Japanese

Is the Best Way to Study Japanese Symbols on Paper or Online?

I’ve recently been attempting to augment my own knowledge of kanji, or Japanese symbols (the journey never ends when there are 50,000 kanji to learn!). I learned Japanese as a kid and still speak well, but as I never went to school in Japan, my writing skills are

English

How to Order at a Restaurant in English

Whether you love to patronize your local restaurant every night or you prefer to cook at home, knowing how to order food in English is an undeniably important skill for English language learnings. Let's say you're traveling and trying to impress your friends--or even your boss! Or you could even

French

Learn French Through Nailing the Parisian Style in French

Are you interested in both French fashion and language? 10 best stapes for the French woman. 1. The white shirt (La chemise blanche). 2. Ballet flats (Des balle...)

Portuguese

Top 10 Brazilian Slang Words For Blending in With the Locals

If you learn Brazilian Portuguese just from textbooks, you'll miss what really makes the language sound authentic: slang. It’s the way locals really speak. Here are ten must-know slang words and phrases to help you speak like a local.

Mandarin

7 Major Chinese Holidays Mandarin Learners Must Know

As one of the oldest civilizations in the world, China has a long list of traditional holidays the nation and its people celebrate. Here are seven major Chinese holidays and the traditions that follow.

Japanese

How to Use Raw Manga Readers to Learn Japanese Characters

Have you ever read a comic book? If so, you know they’re full of action-packed stories and engaging characters. Raw manga, or Japanese comic books written using Japanese characters, have likewise been a prevalent source of convenient entertainment in Japan for decades. And, if you’re here to learn

Spanish

101 Basic Spanish Words for Travelling to Spanish Speaking Countries

Whether you’re looking to learn Spanish as a second language, or just want to know a few basic phrases while travelling in Spain or Latin America, this article includes a list of the most basic words and phrases in Spanish.

German

What You Need to Know About Dining in Germany

Something you are bound to do when you visit Germany or another German speaking country is to go out to eat. Dining in Germany is similar to dining anywhere else in Europe, though it is not identical. In France and Italy, people tend to make the dining experience long and

Mandarin

Top 8 Tips and Tricks to Make Friends in Chinese

Learning Chinese is important but difficult. What are the right ways to study Mandarin? Making friends is definitely one of the best ways. Generally, language is an incredible tool for forming relationships. It grants the ability to literally communicate to people in new ways which can be incredibly powerful. For

Japanese

Learn Japanese Misconceptions about Americans before You Travel to Japan

You history buffs out there may know that Japan was entirely isolated from other countries until 1846, when the US military forced its way in. As such, in historical terms, it really hasn’t been open to visitors for long. Therefore, it’s understandable that the Japanese people have some

English

5 Ways to Make the Most of Your English Study Abroad

Studying abroad can be life-changing. You can get a short window into not only another language, but a totally different culture and lifestyle! A "study abroad" is a period of time during your studies at university where you live in another country. Study abroads can be one week,

Korean

The 5 Best Korean YA Books for Studying Korean

Reading is a great way to enhance vocabulary and reinforce grammar. Written for a younger audience, YA books are great for second language learners. Here are the top five Korean YA novels for Korean language learners.

German

How to Travel in Germany as A German Language Learner

When you go to Germany, you have a lot of options about how you travel around the country. Apart from flying into the country, you aren't likely to need a plane (though you can fly to your destination if you need to get somewhere fast), but all other types of

Japanese

The Best Way to Learn Japanese From Zero

When you visit Japan, you can’t help but be captivated by its culture and food—I mean, that ramen and those onigiri (rice triangles) are addictive! It’s understandable why you might want to go all in and learn Japanese. So, whether you are an enthusiastic anime watcher or

English

10 Tongue Twisters to Test Your English Pronunciation

If you've ever been a child on a playground, you're probably familiar with the concept of a "tongue twister." In Spanish, they're known as trabalenguas. In French, they're called virelangue. Almost every language has their own tongue twisters but the concept is the same: These phrases are filled

Mandarin

A Beginner’s How-To Guide for Chinese Numbers and Counting in Mandarin

Counting in Chinese can be confusing, overwhelming and intimidating. But have no fear - let's break this down together and see how you can easily learn Chinese numbers in 5 minutes!

Portuguese

101 Basic Portuguese Words for Travel in Brazil

Brazil is a country that’s rich in language and culture. This article teaches you some of the most common and basic words and phrases in Portuguese so that you can make the most out of your trip.

Korean

Korean Travel Vocabulary: How to Navigate Transportation and Ask for Directions in South Korea

Learn about the best tips to travel South Korea as if you live there. Never struggle with directions again as a tourist with these easy tips!

Japanese

Learn Japanese Culture Differences before You Travel to Japan

A hodophile (someone who loves traveling) cruising from New York to Washington D.C would notice some differences between the cities. They’d have to make a smooth transition from the celebrity/entertainment lifestyle to the politician/government atmosphere, from tank tops and miniskirts to suits. The truth is, everything

English

How to Nail an Interview in English as a Language Learner

Whether it's your first interview or your millionth, an interview is a major step in acquiring a new job. Interviews can be very stressful! You are being evaluated in a short time and asked many questions. That can be difficult--especially if it is in an entirely different language! As an

French

22 Tongue Twisters To Boost Your French Pronunciation

Do you want to know a fun way of practicing French and improve your vocabulary? Tongue twisters are the answer! Check out the entertaining tongue twisters to have a blast with your friends!

Italian

How to Learn Italian Through Playing Italian Card Games

Want to learn Italian through playing Italian card games? Check out this article to learn rules for three different playing card games, variations, and useful vocabulary!

German

Agreeing in German: 10 Ways to Say Yes

One of the best tips to learning any langage is to be positive and know how to agree. Every language offers a wide variety of ways to agree with someone, and saying "yes" to people is what will help you get more language partners and opportunities. With many

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