Tricks to Become Fluent in One Hour of Practice Per Day
by LucaHave you heard of Benny Lewis? He’s an Irish polyglot who writes articles on his blog about his travels and language learning techniques to become fluent. Benny has shown that it’s possible to learn a language in only […]
Read MoreHands-On Learning: The Fun Way to Improve Your Language Skills
by LucaWhen it comes to language learning, there’s no doubt that peace and quiet can do wonders for your concentration. As I’ve mentioned in this article on helpful learning tips, the amount of effort you put into your learning will […]
Read MoreList of the Best TV Shows for Learning English
by LucaWe often talk about how important it is to watch movies without subtitles to maximize your listening comprehension and vocabulary. And as we wrote in this article, we have even designed our own method for using TV shows […]
Read MoreWhich Language Should I Learn? Pick One of the 7 Most Useful Languages
by LucaMost people have ambitions to learn a new foreign language, but many get stuck on the question: “Which language should I learn?” If you’re asking yourself that question, it probably means you don’t have a strong interest in […]
Read MoreFiled Under: LanguagesTagged With: business motivationThe Best Free Online Dictionaries to Help You Improve Your English, Spanish, German, French and Portuguese
by LucaOne of the most basic yet fundamental tools for learning a language is the good old dictionary. Whether online or in print, dictionaries provide you descriptions of a word’s meaning and explains how it is used in a sentence. Rather than lugging […]
Read MoreFiled Under: LanguagesTagged With: grammar learning techniques vocabulary writingThe Best French Movies to Improve Your Understanding
by LucaWatching movies in their original format (a.k.a. without dubbing) is a remarkably fun and effective way to improve your foreign language skills. Not long ago, we wrote about the best movies to watch for learning Spanish. And many […]
Read MoreFiled Under: FrenchTagged With: french listening comprehension movies practiceHow to Improve Your Memory with Lifestyle and Food Choices
To learn another language and memorize lots of new vocabulary, having a good memory is essential. The human brain’s capabilities are simply amazing. But do you know how to tap into your mind’s full potential? While some people […]
Read MoreFiled Under: LanguagesTagged With: learning techniques video vocabulary5 Tips for a Successful Foreign Language Study Plan
by LucaA good language study plan is worth a thousand “I wish I could speak XYZ“s. Unfortunately, many people wind up abandoning their language studies, never attaining their dreams. The reasons vary, but ultimately often involve a lack of […]
Read More11 Great Reasons to Learn Brazilian Portuguese
by LucaBrazilian Portuguese isn’t just a magnificent language, it’s also becoming increasingly useful and sought after at the professional level. As you may already know, I’m currently learning Portuguese. Why? Because I adore its musicality and have fallen in love […]
Read MoreFiled Under: PortugueseHow Music and Learning Go Hand-in-Hand in Becoming Fluent
by LucaIt’s a well-known fact that music and learning go hand-in-hand. And learning a foreign language is no different! Like movies, song lyrics are a good source of vocabulary and expressions to memorize—and the process is generally very enjoyable. […]
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