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Apr 2022
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#280 Why You Aren't Fluent Until You Und...

REALLIFE ENGLISH
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Learning a language goes beyond memorizing words and basic grammar rules. Understanding culture is like having a context that allows you to give the right meaning to each new word you learn. The more you know about the social and cultural background of the language, the easier it is to learn new words, expressions and ways of speaking. In today's podcast, we'll look at how understanding culture can help improve your English fluency.

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