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@@QUINTUSMAXIMUS same my gf of 8 years is a first gen Mexican so my Spanish wasn’t good at all but Duolingo helped me understand words and how to use them
Mi padre es inteligente. Mi madre es elegante. Yo tiene un hermano y una hermana. Mi perro es muy bonito, mi carro es muy caro. *-average Spanish conversation between 2 Duolingo users*
I’m 92 days in Dualingo and I’m playing the free version. I don’t mind the free version. It doesn’t bother me if I have to keep practicing older lessons to gain my hearts back. And I know more Spanish than I did 92 days ago.
The weird sentences ( which are in the Arabic version too) are on purpose. It removes the possibility of “guessing” the answer from context. You have to really know the correct translation if the sentence isn’t predictable. The paid version is very affordable at $6 a month plus Pimsleur doesn’t teach grammar or written language well.
Duo is great. I learn Spanish since 7yrs and have 260k points.however, I am half through, the tree is huge and I need to do all the suggested repetition, so it takes a lot of time to move on in the tree. Anybody else in the same boat???
My reason for learning Spanish: my wife is ecuadorian American and many of her relatives do not speak English. I look forward to creating opportunities to connect with them. Additionally I look forward to traveling to Ecuador multiple times with her and being linguistically independent when in a Spanish speaking country!
I think some of the phrases that are grammatically correct but has a weird meaning are cool. When a phrase makes logical sense you tend to pay less attention to the grammar but when the meaning is strange you might pay a closer attention and if the grammar is correct you are sure that you have learnt that grammar correctly and this weird meaning was what it meant and it will stick to you
Duolingo has been great for learning how to read and learn grammar. Pimsleur is great for getting a start on speaking the language in conversations. I am currently using it to learn Russian, but I also learned a bit of Ukrainian, as well. I used Pimsleur to learn a bit of Polish about 17 years ago, and I can still remember some of it (especially after a quick review). Duolingo really helped me to learn the Cyrillic alphabet used in Russian and Ukrainian. I can actually read a little bit now, which was my original motivation for learning Russian.
This is really my 1st dive into trying to find a program to help me learn Spanish. It definately gave me some questions to ask myself, which was very helpful. Thanks
You can learn spanish really great with Duolingo but In order to speak it properly you need to speak it often during the day and become comfortable and confident with the pronunciation. You also need to listen to and read it. Not just in the app. If you don't do that. You'll never be fluent
thanks for the review. I came to find what other options there are. I feel as though duolingo has helped me recognize words, but I don't think I've gained the ability to hold a conversation.
I'm not a huge fan of their lessons but I do use Duolingo when I'm in long lines or waiting at the doctor's office for something quick. I do love their podcasts and the cute stories they have on their website.
Not bad for the basics. I am on my 70th consecutive day, lesson 34. And Duo's errors are cumulating. Sometimes the English equivalents are wobbly, but Spanish at times goes awry too, especially by rejecting alternative good answers. Worse, some exercises are repeating ad nauseam. Worst, progress is way too slow. Hard to stay concentrated. Time to your stuff AI tested. As for the free version, that is the one to take. In the paid version you can make as many errors as you need. Now that is about the worst sales pitch imaginable. I push myself not to make mistakes.
Why do you want to learn Spanish? I’m a medical professional who wants so badly to be able to communicate with Spanish patients that come to my hospital. Because being able to communicate effectively is part of the healing process as well Also, I have been using the free version as just an introduction to Spanish, before I make my mind up as to which learning program I actually want to use. It’s not that I don’t feel like I’m not learning anything. Because I am learning. But I feel like what I am learning is jumbled up. And really kind of nonsensical. It’s like the “Alice in Wonderland” of language learning apps. But hey, it’s free and it’s something, rather than nothing. BUT I do not intend to stay with Duolingo.
I think user experience varies. I speak french and just started duo en español. Knowing french is definitely making learning Spanish easier. I also believe some people are just more apt at learning a language than others. Just like math is some people’s jam. Not my jam. I don’t math very well. I fair better in linguistics.
It definitely helps me. But if you want to learn only through the app it will be difficult and it will take a long time. If you want to learn a new language on the side duo is definitely for you.
What is the concept of more robust? I started with Duolingo free. Ads drove me crazy interrupting memorization. I now use subscription. Upgrade if you can afford. Always review. Newer German and Spanish lessons include audio multiple choice audio to match to the German or English word. Because I am learning Spanish, I switch sometimes to learn Spanish from German or the opposite. Duolingo has lessons where you speak. But I used to avoid. Have I improved or has Duolingo become smarter? No matter which app or even human you learn from, use other resources. For example, if you want to learn to discuss business or science or agriculture, you may not get that from one teacher.
Duolingo is definitely a beginners app, teaches a few phrases which can help boost up your vocabulary. If your learning something like Japanese or Korean, they have a section where they teach you the alphabet/s of that language. Duolingo should not be used as the only resource or the main resource!
I've been using Duolingo free version to review previous Spanish lauguage classes. I haven't tried the paid plans yet. I really haven't noticed the ads. It seems a bit repetitive though. I haven't been paying attention to the hearts at all. Yes, the variety of types of practices is good.
I was enjoying learning Duolingo before I downloaded the new app, then I got stuck with the option to buy gems or keep repeating the same lesson over and over , I got really frustrated and uninstalled the app because I did not want to pay.
John, Duolingo has changed. I’m frustrated. I want to do challenge with others, they ask me and I do them and they don’t do any part of it. That’s ok, but I’m stuck in learning in Spanish. I don’t know how to ask others how to do challenges. Can you assist? Can you suggest something for a auditory learner.? Yes, I can read, but when I listen, I never miss a beat. Duolingo took away there stories, 1-4 in each exercise. In that part, I loved to hear correct pronunciation.. help 😊!
Thanks for watching! We are well aware of the major Duo update, and plan to release a few videos discussing it in January. While there are some serious negatives with it, there are a few pros as well (but mostly cons haha). Those vids will be out shortly. To answer your other question - for auditory learners, you should definitely consider Rocket Languages and Pimsleur. Those are by far the best two apps for auditory learners with their audio-based lessons.
My friend and I have a running joke that the Duolingo bird will hunt us down with a crowbar if we miss lessons. Like, the persistent notifications have a bit on a "I see you missed another lesson. How do your kneecaps feel about that?" flavor to them. All joking of course. I enjoy the app, but, it doesn't seem to keep my ADHD brain engaged/challenged enough to really want to keep using it. So I'm searching for a better alternative.
The “new” version of Duolingo Spanish for me is terrible. It really limits flexibility. It may have value to some, but why can’t they have both styles?
Firstly, it is South American Spanish. This is not the Spanish Spaniards speak. Duolingo doesn't teach the verb Coger, one of the verbs more used in Spain and most of the countries because in México means To Fuck. Duolingo gives as an error expressions and meanings that are correct
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Duolingo has definitely been great for learning to read and write in Spanish but not so much for speaking for me.
I already knew some Spanish, but my grammar wasn't great, so it has helped me speak better, but it's more grammar focused.
@@QUINTUSMAXIMUS same my gf of 8 years is a first gen Mexican so my Spanish wasn’t good at all but Duolingo helped me understand words and how to use them
I’m a natural speaker.
If you always speak out loud everything you see on the screen it will definitely help with speaking.
Mi padre es inteligente. Mi madre es elegante. Yo tiene un hermano y una hermana. Mi perro es muy bonito, mi carro es muy caro.
*-average Spanish conversation between 2 Duolingo users*
Lol
I’m 92 days in Dualingo and I’m playing the free version. I don’t mind the free version. It doesn’t bother me if I have to keep practicing older lessons to gain my hearts back. And I know more Spanish than I did 92 days ago.
I got the cracked version so I don't have this problem, ;)
what is the cracked version?
@@kristiant96 how?
The weird sentences ( which are in the Arabic version too) are on purpose. It removes the possibility of “guessing” the answer from context. You have to really know the correct translation if the sentence isn’t predictable.
The paid version is very affordable at $6 a month plus Pimsleur doesn’t teach grammar or written language well.
Duo is great. I learn Spanish since 7yrs and have 260k points.however, I am half through, the tree is huge and I need to do all the suggested repetition, so it takes a lot of time to move on in the tree. Anybody else in the same boat???
In today's integrated world, one needs to learn multiple languages. Thank you for sharing your insight !!
@Brad Hedge yo no comprehedo 💀 que tú hablo sobre
Duolingo has pros and cons to learn a new language. I like that it incorporates English, so can be used as a quick study source.
These types of reviews always help bilingual learners. Appreciate the review!
My reason for learning Spanish: my wife is ecuadorian American and many of her relatives do not speak English. I look forward to creating opportunities to connect with them. Additionally I look forward to traveling to Ecuador multiple times with her and being linguistically independent when in a Spanish speaking country!
Nice!!
My wife is first gen Mexican and it’s the same but I’ve been practicing a lot and they appreciate it
I think some of the phrases that are grammatically correct but has a weird meaning are cool. When a phrase makes logical sense you tend to pay less attention to the grammar but when the meaning is strange you might pay a closer attention and if the grammar is correct you are sure that you have learnt that grammar correctly and this weird meaning was what it meant and it will stick to you
That is a good point, hadn't thought of it that way before! Thanks!
Duolingo has been great for learning how to read and learn grammar. Pimsleur is great for getting a start on speaking the language in conversations. I am currently using it to learn Russian, but I also learned a bit of Ukrainian, as well. I used Pimsleur to learn a bit of Polish about 17 years ago, and I can still remember some of it (especially after a quick review). Duolingo really helped me to learn the Cyrillic alphabet used in Russian and Ukrainian. I can actually read a little bit now, which was my original motivation for learning Russian.
This is really my 1st dive into trying to find a program to help me learn Spanish. It definately gave me some questions to ask myself, which was very helpful. Thanks
Glad we could help!
You can learn spanish really great with Duolingo but In order to speak it properly you need to speak it often during the day and become comfortable and confident with the pronunciation. You also need to listen to and read it. Not just in the app. If you don't do that. You'll never be fluent
Very, very true and a good point
thanks for the review. I came to find what other options there are. I feel as though duolingo has helped me recognize words, but I don't think I've gained the ability to hold a conversation.
Thanks for the great duolingo review! Very helpful!
Duolingo helps me with the grammar and thinking in Spanish. I do occasionally use Babbel. I like Duolingo. It's beneficial. It's free.
Thanks for watching! Agreed that Duolingo is about the free resource on the market. Or maybe Memrise.
Loved the review !
Also, yesterday Duolingo gave me this sentence: My dog washed the dishes yesterday. LOL, what?
haha, not shocked to hear that 🤣
I'm learning Spanish to be able to talk with my fiance's family and friends. Thanks for the content!
I'm not a huge fan of their lessons but I do use Duolingo when I'm in long lines or waiting at the doctor's office for something quick. I do love their podcasts and the cute stories they have on their website.
Yeah there is some value there, for sure
I use it because it's easy to navigate, like you mentioned. I'm sure the other apps are better but I like the way duo looks
Not bad for the basics. I am on my 70th consecutive day, lesson 34. And Duo's errors are cumulating. Sometimes the English equivalents are wobbly, but Spanish at times goes awry too, especially by rejecting alternative good answers. Worse, some exercises are repeating ad nauseam. Worst, progress is way too slow. Hard to stay concentrated. Time to your stuff AI tested. As for the free version, that is the one to take. In the paid version you can make as many errors as you need. Now that is about the worst sales pitch imaginable. I push myself not to make mistakes.
Great review. Very helpful.
Why do you want to learn Spanish?
I’m a medical professional who wants so badly to be able to communicate with Spanish patients that come to my hospital. Because being able to communicate effectively is part of the healing process as well
Also, I have been using the free version as just an introduction to Spanish, before I make my mind up as to which learning program I actually want to use. It’s not that I don’t feel like I’m not learning anything. Because I am learning. But I feel like what I am learning is jumbled up. And really kind of nonsensical. It’s like the “Alice in Wonderland” of language learning apps. But hey, it’s free and it’s something, rather than nothing. BUT I do not intend to stay with Duolingo.
Very helpful. Thanks for making it.
Thank you so much for this video!!
dont pay for the upgrade make a class as yourself as the teacher theirs videos on how to do this
I’m learning Spanish to reach fluency 💗💗
Thank you for this helpful review!
I think user experience varies. I speak french and just started duo en español. Knowing french is definitely making learning Spanish easier. I also believe some people are just more apt at learning a language than others. Just like math is some people’s jam. Not my jam. I don’t math very well. I fair better in linguistics.
It's a very valid point. Thanks for watching!
This is very outdated. There is only a single lane path for all languages. The multi lane path no longer exists.
It definitely helps me. But if you want to learn only through the app it will be difficult and it will take a long time. If you want to learn a new language on the side duo is definitely for you.
Thanks a million for the video! Your videos are very informative !
Thanks for watching!
great review. always wondered whether Duolingo was any good.
Great review 👍🏾
What is the concept of more robust? I started with Duolingo free. Ads drove me crazy interrupting memorization. I now use subscription. Upgrade if you can afford. Always review. Newer German and Spanish lessons include audio multiple choice audio to match to the German or English word. Because I am learning Spanish, I switch sometimes to learn Spanish from German or the opposite. Duolingo has lessons where you speak. But I used to avoid. Have I improved or has Duolingo become smarter?
No matter which app or even human you learn from, use other resources. For example, if you want to learn to discuss business or science or agriculture, you may not get that from one teacher.
Thank you, you are very nice and professional 😊🙏❤️
Thank you! 😃
Duolingo is definitely a beginners app, teaches a few phrases which can help boost up your vocabulary. If your learning something like Japanese or Korean, they have a section where they teach you the alphabet/s of that language. Duolingo should not be used as the only resource or the main resource!
agreed! that's how we see it too
I've been using Duolingo free version to review previous Spanish lauguage classes. I haven't tried the paid plans yet. I really haven't noticed the ads. It seems a bit repetitive though. I haven't been paying attention to the hearts at all. Yes, the variety of types of practices is good.
It's definitely more of a game like you mentioned. Awesome review!
It really is. Thanks for watching!
another good review on duoling
I was enjoying learning Duolingo before I downloaded the new app, then I got stuck with the option to buy gems or keep repeating the same lesson over and over , I got really frustrated and uninstalled the app because I did not want to pay.
John, Duolingo has changed. I’m frustrated. I want to do challenge with others, they ask me and I do them and they don’t do any part of it. That’s ok, but I’m stuck in learning in Spanish. I don’t know how to ask others how to do challenges. Can you assist? Can you suggest something for a auditory learner.? Yes, I can read, but when I listen, I never miss a beat. Duolingo took away there stories, 1-4 in each exercise. In that part, I loved to hear correct pronunciation.. help 😊!
Thanks for watching! We are well aware of the major Duo update, and plan to release a few videos discussing it in January. While there are some serious negatives with it, there are a few pros as well (but mostly cons haha). Those vids will be out shortly.
To answer your other question - for auditory learners, you should definitely consider Rocket Languages and Pimsleur. Those are by far the best two apps for auditory learners with their audio-based lessons.
Honestly will keep me
Any advice for after completing Duolingo? I’m not expecting to become fully fluent after Duolingo. But I think it’s a great baseline
My friend and I have a running joke that the Duolingo bird will hunt us down with a crowbar if we miss lessons. Like, the persistent notifications have a bit on a "I see you missed another lesson. How do your kneecaps feel about that?" flavor to them. All joking of course. I enjoy the app, but, it doesn't seem to keep my ADHD brain engaged/challenged enough to really want to keep using it. So I'm searching for a better alternative.
Haha! Thanks for watching and sharing!
The “new” version of Duolingo Spanish for me is terrible. It really limits flexibility. It may have value to some, but why can’t they have both styles?
A mi me encanta DuoLingo.
Firstly, it is South American Spanish. This is not the Spanish Spaniards speak. Duolingo doesn't teach the verb Coger, one of the verbs more used in Spain and most of the countries because in México means To Fuck. Duolingo gives as an error expressions and meanings that are correct
Clase gratis por favor
:-)
After a 3 month streak, duolingo got pretty monotonous...
Awesome