Arabic-Speaking Countries: Where Is Arabic an Official Language?
Learning Arabic? Excellent choice! It can take you to some amazing places, so grab your passport and come on an adventure with us! Where exactly? Well, Arabic is spoken in 25 countries around the world by about 274 […]
Read MoreRecord Your Voicemail Greeting in English: 5 Messages You Can Steal
by Lizzie Jane, NatalieI’m sure you’ve called someone before and gotten a voicemail message that left you wondering if you’d even called the right number. “Hi, you’ve reached [phone number]. Please leave a message,” doesn’t inspire much confidence, nor does it […]
Read MoreFiled Under: EnglishTagged With: english pronunciation speakingLatin America vs. Spain: Which Spanish Should I Learn?
Which Spanish should I learn? If you’re considering learning Spanish, or have just started – have you asked yourself this important question yet? It might seem so simple that you haven’t taken the time to really think about […]
Read MoreFiled Under: SpanishTagged With: speaking vocabularyEnglish Grammar Mistakes That (Even!) Native Speakers Make
by Lizzie Jane, NatalieDo you find that you’re often worried about making a mistake when you speak or write in English? Well, you’re certainly not alone. First off, English grammar is notoriously complicated. And second, just about every person who has […]
Read More30 Useful French Idioms That’ll Spice Up Your Expression
You’ve been learning French for a while, and you’re starting to feel confident in yourself. You have a solid grasp on everyday French vocabulary, and you think “Hey, I can understand French, no problem!” …And then you come […]
Read MoreFiled Under: FrenchTagged With: speaking 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 speaking10 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 video 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 speaking videoHow 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 speakingAll 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 […]
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