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How to use only a Native Speaker to learn a language. (Telugu)
July 24, 2011
19:06
Nithin1997
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I originally posted this in the "Ask Benny" section, but was told by Benny to re-post it here. So here is my question:

What is the best way to use a native speaker and almost only a native speaker to learn a language.

I'm currently trying to learn Telugu, and I do have some books on the language, but the grammar is not explained very well, and according to my dad (the native speaker) the vocabulary and usage is very formal, which I am not looking for. So what is the best way to use my father to learn Telugu? Or if anyone has studied Telugu, do you have any resources? My thoughts so far was to just right down phrases in a notebook/anki and review them later, but I'm sure someone has better advice!

Speaks: [NAT],  [B1] Learning: [Pre-A1] On Deck:
July 24, 2011
19:58
Darklight1216
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You should probably just jump in, so to speak. You can ask your father to only speak with you in the target language.

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July 28, 2011
11:45
conormills
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thanks guy's I've been using the google image tip the last few days and it really is a great way to remember new words, and to see them being used in so many different situations. Does anyone know any good websites to watch episodes of things like the simpsons, friends etc in your target language (mine is Italian).

Another good thing I do is put on the italian subtitles when watching films and find it a good way to learn common phrases.

Native:  English High beginner:  Italian Learning:  Greek
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