What does "fluent" mean? | B2-C2 English Podcast

Ever wondered why those "I became fluent in 7 days" videos just don't add up? In this episode, we're breaking down the real meaning of fluency, and it might be completely different from what you think. From how linguists actually measure language ability to what top polyglots say about reaching fluency, you'll walk away with a clearer picture of where you stand in your language journey. Plus, find out why chasing "perfect" might be holding you back more than you realize. ⬇️ LINKS 📺 How long does it take to become fluent? 👉    • How long does it take to learn English? | ...   📺 Is grammar necessary to become fluent? 👉    • Is Grammar Necessary for Fluency? (The Rea...   🔗 Download the transcript 👉 https://ko-fi.com/s/5e35850c70 🔗 FREE habit-building guide for English learners 👉 https://missjeanteaches.podia.com/goo... 🔗 Join my conversation partner community 👉 https://missjeanteaches.podia.com/mis... 🔗 Have a class with me 👉 https://www.missjeanteaches.com ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 - Can You Really Become Fluent in 7 Days? 00:33 - Welcome to English Extras Podcast 01:08 - Language Learning Myths on Social Media 02:06 - What Does "Fluent" Actually Mean? 02:36 - The 3 Factors of Language Performance: Complexity, Accuracy & Fluency 03:28 - Do "Fluent in 7 Days" Videos Pass the Test? 04:44 - What Successful Language Learners Say About Fluency 05:33 - Steve Kaufmann's Definition of Fluency & the CEFR Scale 07:26 - Fluency Has No Universal Definition 08:00 - Does Making Mistakes Mean You're Not Fluent? 🔔 Subscribe for new English learning tips every week 👋 I'm Jean, and I've been teaching English since 2019. English Extras is designed to help you improve your English in practical, real-world ways — no matter where you live. 🎉 Special thanks to my OG Ko-Fi supporters: Dina FGRX Niveen Massi_ba68 Angélica Gallo 🫶🏻 Stay connected: Instagram: missjeanteaches TikTok: missjeanteaches 🎵 Music from Epidemic Sound #LearnEnglish #EnglishFluency #EnglishLearning #ESL #LearnEnglishOnline #EnglishPodcast #EnglishImmersion #SpeakEnglish #EnglishTips #FluentEnglish