When are you fluent in another language? 

The music sound is higher than the speaking sound!

This is probably my favourite video out of this series. The funnel analogy is spot-on!

True! there are different levels of fluency, we tend to think that fluency is near perfection, it´s not. This will allow people to feel more confident about their growth if they see fluency in stages. Good job!!

Fluency for me is when you can dream in another language and understand it

I love the funnel comparison! It's very true, but I never thought about it that way.

I began learning and speaking English in British Columbia, where English was the admimnistrative language. I grew accustomed to where I used to live, so when my parents decided to move back to Europe where they came from, I was in a state of shock and heartbroken. My parents settled in Germany, so I had to learn German to be able to attend school, and as my mother had relatives in the Netherlands, I decided to learn Dutch as well. At school, English was taught as a second language, so I could expand my knowledge of that language, but before that, I practically had to learn German from scrap. Somy brother and I took private lessons in German to at least get some basic knowledgec in it . As for Dutch, my mother washelpful whenever I had any questions concerningthe meanings where I wasn't sure after reading, although Irecognized words similar to the German or / and the English ones, later on finding that there were quite afew French loanwords as well, and some words from other origins, Some came from an almost ancient historic past, while others can be traced back to the time of when Europe colonised lands in oversea locations. However, my father, being from a German background, told me at least once that I should concentrate on the German language first. I remember, though, that when we drove to my mother's father every 2nd or 3rd weekend when he was still alive, I also met some aunts and uncles and cousins of mine, and I was eager to communicate with them in their language should I find the necessity to do so., and to understand what was goin on when i watched television. Although the part of Germany I live in is not too far from the Netherlands, no puböic schooI in the town I reside in offered Dutch language courses, but I do believe that leaning Dutch alsov helped me to understand German better than if I had not done so. And of course, that also led to a better understanding of certain aspects of English as well. Sadly enough, I didn't really meet anyone who gave me advice or counseling on linguistic topics or recommendations. I guess I'll stay rather useless now that the pandemic crisis has set in and everyone is so busy setting up further restrictions, and health care in certain cases seems to be making drawbacks as well. I never managed to return back to where I was born, and I doubt I ever will. Too many issues with what can also affect my health state in the long run, and a feeling of recognition despite the efforts I at least tried to make. I do get some support, but... I get the impression it is not like what could have been. I wonder if I want too much sometimes, and if it's roo late for any meaningful changes I might feel better with - Including to share with worthwhile people.

the funnel thing is a fact...

Very good videos in studying the languages.

Thank you

A good analogy comparing language learning and effort as a cup, with each level/effort compared to increasing volume. Never though of it like that before.

I speak Portuguese fluently. I got a minor but couldn't speak well and barely understood when others spoke. I got onto Skype with Brazilians for only about two years. I'm fluent. I also recommend Anki flashcards. I've used them about nine months now. For beginner's practice I recommend FSI's (Foreign Service Institute) website. I also recommend getting a good book with not too much grammar. It is a thrill to understand a foreign language!! To know you've accomplished it, and to understand a different code. I recommend moving slowly and finding interesting content. Also, consistency.

This video equates "fluency" with "proficiency". The Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) is a framework for describing levels of proficiency, not fluency. You can be fluent at level A1 (the lowest level), even though it is a low level from the point of view of proficiency. (In other words, at level A1, the range of things you can express and understand is limited, regardless of how fluent you can express these things.) The term "fluency" is better taught of as related to the degree of automaticity in language use. Both proficiency and fluency require practice, but that does not imply they refer to the same thing.

Nice! In my view you are fluent when you can communicate your ideas in that language - it can be in the most simple and common sentences, but if you can communicate some basic ideas I think that's already great progress! I lost too much time trying to perfect the language I'm learning, and that stopped me from doing what I wanted in the beginning - really using it with other native speakers - once you let go of your ego and just go for it things become much easier

do you know qhere can I find this test to jnow how level I am?

I'm already fluent in English which was my second language and people have already assumed that it would be my first language... that made me realise that my English is fluently and it gave me confidence too... My Chinese however is still not the best but I am getting there one day... also I just began with Spanish... and my tip for getting fluently quicker is to stop translating in your head... build up the sentence in the target language and don't translate... it's harder at first but even the grammar will stick with you quicker... also songs are a good help with pronouncing words correctly...

Fleuve (river) affluent , flow , confluent (confluence) and so your speech is fluent when it flows effortlessly .

it is an amazing vides

i had a target for 4 years which is speak fluently.My accent became perfect but listening & speaking is terrible😂😂

If there is a practice group, please let me know

Very interesting

regards from cornerstone.

Personally speaking, I can say that the fluency is when you are able to speak a different language as though you're speaking your mother tongue. Actually, my dad tends to prioritise the ability to think in another language. You see - different opinions.

I learned English by myself. I've been studying English since I was 12, now I'am 23. But I can't say I'm fluently. But I really want to. When I talk in English I can talk with some vocabulary problems. But I am able to speak Good. I don't what to do to be better. Thank you so much :)

I work with fellow Americans, born and raised here. And I can tell you that many, many Americans aren't even "fluent" in their own damn language.

Nice

such a cute guy🥰🥰🥰🥰my type.😘

Did he answer the question?

I have a intermediate fluency, i suppose

Make friends and think about your friends

If you speak a language since you're 3, are you a native ?

Helen.K

To me, it's when your mind doesn't have to stop and switch to the other language, but it happens automatically, like right now, for me, in English. (I'm from the Netherlands) In German, I can express myself a little less perfect, because there's still lots of words I'm not familiar with, but I'm able to have plain conversations, invite people over for dinner, tell them about my work, my hobbies, etcetera. But as soon as a bankaccount needs to be opened or I want to hire a bicycle...it's not going to be as easy. That's why I tell people I speak German, but I'm not fluent yet. I'm on about 67 percent of what I'd want. English hit the 100% a long time ago, except for a few tiny grammar-mistakes.

Thank you