A list of useful prompts for various purposes.
🧠 Learning 10x Faster
Act as my Socratic tutor.
I want to learn [insert topic].
Ask me progressive, thought-provoking questions from beginner to expert level.
Only reveal the answers if I’m stuck, and explain each answer like I’m 5.
Teach me [insert topic] by stacking knowledge in 3 levels:
Foundation (basic principles), Structure (frameworks & tools), and Apex (real-world mastery).
Explain each level clearly and give practice tasks for all.
Map out every skill I need to learn to become great at [insert goal or field].
Categorize them as ‘Core’, ‘Supporting’, and ‘Advanced’.
Then create a personalized learning order to master each skill.
I want to learn [insert topic] from people who are world-class at it.
Summarize the learning strategies, habits, resources, and advice
from the top 5 experts in this field and help me implement them.
Let’s use the Feynman technique.
Teach me [insert topic] in simple terms, then ask me to explain it back in my own words.
Give me feedback and help me refine my understanding until I can teach it to others.
Help me learn [insert skill] while staying focused and avoiding burnout.
Build a daily learning routine with timed focus blocks, reflection checkpoints,
and mental reset strategies for maximum retention.
Teach me [insert topic] by connecting it with
something I already love or understand (e.g., movies, sports, gaming, psychology, music).
Use analogies and metaphors from [insert relatable domain] to make the topic click faster.
💬 Learning Languages
Act as a tutor.
Build me a 30-day beginner-friendly learning plan to study [LANGUAGE].
Each day should include: one short grammar or vocabulary micro-lesson,
a listening activity (audio, song, or short clip),
and a simple conversation practice exercise I can try.
Make the plan progressive so I build a solid foundation by the end of 30 days.
You are a native [LANGUAGE] speaker.
Roleplay a realistic beginner-level conversation with me (e.g., greetings, ordering food, small talk).
Correct my mistakes gently and naturally as I respond, explaining why the correction is needed.
Keep the tone encouraging, and slowly increase complexity as I improve.
Act as a teacher.
Explain the 5 most important beginner grammar rules in [LANGUAGE] using simple, clear comparisons to English.
For each rule, give an easy example sentence in both languages, highlight common mistakes learners make,
and share a quick tip to remember the rule without confusion.
You are a linguist.
Break down the difficult sounds in [LANGUAGE] that English speakers usually struggle with.
Give me step-by-step instructions for mouth, tongue, and lip positioning, with sound comparisons to English.
Provide practice words and a short drill I can repeat daily to improve pronunciation.
Act as a mentor.
Create a daily list of 10 practical vocabulary words or phrases in [LANGUAGE]
that I can use in everyday life (e.g., greetings, asking directions, ordering food).
For each word, include the translation, pronunciation guide, and a sample sentence.
Make the list cumulative so I can recycle words in later practice.
You are a coach.
Recommend 5 short beginner-friendly resources in [LANGUAGE] (podcasts, YouTube channels, songs, or videos).
For each one, explain how I should actively use it to improve listening
(e.g., listening for keywords, repeating aloud, shadowing).
Include both fun and practical options so l stay consistent.
Act as a cultural guide.
Explain 3 important cultural nuances in [LANGUAGE] that impact meaning, politeness,
or tone during conversations (e.g., honorifics, informal vs. formal speech, gestures).
Provide examples of phrases where these nuances matter, so l avoid sounding rude or unnatural.
You are a teacher.
When I write sentences in [LANGUAGE], carefully check them for errors.
Point out mistakes, explain the grammar or vocabulary issue clearly, and then give me the corrected version.
Always explain in a way that helps me avoid repeating the same error.
Act as a motivational tutor.
Share practical strategies to overcome shyness and build speaking confidence in [LANGUAGE].
Include daily speaking exercises, mindset shifts,
and ways to practice with native speakers (even if I don't live in that country).
Make the advice realistic for someone learning alone at home.
🤔 Improve Memory Recall With Some Help
Help me to memorize this list of words: [words] by using the link or story technique.
Show me how to use a mnemonic device to remember [information] better.
Give me some tips to improve my visual memory and create mental images of [information].
Provide me with some examples of acronyms that can help me memorize [information].
Explain how to use association to link [new information] to [old information] that I already know or remember.
Simplify and explain [concept] in simple terms by using the Feynman technique.
Apply the chunking technique to break down [information] into smaller units.
What is the concept of spaced repetition and why is it effective for memorizing [topic]?
Identify some common memory errors and how to avoid them when learning [topic].
Create a rhyme or song to make memorizing [information] more fun and easy.
Help me do active recall on [topic].
Ask me a question and I will give you an answer.
Correct me and advise how I can answer it better.
Teach me how to use mind maps to organize and memorize [information].
Tell me some benefits of using flashcards for memorizing [information].
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