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Three Classic Chinese Games to Help You Learn Mandarin

Curious about classic Chinese games? Check the article for details, history and instructions!

10 Best French TV Series to Learn French

The French have long viewed movies as the 7th art. So what about French TV shows? Thanks to the richness of the French language, you can watch everything from French series to France 24 Live and continue to improve your French language learning skills! Whether you live in the US,

German

How to Speak German with Self Confidence

Learning to speak a foreign language and confidence do not seem like concepts that belong together. If you are learning German and someone asks you to speak in German, the only time you are likely to feel confident in your abilities is if that person does not speak German. From

Spanish

How to Learn Spanish by Watching TV an Hour a Day

What could be better than sitting down to relax and watch TV? Well, if you choose the right programs, it could be learning Spanish while you are watching TV. Watching television is a time to unwind and enjoy the chaos of someone else's life for an hour or two. You

Italian

101 Basic Italian Phrases for Travel in Italy

We often assume that everyone in Europe can (or wants to) speak English. This is not true, even in the popular tourist destination of Italy, so it is useful to learn some basic phrases and words to help you communicate with Italians. As a recent traveller in Italy, I have

English

The Ultimate Guide to the Differences Between British English and American English

You may be under the impression that British English and American English encompass the exact same words and spelling, but unfortunately, that’s not true. Confused? Don’t worry! I will tell you all about the differences between American English and British English. By the conclusion, you should have a

German

The 10 Key Differences Between English and German

One of the best ways to learn about a language is to compare it to your own. When it comes to German and English, there are far more similarities than there are differences because German was the root language for English. While there are certainly a lot of similarities between

Spanish

How to Improve Your Spanish Pronunciation With Tongue Twisters

Can Spanish tongue twisters really help you improve your Spanish Pronunciation?

Italian

10 Best Italian Songs for Practicing Your Italian Speaking

Listening to Italian songs is a great way to work on comprehension as well as practice pronunciation and speaking.

Mandarin

An Introduction To Measure Words In Mandarin Chinese

One of the unexpected challenges of learning Mandarin Chinese is mastering measure words. As a beginner it is one of the most challenging things to learn because there is no correlate in English. Here's a guide to the most common measure words and how you can best learn them.

Language Learning

Top 5 Language Learning Mistakes and Myths Debunked

Like any other activity that requires time, effort and skill, language learning is saturated with strong theories and opinions about what can or cannot be done. "Move abroad, otherwise you won't learn the language." "Forget your native language, otherwise you won't be successful." "I am

English

10 Most Commonly Misspelled Words in English

Many English learners have undoubtedly cried out this statement before: Learning English is so confusing—there are so many spelling rules, and some words are so hard to spell. It’s impossible to study! Have you thought this before? Don’t worry! You aren’t alone. In this article, you

Japanese

Top 4 Tips for Speaking Japanese Like a Native

The hardest step for many Japanese learners is graduating from so-called 'textbook Japanese' to reading authentic texts and speaking with natives. While textbooks are an excellent resource for learning grammar, the Japanese they teach tends to sound artificial and isn't entirely reflective of how native Japanese speakers talk in their

French

4 Best Resources for Learning Medical French

Knowing French for a medical professional can be a huge boost for anyone's career. While any language will be helpful in today's diverse world, knowing French medical terminology and medical term lists can unlock doors to so many fields. Perhaps you're wondering if you're a great candidate to learn medical

German

A Quick Guide to German Holidays and Phrases

Learning the practical aspects of a language is important, but it can feel like you don't have any practical use in those early days. That's one reason why some language teachers introduce students to holidays. There are so many reasons to celebrate all year, and that gives you something you

Spanish

18 Funniest Spanish Idioms and Expressions to Speak Fluently

You are in bad milk? She got onto the chicken? Sometimes when listening to Spanish people speak you may be confused by idioms and expressions that sound funny when literally translated. It's actually an important (and entertaining) part of language learning that will help you speak fluently. So let's have

Russian

The Ultimate Guide to Russian Verbs: Both Irregular and Regular

Are you struggling with Russian verbs? Here's an in-depth guide to both regular and irregular Russian verbs. After mastering the Russian Alphabet and studying the basics of the pronunciation of the Russian language, the next thing that awaits you is Russian grammar. For the most students, it is enough just

English

How to Write a Formal Letter in English

You need to compose formal letters in English for business, general school, and university applications, which goes to show that the art of composing a formal letter still thrives! Therefore, it’s vital to understand how to write a formal letter in English. Don’t know how to write it

Mandarin

A Complete Guide to Learning Chinese Online for Free

You want to learn Chinese, but you don't have the time or money. Learning Chinese has become popular lately for a variety of reasons. Trying to find quality Chinese courses online has become more and more difficult. The internet is flooded with websites that sell expensive classes without giving you

French

5 Steps to Speaking French Like a Native

This article is for those who want to achieve more in language learning.

German

Top German Music, Podcasts, and Audiobooks for Language Learners

Commuting can be an incredibly draining activity that consumes a lot of your day. Instead of treating it like a time drain that gets you from point A to point B, start using that time to really work on learning German. You don't even have to do the same thing

English

5 Best English Educational Videos for Kids on Youtube

Does the thought of teaching phonetics to beginners feel like an impossible, daunting task? You’ll be happy to know that the English language only has 44 sounds to learn! Now, where to begin? You can find a vast collection of educational videos for kids on Youtube, which promote learning

Spanish

A Timeline of the Spanish Language

Learning a language isn’t just about memorizing words and rules. To gain the deep understanding of a language you need to communicate effectively and genuinely, it’s highly useful to dive into the culture, literature, and history that surrounds it. You can also visit Spanish speaking countries to immerse

French

4 Ways to Learn French While You Sleep

It's well known that French language learning revolves around trying to communicate in the target language. French lessons involving speaking, writing, reading and listening all go hand-in-hand and provide the best way to learn French. All that learning can be exhausting, but here's good news! Even while sleeping, you can