The document outlines strategies for learning English, emphasizing the importance of understanding basic sentence structures and functions. It advocates for using synonyms, avoiding translations, and engaging in active practice without fear of making mistakes. Additional recommendations include immersing oneself in the language through various media and focusing on conversation control.

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4. Peter Mangiaracina Imitate Observe Listen Watch Speak Repeat

5. Situational Can be Universal Can function as templates Peter Mangiaracina

6. Learn basic sentence structure SUBJECT+VERB+OBJECT Use functions to understand structure Find common structures Time markers Different types of phrases Substitute Vocabulary Peter Mangiaracina

7. Avoid translations Use synonyms (one word best) Learn antonyms (opposites) Use images Make associative pairs Peter Mangiaracina

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9. Write everything in English Use short sentences Zen proverb Peter Mangiaracina

10. Use key words to ask questions Paraphrase for confirmation Avoid monologues (yours and his/hers) Stay on topic or Steer conversation to known topics Ask more questions on telephone Peter Mangiaracina

11. Peter Mangiaracina Nobody is perfect You WILL make mistakes Don’t let fear limit your practice

12. Take lessons! Visit English speaking country Read short articles Music lyrics not a good option Download English podcasts Peter Mangiaracina

13. Peter Mangiaracina Over a period of several years:

14. Grammar and translations don’t work Use Inherent skills Learn functions Recognize patterns Keep it simple Control conversations Don’t draw attention to mistakes Use diverse media for comprehension Peter Mangiaracina