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How Long It Takes To Become Fluent in English, Understanding Guided Learning Hours and the CEFR Levels
In this episode, Thiago Alencar discusses the complexities of achieving fluency in English, emphasizing that the time it takes to become fluent varies based on individual circumstances. He provides insights into the CEFR levels and the number of guided learning hours required to progress through these levels. Thiago also highlights the importance of a lifelong learning mindset, encouraging learners to enjoy the process rather than fixating solely on goals.
Takeaways
- Your progress in English depends on various factors.
- It takes around 200 guided learning hours to move levels.
- Aiming for C1 from B2 requires about 200 hours of study.
- Three to five years is a realistic timeframe for fluency.
- The 10,000 hour rule emphasizes the time needed for mastery.
- Learning should be a lifelong endeavor, not just a phase.
- Enjoy the process of learning English, don't rush.
- Familiarity with exam structures is crucial for success.
- Practice conversation skills regularly to improve fluency.
- A learner mindset is more beneficial than a student mindset.
Chapters
00:00 Understanding English Fluency: The Big Question
09:53 The Journey to Proficiency: Time and Effort
20:11 Lifelong Learning: Beyond the Classroom
***FREE RESOURCES***
📖50 Phrasal Verbs & Idioms (FREE eBook):
https://www.englishwiththiago.com/spice-up-ebook
📝FREE Study Plan (Template):
https://www.englishwiththiago.com/study-plan
🔥Storytelling Challenge (FREE Version):
https://www.englishwiththiago.com/storytelling-challenge
***PAID RESOURCES***
🎯Pronunciation Course:
https://www.englishwiththiago.com/course-pre-sale
🔒Private community:
https://www.englishwiththiago.com/community
💥Storytelling Challenge (FULL Version):
https://www.englishwiththiago.com/offers/QYtXMcuw
📱Get 50% off of ELSA premium membership for one year: https://www.elsaspeak.com/inf/englishwiththiagopremium
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In this episode, Thiago Alencar discusses the complexities of achieving fluency in English, emphasizing that the time it takes to become fluent varies based on individual circumstances. He provides insights into the CEFR levels and the number of guided learning hours required to progress through these levels. Thiago also highlights the importance of a lifelong learning mindset, encouraging learners to enjoy the process rather than fixating solely on goals.
Takeaways
- Your progress in English depends on various factors.
- It takes around 200 guided learning hours to move levels.
- Aiming for C1 from B2 requires about 200 hours of study.
- Three to five years is a realistic timeframe for fluency.
- The 10,000 hour rule emphasizes the time needed for mastery.
- Learning should be a lifelong endeavor, not just a phase.
- Enjoy the process of learning English, don't rush.
- Familiarity with exam structures is crucial for success.
- Practice conversation skills regularly to improve fluency.
- A learner mindset is more beneficial than a student mindset.
Chapters
00:00 Understanding English Fluency: The Big Question
09:53 The Journey to Proficiency: Time and Effort
20:11 Lifelong Learning: Beyond the Classroom
***FREE RESOURCES***
📖50 Phrasal Verbs & Idioms (FREE eBook):
https://www.englishwiththiago.com/spice-up-ebook
📝FREE Study Plan (Template):
https://www.englishwiththiago.com/study-plan
🔥Storytelling Challenge (FREE Version):
https://www.englishwiththiago.com/storytelling-challenge
***PAID RESOURCES***
🎯Pronunciation Course:
https://www.englishwiththiago.com/course-pre-sale
🔒Private community:
https://www.englishwiththiago.com/community
💥Storytelling Challenge (FULL Version):
https://www.englishwiththiago.com/offers/QYtXMcuw
📱Get 50% off of ELSA premium membership for one year: https://www.elsaspeak.com/inf/englishwiththiagopremium
******
💖Become a channel member:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChN7HW1AJ4GWtPiBMLD8Tsg/join
📱Follow me on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/teacher.thiagoalencar/
******
⭐Want to be featured in The Learner's Corner?
🎙️Send me a voice message:
https://www.speakpipe.com/englishwiththiago
✍️Write me an email at:
P.S. If you're interested in private or group classes, fill out this form:
https://forms.gle/qjJvdikjRzHXrFPe7
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