The most widely known language in the world, English is spoken by roughly 1.5…
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There’s a lot of debate around whether English is a hard language to learn.…
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7 Things I Wish I Knew Before I Started Learning a New Language
by Calli Zarpasby Calli ZarpasMy language-learning journey started when I was about three years old when my parents…
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If you’re wondering how to learn a language fast and fluently, exercise could be…
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AdviceCulture
The Connection Between Creativity and Cross-Cultural Experiences
by Calli Zarpasby Calli ZarpasWhen I was in Morocco, I got to stargaze in the Sahara desert and…
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For the past few weeks, it feels like the COVID-19 crisis has completely consumed…
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Before you pull up a seat at the holiday table, study the rules of etiquette so you can avoid a faux pas (yes, that’s French for lack of tact, or rude foreigner, depending on who you ask). While taking cues from your host or hostess is never a bad idea, it’ll also impress them if you come equipped not just with a symbolic gift but with the kind of consideration for their cultural values that money can’t buy.
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When you’re popping into a holiday party, it’s considerate to bring a gift for the host or hostess. Many people choose flowers since they’re a beautiful and gracious way to extend thanks, but different flowers can have different meanings across cultures. In South Africa for instance, it’s customary to give flowers during the holidays, but in Egypt, they are only appropriate as gifts when attending a funeral.
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Thoughtfulness and a little cultural sensitivity translate well in any language. We may have…
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