Language Learning IELTS Flashcards
The process of learning a new language.
Language acquisition (formal):
Example: Language acquisition becomes easier with consistent practice and exposure to the language.
The ability to speak or write a language smoothly, accurately, and easily.
Fluency
Example: Achieving fluency in a second language requires dedication and practice.
A high level of competence or skill; the ability to use a language with ease.
Proficiency
Example: She has achieved a high level of proficiency in French after years of study.
A set of words used and understood by a person or group.
Vocabulary
Example: Building vocabulary is essential for language learners.
The way in which people in a particular area, country, or social group pronounce words.
Accent
Example: Her British accent is very clear and easy to understand.
A particular form of a language that is peculiar to a specific region or social group.
Dialect
Example: The Southern dialect of English has its own unique vocabulary and pronunciation.
An error or fault in action, calculation, opinion, or judgment
Mistake
Example: Making mistakes is a natural part of the language learning process.
Repeated exercise in or performance of an activity or skill so as to acquire or maintain proficiency in it.
Practice
Example: Regular practice is key to improving your language skills.
The state of being subjected to an influence or experience.
Exposure
Example: Immersion in the language provides valuable exposure to native speakers.
Being able to speak two languages fluently.
Bilingual
Example: She is bilingual, speaking both English and Spanish fluently.
Being able to speak multiple languages fluently.
Multilingual
Example: In today’s globalized world, being multilingual is a significant advantage.
Conforming to the rules of grammar.
Grammatically correct
Example: It’s important to speak in grammatically correct sentences when learning a new language.
Able to express oneself easily and articulately in a language.
Fluent
Example: After years of practice, he became fluent in Mandarin Chinese.
Feeling or showing certainty about something.
Confident
Example: She feels confident speaking French in public after years of practice.
Having a strong reason or desire to do something.
Motivated
Example: Her desire to travel and communicate with locals motivated her to learn Spanish.
Continuing firmly or obstinately in a course of action in spite of difficulty or opposition.
Persistent
Example: Despite facing challenges, she was persistent in her efforts to learn Japanese.
To gain knowledge or skill in something through study, experience, or being taught.
Learn
Example: He is learning Russian in order to communicate with his grandparents.
To become better or more satisfactory.
Improve
Example: By reading regularly, you can improve your vocabulary and comprehension.
To learn something by heart; commit something to memory.
Memorize
Example: He memorized the irregular verbs to help improve his Spanish grammar.
To acquire complete knowledge or skill in (an accomplishment, technique, or art).
Master
Example: After years of study, she mastered the art of speaking Italian.
To communicate or work together.
Interact
Example: It’s important to interact with native speakers to improve your language skills.
To share or exchange information, news, or ideas.
Communicate
Example: She uses her language skills to communicate with clients from around the world.
To actively participate or become involved in something.
Engage with
Example: She engages with the local community to practice her language skills.
To rehearse verbal communication.
Practice speaking
Example: He spends an hour each day practicing speaking English with a language partner.
In a smooth, easy, or flowing manner.
Fluently
Example: She speaks French fluently after living in Paris for several years.
In a self-assured manner.
Confidently
Example: She presented her ideas confidently in Spanish during the meeting.
Frequently; not infrequently.
Regularly
Example: By studying regularly, you can improve your language skills over time.
In a way that produces the intended or desired result.
Effectively
Example: By practicing pronunciation regularly, you can communicate more effectively in a new language.
At a fast speed; rapidly.
Quickly
Example: With dedication, you can learn a new language quickly.
In a way that achieves maximum productivity with minimum wasted effort or expense.
Efficiently
Example: By using language learning apps, you can study languages efficiently.
To learn or acquire something without formal instruction
Pick up
Example: She picked up Spanish while traveling in South America.
To refresh or improve one’s knowledge of something.
Brush up on
Example: He decided to brush up on his French before traveling to Paris.
To manage to survive or do adequately, especially with limited resources.
Get by
Example: Even with basic Spanish, he managed to get by during his trip to Mexico.