Applying the Pareto Principle to Language Learning
Are you familiar with the Pareto principle? It’s a concept that has applications in numerous domains, and languages are no exception! In fact, the Pareto principle (also known as the 80/20 rule) is a fundamental part of the […]
Read MoreHow Many Languages Are There in the World?
Not long ago, we wrote about the ten most-spoken languages in the world as well as some of the more obscure languages. That made us curious about the linguistic diversity that exists around the world. Just how many […]
Read MoreAtomic Habits: The Book That Will Revolutionize Your Language Routine
Atomic Habits by James Clear is a fantastic book that I find myself going back to again and again. It’s an international bestseller that’s become a reference text on habit science. The central idea of the book is […]
Read MoreApplying the “1% Better Every Day” Approach to Languages
It might seem counter-intuitive, but the truth is that you don’t need to make superhuman effort to get super results. And that’s great news for all of us. Most people don’t have the time to dedicate hours to […]
Read MoreDecoding the Difference: Dialect vs. Language
Have you ever wondered what the difference is between a dialect vs. a language? There are thousands of languages spoken in the world today, and thousands MORE dialects. Miami English, Cajun English, and California English are just a […]
Read MoreMeet Samuel W. and His Extraordinary Bilingual Family
If you’ve found your way to this blog, it’s because, like us, you love languages. And if you’re a parent, you probably want to pass on some of that passion to your children. Perhaps you’ve even dreamed of […]
Read MoreKnowing Your Learning Style Is Crucial for Independent Learners
Learning a language can feel like a real challenge, no doubt about it! But fear not! The key to conquering this linguistic adventure lies in uncovering your very own learning style. Yep, we all have our secret sauce […]
Read More63 Foreign-Language Books to Enjoy This Summer
There’s nothing better than a good book to accompany you on your summer adventures! That’s my opinion, at least 😎 And of course, in addition to being a fun activity, reading in your target language has real benefits […]
Read MoreNewsflash: Words Evolve Over Time! It’s Called Semantic Change
Contrary to popular belief, language isn’t static. It’s actually changing all the time! In particular, the vocabulary of a language changes continually over time in a process called semantic change. It happens thanks to a variety of factors, […]
Read MoreWhat Is an IPA Symbol? The Key to Pronunciation Superpowers
Have you ever wondered how to pronounce a word in a foreign language, but struggled because of the spelling? Or maybe you’ve seen an IPA symbol entry in a bilingual dictionary and been curious about what it’s for […]
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