You Can Know a Language — and Still Not Be Able to Think in It
Author’s Column | Tymur Levitin on Language, Meaning and Respect

You Can Know a Language — and Still Not Be Able to Think in It

There is a moment many learners reach — often quietly, often with frustration. They “know” the language.They’ve studied the grammar.They understand texts.They pass tests.They hold certificates. And yet, something doesn’t work. They hesitate when speaking.They simplify their thoughts.They avoid complex ideas.They feel that what comes out sounds smaller than what exists inside. At that point, […]

Timur Timur
02.01.2026 3 min read

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