Every one who beggins to learn a new language, commonly use a dicctionary or, in these times, websites and apps like Google Translate, PONS or Liguee.

Ok, lets face that is not easy at all to beggin, but I have seen people that, even having a good and/or certificated level, they still keep continuosly using these technologies.

I belive is very important to try from the beggining not to translate anything word by word, but trying to understand the whole concept and above all, try to understand how people speak and/or express an idea. A simple idea can be expressed in many ways.

Therefore, I suggest people to keep in mind these five (some easier, some harder) advices:

1. The most important thing: NEVER be embarrased about how you speak/write in a language that you are learning.

2. Find different and funnier ways to improve, according your personality. For example, if you love music, look for the lyrics and try to understand the meaning; if you like reading, find a good book or maybe an online newspaper;

3. Even if it looks odd, speaking in front of a mirror could be a great excercise! For example, you can talk to yourself about your family, your hobbies, holidays, etc... And even more, maybe you could record yourself with your phone. This is good way to loosen you up!

4. Try to speak more with native-speaking people of the language you are learning. If you know noboby, websites like italki are an excellent opportunity!

5. NEVER GIVE UP!

Have you any other advice?? Feel free to write and share!