5 Common English Learning Mistakes

1. Focusing on grammar 
Learning English grammar by studying grammar rules is not good way to be fluent English speaker. Because English grammar is too complex to memorize and use logically. You must learn grammar intuitively and unconsciously, like a child.

2. Forcing speech 
Forcing speech is a huge mistake. Don’t force speech. Focus on listening and be patient. Speak only when you are ready to speak– when it happens naturally. Until then, never force it. If you want to follow Effortless English method you should not be speaking during first 6 months.

3. Learning only formal textbook English 
In real life noone is talking like guys from textbooks, so just forget about them. Use real materials that American and British people are watching and listening to.

4. Trying to be perfect 
There is no finish line for your English learning. You need to realize it. Everyone makes mistakes, even native speakers. Your goal should be to communicate with other people. That's why you are learning English, right?

5. Relying on English schools 
English school can help you with your English, but it won't learn you English 100%. You must practice your English everyday with materials you enjoy.

Please share your opinions in comments!

27 comments:

  1. AnonymousNovember 10, 2012 at 1:35 AM

    My biggest mistake was always trying to be perfect. I didn't speak because I was shy about my English level. Now it has changed I know that I never be perfect but I can communicate with other people and that was my goal.

    I like your blog Hubert, good luck with it!

    Danielo

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    1. AnonymousNovember 10, 2012 at 1:47 AM

      I'm making these mistakes too. And like Danielo, i was always waiting to be perfect in English so i was trying to avoid situations when i have to communicate. Now i know that i missed a lot of moments to practice.

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    2. UnknownDecember 22, 2012 at 8:48 AM

      I am also making these mistakes too. I always want be perfect in English and could not improve more.

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  2. AnonymousNovember 18, 2012 at 3:37 AM

    that's sad how schools teach English now :/ if we could use Effortless English method hmmm, that's my dream

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  3. NeeluNovember 19, 2012 at 11:25 PM

    I am Neelu.I am doing my graduation.I can write english well but i feel shy when talking in english.I am not good in speaking english.I am practicing talking english by watching english videos like this one http://www.youtube.com/twominenglish

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  4. saraNovember 20, 2012 at 10:47 PM

    Nice post about English learning it is very important information for students

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  5. nancy johnDecember 9, 2012 at 11:09 PM

    skills in english is important for IELTS Speaking

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  7. AnonymousFebruary 16, 2013 at 4:41 AM

    Wow, there are really a lot of mistakes in this article!

    Example 1:
    If you want to follow Effortless English method you should not be speaking during first 6 months.

    Should be:
    If you want to follow the Effortless English method you should not be speaking during the first 6 months.

    Example 2:
    English school can help you with your English, but it won't learn you English 100%. You must practice your English everyday with materials you enjoy.

    Should be:
    English school can help you with your English, but it won't teach you English 100%. You must practice your English every day with materials you enjoy.

    I am a Native English speaker, currently training to be an English language teacher. I wouldn't trust this product if I were you.

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    1. Hubert JakubiakFebruary 16, 2013 at 4:52 AM

      It's fan website about Effortless English method. I'm not native speaker. I know my English is not perfect.

      Thanks for comment! Good luck :)

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    2. HasanFebruary 19, 2013 at 7:18 PM

      Keep smiling ma bro hubert,
      u did something amazing,
      n Always to do the best for us as an english learner :)
      Thank you

      Delete
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  10. UnknownMay 11, 2013 at 2:01 AM

    thanks a lot

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  11. Anna MarieJuly 11, 2013 at 11:24 PM

    I totally agree! English schools and language training centers for either IELTS or TOEFL won't be effective on their teaching if their students do not have the determination to improve their English proficiency skills. It all comes down to practice, practice, practice. Also, gather up confidence and expose yourself to the English language world. Read more English novel and watch English movies.

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  12. AnonymousAugust 11, 2013 at 5:19 PM

    me too, i think study english like a chidrent it make we speak very good. i think so, i always do it follow method of AJ and now i very like english every day and i use it very time. thanks your method, it very successful for every one on the world.
    i will study english like a native speaker.
    have good day.

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  13. Pamplona InglésAugust 26, 2013 at 2:37 PM

    Being an English teacher via skype (markddavies) and from the UK, and having learned 3 languages myself, it is vitally important for a student to ENJOY the process of learning a language. The process is too long not to enjoy it. Indeed, you will become distracted with other things such as partners, the internet and other things.

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  14. UnknownAugust 27, 2013 at 3:02 AM

    I Myself really enjoining listening the lesson of effortless english it is right that we dont have to force ourself to speak english. If really not ready to speak, most of the time we think what to say but it takes time to comes out from our mouth automatically. Being a australian working in a ausssie environment i have to speak english. Before i was not satisfied for myself that my speaking is not excellent but later when i started listening effortless english lesson i really getting confortable to speak a lot,slowly.

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