Tips 004: An Introduction To The 7 Principles Of Conversation Hacking

In this episode of the Real Fast Spanish Tips Podcast I introduce the 7 principles of conversation hacking.

Conversation hacking is one of the best techniques I know to get to a conversational level in Spanish as fast as possible. If you are learning Spanish and haven’t reached a conversational level yet then it is worth reviewing the principles of the conversation hacking method.

Quote from the podcast episode:

“Love without conversation is impossible.” – Mortimer Adler (1902 – 2001)

In This Tip, You Will Hear About:

• 2 Approaches you can take to learn a language – read more here
• The 7 Principles Of Conversation Hacking:

1. Fluency is not the goal
2. Not all words are created equally – spanish frequency study
3. Not all grammar rules are created equally – see grammar hacking rules
4. Total vocabulary and total grammar does not equal effective usable vocabulary and grammar
5. Listening comprehension is improved by active listening and context – active listening course
6. Spanish pronunciation requires focus on a few distinct sounds
7. Conversational skills in general need to be developed

Conversation exchange websites:

http://www.italki.com/

https://www.verbling.com/

http://www.conversationexchange.com/

If you want to learn more check out the conversation hacking guide here.

The guide includes:

• Top 1000 words for conversation hacking spanish
• 13 Spanish grammar hacking sentences
• Sounds to focus on for pronunciation
• Conversational skills questions and tips
• Language learning mindset tips

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