Are you debating whether to pay for an expensive language course or if a free tandem partner is enough? With so many ways to learn a language, it's easy to end up wasting your time and money. In this video, I break down 6 popular learning methods—from completely free options like tandem partners to "pretty penny" options like immersion programs. I'll give you the honest advantages and disadvantages of each, so you can decide what's best for your budget and your current level. Find out if you need a language cafe, an app, a private tutor, or a group class to actually reach your goals. ⏰ TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro: Why we are here PART 1: THE FREE OPTIONS 0:36 Method 1: Language Cafes (Pros & Cons) 8:00 Method 2: Tandem Partners (Pros & Cons) PART 2: THE PAID OPTIONS 10:29 Method 3: Private Tutors 12:18 Method 4: Group Classes (Language Schools) 14:44 Method 5: Language Apps 17:44 Method 6: Immersion 19:49 My Conclusion & The Best Way (The Hybrid System) Connect: 📸 Instagram: 🌐 Website: 🎙️ Other videos: Why you fail to learn a language #languagelearning #polyglot #learningmethods #tandempartner #duolingo #babbel #italki #howtostudy #selfstudy