Catalan Javier is a resident in London and works for a construction company. He speaks to us as part of our series of Language Learners interviews with Get Fluent Fast.
Javier Alonso
From: Barcelona, Spain
Speaks: Fluent English
Job: Works for a construction company (office-based)

Which foreign languages did you learn at school?
At school in Barcelona we learnt French, English and Catalan. I could only speak basic English when I arrived in England 1 year and 5 months ago.

How did you improve your English when you arrived in London?
I started by doing two language courses here over a period of 8 months. I then got a job with English colleagues which has allowed me to progress a lot faster, but I still do courses. You never stop learning.

What are your tips for language learners?
My tip is to learn through mistakes. Never be afraid to try to communicate and you will make progress. Just try it and see.

Thanks Javier for taking the time to talk to us.