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4 Ways to Quickly Improve Your English Language Skills

9/1/2022

 
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Learning a new language takes consistent effort, discipline, and desire. There’s no quick solution to go from 0 to 1 for a new language learner. However, if you’re familiar with learning a language and have been doing so for some time, you can improve your English significantly in a relatively short period. 
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How can you quickly improve your English?

Immerse Yourself


The fastest way to improve your English ability is to live the language. Now, that’s easier said than done. As an international student living in another country, English isn’t the first language people speak, and that limits who you can communicate with to improve your conversational skills. Luckily, there are more ways than one to immerse yourself in a language. 

“When you start learning different languages, I convert everything. Like my computer, I put in English, my cellphone, I put in English. I try to watch movies in English, listen to music in English, sing in English, and try to immerse myself.” — Juliana Pereira, Journalist and Geotechnical Engineering Ph.D student at Purdue University

In case you missed it, you can rewatch our informative Facebook Live session with TOEFL and Juliana Pereira to hear her story in its entirety. 
As inconvenient as it may be, converting your devices and essential items to English can force you to learn English at all times of the day. Considering the average person uses their phone for nearly four hours a day, that’s a BIG chunk of your day dedicated to learning English. There’s no replacement for interaction, though. 

If you want to immerse yourself, here’s what Valeria Renée Rivera’s life looked like when she was in El Salvador: 
  • 7 out of 8 classes were in English
  • She spoke with friends in Spanglish (a combination of English and Spanish)
  • She read lots of English books in her free time
  • She listened to music in English
  • She watched TV in English

Use an English Language App
Language applications are a great supplement to any English study plan. They won’t get you from 0 to 1 necessarily, but they can expand your vocabulary, fix your grammar, and improve your pronunciation. There are tons of options on the market — some fun, some effective, and some, both. If you’re interested in learning which apps are worth your time, you should check out our recent article on the 7 Best Apps to Learn English for Students Studying Abroad. 

Shadowing
Shadowing is the process of mimicking what you hear. When you’re watching movies, tv shows, or listening to English music, listen for words or phrases that they say. How do they pronounce specific phrases? What words do they string together to convey their message? If you’re planning on moving to the US or UK to study abroad, the best way to learn native English is to replicate how it’s spoken in the country you’re moving to. 

Avoid Burnout
Even our best efforts won’t let us master a new language overnight. It’s a long process that takes months of consistent learning. Sometimes you’ll feel like you aren’t making any progress; other days you’ll think you’re unstoppable. Don’t let your best days overwork you and don’t let your worst days force you to give up. In due time, we’ll all get to where we need to be. 

Valeria Renée Rivera knows a thing or two about burnout, and she had this to share, “I always tell people, make time for yourself; set a time — two hours in your day, an hour — whatever it is, just, you know, watch a movie, listen to some music. Whatever it is that relaxes you, it’s very important.” 

Conclusion
Ultimately, the fastest way to learn may not be the best. Making English a seamless part of your life through an effective study plan, English language apps, and self-care will give you all the tools you need to master the English language. 

If you’re looking for additional resources on your student journey, StudyUSA.com is an invaluable resource. Study in the USA is your all-in-one destination for all your study abroad needs: from connecting you with your dream university to guiding you through the visa process, and everything in between.

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SMALL BUT CONSISTENT STEPS TOWARDS GRADUATE DEGREE AND BETTER FUTURE.

Monica Patricia Arboleda Martínez from Colombia attends the English Language Center (ELC) at the University of Texas at Austin. She has a bachelor's degree in computer and systems engineering with a major in software engineering, and a specialization in strategic management.

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3/3/2022

 
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Miho Hasebe from Japan studies Liberal Arts and English at College of the Desert in Palm Desert, California.
Why did you decide to study in the USA?
The reason why I decided to study in the United States is that I wanted to study English and American culture.

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AMERICAN SLANG WORDS YOU NEED TO KNOW IN 2022

2/15/2022

 
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For many English learners planning to study or work in the U.S., students are often bombarded with many unfamiliar slang words from American TV shows, songs, or native-speaker friends. Slang words learning are often excluded from formal English education, yet it helps English learners to understand American popular culture and better communication with their American friends.

Today, we’ll cover the top 10 American popular slang words to ease your communication with English native speakers.

1. Bail/ ditch
Bail and ditch both mean to have to break or cancel the plans with someone. for instance, you have to cancel the plans with your friends due to unfinished school work.
Example: “Sorry friends, I have to bail tonight.”

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STUDYING ENGLISH AT THE ENGLISH LANGUAGE INSTITUTE AT THE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SAN DIEGO

2/7/2022

 
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Eneritz Ares is from Spain and is studying English at the English Language Institute at the University of California, San Diego in San Diego, California.

Why did you decide to study in the USA?
The USA has always interested me and especially California. Moreover, my uncles live there and this was a really good excuse to go to study.

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5 TIPS TO CHOOSING THE RIGHT ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROGRAM

1/18/2022

 
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By Teresa Baker

English remains one of the world’s most popular languages, with almost 1.75 billion people speaking it as a first or second language. One of the most effective ways to improve your English is to study in an English-speaking country such as the United States so that you are immersed in the language and culture. Here are 5 considerations to help you choose the right U.S. English program for you:

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12/27/2021

 
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ATTORNEY HEATHER HAN STUDIED ENGLISH AT NEW YORK UNIVERSITY’S ENGLISH LANGUAGE INSTITUTE BUT LEARNED FAR MORE THAN THE LANGUAGE.

Name: Heather Han
Job: Attorney at Sher Tremonte LLP


What she does
“I litigate on behalf of corporations and individuals in criminal defense and commercial litigation matters in both state and federal courts. Contrary to popular belief, litigators don't spend all their time in the courtroom. Most of my day-to-day work involves researching and writing, or talking to my clients and opponents. From time to time, I appear in court for conferences and hearings. That's always exhilarating, but there is a lot of pressure, too. Even a two-minute oral presentation sometimes requires hours of preparation. Once in a while, I get to play detective and go check out a crime scene. That's usually when I feel like a TV lawyer.”

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11/17/2021

 
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Why did you decide to study in the USA?
I wanted to increase my self-value and ability. I chose to study abroad in the USA because the USA’s culture is more welcome for a foreigner to study. Also, the teaching method is totally different from my country, Taiwan. The teaching in the USA is lively and vivid with activities, and these activities are easy for students to absorb the knowledge that they have learned. I am glad that I made this decision to study abroad.

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10/15/2021

 
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By Charles Varghese

Choosing to study in the USA can be an exciting decision. U.S. universities are home to a melting pot of cultures, personalities, experiences, and so much more! As much as we’d love for you to come right over and experience the joys of this journey, there are a few steps we need to address before that can happen. Don’t worry; we have you covered!

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