Best language learning blogs
Here’s my list of the best blogs for language learners!
I will be updating this article regularly as I find more blogs that might be useful for you guys. I’m also going to start with general language learning blogs, which are already included in this article, and I’m going to regularly add lists of my favourite blogs for learning specific languages (French and English coming next!).
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Blogs about how to learn foreign languages effectively
This list includes blogs about how to learn any foreign language. They’re blogs about language learning methods and techniques, they have tips on learning grammar and vocabulary, ways to practise your speaking and listening, tricks for organising your time and your learning schedule, and staying motivated. They’re basically blogs about how to learn languages in general, rather than blogs focusing on specific languages.
5-Minute Language
That’s the blog you’re currently reading! It’s a place where I share my best tips and advice on learning foreign languages effectively and independently, even if you’re busy.
You can either browse all of my posts, or check out specific articles about the following topics:
- How to learn and maintain several languages at the same time, or how to learn ‘just’ two languages at the same time
- How to stay motivated when learning a foreign language
- How to learn vocabulary effectively
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The Linguist
A blog by Steve Kaufmann. Includes articles about whether monolingual or bilingual dictionaries are better for language learners, creating your own dictionary as a language learning technique, and the three stages of language acquisition.
Fluent Forever
A blog by Gabriel Wyner. Includes articles about how to learn verb conjugation, why you should use monolingual flashcards, and how to learn pronunciation effectively.
Languages Around the Globe
A blog by Brian Powers. Includes articles about the disadvantages of using language learning apps, tips on what to do if you’re stuck on the plateau phase and not making much progress, and different ways in which you can study languages while you work out.
Fluent in 3 Months
A blog by Benny Lewis. Includes articles about rituals that will help you learn a language faster, fun grammar games that will help you learn grammar in any language, and must-know words and phrases for any language.
Lindsay Does Languages
A blog by Lindsay Williams. Includes articles about how to use Spotify for language learning, how to start learning a language without changing your routine, and ways to maximise Google Translate for language learning.
I Will Teach You A Language
A blog by Olly Richards. Includes articles about why you should stop listening to ‘slow audio’, scientifically proven ways to improve your memory, and ways to embrace your mistakes when speaking a foreign language.
Language Surfer
A blog by Ron Gullekson. Includes articles about different ways to learn adjectives, what to do after you’ve finished a Duolingo course, and a number of different ways in which you can start a conversation when you’re doing a language exchange.
How to Get Fluent
A blog by Gareth Popkins. Includes articles about reading, such as how important reading actually is for language learning and how to read in a foreign language for it to be effective, and articles about exam preparation, including one about how to beat exam nerves.
Joy of Languages
A blog by Katie Harris. Includes articles about unconventional ways to practise speaking without a native speaker, why learning a language abroad doesn’t always work, and different fun ways to learn a language.
Eurolinguiste
A blog by Shannon Kennedy. Includes a lot of articles about travel but also a good portion of language learning advice, including articles about the role of writing in the language learning process, how to overcome procrastination, and how to assess your own language skills.
FluentU Language Learner
A general language learning blog by FluentU. Includes articles about conversation topics you can use during a language exchange, tricks for learning new alphabets, and one explaining what the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages is all about.
Fluent Language
A blog by Kerstin Cable. Includes articles about how to incorporate learning idioms into your study routine, how to organise your language learning resources, and how to plan your week to make sure it’s productive and successful.
Best blogs for learning French (coming soon)
Best blogs for learning English (coming soon)
Best blogs for learning Korean (coming soon)
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