Frequently Asked Questions
Comprehensible input is a method of learning a language by consuming content in that language that you can mostly understand. It's different from traditional methods of learning a language like memorizing grammar rules or vocabulary lists in isolation. It treats language as something your brain understands through pattern recognition, not as a set of rules to memorize. It is also not the 'immersion method', because the input you take in must be comprehensible to you.
This site is strictly for comprehensible input content. That means any content where the majority of the video is in the target language. Please do not post general language learning content here. If the video is mostly comprehensible input, but with the some occasional instructions in a different language, that's fine. Also, posting comprehensible input from non-native speakers is heavily discouraged. Though there are exceptions like interviews with non-native speakers, and videos in which the non-native speaker is not the main presenter. This site is user moderated, so if you see a post that doesn't fit the criteria, please report it.
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Understanding a video means you can follow the message being communicated, even if you miss individual words or don’t understand how the grammar works. In comprehensible input, the goal isn’t to analyze the language, it’s to understand what’s being said. A perfect score means you understood everything effortlessly, while a lower score means you were often guessing or lost track of the meaning. If you find yourself pausing frequently or unable to follow what’s happening, your comprehension is probably below half. Aim for videos where you understand most to almost everything. If you understand everything with ease, it might be time to try a slightly higher difficulty level.
Breakdown of Content Difficulty Levels
Super Beginner
Super Beginner content relies heavily on visuals and extremely simple language. It’s meant to be understandable even if you’ve never heard the language before.
Beginner
Beginner content features slow, clear speech with continued visual support, but it’s presented in a more natural way. Instead of emphasizing every individual word, the focus shifts toward simple, connected ideas.
Intermediate
Intermediate content uses mostly natural language at a slightly reduced pace. Visual cues are minimal, and the language stays within clear, familiar contexts. It avoids unnecessary complexity and keeps ideas easy to follow.
Advanced
Advanced content is spoken at a natural pace but avoids heavy slang or dense colloquialisms. It’s often marketed as comprehensible input for upper-level learners, though some simpler native material can also fit here. This level bridges the gap between learner-oriented content and full native media.
Native
Native content is made for native speakers, not learners. It includes fast, overlapping speech, colloquial expressions, and natural conversation styles—like street interviews or talk shows.
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