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Learning Hacks | Finding flow in language learning

Optimal flow, also known as the “flow state,” is a state of peak performance in which an individual is fully immersed and focused on the task at hand. Research has shown that experiencing optimal flow can lead to increased productivity and motivation, as well as a deeper sense of satisfaction and enjoyment. In the realm of language learning, achieving the flow state can have significant benefits, including faster acquisition of new skills and a greater retention of information. By understanding how to enter and maintain the flow state, language learners can optimize their study sessions and ultimately improve their overall progress and success in learning a new language.

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Learning Hacks | Spaced Repetition, the key to vocab study

You’re putting in the hard work and have started studying vocabulary! Great job! But are you studying the smart way? Spaced repetition learning may be the key to finally making those new words stick. This learning technique, which involves reviewing new material at increasing intervals, has been shown to be highly effective for vocabulary acquisition.

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Pick the best Dutch words to learn using Zipf's Law.
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Learning Hacks | Effective vocabulary with Zipf’s Law

Are you trying to learn Dutch but feeling overwhelmed by the sheer number of words you need to know? Insights from linguistics and mathematics show that you won’t need much more than 750 carefully selected words to master the basics. And we’ve already collected them for you.

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Is Dutch similar to English?

Did you know that Dutch is quite similar to English? And that Dutch, therefore, is not actually that difficult to learn? Find out more about the similarities between Dutch and English!

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Dutch dialects on the map
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Dutch dialects

Ever realized that the Dutch people you meet sound nothing like the Dutch you’re learning? That’s because Dutch has quite a lot of dialects, let’s dive deeper into a couple of the most common ones!

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