In my previous blog post I discussed whether German is a difficult language to learn or not — and hopefully I was able to convince you it’s really not as bad as many sources try to make it seem. In this blog post, I’d like to give you a couple of suggestions on how exactly …
The French language has its fair share of quirks. One that you’ll face as soon as you start learning the language is the weird and irregular verb être. The verb simply means ‘to be’ and is used the same way we use it in English. As such, it’s a pretty important word for learning French. However, …
Getting Comfortable with the “Être” Conjugation in FrenchRead More »
Learning a second language can be one of the most enjoyable and rewarding experiences you can have. The first time you find yourself having a real conversation with a native speaker can be truly magical. It’s the moment that you realize all your hard work has paid off. However, reaching this level of fluency requires …
To New Beginnings – 7 Ways To Jump-Start Your Language Learning After A Long BreakRead More »
Do you want to learn how to say thank you in Italian? Italians put great emphasis on expressing gratitude and showing good manners, so if you’re an Italian student or you’re planning to go to Italy you really need to know how to do it properly! There are many ways you can express your gratitude …
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As the prevalence of studying abroad continues to increase, students are spending less time considering if they’re going to study abroad, and more time considering where they’re going to study abroad. Language can be a key factor when it comes time to finalize that often life-changing decision. English has become a linguistic monolith if you …
5 Exciting Languages for Students to Study AbroadRead More »
Polish has never been known as an easy language to learn. And while I wouldn’t go so far as to call it the most difficult in the world (as some do), I can’t help but feel admiration for all those determined to become fluent in my native tongue. Before we get into the details, let …
When it comes to working on individual competencies, grammar is hardly the favorite of most learners. Many of us have been traumatized by the standard teaching approach in foreign language classes, where we were made to believe that communication can’t happen without flawless grammar—and that the best way to learn it is to slog through …
The Best Way to Improve Your Grammar in a Foreign LanguageRead More »
After discussing the conjugation of the verbs “essere” and “dire” in Italian, it’s time to focus on the “andare” conjugation. “Andare” is another fundamental verb, which mainly means “to go”. It is used when we want to talk about movement from a point to another one, no matter if it’s on foot or by any …
All You Need to Know about “Andare” – Conjugation in All Italian TensesRead More »
Finding good learning materials for Polish is no easy task. Sure, a quick Google search should be enough to find dozens of relevant sites, but how do you tell the best resources from the less useful ones? As it turns out, the most valuable materials are not necessarily the ones that get the most exposure …
A birthday is a very special occasion in the Korean culture, and the importance of a birthday celebration is practiced right from the start, as the biggest celebration of all is a child’s first birthday. However, this practice of celebrating each other’s birthday continues, and just like in English, we celebrate each other’s birthday by …
