
Along with reading, writing, and speaking, listening is one of the key skills you need to master if you want to master the Persian language. However, it is also a skill that many language learners struggle with.
What makes listening so difficult:
In comparison with reading, there are several things that make listening harder to master. To understand speech and recordings in Persian, it is not enough to have a large vocabulary and good grammar. You need to know correct Persian pronunciation, but, unfortunately, that is not enough either.
Each speaker brings their unique peculiarities to speaking Persian: how clearly they speak, how fast they speak, and their accent. If you have never heard a native speaker talk before, understanding them can be hard even if your general level of Persian proficiency is high.
Actually, the language itself does not make it any easier. Persian has lots of words that differ in spelling and in pronunciation. If you have seen such words in a text but never heard them, maybe recognizing them in speech will be hard for you.
However, it does not mean that you are doomed to struggle with listening forever – not at all, but If you take the right steps (and have a little patience), then you can improve your listening.
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How can you improve your listening?
Here are some good tips that can help you take your listening skills to a new level.
1. Practice regularly

Just as your muscles need regular exercise to stay fit, your ears need regular listening practice to stay sharp and perfect. If you listen to even a little bit of Persian every day your progress will be fast.
2. Listen at every opportunity

When you learn new words, listen to their pronunciation in an online dictionary like forvo.com where words are pronounced by native Persian speakers.
If you are using a language website, have the sound on to hear how the Persian phrases and sentences are pronounced.
Listen to Persian podcasts, music, and audiobooks. Watch Persian videos on YouTube, and movies. Actually, the more you listen the faster your skill will grow.
3. Vary your resources

If you listen to just one speaker, for example, your Persian teacher or the presenter of your podcast, you get used to their manner of speech pretty quickly. But listening to other Persian speakers, especially those with heavy accents or those who speak very fast, can still be hard.
Limiting yourself is harmful in this case, so please don’t limit yourself. Use different listening resources and listen to as many different Persian speakers as you can.
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4. Listen and read at the same time

Listening to unadapted Persian speech can be challenging, especially if you are just beginning to develop this skill. One of the best ways to get started is to listen and read at the same time. This way, even if the Persian speaker has a peculiar accent or uses words with challenging pronunciation, you can use the text to check your understanding.
At ted.com, for example, the lectures usually have subtitles and full text available.
5. Listen actively

Pay attention to the pronunciation of Persian words and phrases, the speaker’s intonation, and accent. Listen for key information. Please don’t just turn on the listening file and let yourself get distracted.
6. Have fun

Nowadays, so many resources are out there that you can find what you like. You can choose podcasts and YouTube videos on the topics that you enjoy. Watch your favorite movies. Find your favorite Persian music.
Listening to what you enjoy not only makes it a more fun experience but also makes your learning more effective and efficient.
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