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When I was in Morocco, I got to stargaze in the Sahara desert and eat endless tajine, but my favorite memories are the moments my friends and I had with our tour guide. In Greece, I swam in underground lagoons…
When I was fourteen years old, I started my freshman year at an international boarding school. I arrived at my dorm room, hands full with all of my belongings, and soon after, I met my future roommate, Casey. Casey was…
When I was in elementary school I went to a Spanish immersion school. And when I was in first grade, an obsession rippled through our school. The obsession was a song (with some amazingly choreographed dance moves) called “Asereje” by…
I tutor a French middle schooler, and he speaks almost perfect English. We’ll talk for 30 minutes and he’ll make one, two or sometimes zero mistakes. I also tutor a few French friends who are in their 20s. Some of…
If you’re learning a new language, watching movies in that language is a great way to keep up the practice. Featuring Awkwafina, The Farewell will reinvigorate those Mandarin Chinese skills while teaching you about family life in China. From the…
In places like America, Chinese food has developed its own distinct flavor that is markedly different from that of its homeland. In fact, North American Chinese dishes, heavy with thick, sweet sauces, are not what you’d encounter in the countryside…
Raise a glass We think celebratory phrases are like champagne: Always good to have on hand in case something happens worth toasting. Maybe you got a promotion. Maybe you’ve met The One. Or maybe you finally remembered to drink water…
What better time to get a jolt of motivation than now, when resolutions seem far less attractive than happy hour or catching up on Black Mirror? Below you’ll find loose translations for how to say, “You can do it” in…
When it comes to welcoming in the new year, the possibilities are endless. Below, find a celebration cheat sheet full of phrases and traditions from around the globe so you can say Happy New Year in 20 languages. Burn effigies…
Whether you’re learning a language to provide professional opportunities or just trying to check off that bucket list, you want one that’ll give you more bang for your buck. But how do you decide which languages are the most useful…
Countries around the world have cuisine that recalls important historical and cultural memories for the people who call it home. But what makes traditional dishes in Asia different from those in Europe or South America? After all, both Brazil and…
