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Lemmy comrades/people/lemmings who have learned a new language using online resources, what/how was it like? (lemmy.sdf.org)

submitted 5 months ago by Achyu@lemmy.sdf.org to c/asklemmy@lemmy.ml

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I had tried to learn some languages using online resources on the net(freely accessible ones tho). Didn't actually commit to it with a plan.
Curious on how others went about it.

Do mention the resources that you liked/found useful.

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[–] etchinghillside@reddthat.com 22 points 5 months ago (3 children)

Duolingo was mentioned.

But one of the good things about AAA games is that they’re often voiced and captioned in multiple languages.

So, after picking up some basics – give a new player + playthrough of something you’re already familiar with in a new language.

[–] authorinthedark@lemmy.sdf.org 8 points 5 months ago

wait I'm not the only one who tried the video game thing? On my second playthrough of Horizon Zero Dawn I decided to swap to my target language just because I thought it would be funny, but it's actually been a kinda nice experience pausing during dialogue, tabbing over to a browser, and then looking up any words i don't know

[–] Moonguide@lemmy.ml 6 points 5 months ago

One caveat to this: make sure it isn't a game you know inside and out. You'll go by memory instead of actively trying to interact with the language. At least that's the way it goes for me.

[–] Achyu@lemmy.sdf.org 3 points 5 months ago* (last edited 5 months ago) (1 children)

Any android/mobile games that you'd recommend?
PC gaming is rare for me nowadays, that too only Supertuxkart.

[–] etchinghillside@reddthat.com 6 points 5 months ago (1 children)

A quick glance says Stardew valley supports multiple languages – but honestly not sure as I’m usually around a PC.

[–] Achyu@lemmy.sdf.org 2 points 5 months ago

Thank you