Following simple rules will help you speed up learning English
But a very important condition here is knowledge of a foreign language, especially English, because more than a billion people worldwide speak it fluently. English is studied in almost all modern educational institutions, while many other languages have to be learned through specialized courses. Foresighted parents send their children to language courses or to language schools in the UK. Because they understand: without knowledge of foreign languages, it will be difficult to survive in today's world.
Of course, English is useful for everyone without exception: for communication, finding information, traveling. Nevertheless, most people do not attach much importance to learning a foreign language, relegating this knowledge to the background, and later, of course, regret it. Below are tips that can help in situations where you have neither money nor time for tutors, but have the desire or need to learn the language.
At the start
First, honestly assess your level of knowledge. Do you have an idea of the language? How large is your vocabulary? Can you construct basic sentences? By answering these questions, you will understand where to start. Remember, a good start is the key to success.
Second, decide how much time you will devote to learning the language per day (or week). Your level of knowledge determines how long you need to study to master the language in at least a year. A year may seem like a long time, but it is not. A year is actually a very short period.
English is one of the easiest languages on Earth. Carefully studying it after Russian will seem like a pleasant pastime if you have the right approach.
The right approach
The secret to success is constant practice. You should definitely 'surround' yourself with the language. Set aside time for walks, about 40 minutes a day. Don't be shy, take a dictionary and try to find equivalents of all the words you encounter along the way. Learn how to say in English: grass, curb, pole, trash can, etc. Don't forget to pronounce words aloud, initially developing correct pronunciation. It's very simple. By doing this, you will significantly expand your vocabulary with almost no effort.
But it's not just about knowing words. As already mentioned, it's important to be able to construct a sentence from words. A word is only a component. Just a small bone in the skeleton of a sentence. You can find a lot of accessible information on the Internet or buy a couple of books, which will hardly be burdensome. Don't be embarrassed by the elementary school curriculum; you need to be consistent, it's much easier that way. Once you learn the basics, you won't even notice how quickly you move on to more complex material.
Once you figure out syntax, you can work on vocabulary – start memorizing phrases and clichés. You can simply find foreign equivalents of familiar phrases that we often use in everyday speech. Culture will help you with this – movies, music, books. Start with something simple: try to listen to the words of your favorite songs (find lyrics online), read books with simple language (fairy tales, children's poems), watch children's movies in the original voiceover (Russian subtitles are strongly recommended).
And finally, feeling confident, you can try to get in touch with people from other countries using Skype, Facebook, or any other social networks. At first, you can limit yourself to correspondence, but then be sure to try speaking, learn to express your thoughts competently, construct coherent sentences. Don’t be afraid to ask foreigners for help – they will point out your mistakes, and that will help you move forward.
The main advice: work as much as possible. Don’t be afraid to make mistakes and keep improving. When studying, concentrate as much as possible. Try to even think in English, temporarily forgetting your native language. If you follow these tips, rest assured, you will undoubtedly succeed. Remember, the main thing is practice, practice, and more practice.