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The grammar trap: 5 mistakes most learners make

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Steve Kaufmann compares language exposure to compost creating fertile soil, arguing it's never too late to study grammar—but only after curiosity is sparked.

Steve Kaufmann challenges five common beliefs about grammar in language learning, arguing that starting with rules, relying on explanations, using tests, needing correction, and mastering 'basics' early are all misconceptions. He advocates for massive exposure first, comparing the process to AI training and composting, where curiosity-driven grammar study comes later.

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