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If elephants could write down their memories, they'd use their trunks. The Trunk is a collection of articles with advice on learning languages plus guidance on how to improve speaking and writing in English.

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If native speakers don’t understand you the first time you say something, it could be because you’re making one of these common mistakes.

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When you’re feeling stuck or going in circles, ask for feedback.

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Get an English pronunciation check-up to ensure you speak clearly and sound professional.

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Category: Healthcare EnglishLanguage Learning AdviceSpeaking in EnglishNews

What do people say about learning a language when they’re older?

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Category: Language Learning Advice

I’m always curious when people use apps and chatbots to learn languages.

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Category: Language Learning Advice

Linking new information to what we already know makes learning easier.

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Category: Language Learning Advice

What do people say about learning a language when they’re older?

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Category: Language Learning Advice

Looking for a painless way to practise your target language?

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Category: Language Learning Advice

Learning on your own doesn’t mean learning alone.

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Category: Language Learning Advice

What do people say about learning a language when they’re older?

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Regular practice with this fast and fun technique boosts fluency in both speaking and writing your target language.

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Category: Language Learning AdviceSpeaking in English

How to make the most of your language learning session, especially when time’s short.

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I’ve recently reset my French learning and am already noticing an improvement.

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Category: Language Learning Advice

I’m back on track with learning French.

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Doing something nearly every day leads to progress.

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Working towards goals will help tackle weak points.

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Here’s how I’m getting back on track with learning French.

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Goes to show that regular practice does work.

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How to stop forgetting those words you want to use but only remember when it’s too late.

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Category: Language Learning AdviceSpeaking in English

You have more fun and improve faster when you link your language learning to what you already know and enjoy.

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Category: Language Learning Advice