Luke's ENGLISH Podcast - Learn British English with Luke Thompson 62. Learning English - Advice from a German comedian living in London
Apr 3, 2011
German comedian Paco Erhard, living in London, shares his experiences as a learner of English and performing comedy in his second language. They discuss the importance of immersion and practical experience in language learning. They also explore the transition from writer to entertainer, and the preparations for the biggest comedy show in the world, Edinburgh.
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Secret Language
- Paco's parents used English as a “secret language” to discuss things they didn't want him and his siblings to understand.
- This sparked his interest in English, leading him to request an English cassette tape course at age eight.
Immersion and Practice
- Immerse yourself in the English-speaking environment to improve fluency.
- Speaking, listening, and interacting are key, even if you only know a few words initially.
Overcome Fear, Embrace Practice
- Don't be afraid to speak, even if you're not perfect.
- People are generally happy to help and appreciate the effort, and practice is crucial for improvement.