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What is the easiest language to learn for English speakers?
Easiest means closest to English. Motivation still matters more than small differences.
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Step 4Estoy cansado.
I am tired.
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Say it out loud. Green landed, yellow was close.
Start freeWhy these are easier
- Shared vocabulary, from Latin or Germanic roots.
- The Latin alphabet, so you can read from day one.
- Regular, well-documented grammar.
- Lots of learning material and native speakers.
Is Spanish easier than French?
They are in the same band. Spanish pronunciation is more regular; French spelling and sounds take longer.
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What is the hardest language for English speakers?
Chinese, Japanese, Korean and Arabic are usually rated hardest for English speakers, at about 2,200 hours. Here is what makes them hard, and why they are still doable.
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