15 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 video vocabularyHow Well Do World Leaders Speak English? [VIDEO]
Have you ever wondered how global leaders communicate during international summits? Today, the heads of the G7 countries speak five different native languages! Interpreters certainly play a role in communications, but these days English serves as the lingua […]
Read MoreFiled Under: EnglishTagged With: english pronunciation pronunciation speakingDays of the Week in Italian (Pronunciation + Examples)
If you want to learn Italian—for your next vacation in Italy, for work, or just for fun—start with the basics! Knowing the days of the week in Italian is key to making plans with Italian friends, understanding which […]
Read MoreFiled Under: ItalianTagged With: italian pronunciation vocabularyEnglish Is Everywhere! English Words in Other Countries [VIDEO]
When you’re first starting to learn a language, or if you haven’t quite reached fluency yet, it’s not unusual to feel like you don’t have the vocabulary to express yourself. But if you think about it, you probably […]
Read MoreFiled Under: EnglishTagged With: video vocabularyEnglish Phrasal Verbs with Call | Call Off VS Out [VIDEO]
by Natalie, Lizzie JaneWe’re back again with another installment in our English phrasal verbs series. We’re using popular American TV shows to help you learn and memorize new vocabulary. It’s both effective and entertaining (which is just as important)! In this […]
Read MoreFiled Under: EnglishTagged With: grammar video vocabularyAll About the German Alphabet | German Pronunciation
As you may know, German pronunciation can be very different from English. But it’s not too difficult to master, once you get the hang of it. It also never hurts to familiarize yourself with the pronunciation of one […]
Read MoreFiled Under: GermanTagged With: german pronunciation speakingWhat Language Do They Speak in Brazil? Brazilian? 🤔
If you have dreams of taking a trip to Brazil (who doesn’t?!), it’s worth taking a moment to learn about the country’s very unique linguistic landscape. Many people may not realize that Brazil is a truly multilingual country. […]
Read MoreFiled Under: PortugueseTagged With: speakingEnglish Phrasal Verbs with Hang | Hang Up VS Out [VIDEO]
by Lizzie Jane, NatalieHave you ever tried using TV to improve your language skills? If not, you’re missing out! Check out our series on English phrasal verbs where we use clips from our favorite American TV shows to provide context and […]
Read MoreFiled Under: EnglishTagged With: grammar video vocabularyTop 10 Best French-English Dictionaries & Translation Apps
by NatalieOne of the best things about being a language learner in 2022 is that you no longer have to buy and lug around a big heavy paperback French dictionary! Nowadays, you can find a lot of online dictionaries […]
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