Forgetting a language: Why it happens and how to avoid it
Languages become harder to retrieve when you stop using them. Maintain yours with regular conversation, listening, reading and spaced review.
Category: Main Categories
Ask WHY first (not how/what): the most important issue ignored in language learning
Start with a clear personal reason for learning a language, then use it to choose methods, sustain motivation and decide what progress means.
Québec French vs France French: Accent, Vocabulary and Swearing
Watch Benny's subtitled French interview with Geneviève about Québec French pronunciation, vocabulary, swear words and language identity.
25 Speed Dates in Dutch
Watch Benny complete 25 speed dates in Dutch after five weeks of study, using a social challenge to create focused speaking practice.
How to Think in Another Language Without Forcing It
Learn what thinking in another language can mean, then practise with context cues, short self-talk, gap notes and real-world feedback.
Steps to take to ensure you speak quickly AND learn grammar well
Benny shares a practical sequence for speaking early, studying grammar when it becomes useful and building accuracy without delaying conversation.
Why Moving to a Country May Not Teach You the Language
Living abroad creates language opportunities, not automatic fluency. Use Benny’s 2011 travel lessons to build a practical speaking routine.
Language, culture and context are intertwined
Language learning is tied to people, culture and context. Benny explains why grammar and vocabulary alone cannot prepare you for real conversations.
Adults vs Kids: Who Learns Languages Better?
Adults often learn languages faster at first, while children have a long-term edge. Discover what age research means for your language goals.
Social