The HypoPolyglot

Today, I wanted to talk to you about circumlocution-  a helpful tool that many languages learners employ when they find themselves in a tough spot. I thought I would share a few tips on how to put this tool to good use as well as how to avoid one particular pitfall associated with it…… So, stick around

In today’s episode, I take a look at the roles that verbs play, just in a unique way. So, if you want to see verbs in a new light…..listen in!

In today episode, I want to share why it can be very beneficial to turn off your native language’s auto-pilot from time to time. Listen in to hear more about the benefits!

Today’s episode is part 4 of series dedicated to helping you master vocabulary. And in this installment, I thought would explain what learning vocabulary in context means and why it is beneficial.  So, stick around….

In today’s reply all episode, I respond to a recent email I received from a listener in Bahrain,  who had a follow-up question related to an earlier episode titled Exhausted.  He asks, “Are there other possible factors that I need to be aware of that might be contributing to the exhaustion that I often feel?"  In my reply, I discuss factors such as physical stressors and cultural fa...

As a beginner, it is common to feel overwhelmed by the apparent speed of a new language when listening to videos, songs, or native speakers.  So, today, I thought I would share some tips that will help you slow things down a bit. 

Today’s episode is part 3 of series dedicated to helping you master vocabulary. In this installment, I point out 4 common pitfalls that many people tend to fall into when learning vocabulary. This way, you will know where they and how to avoid them!

Today I thought I would present a few popular reasons for learning languages that may help you clarify your purpose for wanting to acquire a new language.  In addition, I thought I would suggest a few languages that may complement each reason or purpose.

At any level, studying and practicing your new language can cause you to feel both mentally and physically exhausted. So, I thought I would share some tips on how to avoid feeling worn out and drained while learning your new language.

Today’s episode is part 2 of series dedicated to helping you master vocabulary. And in this installment, I will be discussing passive and active vocabulary and sharing how your knowledge of passive and active vocabulary can help you help your brain to learn new words more efficiently and effectively.

Today, I would like to present a checklist of key questions that I feel any language learner should answer before starting to learn a new language. Whether you are a novice or a veteran, taking the time to answer these six questions will help to ensure success from the start.

 In today’s episode, I would like to introduce a resource that is great for anyone interested in learning more about linguistics. It is a podcast called “the 5 minute linguist,” and it was produced by the College of Charleston and the National Museum of Languages in celebration of the US Senate naming 2005 to be the year of languages.  

When it comes to learning another language, there is no way to avoid learning vocabulary. So, I have created a series of episodes dedicated solely to the topic of mastering vocabulary. For part 1 of this series, I thought I would share some general tips that will help you learn vocabulary quickly and effectively.

In English, we utilize what I would describe as an all-encompassing “you  -pronoun” - as a result, the pronoun “you” can present a few challenges  for us as English speakers when learning other languages .  This  episode will take a closer look at some of the issues with “you”

Today, I am going to take a look at an APP for your phone called Drops. This APP is designed to help you learn vocabulary quickly and easily.  So stay tuned in to learn more about Drops, and the benefits it has to offer.

Over the past 20 to 30 years, resources, access to languages, and language classrooms have all experienced major developments and improvements, making present day a great time to be a language learner!  In this episode, I am going to discuss these advancements , as they are both noteworthy and motivating.  So, stick around….

In today’s episode, I thought we would talk about cognates. I will share what they are, how they can be helpful to you, as well as how to avoid one particular pitfall associated with them.  So, stay tuned in to find out more about these little language helpers!

Today, I thought that I would present some of the most commonly agreed upon benefits of learning another language.  So, keep listening in…..as reminding ourselves of these benefits can help us stay both motivated and focused.

Today’s episode is part 2 of a two part series dedicated to the topic of online language tutors. In the first installment, I shared some reasons as to why you should consider hiring an online tutor. In today’s episode, I am going to walk you through how I use online tutors  as a means of providing you some insight and tips on how to make the most out of your online tutoring experience.

Today’s episode is part 1 of a two part series dedicated to the topic of online language tutors. In this first installment, I am going to share some reasons as to why you should consider hiring an online tutor. In part 2 of this series, I am going to walk you through how I use online tutors as a means of providing you some insight and tips on how to make the most out of your online tutoring experi...

In this episode, I clarify the meaning of the term and name of this podcast - hypopolyglot; as well as explain how it came to be the name of this podcast.

In today’s episode, I am going to illustrate how learning another language and getting yourself in shape physically are similar – but more importantly, I will share why understanding their commonalities can be very beneficial to you as a language learner.