Parting ways can be hard, but every “hello” inevitably brings a “goodbye.” To avoid…
Swedish
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The Swedes are well-known for their functional and sustainable approach to living. This is best reflected in the untranslatable word lagom.
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AdvicePeople
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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Culture
Learn How to Relax With These 7 Wellness Habits From Around the World
by Calli Zarpasby Calli ZarpasWhat do you think of when you hear the word “wellness?” In the U.S.,…
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Inspiration
Free Foreign Language Trivia Questions for Your Virtual Happy Hours
by Calli Zarpasby Calli ZarpasEver since I moved across the Atlantic Ocean a year and a half ago,…
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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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If you’ve come expecting a definitive answer on which language is easiest to learn,…