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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...
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Can You Say These Foreign Tongue Twisters Five Times Fast?
In German, “tongue twister” is translated as Zungenbrecher, or “tongue crusher,” whereas the Italians translate it as scioglilingua, or “tongue melter.” In French its virelangue, or “tongue turner,”...
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10 Movies in 10 Different Languages You Need to See
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...
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Flea, Cabbage, and Other Romantic Names to Call Your Lover in Different Languages
Would you find it particularly cute if your boyfriend called you his flea? Or how about if your wife sent you a cute text calling you, the love...
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Merry Mingling: Festive Food Guide
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...
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Merry Mingling: Your International Guide to Party Etiquette
Before you get out there and start mingling merrily, it pays to know a little cultural etiquette. Our international guide to party protocol will help you raise a...
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Merry Mingling: Your International Guide to Holiday Gifting
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...
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Merry Mingling: How to Write Holiday Cards
Thoughtfulness and a little cultural sensitivity translate well in any language. We may have different names for Santa Claus or Father Christmas, but the reason for our joy...
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Traditional Table: A German Food Primer
When we think German food, we often envision the bratwurst and beer that is so ubiquitous in Oktoberfest celebrations. However, like the German language, German cuisine differs from...
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Language Tricks and Treats From Around the World
Conquer your fear of language learning.
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