Reason n°1 Why You Still Can’t Speak Czech: Comprehensible Input
- Posted by Eliska
- Categories Language, Podcast, Podcast - advanced, Podcast - beginner, Podcast - intermediate
- Date 07/09/2024
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- Tags eliska, how to learn
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Struggling to Learn Czech and Speak it?
Here’s Why—and How to Fix It.
- You learn Czech and when you speak to Czechs, they immediately switch to English, leaving you unsure of what to do.
- As you improve, you find yourself feeling lost in Czech grammar due to its complexity with cases and verbs.
- You would like to start saying things correctly just because they sound right, but you’re not sure how to reach that point.
If any of these situations resonate with you, you’re not alone.
The problem isn’t your ability to learn—it’s how you’ve been taught to learn.
Why Traditional Language Learning Doesn’t Work
Eliška, founder of slowczech and a proud mom of two bilingual boys, explains it all in this audio course. After years of helping foreigners learn Czech, she has noticed a common struggle: we’re taught languages backward. Most language courses focus on vocabulary lists and grammar rules, which are not how our brains naturally learn languages.
Speak Czech – Comprehensible Input is the Key
Before you can confidently speak Czech, you need to receive enough comprehensible input. This means exposing yourself to language that is just above your current level—material that you mostly understand but still challenges you a bit. By doing this, you naturally absorb new words and grammar structures without feeling overwhelmed.
Research supports this approach. Studies by linguist Stephen Krashen have shown that language learners who receive ample comprehensible input progress much faster than those who rely on traditional methods.
What You’ll Learn in First Part of Our Mini Course
In the first episode of our free mini-course, we dive into the importance of getting enough comprehensible input before you start speaking. You’ll learn:
- Why comprehensible input is crucial for mastering Czech.
- How to naturally improve your vocabulary and grammar knowledge.
- Tips for finding the right resources to practice listening and reading in Czech.
- The surprising benefits of focusing on input first and that you can really learn Czech and speak it.
Imagine Speaking Czech With Confidence
Picture this: You’re in a conversation with native Czechs, and for once, you’re not struggling to keep up. Your pronunciation is clear, your sentences flow naturally, and you’re not constantly second-guessing your grammar. This is the power of getting enough comprehensible input.
Ready to Transform Your Czech?
Join our free 3-part audio mini-course and start speaking Czech the way you’ve always wanted. By the end of the course, you’ll have the tools to engage in conversations with ease.
Listen to the first episode now and get started on your journey to speaking fluent, natural Czech.
Enter your email below to access the free mini-course and start improving your Czech immediately. Plus, you’ll receive our “3 Reasons Guide” packed with resources tailored to your level.
Let’s make learning Czech easier, faster, and more enjoyable.
See you in the course!
Let’s make learning Czech easier, faster, and more enjoyable. See you in the course!
Join the Audio Course now
Ready to discover the key to finally speak Czech? Plus, when you sign up, you’ll receive our “Three Reasons Guide”—small guide packed with ressources mentionned in the course.
Úspěch! You’re almost there.
Check your inbox (and make sure to look in your Promotion and Spam folders) to confirm your interest. Once confirmed, you’ll receive everything in one email, including your “Three Reasons Guide.”
Enjoy your journey with slowczech!
Tag:eliska, how to learn
I am slowczech founder and from my experience I know two things: beginners can understand words with time. And enjoyable input is vital for natural language acquisition. Many give up Czech due to old methods, irrelevant vocabulary or overwhelming grammar. Let’s change that and make learning Czech exciting and effective.