Learn English with LISA — Blackpink

Summary

In this lesson, Blackpink's Lisa shares her experience of learning multiple languages and offers valuable insights into language acquisition. From her struggles with English to her fluency in Thai, Korean, Japanese, Chinese, and French, Lisa emphasizes the importance of practice and confidence in speaking. The video covers useful expressions, like 'pick up a language,' 'testing the waters,' and 'on point,' all while exploring connected speech patterns and idioms. With a focus on communication over perfection, viewers are encouraged to use the Real Life English app to master new vocabulary and sound more natural in English conversations.

Takeaways

• 😀 Lisa is a global K-pop superstar who speaks multiple languages, including English, Thai, Korean, Japanese, Chinese, and French.
• 😀 Lisa emphasizes the importance of practicing languages with others to gain confidence and improve skills over time.
• 😀 'Rattle off' means to say something quickly and easily, especially when listing things you know well.
• 😀 The phrasal verb 'pick up' in this context means to learn something informally, like a language or a skill.
• 😀 'Like a local' refers to being familiar with a place, its culture, and its way of life, as opposed to being a tourist.
• 😀 'Connected speech' refers to how native speakers link words together and reduce certain sounds for more fluent speech.
• 😀 'Testing the water' is a phrase meaning to try something out cautiously, often to see if there’s potential or chemistry.
• 😀 'On point' means something is perfect or excellent, and it’s used to describe something done with high standards.
• 😀 'Swag' refers to someone’s style, confidence, or overall cool factor, like Rihanna’s influence on Lisa's style.
• 😀 'Bonding' with others refers to forming strong, meaningful relationships or friendships, often through shared experiences.
• 😀 The Real Life English app provides tools like flashcards and spaced repetition to help learners retain vocabulary and improve their speaking skills.

Q & A

What is the main challenge Lisa faces when giving interviews in English?

Lisa mentions that her main challenge is language, as English is not her first language. She finds it challenging to answer and do interviews in English.

How does Lisa approach learning new languages?

Lisa advises that the key to learning a new language is to keep talking to people in that language. She mentions feeling more confident in English now than she did two years ago.

What does the phrase 'rattle off' mean in the context of the script?

'Rattle off' means to speak quickly and easily, especially when listing information or facts that are well-known. In the script, it refers to Lisa speaking multiple languages fluently.

What is the meaning of the phrasal verb 'pick up' in the context of learning a language?

In this context, 'pick up' refers to learning something informally and naturally, such as picking up a language or skill without formal study.

How does Lisa define 'local' in the interview?

Lisa uses 'local' as a noun to refer to a person who lives in a specific area and knows it well, in contrast to a tourist or outsider. Locals are familiar with the best spots and the culture.

What is the significance of the 'Real Life English app' mentioned in the video?

The 'Real Life English app' is introduced as a tool to help users learn and retain vocabulary more effectively through flashcards, spaced repetition, and short daily practices, designed to help users sound more like a 'local' in English.

What does the expression 'testing the water' mean in the context of dating?

'Testing the water' means to try something out cautiously before fully committing. In dating, it refers to going on a date to see if there’s potential for a relationship.

What does Lisa mean when she says everything has to be 'on point'?

When Lisa says everything has to be 'on point,' she means it needs to be perfect or excellent. She holds high standards for her performances to ensure everything is just right for her fans.

What is the meaning of 'swag' in the script, and how is it used to describe Rihanna?

'Swag' refers to someone's style, confidence, or overall cool factor. Lisa describes Rihanna's influence on her, mentioning Rihanna’s music, style, and 'swag' as a major source of inspiration.

How does the video highlight the importance of connected speech in sounding natural in English?

The video emphasizes that connected speech, such as linking words together and reducing sounds, helps non-native speakers sound more fluent and natural. Examples like 'you know' becoming 'y' and 'get up' being pronounced smoothly are highlighted as key elements of native English speech.