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12 Unique Facts About the Spanish Alphabet
Did you know that Spanish is the second most spoken language in the world? So it’s about time you brushed up on your skills! Let’s start at the beginning with the Spanish alphabet and its pronunciation. We’ve already […]
Read MoreFiled Under: SpanishTagged With: spanish pronunciationWind or Wind? English Heteronyms That Confuse Learners
by Lizzie Jane, AbbeEnglish can be confusing at times! Just take the way some words are pronounced (nothing like how they are spelled) and all of the different prepositions. Not to mention idioms and phrasal verbs! No wonder English learners—and even […]
Read MoreFiled Under: EnglishTagged With: english pronunciation vocabularyBusiness Expressions & Idioms, Or How to “Talk Business”
by Lizzie JaneIf you are learning English for work purposes, you are likely to come across business expressions, idioms, and phrases that are confusing for an English learner to understand. Colloquial expressions used by native speakers can be difficult as […]
Read MoreFiled Under: EnglishTagged With: business vocabulary10 Common Japanese Phrases to Know [VIDEO]
The Land of the Rising Sun has always been a popular destination for travelers. It certainly has a lot to offer, which is no doubt part of why you’re interested in learning Japanese! If you’re planning a trip […]
Read MoreFiled Under: JapaneseTagged With: speaking vocabularyHow to Stop Translating In Your Head – It’s Holding You Back! [VIDEO]
Thinking in a language other than your native tongue is a big milestone when you’re learning a foreign language. If you haven’t reached this point yet, you probably find yourself translating everything in your head. This can become […]
Read MoreFiled Under: LanguagesTagged With: learning techniques practice speakingHow to Build a Resume in Spanish + Sample CV
by MathildeWhen you’re applying for jobs or academic programs abroad, you’ll notice that every country has its own standards for resumes, CVs, cover letters, and even the applications themselves. So if you’re thinking of submitting an application in Spain […]
Read MoreFiled Under: SpanishTagged With: business vocabulary15 Facts About English That You May Not Know [VIDEO]
One of my favorite things about studying languages is learning about all of the culture, history, geography, and other factors that have influenced a language over time. In fact, I love the topic so much, that I’ve done […]
Read MoreEnglish Phrasal Verbs with Stand | Stand Out vs. Stand Up For
by Lizzie Jane, NatalieIf you haven’t ever tried using TV to improve your language skills, it’s about time you did! It can be both effective and entertaining (which is just as important)! To prove it, we recommend that you check out […]
Read MoreFiled Under: EnglishTagged With: grammar vocabularyFalse 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: vocabularyGet a Great Score on IELTS: Tips from a Professional Tutor
by Mark HemmingTaking English placement exams can be a stressful process. Particularly when there’s a lot riding on the outcome, whether you have to take the exam for immigration purposes or to gain entry onto a higher education program. The […]
Read MoreFiled Under: English