I learned Japanese by watching these 3 TikTok creators on loop — here are my tips for how to pick up languages while having fun

TikTok stopped being a "dance app" long ago — now you can even use it to learn a new language.

1. Not only does Jenny (@ichikarajapanese) film TikTok videos of herself teaching her children Japanese, she also frequently reads and explains Japanese children books on her livestreams.

2. TikTok creator Saya (@saya_japanese) shows learners how to book medical appointments and make restaurant reservations through real-life examples.

3. Through content creator TAKASHii's (@takashiifromjapan) street interviews, you get to pick up common native phrases while also learning about the country's culture.

Learning a new language can be really difficult if you don't have the opportunity to use it frequently, but it doesn't have to be boring.

With the internet, the process of learning a new language has been completely revolutionized.

Aspiring bilinguals and multilinguals now have access to a greater volume and wider variety of resources to aid their learning — to a point where it may get slightly overwhelming. 

As a polyglot who has picked up languages both through the formal and informal way, the most effective method for me so far would be to expose myself to the language I'm looking to learn in various mediums.

From reading texts, to watching videos, to listening to music and podcasts — the more fun I have while learning a language, the better it sticks to my brain. 

Anyhow, learning methods vary from person to person, so it is always good to find what fits you best and to stick to it.