Learn English in Calgary
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I.
Calgary
Fluent
English
LEARNS
Chinese (Simplified)
My favorite topics
I really like getting to know people and talking about daily...
My language exchange partner is
Someone who is open minded and playful, I really want to just relax and have fun. I love to learn new things so I'm open to any conversation topic their interested in.
My learning goals
Get better everyday and have the vocabulary to get to know people.
E.
Calgary
Fluent
English
LEARNS
Cantonese
Ideal language community partner
Just someone to help improve my cantonese fluency! And someone...
My learning goals
To be fluent on cantonese, most importantly speaking, but reading and writing would be nice too.
My favorite topics
Career, space exploration, language, music, games, volleyball, rock climbing, snowboarding, backpacking
H.
Calgary
Fluent
English
LEARNS
Japanese
My learning goals
1年間のワーキングホリデービザの間に、自信を持って話せるようになりたい...
My favorite topics
再生農業、歴史と多様性、革命と共同生活。wwoof, ヒッチハイク、カウチサーフィン。対立する文化間の和解。音楽。自然療法。 #Please don't take any offense of no response, occasionally I go on English calls, because I just need an outlet. Other than that I don't engage with English learners not native in
Ideal conversation exchange partner
正直なところ、僕はもっとうまく話せるようになる必要があるんだ。僕を直したり、もっといい言い方を教えてくれることを恐れない友達が必要なんだ！怒らせないと約束するよ～！農家の人、日本の未来に情熱を持っている人。 道で知らない人に話しかけるのは礼儀だ。 Someone who can correct my Japanese (and Korean but that's on hold for now ^^`) Someone with a goal, or open to chnage
C.
Calgary
Fluent
English
LEARNS
French
My favorite topics
N'importe quoi. Sports, travel, languages, politics, social...
Perfect language exchange partner
Someone motivated, who can agree to a regular schedule of conversation exchange. Someone patient who will help me with my mistakes and isn't afraid to make mistakes of their own
My learning goals
Speaking practice and improving listening comprehension
Find more than
271
English speakers in Calgary
O.
Calgary
Fluent
English
Chinese (Simplified)
LEARNS
Spanish
My learning goals
I want to learn many languages so I can use them when I travel...
My favorite topics
I love to go on an adventure, planning to travel around the world and meet new friends .
My language exchange partner is
Open minded, smart, adventurous, kind and up for anything types of people
T.
Calgary
Fluent
English
LEARNS
Japanese
My favorite topics
Music, politics, history, health, biology, movies, genetic...
Ideal language community partner
Someone who, like myself, finds it easier to learn a language by practicing with a friend
My learning goals
I want to learn multiple languages fluently. And hopefully make lifelong friends!
E.
Calgary
Fluent
English
Spanish
LEARNS
Russian
Ideal conversation exchange partner
I love to meet all kind of people! each one has something special...
My learning goals
I hope I can have a normal conversation with a native person without getting nervous. And I hope I can be fluent one day.
My favorite topics
I love gymnastics, music (I’m in love with music) dancing, meeting new people!
Speaking is the fastest way to fluency
Practice listening, improve your pronunciation, and learn to speak a foreign language with native speakers – no matter where you are.
R.
Calgary
Fluent
English
LEARNS
Arabic
My learning goals
I want to improve my conversation skills, I speak slowly. Also...
My favorite topics
Culture, food, fashion, music and entertainment
Perfect language exchange partner
Funny and nice. Someone that can practice with me as frequently as needed. Whoever wants to be friends :) Don’t hesitate to send a message
A.
Calgary
Fluent
English
LEARNS
Italian
My favorite topics
I enjoy every minute of my life.I'm innately and constantly curious...
I want a conversation partner who is
With open-minded people who don't like small talks and want to practise languages through video calls.I'm looking for someone who is patient.I need face to face conversations at this point,because I can't text here yet.Please understand.Solo videochiamate
My learning goals
I've recently started learning Italian. My level is basic but I'm determined to learn this tough language :)
J.
Calgary
Fluent
English
American Sign Language
LEARNS
Japanese
My learning goals
Learn some productive skills...
My favorite topics
Music, art, anime, martial arts, Netflix, Eminem, guitar, video games
Ideal language community partner
Anyone whose willing to talk and not get upset when I don’t reply because I suck at it
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S.
Calgary
NEWFluent
English
LEARNS
French
My favorite topics
Technology, sports, travel, and more...
Ideal conversation exchange partner
Someone with French as a first language who wants to improve their English. I'd love to learn more about France and help teach English!
My learning goals
Just regular conversation in French so that I can improve my skills.
R.
Calgary
Fluent
English
Hindi
LEARNS
French
My learning goals
I’ve been learning French from a textbook. I want to put it into...
My favorite topics
Sport, movies, shows, books, science, tech
I want a conversation partner who is
People that are fluent in French and keen to improve their English. A passion for language is always nice
Q.
Calgary
Fluent
English
LEARNS
Thai
My favorite topics
Band, Kpop, Grey’s Anatomy, Drawing, Painting, Singin...
My language exchange partner is
13-17 years old. Someone who is okay with my many mistakes and misunderstanding Someone who wants to help me
My learning goals
I want to be able to have a good understanding of what is happening if I’m listening to a conversation, or I’m watching a TV show
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F.
Calgary
Fluent
English
LEARNS
Chinese (Traditional)
Ideal language community partner
Looking for patient people with a good sense of humour to chat...
My learning goals
Fluency; connection and understanding of different people and different cultures. 我想住在中國!
My favorite topics
Music, nature, food, art, yoga
M.
Calgary
Fluent
English
LEARNS
Spanish
My learning goals
I would like to have a conversation in Spanish without having...
My favorite topics
I’d really like to make a friend on here and learn about them and their lives. Perhaps we can be penpals and chat about our lives, goals and aspirations in life. I like exchanging life stories, movie recommendations, giving advice, etc.
Ideal conversation exchange partner
Ideally, I would love someone who is always available. Or at least will get back to me within a day or two. I need someone outgoing and laid back. I would appreciate someone who really wants to learn. (NOT HERE TO DATE)
P.
Calgary
NEWFluent
English
LEARNS
Chinese (Simplified)
My favorite topics
I enjoy talking about music, games, different cultures, current...
Perfect language exchange partner
Thouhtful, talkitive, and enjoys has the same interests as me.
My learning goals
I want to get better at mandarin because I live with lots of mandarin speakers and I want to someday understand them instead of hearing bdjsidhcie. I want to learn French because it seems like a romantic language that can woo girls and boys.
H.
Calgary
Fluent
English
LEARNS
French
I want a conversation partner who is
Someone who's willing to talk, and to put up with my very loose...
My learning goals
To immerse myself within the language, as its a great way to learn, and grow.
My favorite topics
Most things really. I enjoy books and games, so theyre good to talk about. I also enjoy art and music (to some extent).
C.
Calgary
Fluent
English
LEARNS
Spanish
My favorite topics
I like to discuss design, art, creative ideas, tattoos. I work...
Ideal language community partner
Someone open to new ideas and people and probably creative or into that at least.
My learning goals
I'd like to learn a new language for conversation and work and some things about a new place and culture.
P.
Calgary
Fluent
English
French
LEARNS
Japanese
My learning goals
I haven't been practicing, so I'm losing my fluency in other...
My favorite topics
Music, fashion, film, art, culture, food, games, astrology
Perfect language exchange partner
Someone who is patient (I don't check my phone often) and fun, who likes joking around. I don't mind texting, but I like voice messages.
L.
Calgary
NEWFluent
English
Spanish
LEARNS
Italian
My favorite topics
film, photography, travel/backpacking, street style, hip hop/pop/r&b/sou...
I want a conversation partner who is
anyone wanting to chat and share their weekly life; like an online cultural exchange :)
My learning goals
to become conversational in the languages that I am learning/would like to learn ! also hopefully to get to know some lovely people
R.
Calgary
Fluent
English
Chinese (Simplified)
LEARNS
Spanish
My language exchange partner is
Patient and would not judge my language skills. Be open and willing...
My learning goals
To become fluent like a native in the language I’m learning!
My favorite topics
Food, art, music, literature/books, hiking, and nature
D.
Calgary
Fluent
English
LEARNS
German
My favorite topics
School, art, biology, movies, anything really...
Ideal conversation exchange partner
Someone that isn't mean but not afraid to correct my mistakes in the language I'm learning
My learning goals
To be able to speak to someone who doesnt speak any English and hold a conversation
J.
Calgary
Fluent
English
LEARNS
Japanese
Perfect language exchange partner
Talkative, kind, funny, patient, sociable, good listener, will...
My learning goals
Have lots of conversations in Japanese. Learn from native Japanese speakers and practice what I'm learning.
My favorite topics
I'm very open minded and can talk to you about anything :) Topics I love are food, culture, sports, fitness, anime, hiking and talking about our hobbies. Message away!
C.
Calgary
Fluent
English
LEARNS
French
My learning goals
Get better at a language and meet someone coo...
My favorite topics
K-pop, cats, just about anything except like how awesome guns and drugs are
I want a conversation partner who is
Someone who is nice, patient, kind of kooky ( I’m homeschooled so I may not get somethings that are normal to you)
Looking for an online language exchange partner in Calgary, Canada?
Tandem is the world's largest language exchange app. There are currently 271 English speakers in Calgary looking to learn English together. Download the Tandem app for free to start practicing languages with locals!
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you know how many Tandem members are available for English language exchange in Calgary?
In Calgary there are 271 members ready to have a English language exchange.
Are there other locations in Canada other than Calgary where I can find a English language exchange partner?
You can also find a English Tandem partner in <a href=/learn/english/saguenay />Saguenay, <a href=/learn/english/saskatoon />Saskatoon, and <a href=/learn/english/markham />Markham.
What is the Tandem app all about?
Tandem is a language exchange app where people teach each other their native language. Each month more than 500,000 people visit Tandem with 271 of them coming from Calgary.