How I Successfully Learned Swahili in Just One Month

TLDRLearn how I mastered Swahili in a month and became fluent in the language through consistent practice and dedication.

Key insights

💡Identify your why and the reason behind learning a new language.

🔍Develop a genuine interest in the language you want to learn.

Consistency and persistence are key factors in language learning.

💪As a young person, take advantage of your energy and free time to learn new languages.

🌍Learning new languages opens doors to new cultures, opportunities, and connections.

Q&A

How long did it take you to learn Swahili?

I was able to become fluent in Swahili in just one month through consistent practice and dedication.

What motivated you to learn Swahili?

The African Union adopting Swahili as a working language in the continent motivated me to learn the language.

Is it difficult to learn Swahili?

Learning any language requires effort and dedication, but with consistent practice and the right resources, it is definitely possible to learn Swahili.

What tips do you have for language learning?

Identify your reason for learning a language, develop a genuine interest, stay consistent, and take advantage of your youth and free time to practice.

How has learning Swahili benefited you?

Learning Swahili has allowed me to connect with friends from Kenya, experience Tanzanian music and culture, and expand my linguistic abilities.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Introduction to the video topic: How the person learned Swahili in just one month.

01:00Explanation of the motivation to learn Swahili after the African Union's adoption of the language.

01:56Previous attempts and failures to learn Swahili in 2017 and 2020.

02:16Rekindling the interest in learning Swahili due to Tanzanian music's popularity.

02:42The importance of being young and energetic in language learning.

03:10Daily language learning routine through Duolingo and other language learning apps.

04:13Challenges faced in learning Swahili, including the speed of native speakers.

05:13Key takeaways from the language learning journey: knowing your why, genuine interest, consistency, and persistence.