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Japanese Sentence Structure: Do’s, Don’t’s, and Other Helpful Tips

By Erin Himeno / Japanese Grammar, Learn Japanese / December 4, 2020

The rules governing Japanese sentence structure are quite different from those of English sentence structure. Many learners struggle with how to best approach that difference. Some box Japanese sentence structure into an SOV (Subject Oject Verb) formula in order to compare it to the SVO (Subject Verb Object) structure that English takes. Others argue that …

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Christmas Traditions and Wishing Merry Christmas in French

By Beth Taylor / Learn French / December 2, 2020

It’s that time of year – Mariah Carey and Michael Bublé are on the radio, stores are filled with seasonal treats, and social media is inundated with photos of Christmas trees and holiday decorations. Have you ever wondered how the lead up to Christmas looks like in French-speaking countries? And how do you wish somebody …

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“Merry Christmas” in Spanish: Celebrating the Festive Season

By Suzie Kelsey / Learn Spanish / November 24, 2020

The festive season is upon us once again! If you are anywhere in the Spanish-speaking world this year, chances are there are big celebrations for Christmas right around the corner. If you want to make sure you know how to celebrate Christmas in Spanish and say “merry Christmas” in Spanish, you’ve come to the right …

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The Best Way to Learn Japanese: A Comprehensive Guide

By Erin Himeno / Learn Japanese / November 13, 2020

So, you want to learn Japanese. It might seem like a daunting task. After all, Japanese has three alphabets, multiple levels of formality, and a different sentence structure than the one you might be used to. Where to begin? In this article, we’ll talk about the best way to learn Japanese. Here’s a hint: the …

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French Adjectives: How to Describe Things in French

By Beth Taylor / French Grammar / October 30, 2020

Adjectives come in handy in our everyday lives. I used two in that sentence alone! To speak French fluently, you’ll need to describe all kinds of things, from your food and drink to your job or your best friend. There are all kinds of French adjectives, and all kinds of rules to follow when using …

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Hello in Japanese: All the Japanese Greetings You Need to Know

By Erin Himeno / Learn Japanese / October 27, 2020

If you want to study Japanese or travel to Japan, one of the most essential Japanese phrases to know is hello. However, the word hello in Japanese varies depending on the time of day and the person you’re greeting. In this article, we’ll cover how to say hello in Japanese in a variety of social …

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“Happy Birthday” in Japanese – How to Celebrate Birthdays in Japan

By Erin Himeno / Learn Japanese / October 16, 2020

Japan boasts one of the longest life expectancies in the world and has 80,000 citizens who are over 100 years old. Would it surprise you to learn that many of these centenarians have only recently started celebrating their birthdays? In this article, we’re going to take a closer look at how to celebrate birthdays in …

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A Guide to Learning the Months in French

By Beth Taylor / Learn French / October 2, 2020

What are the 12 months in French? January – janvier February – février March – mars April – avril May – mai June – juin July – juillet August – août September – septembre October – octobre November – novembre December – décembre You may see the resemblance between each month of the year in …

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The Ultimate Guide to Italian Pronouns

By Viola D'Elia / Learn Italian / September 30, 2020

Pronouns are an essential part of any language, used to indicate or replace the person, animal or thing that is either doing or receiving an action. Italian pronouns are mainly divided into: Italian subject pronouns Italian object pronouns (direct and indirect) Italian possessive pronouns Italian relative pronouns Italian reflexive pronouns If you feel confused by …

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Japanese Phrases: 15 Essential Japanese Expressions to Remember

By Erin Himeno / Learn Japanese / September 15, 2020

Whether you’re planning a trip to the Land of the Rising Sun or just want to dive into your Japanese studies, it can be daunting to start learning a new language. How about a head start with some basic Japanese phrases that will optimize your travel and daily conversations? In this article, we’ll cover 20 …

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