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7 ways to make money from your language skills - online money making

Got the lingo? Here are the top ways to use your language skills to make money – whether you speak loads of languages or just the one.

As you're reading this, your language skills are already strong enough to help you earn some extra cash – and we happen to know of some very good ways to do just that.

Already speak a couple of languages? Even better – it means more bites at the freelance ideas we've outlined below.

But, this guide isn't just for language students and people who are bilingual. From English to Esperanto, there's a way to capitalise on what you know or get the linguistic skills you need.

Are you looking for more ways to earn some dosh that don't involve your gift of the gab? Make sure you check out these ways to make money.

Proficient in another language? Nice, you're already ahead of the game. Time to take our ideas, go forth and make some money.

There are loads of ways language skills can pay off. But, if you're yet to bag a second lingo, or feel a bit out of practice, don't be shy about catching up – we recommend trying out language learning apps.

Duolingo offers around 35 courses, including French, German, Spanish and Portuguese, with structured courses covering everything from basic vocab to advanced grammar.

Memrise has a staggering 1,000+ language courses, from Korean to Cherokee and everything in between. They use a mix of official Memrise courses as well as those compiled by community members, too.

Both platforms are big on gamification of language-learning to make it more fun. This means bite-size, colourful content, plus lots of interactivity and motivation to stick at it, which usually involves bagging points and rewards as you progress through lessons.

There are also tons of free single-language apps and websites out there – just get looking! Your uni may even have free resources, too, including tapes, books and videos to borrow, or even taught courses run alongside degree programmes – more on your uni options here.

If you studied a language at school, you'll already be familiar with conversation practice: it involves chatting about everyday topics with a teacher or native speaker, and it's a way to test out or improve what you've learned.

There are ways to get your conversation practice in for free, usually by swapping a language you know with someone who speaks the language you want to learn. So, if you want to get paid for talking, you need an angle.

• Go niche – Think essentials for business travellers, medical vocab, technical terms, phrases for students or sports fans.

• Use your accent – Regional differences can be the most challenging aspect of a language, so if you've got an accent, make the most of it.

Once you've got a hook, setting up an online 'classroom' is easy as pie with these free online video messengers.

Most messaging apps let you vary your style of interaction: use video chat for role play and speaking practice, or stick to texting or emailing for writing skills (or if you're camera shy!).

Alternatively, use notice boards, leaflet drops and language clubs to get in touch with local learners.

Teaching doesn't have to be about real-time interaction: there's also demand for language learning resources, from textbooks and quizzes to stories and podcasts.

André Klein doesn't call himself a language teacher – he's a coder, blogger and linguaphile – yet he's cutting a reputation for himself as a top-rated Amazon author thanks to a series of dual-language books.

The format is simple but effective: short stories using basic words and sentences, with an English translation alongside. If that sounds like your cup of tea, head over to our guide to publishing eBooks and have a go yourself!

You can also sell quiz sheets, grammar notes, vocab lists, audio lessons and anything else you fancy from your own website. If you've got the coding skills, you can make use of these by creating an app too.

Settling into a new country can be a tall ask for any international student or expat. Once you throw in linguistic hurdles like slang, cultural references and accents, it's a minefield – which is where native speakers like you come in.

YouTube and written blogs are a brilliant way to provide secondary student support, and there can be cash in it too – whether it's revealing what locals are really mumbling about or getting to the heart of the cheeky Nando's.

• 'Everyday situations (like buying bus tickets or asking for directions) which can double-up as listening practice or tourist info.'

Blogs and YouTube videos are winners for monetisation, too – by running ads alongside your content or linking to books, apps or products as part of your spiel. Naturally, we've got full guides on how to make cash with both options:

Whether you're after a side hustle or a fully-fledged career, getting …