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Language lessons in Los Angeles

Los Angeles is one of the most famous cities in the world. Known for its film industry, its Mediterranean climate, and its cultural diversity, it’s a perfect place to meet people from all around the globe and immerse yourself in many different cultures. 

Due to how diverse its residents are, there are more than 200 languages spoken in the city, which makes Los Angeles an ideal city for language learners who want to practice languages without having to travel abroad. According to the 2019 census, the most commonly used language after English is Spanish, followed by Chinese, Tagalog, Korean, Armenian, and Persian. Whether you’re interested in learning these or any of the 224 identified languages in the city, becoming multilingual is one of the smartest things you can do in Los Angeles, as it will open up many opportunities to make new friends in the foreign-born community, get better jobs, and get to know more in-depth the fascinating cultures that you can find around the city. 

Where to study foreign languages in Los Angeles

Have you decided to start learning a language in Los Angeles? If so, a great place you should visit is the Central Library, located at 630 W 5th Street, which has a very large language collection that includes resources in Korean, Japanese, Russian, French, Persian, Chinese, and many other languages that can help you make the first steps in your journey to becoming multilingual. For example, if you’re currently interested in learning Vietnamese, you’ll find useful course books that you can use on your own or with a teacher like Vietnamese: a Complete Course for Beginners by Dana Healy and Vietnamese: Learn to Speak and Understand Vietnamese by Dinh Nhu Ngo. On the other hand, if you are learning Spanish and can already read in the language, you’ll be happy to know that the library has many novels in Spanish you can explore like Fervor de Buenos Aires, the first poetry book written by the famous Argentinian author Jorge Luis Borges and Yerma, a fascinating play written by Spanish dramatist Federico García Lorca.

Another place where you can learn languages is UCLA, which offers courses in more than 40 languages at all levels including Afrikaans, Catalan, Zulu, Lithuanian, and many others. It’s the perfect opportunity for those who are currently studying at university and want to take a language course as part of their degree, or those interested in getting a certification. 

Language exchange groups in Los Angeles

One of the most entertaining ways to practice your language skills is to attend a language exchange. Fortunately, there are many language groups in the city that organize weekly meetups, like Polyglots and Language Lovers of Los Angeles. This group has more than 1500 members who gather to have conversations in many languages like Russian, Mandarin, Spanish, French, and Arabic. They meet online on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays for different events where you can meet people from all over the world and take your skills to the next level. Alternatively, if you prefer face-to-face meetings, you should attend the events held by Los Angeles Language Exchange Socials, which take place at different local bars, coffee shops, and restaurants where you can find native speakers and meet new language partners while you enjoy something to drink or eat.  

Cultural institutions and events in Los Angeles

Because Los Angeles is so culturally diverse, you’ll find many festivals and activities that celebrate other cultures. Every May, the Department of Cultural Affairs presents the Asian American Islander Heritage Month, which celebrates the Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders’ communities that have helped make Los Angeles one of the most multicultural cities in the world. Among the many activities that you can enjoy during this month, one that stands out is the Los Angeles Asian Pacific Film Festival, which takes place at 244 S. San Pedro Street and features amazing films that celebrate Asian Pacific filmmakers. Every year, you have the chance to watch more than 150 films and media works that will surprise you and expand your knowledge of the various cultures that are showcased in the festival, so if you happen to be in the city during May, don’t miss out this wonderful event.

If you’re interested in Mexican culture, the Fiesta Broadway Cinco de Mayo Festival offers you the perfect chance to enjoy a plethora of live performances that include traditional Mexican music, wonderful dances, and other kinds of entertainment for the whole family. What’s more, there will be many food stalls with delicious dishes from Mexico like tacos, burritos and guacamole and other mouth-watering foods from Latin countries, so if you’re a foodie, you’ll love this festival. This celebration takes place in May at Broadway & W 1st St Downtown, and it’s completely free, so if you’re a Spanish learner and want to explore different Latin cultures, attending this festival is a great idea. 

Language jobs in Los Angeles

With over a dozen major industries, Los Angeles is one of the most dynamic economies in the world. As you can imagine, if you want to get a job in its fast-growing and immense high-tech industry or its large international entertainment industry, being able to communicate in more than one language is the way to go. Top multinationals in the city like Activision Blizzard, The Walt Disney Co., and Edison International are always looking for bilingual applicants that can help them improve their business relationships abroad as well as attract more clients that are part of the local foreign-born community, so learning a language like Spanish, Chinese, Japanese, German, Portuguese or any other would give you a massive advantage over other candidates. 

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No matter what language you want to learn, the fastest way to become multilingual in the city is to start a language course at Listen & Learn. Here you’ll find personalized, flexible courses that are completely tailored to your language goals and interests, and the best thing is you can have the lessons in the comfort of your home or at your teacher’s office. To start learning with us, simply send us a quick inquiry and one of our team members will get in contact with you as soon as possible to answer all of your questions and find out what kind of language course you’re looking for. 

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