I hate to say it, but before last night I hadn’t talked to my grandpa in a few months. So when I found out it was Polish-American Heritage Month in October, I was excited to have the opportunity to get…
Meeting new people and being able to have an engaging conversation are probably some of the main reasons for learning a new language. But knowing your verb conjugations or having extensive vocabulary might not be enough to prevent you from…
French food has a reputation for being one of the best cuisines out there, which might be why you’ll find French restaurants all over the world, not just in France. You’ve probably even seen French words on non-French menus like…
Memorizing new words is probably one of the most tedious processes in learning a language. This is why seeing a familiar looking word can spark a sigh of relief. However, this feeling of comfort might be quite short lived if…
Whether you’re chasing down contracts or looking to improve client relationships, there are many languages for international business that will position you for success. The growing convenience and affordability of international travel combined with the booming online marketplace have made…
Don’t get me wrong, having a strong foundation in a language before communicating with a native speaker is essential. I have my French classes to thank for a lot of the cultural knowledge and French words I know. But when…
When you’re learning a new language, hitting the books and studying (memorizing) hard is the standard approach. But what about when you find yourself in a casual conversation with an acquaintance or friend? Carrying a textbook in your back pocket…
My language-learning journey started when I was about three years old when my parents put me in a Greek-American preschool. While I didn’t have much choice in the matter, many of my other experiences with foreign languages like studying abroad,…
Whether or not America was ready for me again, the time had come. I made the decision to move back to the U.S. months prior, but it was time to put the pedal to the metal upon arriving back to…
Human beings, generally speaking, have an obsession with knowing how to say “bad” or “dirty” things in another language. Odd as it may be, who are we to deprive you of the knowledge you so desperately crave? In many languages,…
I never thought I’d move back to the U.S. I guess living in Europe for almost eight years will do that to a person. I’ve lost track of the times I confidently and without hesitation said, “I’m sorry, but I…
Once you’ve learned some Japanese language basics and everyday Japanese phrases, your next stop in the language learning journey is often the Japanese alphabet. No matter which language you’re learning, taking the time to get comfortable with a language’s alphabet…
