2. Choose your tools
There are two keys to learning pronunciation: listening and speaking.
In the previous step, Set your goal, you were able to see a detailed list of sounds and pronunciation features that you need to pay attention to as a native Spanish speaker. Now that you have chosen a goal, it's time to take action and reach your objective.
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Expose yourself to the language
You probably already know of ways to expose yourself to the English language, such as:
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Watch TV shows, movies or the news in English
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Listen to music in English.
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Listen to an English language radio.
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Converse with native English speakers.
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Use tools to improve
But did you know that you can also use mobile apps and websites to practice pronunciation? And yes, it can be intimidating to look for something in the app store or on Google because there are just too many options! Sometimes it's hard to determine what will be useful.
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Below you can find some tools that have been selected because of their quality, their reliability and their focus on pronunciation.
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Things to know about using technological tools for learning:
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Don't expect the tools to be perfect. They can certainly help you achieve specific goals but they will not do all the work for you.
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Use tools with intention. Always keep in mind your learning objective.
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Be active! Even if the tool does not require interaction or give you feedback, remember that repeating what you hear is essential to improving your pronunciation.