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broaden your horizons
расширять кругозор
syn:
widen your outlook
to increase your knowledge and understanding of the world
Learning languages can broaden your horizons by introducing you to different traditions and ways of thinking.
Talking to people from other countries has broadened my horizons and made me curious about their lives.
communicate confidently
уверенно общаться
syn:
communicate with confidence
to speak or write without being too nervous or uncertain
My main reason for learning English is to communicate confidently when I travel.
Speaking lessons give students a chance to communicate confidently instead of only doing grammar exercises.
develop cultural awareness
развивать межкультурное понимание
syn:
increase cultural understanding
to learn to understand and respect cultures different from your own
Learning a foreign language can develop cultural awareness because you also learn about people's traditions and everyday life.
International projects help students develop cultural awareness and see situations from different perspectives.
expand your vocabulary
расширять словарный запас
syn:
build your vocabulary
to learn more words and expressions in a language
I use a vocabulary app to expand my vocabulary and practise expressions I want to use in conversation.
Reading in English is a good way to expand your vocabulary because you meet words in meaningful sentences.
get a language certificate
получить языковой сертификат
syn:
gain a language qualification
to receive an official document showing your language level
Some students prepare for international exams to get a language certificate that proves their level.
I'd like to get a language certificate because it may be useful when I apply to university.
identify your weak areas
immerse yourself in a language
improve your career prospects
improve your fluency
overcome a language barrier
pick up
practise consistently
take a mock test
work on your pronunciation