Solving the listening comprehension problem

In this episode, I share my biggest challenge in learning
Indonesian—listening comprehension. While I can read well and
converse with teachers, real-life conversations at natural speed
remain a struggle. With my upcoming travels in Java, improving my
listening skills has become my top priority.


A common mistake is jumping straight into native content like TV
or radio, which can be overwhelming. Instead, I use a structured
approach with a language learning podcast by Innovative Language.
Each lesson starts with a natural conversation, then breaks it
down before replaying it. This method has helped me in many
languages by gradually training my ear to recognise fast speech.


I’ll be using this daily to prepare for speaking with locals. If
listening comprehension is a challenge for you, check out the
link in the show notes. I’ll update you soon on my progress.
Happy language learning and happy travels!


Mentioned in this episode:If you’re
looking to improve your listening comprehension, I highly
recommend the Innovative Language Podcast. It offers structured,
level-based lessons in nearly 40 languages, breaking down real
conversations to help you train your ear for natural speech.


Find your language and start learning today: Check out Innovative
Podcasts here!


Other useful links:
If you need one-on-one language guidance, schedule a consultation
session with Benny at languagehacking.com/chat.
And don’t forget to check out the Fluent in 3 Months Bootcamp
here!


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