I'm Finally Switching Off the Subtitles, and It's Time You Did, Too
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Summary
Subtitles can be helpful for people who are hard of hearing, learning a language, or simply wanting to make sure they catch every word, but there can be too much of a good thing
When you watch movies and TV with subtitles on all the time, you can end up relying on reading instead of listening, which can detract from the immersive experience, among other negatives
It’s surprising how much more you absorb when you’re not jumping between reading and watching
You can improve your listening skills, focus on the dialog, and increase your language fluency by tuning your ear to different accents, tones, and natural speech patterns without subtitles
You’ll also reap the benefits of having less screen clutter, and training your memory and comprehension, as listening (not just reading) can help you retain and enjoy the AV experience
