What are common challenges when learning German in six months

Common challenges when learning German in six months include language anxiety, grammar complexity, vocabulary acquisition, and speaking fluency. Learners often face foreign language anxiety which can moderate their learning progress, especially in classroom settings. Grammar in German is seen as difficult due to complex adjective endings, word order, passive forms, and subordinate clauses. Additionally, acquiring adequate vocabulary and mastering complex syntax takes time and can be a significant hurdle for learners within a short period. Speaking fluency may be hampered by anxiety and insufficient practice, and learners often struggle with integrating all four language skills—listening, reading, writing, and speaking—effectively within a limited timeframe. ^{1, 2, 3, 4}

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