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Is learning Spanish hard?

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Well i tried to learn spanish but it's really hard!! HELP!!

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updated Feb 27, 2012
edited by Christopher
posted by nitaqueso

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That certainly depends on the mind-set you have towards learning Spanish smile. Setting short term goals is a better recipe for sucess than to say "I'll be fluent by next year". Fluency in a language is without a doubt one of the hardest things someone can accomplish...but it makes it worthwhile.

I think that just like with all things in life, momentum is huge. Once a person experiences small successes in Spanish, it will make studying more fun and enjoyable. Being critical of yourself is a good thing at times, however, too much self-criticism can lead a person into quitting.

updated Feb 27, 2012
posted by zcompton
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¡Bienvenido al foro! grin

but it's really hard

If I had a nickel every time I said that....

Well, you're in the right place. Stick around a while and i can guarantee you'll learn something worthtwhile.

"Learning is a treasure that will follow its owner everywhere."

updated Feb 15, 2012
edited by BradyLabuda
posted by BradyLabuda
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When I was in México there were zillions of children all over, and blow me down if

they were not all fluent in Spanish , so I figured if those little tykes can speak with

no schooling and in such a short time then I would have no problems , but sadly I did and I am .

updated Feb 16, 2012
posted by ray76
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Not if you WANT to learn it.

If you HAVE to learn it, then it will be much more difficult.

Like anything, if you enjoy it, it will be easier. Not effortless, but easier because you will enjoy what you are learning.

updated Feb 16, 2012
posted by Tosh
Tosh, this gets my vote. Good point. - mtmonadnock, Feb 15, 2012
Tienes razón, Tosh. Cuando tenía que estudiar inglés en la escuela, lo odiaba y no aprendía nada. Ahora me encanta el inglés, y todos los días aprendo muchas cosas nuevas :) - Cordobesa, Feb 16, 2012
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Yes learning a new language is hard and challenging but it is also fun and rewarding. Beside, it is a great way to meet new and interesting people. Hang in there.

updated Feb 15, 2012
posted by Clinker
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Spanish is perhaps one of the easiest western language to learn, however, it still takes hard work and dedication. It is the 3rd most used language in the world, so it is very useful to know it. In some states, certain professions such as nurse, fireman, paramedic require the workers to know basic Spanish.

The first good news is, Spanish has the most comprehensive on-line learning programs, and some of them, like SD, are free. The second good news is, you can read Spanish novels after 2-4 months, as many English and Spanish words share the same Latin roots. Once you can read interesting books, study Spanish becomes a source of enjoyment rather than a drag.

I am glad that I chose Spanish instead of French or German.

Have fun.

updated Feb 15, 2012
posted by JazSpanish
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Spnish is aweful!

updated Feb 15, 2012
posted by Spenco
Just kidding. Some of it is easy and some of it is hard. - Spenco, Feb 15, 2012
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If you are Russian

updated Feb 15, 2012
posted by 0011b50a