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Fluent in 3 Months: How Anyone at Any Age Can Learn to Speak Any Language from Anywhere in the World Paperback – March 11, 2014

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Benny Lewis, who speaks over ten languages—all self-taught—runs the largest language-learning blog in the world, Fluent In 3 Months. Lewis is a full-time "language hacker," someone who devotes all of his time to finding better, faster, and more efficient ways to learn languages. Fluent in 3 Months: How Anyone at Any Age Can Learn to Speak Any Language from Anywhere in the World is a new blueprint for fast language learning. Lewis argues that you don't need a great memory or "the language gene" to learn a language quickly, and debunks a number of long-held beliefs, such as adults not being as good of language learners as children.

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“The most humanistic, holistic, realistic book about language learning ever written. I actually got teary–eyed at how naturally and powerfully it helps you overcome a lifetime of fear and procrastination. A must-read for anyone wanting to learn another language.” — Derek Sivers, founder of CD Baby and author of Anything You Want

“Plenty of books can teach you the dusty methods of studying grammar and vocabulary lists. Fluent in 3 Months is the one to read if you want to actually communicate...quickly. Buy this book and prepare to experience the world-no matter where you live or travel.” — Chris Guillebeau, New York Times Bestselling Author of The $100 Startup

“Author Lewis, named a 2013 “Traveler of the Year” by National Geographic’s Traveler magazine, is a polyglot with average natural aptitude... Lewis sees language as communication, and his readers are encouraged to begin speaking right away, correcting mistakes and increasing vocabulary as they go.” — Library Journal

“Out go the boring grammar drills, in comes role-playing and language games... Language learning has never been easier or more fun.” — Chicago Tribune

“To be successful, international businesses... need to adapt to the needs of foreign clients as well as to communicate with foreign partners effectively... Lewis’ focus on the benefit to business of multilingual language ability is striking a resonant chord.” — Forbes

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An Unconventional Guide to Start Speaking a New Language Today

Benny Lewis is the creator of www.fluentin3months.com, the largest language learning blog in the world. His proven techniques break down language learning myths and replace them with practical "language hacks" that take advantage of the skills we already possess. Fluent in 3 Months provides everything you need to make learning a new language fast, intuitive, and fun.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ HarperOne; F 1st Paperback edition (March 11, 2014)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 256 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0062282697
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0062282699
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.31 x 0.58 x 8 inches
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In 2003, Irish native Benny Lewis spoke only one language: English. After college, he moved to Spain and was soon frustrated that he could not speak Spanish despite months of trying. So he decided to abandon traditional learning approaches, and everything changed.

Today Benny is the known as The Irish Polyglot and speaks over 10 languages, several at a fluent level. He also now runs the largest language learning blog in the world, fluentin3months.com, which receives more than half a million unique visitors every month, and he makes frequent videos on his YouTube channel to encourage newbie language learners.

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Customers find the information quality useful, practical, and unmistakable. They describe the book as excellent, a good resource, and solid advice on learning a new language faster than they thought. Readers also mention it's a quick, easy read that is easy to understand and written in an engaging style.

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Customers find the book provides useful tips, a treasure trove of knowledge, and wisdom. They appreciate the practical knowledge and experience. Readers also mention the book is motivational, with good examples on various techniques that can be used to memorize vocabulary. Additionally, they say it has great resources cited and a down-to-earth approach.

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"...There are so many good ideas on how to learn a language and get to the point of fluency! And I read this using the Audible with the author's voice...." Read more

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Customers find the book excellent and well worth the money. They say it offers good, practical advice on learning a new language faster than they thought. Readers also mention it's a quick read and a great listen for anyone looking for a nudge to get started.

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Customers find the book easy to read and understand. They say it provides a simple, proven process to learning. Readers also mention the material is interesting to read. In addition, they say the book provides action steps and concrete approaches to learning faster.

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Benny, the Irish Polyglot, is an inspiration to anyone who is trying to pick up a new language. He advocates speaking your target language from day one, eschewing traditional learning materials until you already have a handle on the language, and learning for the sake of communication rather than any side benefits the language may impart. He lays out his basic philosophy of language learning, suggests materials and websites that my help with the task, and gives some specific encouragement for a handful of particular languages. Overall, it's an encouraging book for any language learner and I'd recommend it for the inspiration if nothing else.
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Kris Broholm
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing guide on how to learn a language fast (but not in 3 months!)
Reviewed in the United States on April 9, 2014
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Benny Lewis wrote this down-to-earth book for people who are interested in learning languages. It's his condensed wisdom from having learnt over 12 languages and blogging about it for many years. It's a great read because it empowers the readers with confidence to go and do it themselves.

The title is the only thing I have a slight problem with - Although you can probably get fluent in some languages in 3 months, you need to put in an unrealistic amount of effort to do so. Besides, Benny has done it many times and built up a system and experience that allows him to get his fast. For unpractised people it is healthier and better to not focus so much on "X weeks and Y months" but simply start forming good language learning habits, learning something every day and appreciating the new world that opens up when you learn a language.

PROS:
- Lays out all you need to learn a language fast and efficiently
- Full of tips and tricks Benny acquired by travelling the world
- Well organised and motivating to get read
- Access to exclusive extra content such as interviews and additional resources

CONS:
- The title. For most people unless you put in full-time-job-like hours, it is unrealistic to reach fluency in 3 months.
- Benny writes on a very personal level, so sometimes the sentences drag out a little.

So what are you waiting for, if you have been thinking about learning a foreign language then this book is DEFINITELY your #1 stop on the journey. Think of it as the training wheels you had on your bike, when you first were taught how to ride it. This is what Fluent in 3 Months is.
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Wayne J
4.0 out of 5 stars Some good, sensible advice
Reviewed in the United States on March 27, 2014
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I have only sporadically read some pieces on Benny's blog so I wasn't fully aware of his views on learning a language but after having read quite a few books on learning languages in recent months I have to say this one stood out as one of the better ones.

The book is written in an engaging style and while talking about his approach to learning it didn't feel like I was reading a sermon on the subject. I like his approach to learning which adopts some 'newer' techniques such as Skype and italki along with the old-fashioned method of grabbing a phrase book to get started.

While the title says Fluent in 3 months, which ties in with his blog, I think that anyone reading the book will quickly understand that it is highly unlikely that anyone will be fluent in 3 months in any second language. If people are buying this book thinking that this book contains the secret that make them fluent in 3 months when all other methods have failed then they will be disappointed. However, the book is choc-full of handy tips and I highlighted many, many lines as I read it.

For example some of my highlights include:
* The single ingredient that separates successful language learners from unsuccessful ones is a passion for the language itself. WIthout it you have no reason to persist, with it you will find the time (and he minutes, days, months and years) to put aside to learn your language.
* You need to make time. You only make progress if you set aside the time to allow it t happen. "Ultimately... it is the number of minutes EVERY DAY (my emphasis) you devote to this challenge. These minutes are what truly count."
* Grab a phrasebook and get started, don't hunt around and procrastinate looking for the "perfect" course.
* Focus on one major project at a time. That is, learn one language at a time. (This ties in quite neatly with much of the theory around learning and deliberate practice these days).
* Forget about perfect mastery and aim for conversational level (or even lower) first.
* To realistically expect to make good progress in a language in a short period of time, you have to put at least two hours per day into it and ideally more.
* Flashcards and spaced repetition using Anki has helped him learn languages
* The best way to ensure progress is to be active from the start. Don't make it all about studying; make it about using the language.

And there were many more highlights apart from this short list.

I found the book helpful as a book about learning languages and I think many others would as well. Highly recommended.
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darswords
5.0 out of 5 stars The Best Book About Learning Languages!
Reviewed in the United States on February 19, 2017
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I finished reading this a couple days ago. No, I was not in the haze of wanting to stay with the story or characters. This is a non-fiction about learning other languages. I didn't want to leave this one because it helped me so much and I want to re-read it a lot more times.

As many of you know, I have been working with Duolingo learning Spanish and German. I have taken two levels of both in school but would like to be fluent in both of them. Right now I can read a bit but I feel so very elementary in both of them.

There are so many good ideas on how to learn a language and get to the point of fluency! And I read this using the Audible with the author's voice. What a delight to hear his accent and enthusiasm! And he is a polyglot. For those of you like I was, who don't know, that means he is fluent in many languages, all learned since he was an adult.

The best part is that there are web-links to study certain aspects of each chapter. I didn't follow those with the first reading, but I will with the next. And I will take notes and make flashcards.

This is the best book about languages I have ever read. If you are thinking about studying another language, this should be your first book to read to give you the best start.
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Gavriel
3.0 out of 5 stars Nice, inspiring, but not practical.
Reviewed in the United States on April 27, 2022
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The author is very enthusiastic and inspiring. He does have a good point and approach. But a few useful tips aside, the book doesn’t provide with any tools or methodology. Not worth buying.
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Ray
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 2, 2024
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An excellent all around book, if you're nervous about learning another language then this is the book for you. I read it before doing a nine-month backpacking trip and it paid off!
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Dawid Izydor
4.0 out of 5 stars A very nice book to start your language learning journey
Reviewed in Poland on February 12, 2024
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The book definitely motivates you a lot about what to do but it lacks a bit with the tools
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Hassan akkad
5.0 out of 5 stars Good book
Reviewed in Sweden on November 25, 2023
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I start of it and it has a good tips for learning.
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Charles Bell
5.0 out of 5 stars Very helpful.
Reviewed in Spain on December 23, 2022
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This really simplified the language learning process and shed a light on dark corners. Above all, it gave me confidence to learn and practice more, and I have made big strides. You can't put a price on that.
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Luis
4.0 out of 5 stars Interesting
Reviewed in Mexico on January 4, 2020
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It's interesting how they prove languages are not difficult. I think people have to learn languages many of they can. It seemed that he studied profoundly to make this book.
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