017: How much time should I spend on pronunciation?

017: How much time should I spend on pronunciation?

Jenny asks: "My English teacher used to say that it's important to speak with a native-like accent. Do you think it's important to spend a lot of time on pronunciation as a beginner?"

In this episode:
  • The difference between pronunciation and accent
  • Why pronunciation is important
  • Why you need to get it right as a beginner
  • But why you shouldn't let it stop you speaking
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337: Should I take a language immersion programme?

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338: Quantity, not quality | TROLL 019

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335: Behind the scenes of Japanese Uncovered

335: Behind the scenes of Japanese Uncovered

In this episode, Olly takes you behind the scenes of Japanese Uncovered, his new Japanese programme for beginners. He's joined by Nick Godwin, who has been working with Olly for the last year on desig...

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334: First learn it, then use it | TROLL 017

334: First learn it, then use it | TROLL 017

Click here to see the Full Blog Post Click here to see the full YouTube video Welcome to the my new series "The Rules Of Language Learning". In these videos, you'll learn my best tips and ideas for le...

6 Sep 20199min

333: What has Olly been up to?

333: What has Olly been up to?

In this episode, Olly talks about what he has been up to this summer. Start Speaking Today: I’d like to thank italki for supporting the show. To claim your free lesson and start speaking today, visit...

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332 - Ultralearning with Scott Young (Part 2)

332 - Ultralearning with Scott Young (Part 2)

In this episode, I interview writer, blogger and learning expert Scott Young. Scott is a writer who undertakes interesting self-education projects, such as attempting to learn MIT's four-year computer...

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331 - Ultralearning with Scott Young (Part 1)

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