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.

English

4 Ways to Get Kids Excited about Learning English

How do you turn studying English from a chore into a fun way to bond? Here are four engaging ways to get kids pumped about learning--and using--English.

Italian

How to Learn Italian Verbs and Basic Italian Grammar

Grammar, along with vocabulary, is an important tool in learning a language. Italian grammar is not the most difficult of grammars and learning its rules will help you learn Italian. Below, we have a guide to Italian grammar for beginners—enough grammar to allow you to master the basic points

Russian

The Ultimate Guide to Russian Names for Russian Language Learners

Understand what each part of Russian name means and the rich traditional of Slavic naming practices.

French

101 Basic French Words For Travel In France

Are you planning your trip to France but feel nervous about actually speaking french among the natives? Do not worry. We made a special guide for you to help you during your trip!

Japanese

The Best Way to Learn Japanese If You’re Busy

You’ve got a full day ahead: work, school, errands, chores, social obligations, family time. And in the midst of all of this, you’re trying to learn Japanese! What is the best way to get a Japanese lesson into that packed schedule? The best way to learn Japanese if

French

How To Learn French Through French Art And Artists

The history of Western art is extensive, and most countries have contributed to it; nonetheless, two countries have had a bigger impact on defining Western art over the centuries: Italy and France. Art is one of the most popular tourist attractions in France in the twenty-first century. People from all

Spanish

7 Reasons to Watch and Read Spanish News for Language Learners

One of the best ways to learn the Spanish language is by keeping up to date with Spanish news. Especially if you already watch the news on a regular basis, watching it in Spanish instead will allow you to learn a new language while saving you time. Whether you consume

English

A Complete Guide to Texting in English

Texting in English can be a headache! Conversations can move quickly and what do all these abbreviations mean? Read to learn how to text in English!

Mandarin

How to Learn Chengyu Through Chinese Zodiac Animals

When learning Chinese, the idioms known as "chengyu" can be difficult to learn, memorize, and use correctly. There are hundreds and thousands of them! One of the best ways to master chengyu is to associate them with memorable things, such as the iconic animals of the Chinese zodiac.

English

How to Use Ordinal Numbers like a Native English Speaker

Native English speakers use ordinal numbers. Think "first, second and third"...look familiar? Those are ordinals! Learn how and why you should you use them.

Japanese

The Best Way to Learn Japanese Onyomi and Kunyomi

If you want to learn Japanese, you're going to be spending a lot of time with kanji. Kanji have multiple ways of being read depending on the context, falling into two different categories—onyomi and kunyomi. Kanji are an integral part of learning Japanese, and their sheer number (thousands!) can

Korean

5 Mistakes to Avoid When Speaking Korean

When learning just about any new language, it's completely common and natural to make mistakes. If you're like me, you might even make mistakes in your first language from time to time (texting typos, anyone?). So, if you have taken the leap and decided to learn to speak Korean, you're

Italian

How to Learn Italian Online for Free

Learning Italian online can be more difficult than learning in a traditional classroom setting, but it is not impossible, as we would like to show you in this article.

German

101 Must-know German Medical Words for German Learners before Seeing a Doctor

Going to a new country is incredibly exciting. You plan for so many different aspects of your journey and stay. However, you can't control everything that happens. Although you hope to be healthy while you are abroad, you should plan to know how to talk to a doctor if one

Mandarin

Chinese Learner's Guide to the Dragon Boat Festival

What is the Dragon Boat Festival? As the heat of summer approaches, so too does this historic Chinese holiday, also known as 端午节 (duānwǔjié - Dragon Boat Festival). In this article, you can learn key Chinese phrases about this holiday. If you're lucky, you can practice them at a real

Russian

101 Basic Russian Phrases for Travel in Russia

The Russian language is wonderful if you're travelling through a country like Ukraine, Belarus, Kazakhstan, and of course Russia itself! Overall, there are about 250 million Russophones spread over East Europe and Central Asia. No doubt, you'll find plenty of places there that are more than worth visiting. If you're