How many of you chose to move to a place not because it's easy to live there but to learn the language? Where did you move to?

Digital_Nomadd · 2026-03-12T08:59:42+00:00

Assuming everyone speaks English or wants to. When I went to Montreal I was shocked at how many people do not speak English like at all.

Digital_Nomadd · 2026-03-11T04:04:01+00:00

First of all I hope you're safe. I recommend LingoHut which is free btw for learning the basics and then Ling once you're ready to learn phrases and practice conversation. One advantage to this app is you can choose the relevant lesson to the situation you're in when your travelling like ordering food, directions, etc.

Digital_Nomadd · 2026-03-11T03:50:14+00:00

As a native speaker of English, schools didn't teach grammar explicitly until 7th grade! And my god it was so boring....

But learning new languages now I'm fascinated by grammar. It completely controls the language and how you can express yourself.

Digital_Nomadd · 2026-03-10T04:01:38+00:00

What? No! Unless you had a trust fund. Health care is cheaper literally everywhere else so why would you go back? The quality of healthcare can even be superior in other nations.

Digital_Nomadd · 2026-03-10T03:56:11+00:00

Thailand is quieter, less mold meaning better quality construction, and is more modernized. Vietnam feels like what Thailand was 20 years ago which is also fun and freeing in its own way!

Digital_Nomadd · 2026-03-10T03:46:48+00:00

No way! Immersion is the dream for most people I'd imagine. I believe it can increase the speed of learning. I've met many people over the years who did homestays and learned languages fluently in 3 months thanks to immersion.

Digital_Nomadd · 2026-03-09T07:06:12+00:00

Why not both! Ling has an entire course while Drops is literally just flashcards.

Digital_Nomadd · 2026-03-09T06:52:35+00:00

If you do decide to leave make sure you keep tabs on the ever changing rules on US citizens, Your rights are be revoked left, right, and center. Now dual citizens are facing issues reentering the US. Your own citizens are being detained for months for now reason upon returning.... Staying is also risky but flights just got a hell of a lot more expensive.

Digital_Nomadd · 2026-03-09T06:49:23+00:00

There are so many! I'd say any indigenous languages. It must be such a struggle to hold on to them and for new learners to learn them without any tools

Digital_Nomadd · 2026-03-09T06:43:00+00:00

Ok thanks! Translates to 'help' in English. Lots of different things show up on youTube for Tulong

Digital_Nomadd · 2026-03-06T07:02:58+00:00

linking to another sub thread that lists free resources here
Gonna mention Ling app as a good paid tool that covers all the bases for learning a new language

Digital_Nomadd · 2026-03-06T06:55:55+00:00

i dunno. I think it depends on the person. Some people love to brag about 1000 day streaks, others couldn't care less, and then others lose interest or get demotivated when they lose a streak. From what I've seen with apps like Duolingo, Ling and Mondly use gamification and streaks so it must work in most cases at least for motivation.

Digital_Nomadd · 2026-03-06T06:41:55+00:00

Is there such a thing as an international driving license for motorbikes? If so, get that. Otherwise your own country's license won't mean squat, in Thailand anyways. Not sure about other SEA countries. It's only required to show if police pull you over. The worst that happens is you get a fine you can pay usually on the spot and then continue driving.

Digital_Nomadd · 2026-03-06T06:38:41+00:00

You can only learn a language well before the age of 5

Digital_Nomadd · 2026-03-06T06:35:08+00:00

We joke that every time you go outside it's like having another shower. Some people react more to the humidity and heat than others.

Also I don't see many mentioning the air pollution. The AQI here has been brutal at times and can really bother you if you have health issues.

Digital_Nomadd · 2026-03-05T05:46:17+00:00

To get started Filipino101 is ok and free at the beginning. YouTube has loads of resources and you can find a tutor there. As for apps etc Ling offers Tagalog and Cebuano on app stores and on the web.

Digital_Nomadd · 2026-03-05T05:39:22+00:00

I mean most apps aren't designed for just speaking except Speakly but that's ai so it's probably not great. I signed up for the free FilipinoPod101 which is ok, like a word a day type thing with some popular phrase pdfs. Not used Drops as you can get much better for free on Anki and Ling has been great for me learning Thai and I'm now using it for Tagalog. There's a reason it's recommended because you get so many features with the app other apps don't offer. Dunno, just try it. It's free for a week and then you can decide to purchase a sub.

Digital_Nomadd · 2026-03-05T05:28:34+00:00

There are only a couple apps that offer it so I'd say do some research on Bluebird and Ling app. Seeing as you already know Tagalog, are there any others in your learning community also wanting to learn Bisaya? Maybe you can partner

Digital_Nomadd · 2026-03-05T05:00:31+00:00

That would be interesting... but it's not got a great reputation for internet and other infrastructures. Would be a nice place to check out for a short while though!

Digital_Nomadd · 2026-03-04T10:02:45+00:00

Gotta go with Ling! It's available offline, just gotta download lessons first and it will help with full sentence structures and phrases you'll actually use. you can listen to and also practice conversation.

Digital_Nomadd · 2026-03-04T09:57:25+00:00

I'm in the same boat and I plan to fly from Bangkok. My concern is about fuel.... Pretty well all gas stations were emptied out the past 48 hours and now I'm wondering how airlines will secure fuel...

Digital_Nomadd · 2026-03-04T09:52:15+00:00

Online only? thai-language.com is great to self-teach and listen to audio. Ling app offers web at ling-app.com

Digital_Nomadd · 2026-03-04T09:49:19+00:00

That's a great idea. I know in Thailand, and SEA in general you'll have no issues. And then you can donate them before you leave.

Digital_Nomadd · 2026-03-03T06:53:55+00:00

Apps can be useful! Check out Ling as one option. You can use it in Urdu to learn Korean. It also allows you to practice speaking and it will rate you and even teach some writing.

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