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Conquer your fear of language learning.
You’ve probably heard this already––that after puberty, learning a language just isn’t worth it. Reality: it’s all a myth. The origins of this tale come from a body of research that highlights children’s natural inclination to acquire language. A young…
If you’ve come expecting a definitive answer on which language is easiest to learn, you might be disappointed. Because the truth is that language learning is challenging and the language that you find the most approachable can be influenced by…
Tokyo is quite likely the world’s ultimate dining destination. Tourists flood in from every which direction, often expecting something refined, elevated, if not Michelin-starred. Sure, those options are here (230 of them, in fact) and not hard to find. But…
Politeness is an essential part of Japanese culture. You’ll see reflected in every facet of life, including the Japanese language. The use of Japanese honorifics reflects respect and certain suffixes are used in formal situations, while others are more appropriate…
The process of learning a second language, sometimes referred to as second language acquisition or SLA, can be a challenging one. You’ll often hear that children are best suited to take on learning a second language because their brains are…
We’ve entered the age of the podcast and as this method of media has risen in popularity, so has the use of podcasts as a way to learn a language. From Spanish to Russian to Chinese, there is a plethora…
A common misconception about learning a new language is that you have to master the language before you can start speaking it. Actually, testing out your skills in the real world is one of the best ways to learn. Below,…
You’ve probably seen umlauts at some point—those mysterious little dots hovering over letters in languages. And while they may seem intimidating or unfamiliar to English speakers, umlauts and other diacritic marks guide pronunciation and can be extremely helpful for language…
Idioms can make a conversation pop. Depending on the situation, they can often better help you communicate warmth, show passion, or inspire laughter than a more literal statement. And when you’re learning a new language like German, they can help…
So you find yourself at a Biergartenーwunderbar! Below, find a few tips to get the most out of the experience. First things first, you’ll want to know how to order a drink. Typically, you’ll be able to spot a central…
Welcome to Oktoberfest in Munich! The biggest beer festival in the world is about to begin again. Watch our video from last time and get a flavor of the occasion, as well as some key tips and tricks on how…