Thinking in English is the real game-changer for language learners. Get ready to shift your brain into English mode with these fab strategies:
1. Movie Time, but Make It Silent
Grab any movie or video, hit the mute button, and just watch. Sounds simple, right? Now, here’s the fun part: start shouting out (in your head or out loud, I won’t judge) every English word you know for the stuff you see. First, just name things. Lamp. Dog. Pizza. Then, get a bit fancy and describe them. Fluffy dog. Cheesy pizza. Next, level up and talk about what’s happening. Dog chasing tail. People laughing. It’s like creating your own English subtitles! And soon enough, you’ll realize that you’re thinking in English. 😉
2. Our Speaking Club = Your New Fav Hangout
Did you know that at English University, we have a super chill club where everyone’s chatting away in English about anything and everything. It’s where mistakes are just part of the fun, and every chat is a step closer to you being a smooth talker. Think of it as your safe space to go from “Hello, how are you?” to “So, let me tell you about this one time…
3. Podcasts: Earbuds In, English On
Podcasts are your secret weapon to absorbing English like a sponge. Tune into topics that tickle your fancy (=you like) or short daily news (hint: EU owner’s favorite is The Hustle Daily). You’ll be soaking up vocab and phrases so fast, you won’t even see it coming. Afterward, try to give a little summary of what you heard, but keep it in English. It’s a sneaky way to start thinking in English without even trying too hard.
4. Turn Your Tech English
Switch the language settings on your apps that you use often to English. Ready to challenge yourself even more? Switch your entire phone and computer’s language to English. It’s like being in an English-speaking world without leaving your room. Challenge yourself to think about what each command or notification means in English and use it as a mini English lesson every time you scroll or click. Soon, you’ll be navigating your digital world in English so naturally, it’ll feel like second nature.
5. Use AI coaches
Imagine a buddy who’s always there to nudge you along your English journey, offering tailor-made challenges and cheering you on. That’s JedAI for you – an AI pal created by English University to give you a daily dose of English. And guess what? It’s a freebie with Chat GPT premium.
So, there you have it! Kickstart your adventure in English with these super simple yet effective steps. Who knew leveling up in English could be this much fun? Ready to start thinking in English?