Baguettes and Berets… Which French Stereotypes Are True and Which Ones Are Totally Cliché?
If you’ve been learning French or are simply a fan of French culture, I’m sure you’ve come across some clichés about France and its people. But just like all nationalities, clichés are often stereotypes that don’t really reflect […]
Read MoreSpanish-Speaking Countries—Can You Name Them All?
by Rae CrossSpanish is everywhere: from the meteoric rise of reggaeton artists like Bad Bunny to the growing popularity of remote-working in various Spanish-speaking countries, there’s never been a better time to brush up on your ¿Hola, como está? Spanish […]
Read MoreWhat Is an IPA Symbol? The Key to Pronunciation Superpowers
by NatalieHave 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 […]
Read MoreFiled Under: LanguagesTagged With: pronunciation videoMeet Sarah 🙋🏻♀️ From the Eiffel Tower to Christ the Redeemer, an Expat Living in Brazil
Are you intrigued by the idea of dropping everything and moving abroad? Everyone who leaves their home country to begin a life somewhere else in the world has a very unique and personal reason for doing so, whether […]
Read MoreFiled Under: PortugueseTagged With: fun travelWhat Language Do They Speak in Belgium? Is Belgian a Language?
Not only is Belgium a fantastic vacation destination, but it’s also a great place to study and work. Many even consider Brussels to be the capital of Europe. If you’ve ever considered visiting the country, moving there, or […]
Read MoreHow to Flirt in English: I Matched with an English Speaker on Tinder! [VIDEO]
by Lizzie Jane, NatalieIt’s Valentine’s Day, so we thought we’d do a special lesson on flirting in English! If you use dating apps, you might have already had questions about how to flirt in English. Especially if you’ve matched with a […]
Read MoreFiled Under: EnglishTagged With: fun 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 speaking12 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 pronunciationGet 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 MoreHow 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 […]
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