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First Conversations in 30 Days: What That Actually Means

dubchat Team4 min read

We're not promising fluency in a month. That would be a lie. But we are promising something specific: in 30 days, you'll be able to have a real conversation without freezing. Here's what that looks like and how we get you there.

Defining "Conversation"

We're not talking about reciting memorized phrases. We mean: someone speaks to you, you understand the gist, you respond appropriately, and the interaction continues. It's not perfect. You'll miss words. You'll hesitate. But you won't freeze. You won't panic and switch to English. You'll stay in the conversation.

The 30-Day Path

Week 1: Core pronunciation patterns. Your mouth learns to make sounds it's never made. You build the muscle memory that everything else depends on.

Week 2: Essential phrases for your chosen context—travel, dating, work, whatever matters to you. Not "the cat is under the table." Phrases you'll actually use.

Week 3: Variations and responses. You learn not just what to say but how to react when someone says something back. The conversational flow.

Week 4: Real-time practice. Faster recall, natural rhythm, the confidence that comes from repetition.

After 30 Days

You're not fluent. You're functional. You can navigate basic situations without panic. That's the foundation everything else builds on. Keep going, and the conversations get longer, deeper, more natural. But it starts with that first one.