Whenever you start any language, vocabulary may be one of the trickiest parts to master. However, you have one benefit, speaking English. English is almost like a sponge with how many different languages have influenced its vocabulary, especially languages like …
Of all European languages, studies show that Greek is among the most difficult not only for native English speakers, but those who speak Romance languages as well. This is in part because it is unrelated to other Indo-European languages, despite …
When you picture Valentine’s Day, what do you envision? Is it red roses and chocolates? Grand gestures and fancy dinner plans? Or love letters and Cupid? In the United States, the month of February seems to revolve around …
This year, Lunar New Year, beginning on February 10th and ending on February 24th, welcomes the year of the dragon! This 15-day celebration has one of the richest and longest-standing histories, originating from the Chinese lunisolar calendar, dating back more …
Embarking on the journey to learn a new language can be both exciting and daunting. With over 7,000 languages spoken worldwide, choosing which one to learn can be an overwhelming decision! One language that often piques the interest of many …
Language learning is a popular resolution to make at the start of the new year but how do you make this resolution something you can uphold and succeed at? The best goals are attainable ones. It may not make …
With over 220 million native speakers worldwide, Portuguese ranks as the sixth most spoken language globally. Whether you’re planning to travel, study, or work in Portuguese-speaking countries, mastering some basic Portuguese phrases can greatly enhance your experience and interactions. From …
When learning Portuguese, one of the first things you might consider is what dialect to learn. While Portugal is the home country of the language, the largest population of Portuguese speakers is actually within Brazil, at 213 million, compared to …
As the clock strikes midnight and the calendar turns to a new year, people across the globe come together to bid farewell to the old and welcome the possibilities of the future. New Year’s Eve is a time for reflection, …
The start of a new year is the perfect time to reflect on your goals and set new ones, and what better resolution to make than improving your language skills? Whether you’re a seasoned language learner or just starting your …