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I learned German in 1 year and landed a job at Siemens where I served German customers in German (and not in English!) How did I do it?

There are multiple ways which can be used together to get the best way. Totally depends on the learner. Here are some of them:

1. Find a good mentor and you're half way through.

2. Join a good institute e.g Goethe Institute for German, Alliance Francaise for French. They have great sources of knowledge and know exactly how those languages are taught.

3.If you have basic knowledge of the language, start listening to simple Radio clips. It helps you improve your pronunciation. Or simply go to youtube and see/listen to the videos. There are many well-known resources and also some reading material on the net. Jump according to the needs and levels.

4.Try to find the meaning of every single word you come across. Use the dictionary for German, French, Spanish, and more. Keep google translator as your last option.

5.Finally, it is a language. It does take time to learn. Have some patience. Enjoy every bit of it and go ahead.

Best of luck. :)



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