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Jul 2023
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248. How Long Does It Take to Learn Engl...

Thomas Wilkinson
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How long does it take to learn English? I’m sure every single person listening has thought about this question before. Today, let’s look at why we want to learn quickly, what it means to have “learned English”, the official estimates for length of time to learn English, and some factors that can affect the length of time you will spend studying!



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Vocabulary

  • Intensive (adj) - Involving or requiring great effort, focus, or concentration.
  • Proficiency (n) - Competence or skill in a particular field or area.
  • Language acquisition (n) - The process of learning and gaining fluency in a language.
  • Frameworks (n) - Structures or systems that provide a basis for understanding or organizing something.
  • Guidelines (n) - Recommendations or instructions that provide direction or advice.
  • Immersion (n) - Deep involvement or engagement in a particular activity or environment.
  • Aptitude (n) - Natural ability or talent for a specific skill or subject.
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