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Is the online role-playing game Cantr II much use for language learning?

Does it take “about 50 exposures for most words to be retained in long term memory”?

How do I make my Chinese listening robust to unknown words?

Can Siri be used for foreign-language speaking and listening practice?

I want to train myself to use the Chinese grammar particle 了 correctly: how do I go about doing that?

What are the most effective ways for a beginner to learn Arabic for reading the Qur'an?

Is it more productive to speak 2 hours with a student who is learning the same language, or 1 hour with a native speaker?

Is there much point in aiming for the HSK5 or HSK6 Chinese tests (assuming it's not required)?

When the Foreign Services Institute says “X class hours” are required, how many hours of self-study are assumed?

Is there an observable Dunning-Kruger-style effect whereby the most difficult languages for a student to learn are initially considered easy?

Are there study methods aimed in particular at Chinese measure words?

Translating paragraphs then comparing with an existing translation: is this technique used to improve writing skills?

Is there evidence that tongue twisters help with listening and pronunciation?

Are there language textbooks which include an epilogue which is understandable once the textbook's contents are mastered?

What do Chinese students do with the lists of new characters in 语文 textbooks?

What “homework” can I do to benefit more from watching a Chinese movie?

Where can I find example answers to the Chinese HSK6 test composition 书写 (aka 缩写 or “question 101”)?

How can I prepare for a discussion involving pre-specified Chinese words with my teacher?

Difference between reading text written directly in language X, and reading text written in language Y and translated into language X?

For Mandarin, are there estimates on how many repetitions it takes to remember a word through reading?

Is there a language learning log app? (Strava or MyFitnessPal, but for learning languages)

Is there a resource which describes Chinese dynasties which is suitable for HSK6 learners?

How can I repurpose the time spent reading random stuff on the Internet to improve my Chinese?

After stumbling upon a word in Chinese, how can I determine if it's worth studying?

How additionally useful is HSK6 over HSK5 for reading Chinese native news and opinion pieces?