Learn Languages with Steve Kaufmann

In this video, I discuss the concept of cultural weightlessness and share how Taoist philosophy has shaped my language learning journey.

In this video, I explore the advantages and disadvantages of using paper books for language learning.

In this video, I share 7 reasons why I prefer listening before reading when learning a new language.

New Year’s resolution: goal or commitment? by Steve Kaufmann

As 2025 approaches, I wanted to explore how personal traits influence our plans and actions — and why it’s important to consider them when making New Year’s resolutions.

In this video, my friend ‪@LucaLampariello‬ and I explore how input, pronunciation, and mindset shape language learning success.

In this video, I share why I believe YouTube is the best platform for learning languages and how both teachers and students can make the most of it.

In this video, I share 7 things to stop doing right now to avoid hindering your language learning progress and start enjoying the process.

In this video, I share my personal experience with reading in different languages and explain why reading a book is an important milestone for a language learner.

In this video I share my experience with language textbooks and some tips on how to choose the right one.

5 ways to improve your pronunciation in any language by Steve Kaufmann

LingQ was recently recognized as the most effective language learning app by an independent research organization. In this video, I talk about what sets LingQ apart from other apps and methods.

Curious about the progress you can make in 7 months of intensive language study? In this video, I’m sharing my experience traveling to Turkey after seven months of Turkish study.

In this video, I’m sharing 10 tips to help you make the most of your time when learning a language.

I discovered my passion for French as a university student, and since then, I’ve learned not only French but also Spanish, Italian, Romanian, and Portuguese. In this video, I share my approach to learning Romance languages.

I've talked about the benefits of reading many times before—today, I’m sharing how to turn it into a lasting habit.

Struggling to speak fluently in a foreign language? In this video I share 7 practical tips that will help you communicate better without stressing over grammar or pronunciation.

Throughout my language-learning journey, I've had many good tutors. In this video, I’ll highlight the 6 key qualities that make a tutor truly exceptional.

In this video, I discuss the pros and cons of learning many languages, from cultural connections to language interference.

In this video, I discuss the 80/20 rule and how it applies to language learning. I'll explain why I don’t worry about high-frequency words and how balancing big-picture input with focused study has been helping me make progress in Turkish.

In today's video, I talk about how I'm using ChatGPT to learn languages with a focus on comprehensible input.

The entrepreneur’s guide to learning languages by Steve Kaufmann

Have you heard of extensive reading? If not, in today's video you'll learn what it is and how I use this strategy to acquire vocabulary and grammar!

In today's video, I discuss the role of surprise in language learning: how our progress often follows an unpredictable path, why unexpected moments help our brains absorb new information, and much more.

In today's video, I discuss how many languages I really know and what it truly means to know a language.