Learn English in Vancouver
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M.
Vancouver
NEWFluent
English
LEARNS
Spanish
American Sign Language
Ladino
My favorite topics
History, philosophy, poetry, anthropology, vegetarian cooking,...
My language exchange partner is
I'm happy to talk to all sorts of people. I am a transgender woman and open to respectful questions on the topic. Colombian Spanish speakers especially encouraged
My learning goals
I'm primarily interested in improving my Spanish
L.
Vancouver
Fluent
English
LEARNS
Japanese
Ideal language community partner
Easy going, lgbt friendly, open minded, life long learner, friendly,...
My learning goals
I am just casually learning 日本語 right now. I'm happy to help you learn English if you let me ask questions about your language, any language! I just enjoy learning new ways to communicate! If you speak 日本語 please talk to me!
My favorite topics
Fish/aquariums, gardening, music, video games, science, technology, writing fiction, colloquial sayings/things that translate interestingly, jokes (I am hard to offend), how you think, what's important to you, your pets, anything you want to tell me :>
A.
Vancouver
Fluent
English
Spanish
LEARNS
Italian
My learning goals
To speak conversational Italian!...
My favorite topics
Sports, politics, economics, philosphy, music, art
Ideal conversation exchange partner
Open to new discussions and as commited as I am to becoming fluent! I live in Vancouver and love the mountains
Z.
Vancouver
Fluent
English
LEARNS
Spanish
My favorite topics
Daily life, travel, food, art, film, current events, politics,...
Perfect language exchange partner
Spanish-speakers from México to help improve my spanish.
My learning goals
Fluency in Spanish; Improving my grammar and accent; Learning local slang and phrases used in Mexico.
Find more than
718
English speakers in Vancouver
J.
Vancouver
Fluent
English
LEARNS
Portuguese
I want a conversation partner who is
I would love to talk with anyone and everyone. My goal is to...
My learning goals
I am moving to Mexico in the future and teaching there, so learning the culture and language is my goal. I also just want to be friends with people here!
My favorite topics
I love traveling, running, and working out every day. I am a cook, a baker, a musician, a dancer, a poet, a swimmer, a martial artist, and a lot more. I am curious about everything!
A.
Vancouver
Fluent
English
LEARNS
French
Ideal conversation exchange partner
ideally someone who washes their hands after using the bathroom...
My learning goals
Me encantaría conocer culturas y un día viajar a conocerlas en persona ✈️
My favorite topics
les choses qui te font sourire ✨ ig:@afacheen | @queersalsero
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L.
Vancouver
Fluent
English
LEARNS
Hebrew
My learning goals
1. French: good enough to work in Montreal 2. Portuguese: to...
My favorite topics
Culture, linguistics, psychology, history, spirituality, music, or anything really
Perfect language exchange partner
Please actually tell me if I’m making mistakes...don’t just be polite haha
B.
Vancouver
Fluent
English
Chinese (Simplified)
LEARNS
Japanese
My language exchange partner is
Someone who is extremely enthusiastic about learnin...
My learning goals
To become fluent in the languages I'm practicing
My favorite topics
I love talking about a variety of topics. My favorites are art, spirituality, technology and creativity
M.
Vancouver
Fluent
English
LEARNS
German
My learning goals
I want to expand my vocabulary and speak about other topics beyond...
My favorite topics
Nature, science, animals (I work with dogs), kickboxing, music (70's - 2000's) & house plants.
Ideal language community partner
**Native speakers only please.** Someone who is serious and wants to work on improving their language skills and patient enough to help me as well in return. Consistency is key!
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Join a global community
Learn what matters to you
Have fun, engaging conversations
S.
Vancouver
NEWFluent
English
LEARNS
Spanish
My favorite topics
Travelling, politics, food, and social justice...
Ideal conversation exchange partner
Someone who wants to chat often but without pressure. Patience is appreciated! Someone who can help me gain confidence speaking Spanish and/or French!
My learning goals
I would like to learn enough Spanish vocabulary and grammar to be confident travelling to Spanish speaking countries and chatting with people with ease. I would like to refresh my French enough to begin taking lessons again!
Grace uses Tandem to feel connected to the world.
"I have never made so many friends so fast. It’s really fun having all these people to learn languages with."
J.
Vancouver
Fluent
English
Portuguese
LEARNS
German
Ideal language community partner
Funny and nice persone to talk wit...
My learning goals
Imrpove my skill in the languages i already have some knowledge of, and learn Russian adn Japanese
My favorite topics
Travel, dance, culture, science, and science fiction
R.
Vancouver
Fluent
English
Chinese (Traditional)
LEARNS
Japanese
My learning goals
将来、日本で旅行つもりです。普通の会話を話せたいです！ ...
My favorite topics
教育大学院生ので、世界の教育を学びたいです！その以外、文豪と心理学も趣味があります。もちろん、日本の文化も楽しいです！ Since I am a graduate student studying Education, I’m interested in learning about education systems around the world!
Ideal conversation exchange partner
誰か間違いが怖くないです。そして、誰か私に私の間違いを手伝います！ Someone who is unafraid to make mistakes and willing to help me learn from my mistakes too!
S.
Vancouver
Fluent
English
French
LEARNS
Korean
I want a conversation partner who is
are patient, kind, and eager to help and learn! Also I would...
My learning goals
Perfect my French, learn the basics of Vietnamese (Southern) and Korean
My favorite topics
Makeup, Fashion, Beauty, Travel, Music, Art, Animals, Linguistics
T.
Vancouver
Fluent
English
LEARNS
Japanese
My learning goals
Become conversational. Become fluent. Become confident. Understand...
My favorite topics
I love to learn languages and dance. I am a bboy (breakdance). I like to travel. I am currently studying Cognitive Science and Linguistics in University.
My language exchange partner is
Knowledgable about language spoken. Can articulate language appropriately for lesrners. Can adjust for skill levels. Can explain difficult concepts.
I.
Vancouver
Fluent
English
LEARNS
Spanish
Ideal conversation exchange partner
Patient, understanding, encouraging, uplifting, honest, kind,...
My learning goals
Be conversationally fluent in Spanish by the end of the year! Finally understand all the songs I listen to at salsa. Watch Spanish movies and shows without subtitles.
My favorite topics
Dancing salsa. Writing. Reading. Learning to play the drums. Psychology, intuition, emotion, and personal development. Travel and cultures. Pondering and discussing ideas on love, relationships, life, and creativity.
L.
Vancouver
Fluent
English
LEARNS
Spanish
My learning goals
I want to learn how to speak different languages, want to learn...
My favorite topics
Entrepreneurship, personal development, leadership, Food, sports, design, culture, travelling, working out, latest trends, interior design, music, clothes, cooking, bucket lists, fashion, cultural dances, animals, wine, art, ballet,
Perfect language exchange partner
I like to talk to people who are outgoing, funny, open minded to learning new things and are motivated about life and are open minded.
G.
Vancouver
NEWFluent
English
Hebrew
LEARNS
Portuguese
My favorite topics
Languages, Pop Culture, Music, Tv...
I want a conversation partner who is
Someone who will help me improve my portuguese.
My learning goals
I would like to be able to communicate with no difficulty in a rage of topics, and to reach a level of fluency in portuguese.
A.
Vancouver
Fluent
English
LEARNS
Chinese (Simplified)
My language exchange partner is
Friendly chinese speakers who want to practice English! 我们一半时间用英文聊天，一半时间用中文聊天，互相学习。如果你只想用英文聊天请不要联系我，谢谢。...
My learning goals
I'm hoping to make some friends from China. 也希望你能够纠正我的中文语法错误。谢谢！ Of course, I'm also happy to help correct your English!
My favorite topics
电视节目，美食，中西文化，象棋，编程，刀塔。我当然也很喜欢中国。我去过北京、上海、苏州、南通、厦门、张家界和长沙。Currently reading: 坏小孩。Currently watching: 琅琊榜
H.
Vancouver
Fluent
English
LEARNS
Spanish
My learning goals
Conversational fluency in Spanish, French, German and Italia...
My favorite topics
Film, music, art, culture.
Ideal language community partner
Open minded individuals looking to exchange audio messages or calls to properly develop language fluency and fluidity.
D.
Vancouver
Fluent
English
French
LEARNS
Korean
My favorite topics
I am a certified English instructor.i can help you with English...
Ideal conversation exchange partner
Someone outgoing, and is able to keep a conversation going.
My learning goals
I really want to learn as many languages as I can, and make amazing friends. That way when I travel, I don't seem like a silly foreigner, but someone who can fully communicate the language.
K.
Vancouver
Fluent
English
Malay
LEARNS
Japanese
Perfect language exchange partner
#Restless #Noisy #Loud #Hyperactive #Crazy #Chatty #Blabbermouth...
My learning goals
Absorb vocabulary. Good grammar. Continuous conversation. Logical discussion. Relatable conversations. Polite language. Casual language. Local slang.
My favorite topics
#Food #Places #Music #J-pop #Bands #Culture #Folktales #Volleyball #Haikyuu!! #LightNovels #Manga #Manhwa #Anime #Pokémon #Naruto #LogHorizon #Jobs #Teaching #Engineering #Chemistry #Teens #Relationships #NatureOrNurture #Writing #Fiction #DifferentWorld
Looking for an online language exchange partner in Vancouver, Canada?
Tandem is the world's largest language exchange app. There are currently 718 English speakers in Vancouver 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 Vancouver?
In Vancouver there are 718 members ready to have a English language exchange.
Are there other locations in Canada other than Vancouver where I can find a English language exchange partner?
You can also find a English Tandem partner in <a href=/learn/english/ajax />Ajax, <a href=/learn/english/calgary />Calgary, and <a href=/learn/english/kingston />Kingston.
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 718 of them coming from Vancouver.