Japanese

Five Japanese Dialects to Listen for When You Travel to Japan

Languages are like ice cream flavors: you might want to try them all! We learn our native tongue predominantly when we can hardly make rational decisions for ourselves, and we don’t get to choose what it is. Some of us want to cross mental borders and communicate with individuals

English

How to Pronounce Saoirse Ronan, Joaquin Phoenix, and Other Celebrity Names

If you’ve stuttered over Saoirse Ronan’s name before, you’re not alone. Even reading her name poses as some sort of complicated, unsolvable puzzle. And the same goes for Joaquin Phoenix, Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, Quvenzhané Wallis, Charlize Theron, and many more celebrities, propelling most of us to resort to

Mandarin

Learn How to Understand and Give Directions in Chinese

Getting lost is a great way to discover a new place, but at some point we’ve all got places to be, and sometimes these places aren’t necessarily on a map or easy to find. Knowing how to get directions from the people around you is an essential survival

Spanish

How to Write a Formal Letter in Spanish

In a digital world, writing letters might seem like a thing of the past. But it's not! This articles shows you the basics of how to write a formal letter or email in Spanish and make it stand out.

German

How to Start a Conversation in German

For most of us, the last thing we learn is how to converse. This makes sense during those first few weeks where you just learn how to say hello and introduce yourself - that's not a real conversation. By the time you are two months into the learning process though,

Japanese

Learn Japanese Music Lyrics to Supplement Your Japanese Language Course

We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again: a great way to learn Japanese outside of a Japanese language course is to listen to Japanese music! No, you can’t replace a regimented Japanese language course or self-study with music (that could give you a skewed idea

Korean

Learn Korean Dining Vocabulary: How to Order Korean BBQ in Korean and More

It’s no surprise that over the last three years, Korean barbecue has reached a rate of being one of the fastest growing dining trends in America. Learning how to pronounce the different foods off of the menu and properly address certain requests to the waiter is a must-know! Getting

Japanese

The Best Japanese Karaoke Songs for Learning Japanese

Sometimes you need a brain break from studying. But what if your brain break could be part of studying? That’s where karaoke comes in! Singing along to the best karaoke songs is not only fun, but helps you learn Japanese. Karaoke is a very popular social activity in Japan,

Italian

Learn Italian Food Words: How To Order At Italian Restaurants and Cafés

A key part of Italian culture and the reason why people A key part of Italian culture and the interest it holds for foreigners is Italian food, so learning Italian food words and how to order in Italian restaurants and cafés will help your Italian language learning.

English

The Ultimate Guide to Benefits of Being a Bilingual

The goal of this article is not only to bring you motivation relating to language learning, but also to focus on and illustrate the many ways in which bilingualism can improve your lives and the lives of others around you. Throughout this post, we are going to present you with

Japanese

How To Improve Your Japanese Pronunciation With Tongue Twisters

Tongue twisters are a fun and memorable way to challenge your language skills. In English, tongue twisters like, “she sells seashells at the seashore” can provide a laugh-out-loud hilarious challenge for a group of people. But can these wordplays be employed as a language learning tool? In fact, are tongue

French

6 Best Books All French Language Learners Must Read

“We should learn languages because language is the only thing worth knowing even poorly.” Kató Lomb Kató Lomb had it right! With that said, honing your language skills should be enjoyable and lucrative. While studies have shown that reading improves vocabulary, grammar, and mechanics, its benefits remain underestimated. Reading is

Russian

A Guide to Using Russian Verbal Aspects

There are many difficult things about learning Russian regardless of which languages you already know. From an English speaker’s perspective however, one of the most difficult aspects (pun very much intended) of learning Russian is verbal aspect.

Japanese

The Best Kids' Shows on YouTube to Help You Learn Japanese

Learning Japanese can be difficult, and sometimes you need a brain break. But instead of zoning out in front of Netflix, why not take advantage of all the available shows on YouTube to help you learn Japanese? With so many shows on YouTube nowadays, you can find Japanese videos at

French

The Ultimate Guide to C est Bien vs. C est Bon for French Learners

Have you ever hesitated between “c est bien” and “c est bon”? When it comes to words like “good” and “well,” the translation to French is never an easy one for English speakers. Read on to find out all about these tricky words.

Mandarin

How to Describe Locations in Chinese: Transportation Vocabulary and More

In any city, there are places that you need to visit early in your stay, and others that serve as useful navigation points. It could be anything from finding the local hospital to locating the nearest subway station. Learning how to say some of these places in the city in

Japanese

A Beginner’s Guide to Engrish Loanwords When Learning Japanese

If you’ve ever prepared for a trip abroad, you probably know that you need to brush up on some essential foreign language skills to get around. If you’re learning Japanese, that means familiarizing yourself with the concept of Engrish, or English loanwords borrowed from English and transformed into

English

How to Use Phrasal Verbs Like Native English Speakers

Native English speakers use a phenomenon called phrasal verbs. These are a set of two or three words that come together to mean something unique and different.

Italian

How To Learn Italian as a Visual Learner

This article will discuss how to learn Italian as a visual learner: how to make the most of your visual learning style when learning Italian grammar and vocabulary, and how to learn to speak Italian and practice Italian listening comprehension when you are not an auditory learner.

Korean

The Ultimate Guide to Romance and Flirting in Korean

If you're wandering the streets in Seoul, South Korea, you might notice a common theme: romance. Hearts decorate store fronts, and K-pop songs about love blast from the loud speakers. Pictures of lovers from K-dramas and movies are plastered on the store windows. Giggling young Korean couples wearing matching outfits

Mandarin

12 Chinese Proverbs About Love and Life for Chinese Learners

Plenty of people find wisdom where they least expect it. Often times we turn to proverbs and phrases to help us understand or connect with inexplicable feelings. Chinese proverbs, or 諺語 (yàn yŭ), are no different!

French

Top 20 Workout Words You Need To Know In French

If you regularly visit the gym or workout at home, you are probably familiar with the terms used in the fitness industry. Learn those terms in French to expand your vocabulary!

Japanese

A Beginner’s Guide to Counting in Japanese and Learning Japanese Numbers

Whether you’re giving the correct address to a taxi driver or ordering the correct amount of ビール (beers) at a bar, knowing how to count and use numbers is essential to learning Japanese. First, here’s the good news: Japanese numbers themselves are no more complicated than English ones,

Spanish

How to Improve Your Spanish Vocabulary in 15 Minutes Each Day

You don't need to spend an hour every day trying to learn Spanish; instead, all you really need is 15 minutes of dedicated, quality practice each day.

English

How Watching the Olympics Can Improve Your English

The Olympics aren't just for entertainment! Learn how you can improve your English by watching, reading, and talking about the 2020 Summer Olympics.