express a wish, possibility, or hypothetical situation5) cognate (noun): a word in one language that is related to a word in another language due to a common origin6) boost (verb): to increase or improve something7) discouraged (adjective): feeling a lack of hope or confidence8) advantage (noun): a benefit or something helpful9) straightforward (adjective): simple and easy to understand10) informality (noun): the lack of formality or strictness11) rigid (adjective): following strict rules, unwilling to change.12) barrier (noun): something that hinders progress or communication.13) grateful (adjective): appreciative or thankful
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