logo
episode-header-image
Mar 2024
16m 28s

Don’t memorize vocabulary. Do this inste...

Steve Kaufmann
About this episode
In this video I discuss some common misconceptions about language and vocabulary acquisition and share my strategy for learning vocabulary in a new language. 
Up next
Oct 9
Ex–Green Beret explains how U.S. military learns languages
In this video, I talk with Jon Hamilton, a former Green Beret, about language learning and how physical training relates to mastering new languages. 
29m 1s
Oct 2
DON'T overcomplicate language learning
In this video, I explain why language learning is often made harder than it needs to be and how to stop overcomplicating it. 
8m 31s
Sep 25
Grammar drills won’t make you fluent. Here’s what will
In this video I discuss the importance of noticing in language learning and whether it's something we can deliberately train. 
10m 54s
Recommended Episodes
Jul 2021
One EASY way to remember English vocabulary better
Does this ever happen to you? You study and study and learn lots of new vocabulary... ...but then when you want to use it, you can't think of the words! How can you make sure you don't forget the vocabulary you're learning? Here's one simple thing you can start doing today to rem ... Show More
4m 37s
Aug 2016
Learning Vocab - YouTube Video
In this video I chat to you about how I like to l… In this video I chat to you about how I like to learn vocabulary once I reach an advanced level in a language I'm learning. 
10m 13s
Sep 2017
Learn Vocabulary Faster (Memorize Words In Seconds) with Jim Kwik
The words we use influence the way we interpret and explain the world around us. In this episode I teach you an amazing method to Learn Vocabulary Faster and Memorize Words In Seconds. Join Our Growing Facebook Community: www.KwikBrain.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/p ... Show More
12m 4s
May 2024
402. I’m a student again! My experience in Spanish class | My Relocation Diaries
This week, I started taking Spanish classes, and as you can imagine, I have a LOT of thoughts. It’s been a while since I was a student, and being on the receiving end of a class has taught me so much about how important pronunciation, mindset, and strategy are when learning a sec ... Show More
28m 42s
Mar 2021
Learn 20 powerful verbs to SUPERCHARGE your vocabulary!
I hope you’re ready to learn some awesome words! You don’t want to use the same basic English words over and over... instead, you want to use interesting and powerful words to express yourself better. Today I'll teach you 20 verbs that will supercharge your vocabulary. That’s act ... Show More
12m 31s
Sep 2023
356. Avoid these mistakes if you want to grow your vocabulary!
Do you want a bigger vocabulary? Of course! Who doesn’t? But there are many methods out there that might be harming you instead of helping. If you’ve ever tried to learn new vocabulary, you know that it can feel impossible at times, or overwhelming when you think about all the wo ... Show More
15m 19s
Sep 2020
✅ Spanish Vocabulary & Idioms about Talking | EP443
Aprende español escuchando esta lección. Aprenderás a usar una expresión cotidiana y vocabulario nuevo. Transcripción disponible - Vocabulario y expresiones sobre hablar 
21m 37s