What is a language tandem?

With a language tandem you usually get together, in person or online, and, you’ve guessed it, practice languages together! This partner is someone who learns your language or the language you are fluent in. With tandem language learning, together you can practice conversation, do homework or exercises together, or just casually chat - there really are no boundaries, and that's the beauty of a language tandem in a nutshell.

How can I find a language tandem?

The more traditional way: See if your city or the local universities / language schools offer some kind of tandem program. The chances are high that there are some exchange students from China at a college or university in your region. Or maybe you have luck and find native speakers at work. Probably the easier way: Nowadays you can easily find a language partner online . Since you are not bound to your location, there are many more great opportunities to find like-minded people who want to learn your language. See if there are language exchange groups on social media, such as Facebook. Other possibilities include apps specially made to find language partners, like Tandem or HelloTalk . Of course, it might take some luck and time to find someone – but there are hundreds of people out there, so you surely will find someone who matches your learning expectations and somewhat your personality and interests.

Is a language tandem a good way to learn a language?

They really are! The thing to keep in mind is to have a bit of a structure and continuity. For many language tandems it works best to schedule a regular time to meet or chat each week.

Can LTL help find me a language partner?

Yes! This comes in the form of the "Connection Kit". It's worth noting this is something only LTL students can purchase so you'd need to be a student of theirs, but essentially the connection kit finds you two language partners. They already have a page with more details about it, you can read about it here . Any new LTL students going to their campus I wholeheartedly recommend this!

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