10 Common English Idioms to Give Your Speech a Native Touch
by Lizzie JaneLearning idioms can help you sound more fluent, more like a native speaker. They might not seem like a piece of cake (that means easy) at first because the meaning doesn’t always make sense. However, learning idioms is […]
Read MoreFiled Under: EnglishTagged With: speaking vocabularyChop Chop! 30 Must-Know English Abbreviations [VIDEO]
by Lizzie Jane, NatalieMany students studying English tell me that they understand everything when they are in their English lessons. But when it comes to watching English TV programs or movies or chatting with native English speakers, they struggle to understand […]
Read MoreFiled Under: EnglishTagged With: vocabularyThe Surprising Meaning of the Most Beautiful French Word…
by Ella BurgessThose fluttering, throaty r’s, those elegantly intoned nasal vowels, the steady back and forth of that hypnotic rhythm. The sound of French is distinctive even to those who have never studied it in their lives. Just a sentence […]
Read MoreFiled Under: FrenchTagged With: vocabularyValentine’s Day Vocabulary + Foreign Pick-Up Lines
February 14th is just around the corner, and love is in the air. This time of year is a great opportunity to learn some specialized foreign-language vocabulary. We’ve got all the most important V-day vocab for you, from […]
Read MoreFiled Under: LanguagesTagged With: fun vocabularyWhat Is the Easiest Language for English Speakers to Learn?
by Lizzie JaneIf you’re looking to learn a new language, you might want to know: what is the easiest language for English speakers to learn? I get it! It’s only natural to want to start easy—that way we tend to […]
Read MoreSpooky 🎃 Halloween Words 👻 in Spanish + 5 Other Languages
by AbbeDust off your witch hat and your robes (okay, or just grab a pen and paper), because today we’re giving you all of the essential Halloween vocabulary). If you’re American, you probably have great memories of this autumnal […]
Read MoreFiled Under: LanguagesTagged With: fun vocabularyBest Chinese Movies on Netflix + Movies for Mandarin Learners
Chinese movies are an excellent resource for those who want to learn Mandarin. Fortunately, there are many interesting Chinese movies on Netflix and other platforms. For this article, we’ve made a list of some of our favorites. Whether […]
Read MoreLearn with an English Podcast in 2023 🎧 16 Podcasts to Listen to Now
Listening to an English podcast is a smart and entertaining way to improve your English. In addition to practicing your listening skills, listening to podcasts is a great way to keep your brain active throughout the day. There […]
Read MoreFiled Under: EnglishTagged With: english comprehension podcasts practiceDOs and DON’Ts: Language-Learning Mistakes and Best Practices [VIDEO]
by ChristianWe take a look at some of the most common errors language learners make, and how to best approach learning a new language.Filed Under: LanguagesTagged With: learning techniques practiceHow to Speak Italian (And Not Just with Hand Gestures!)
by MathildeWe've got some great tips and techniques to help you practice speaking Italian and make quick progress, so you can start speaking with locals.Filed Under: ItalianTagged With: italian pronunciation learning techniques practice speaking