The Easy Way to Tell Time in Russian
When you’re learning Russian, it’s essential that you learn how to tell time. It’s a practical skill that will help you converse freely when you’re speaking Russian. In this article, we’ll teach you how to tell time in […]
Read MoreFiled Under: RussianTagged With: vocabularyRealistically, How Long Does It Take To Learn Japanese?
Learning Japanese is not an easy undertaking. In fact, it’s one of the more challenging languages for English speakers to learn because of its different writing system and grammar. But with a little motivation and patience, anyone can […]
Read MoreFiled Under: JapaneseTagged With: learning techniques150 Basic Chinese Words & Phrases to Jumpstart Your Journey
If you’ve embarked on a mission to learn Chinese, then this article is for you! In it, you’ll find lists of some of the most useful Chinese words for a variety of situations. Learning any language is made […]
Read MoreFiled Under: ChineseTagged With: vocabularySilent Letters in English: How Are They Pronounced? [VIDEO]
by Lizzie Jane, Katharina, NatalieA big part of learning English is learning how to pronounce English words. But there are a lot of traps that can make mastering English difficult: silent letters in English, letter combinations that are pronounced differently depending on […]
Read MoreFiled Under: EnglishTagged With: english pronunciation speakingBasic French Words You’ll Use Every Single Day
So you’ve decided to pick up the French language—congratulations! But wait… are you staring down unending lists of French vocabulary? That’s no good! If you’re already feeling lost or overwhelmed on your learning journey, we’re here to fix […]
Read MoreFiled Under: FrenchTagged With: vocabularyBeginner’s Guide to Chinese Grammar
For native English speakers, learning Chinese can seem like a difficult goal. But did you know that Chinese grammar is easy compared to English grammar? You just need to adjust to a different frame of reference. This guide […]
Read MoreFalse Cognates in French You Should Know
Languages – we love them, we learn them, we analyze them. Some aspects are fairly straightforward to learn, while others are less simple! And unfortunately (or maybe fortunately, because it would get a little boring otherwise), there are […]
Read MoreFiled Under: FrenchTagged With: vocabularyChristmas Traditions From Around the World: How 11 Countries Celebrate
Christmas traditions from around the world can be very different from one another, even on the same continent! If you’d like to visit any of the following countries during the holiday season, familiarizing yourself with these traditions can […]
Read MoreLearn Brazilian Portuguese Pronunciation, Sound More Like a Native
Learn to express yourself (and make sure people understand you) in any Portuguese-speaking city with this Brazilian Portuguese pronunciation guide.Filed Under: PortugueseTagged With: pronunciation speakingPassive vs Active Learning, What’s Most Effective?
by KatharinaPassive and active learning are two different ways of learning new words and phrases. So which one's better, and what's the best way to use it?Filed Under: LanguagesTagged With: learning techniques