Basic French Words You’ll Use Every Single Day
So you’ve decided to pick up the French language—congratulations! But wait… are you staring down unending lists of French vocabulary? That’s no good! If you’re already feeling lost or overwhelmed on your learning journey, we’re here to fix […]
Read MoreFiled Under: FrenchTagged With: vocabularyWhat Is the Main Language in Luxembourg?
Of the various languages in Luxembourg, which one are you most likely to hear there? If you’re planning a trip, which language should you learn? The Grand Duchy of Luxembourg (in Luxembourgish: Groussherzogtum Lëtzebuerg, or in French: le […]
Read MoreFiled Under: LanguagesTagged With: fun vocabularyWind or Wind? English Heteronyms That Confuse Learners
by Lizzie Jane , AbbeEnglish can be confusing at times! Just take the way some words are pronounced (nothing like how they are spelled) and all of the different prepositions. Not to mention idioms and phrasal verbs! No wonder English learners—and even […]
Read MoreFiled Under: EnglishTagged With: english pronunciation video vocabularyBusiness Expressions & Idioms, Or How to “Talk Business”
by Lizzie JaneIf you are learning English for work purposes, you are likely to come across business expressions, idioms, and phrases that are confusing for an English learner to understand. Colloquial expressions used by native speakers can be difficult as […]
Read MoreFiled Under: EnglishTagged With: business vocabulary10 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 Build a Resume in Spanish + Sample CV
When you’re applying for jobs or academic programs abroad, you’ll notice that every country has its own standards for resumes, CVs, cover letters, and even the applications themselves. So, if you’re thinking of submitting an application in Spain […]
Read MoreFiled Under: SpanishTagged With: business vocabularyEnglish 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 vocabularyFalse Cognates in French You Should Know
Languages – we love them, we learn them, we analyze them. Some aspects are fairly straightforward to learn, while others are less simple! And unfortunately (or maybe fortunately, because it would get a little boring otherwise), there are […]
Read MoreFiled Under: FrenchTagged With: vocabularyDays 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 […]
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