Newsflash: Words Evolve Over Time! It’s Called Semantic Change
Contrary to popular belief, language isn’t static. It’s actually changing all the time! In particular, the vocabulary of a language changes continually over time in a process called semantic change. It happens thanks to a variety of factors, […]
Read More8 Ways to Say Hello in Japanese
Greetings are often among the first expressions people want to learn when they’re studying a new language. After all, knowing how to say hello is crucial for starting a conversation or any other type of interaction. So, how […]
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 More150 Basic Chinese Words & Phrases to Jumpstart Your Journey
If you’ve embarked on a mission to learn Chinese, then this article is for you! In it, you’ll find lists of some of the most useful Chinese words for a variety of situations. Learning any language is made […]
Read MoreQuit, Quite or Quiet? – Master the Differences [VIDEO]
Are you quite sure that you know when to use quit, quite or quiet? It might seem quite confusing. But before you quit (I’m sorry, I couldn’t resist), let me explain the differences between these three words and […]
Read MoreHow to Flirt in English: I Matched with an English Speaker on Tinder! [VIDEO]
It’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 More10 Everyday Spanish Phrases for Beginners [VIDEO]
If you walk down the street in a Spanish-speaking country, it’s almost guaranteed that you’ll hear a word or phrase you haven’t learned yet. The best way to get a good grasp of everyday Spanish phrases and expressions […]
Read MoreHow to Order Food in Spain—In Perfect Spanish
Imagine this: you’re sitting on the terrace of a tapas bar in Madrid, soaking up the strong Spanish sun, chatting with your friends in between bites of salty tapas and cold cañas (small glasses of beer). The plates […]
Read MoreEnglish Homophone Quiz & Spelling Test [VIDEO]
If you’ve been working on English vocabulary for a while, why not take a break and test your knowledge? You can test your vocabulary skills with a quick and fun new English spelling test and homophone quiz!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 […]
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