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Hello teacher, I'm sorry to bother you. I know you have classes today.

Good morning. No, that's okay. I will start in some minutes. Go ahead.

Well, we're here because we want you to help us improve our English. Thank you so much.

You're welcome. I understand you want to know about common problems when learning English.

Exactly, and also, of course, how to solve those common problems that we have when learning English.

It will be a pleasure to help you, but I have only some minutes, so let's better start.

Sure. Well, to start, many students have problems with grammar and spelling differences. English has different spelling and grammar rules depending on the country. One example is British and American English. I know this can be confusing for students. The solution is to decide which version of English you want to focus on and learn its specific rules. Pay attention to the differences when reading or listening to English from different regions. Practice writing and speaking in the version you chose. Also, familiarize yourself with common differences to avoid confusion. That's the solution.

Thank you. Oh, this is also very common: translation dependence. Students often rely too much on translating from their native language to English, which can slow down their learning and cause errors. What you have to do in this case is try to think in English as much as possible. Practice using English-English dictionaries instead of translating. Surround yourself with English through media and conversation. The more you immerse yourself in the language, the less you will need to translate.

Great. Another common problem students have is retaining information. Students may find it hard to retain new information such as vocabulary or grammar rules, especially if they don't use it regularly. For this, regular review and practice are essential. Use spaced repetition techniques to help remember new information. Practice speaking, writing, and using new words or rules in different contexts. Engaging with the language frequently helps reinforce learning. Believe me.

Perfect. Understanding humor. Students find it difficult to understand humor in English, especially if it involves wordplay, cultural references, or idioms. Students may not find jokes funny or may misinterpret them. What you have to do is expose yourself to English comedy shows, movies, and stand-up comedians. Pay attention to the context and the way jokes are delivered. Ask native speakers to explain those jokes you don't understand. Over time, you will get better at catching the nuances of English humor.

Fantastic. Oh, this is also very common: learning formal and informal language.