Make language learning a daily habit with Babbel. Discover our tips to seamlessly integrate language practice into your everyday routine and reach your goals.
Find a time that works for you
Building a habit starts with finding time in your schedule. Babbel’s 10-15 minute lessons fit perfectly into a busy day. Choose a time that suits you—whether it’s during your commute, lunch break, or evening downtime—and aim to practice daily or at regular intervals. Babbel’s learning reminders will help you stay on track: just set your preferred time and frequency, and we’ll handle the rest.
Read how to set learning reminders here.
Integrate learning into what you already love
Keeping learning enjoyable is key to staying motivated. Blend your favourite activities with language practice by completing them in your new language. If you're a news enthusiast, try reading, watching, or listening to news in your target language. Many platforms offer news at a slower pace for learners. Love TV? Switch to a show in your new language with matching subtitles. This approach works for films, books, podcasts, and even social media.
Track your progress over time
Visualising your progress is an easy way to stay motivated and to make something a habit.
We’ve made this progress tracking an integral part of learning with Babbel. With streak you can see your progression, visualise your weekly activity, and feel accomplished as you make your learning a natural habit.
If you prefer to visualise your progress another way, find something that is intuitive for you. If you love your wall-mounted calendar, mark your progress with notes or stickers. If you have a paper planner or journal, you can also note your learning there. The most important tip is to find something that works for you.
Find people to practise with
Language learning is a social experience, so it's key to include practice with others in your weekly routine. Many learners start for personal connections or community ties, making it easier to find practice partners. If that's not your case, consider teaming up with someone learning the same language: maybe encourage a family member to join you in learning French, or find a tandem partner online. Practising with a partner is not only enjoyable, but also helps keep you motivated.