Get used to the basics, I say.
Don’t be in such a rush. Don’t overdo it.
Language takes time. You eat an elephant one bite at a time.
It’s important for your confidence and
motivation not to do too much. Language is all about exposure. You get used to
it by exposing yourself to mild doses. Certain words and word patterns come
first. You need to get comfortable with them first, and get them right. You
need to be able to perform them well, by which I mean automatically.
That’s what is meant by getting used to the
basics, in my opinion. Exposure is the key. Not practice, not dills, not
exercises, not tests, not lists, not memorization. Exposure to real and authentic
language meant for native users of your target language.
So that’s a bit tricky at beginner levels,
because not much is written in really basic language that is directed at
adults. There’s stuff for children, sure. But it isn’t usually of interest to
adults.
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