Mandarin

How to Say the Chinese New Year Animals in Mandarin

The twelve Chinese New Year animals represent the Zodiac. Learn what each of them mean and how you can say Zodiac animal you are in Chinese.

Spanish

How to Practice Spanish Conversation for Absolutely Free

Language teachers hear it all the time, "I understand much more than I speak", or, "I really need to focus on speaking!" Well, as students we better get to speaking because it is probably the most useful language skill there is. For most people the idea

Japanese

Top 5 YouTubers You Should Subscribe to for Learning Japanese

When I want to learn how to do something, I almost always turn to watching YouTube. Did you know that YouTube is the second largest search engine in the world, right after Google?　It's free, it doesn't require much effort (watching is easier than reading), and whatever contents you are

French

The Ultimate Guide to Teaching Yourself French

To all the French beginners who have been wanting to know the best way to learn French, we have good news. You no longer have to take traditional French classes in order to (finally) learn how to speak. By following these steps, you can tackle your French language learning dreams.

Spanish

Ultimate Guide to Spanish Wine Vocabulary: Useful Words and Phrases

Some people say that they speak a language better after they have had a drink. This, I don't really believe, but I do think that a glass of wine can start a conversation and that knowing some Spanish wine vocabulary can definitely help. Study Spanish wines and you will have

German

The 7 Best Apps for Learning German

Learning another language can be challenging, especially since it requires daily practice to make any real progress. Total immersion by going to a country that speaks the target language is not an option for most people. However, there are ways to have a partial immersive experience, including the use of

English

How to Learn English Through the News: 4 Tips for Any Learner

Looking for an English learning resource that will literally never be out of date? Try the news! If you're tired of hitting the books and just want to find new, casual ways to improve your English, then you shouldn't look further than your phone (or your local newsstand, in case

French

How to Find a Free French Tutor, Class, or Conversation Partner

Practicing your French conversation skills has never been easier. Thanks to this guide, it also has never been more cost-effective. Instead of spending a ton on overpriced and ineffective tutoring services or on time-consuming language schools, you can learn French and do it for free! Check out our tips and

Spanish

7 Top YouTube Channels to Learn Spanish for Free

Let's face it, we all make a lot of resolutions for ourselves that never become fully realized. Many people promise themselves things like, "I'm going to learn Spanish and go to see the Mayan ruins in Mexico!" However, in the end they run out of steam. The reasons

Italian

What Italian Language Learners Can Learn From Pasta

Take a tour of Italian language and culture by way of your stomach by learning the meanings behind these popular Italian pasta shapes, sauces, and dishes.

Japanese

The 4 Best Ways to Learn Kanji for Japanese Learners

'The truth is that there is no one-size-fits-all method for studying kanji. The best way to learn depends on your Japanese-learning goals.'

Italian

Top 10 Italian Movies for Italian Language Learners

Watch Italian movies to practice listening comprehension and learn about the country's art and culture.

German

A Quick Guide to German Articles

English has made dealing with articles incredibly easy – just choose the, a, or an, and you are done. Using the right article gender proves to be one of the most challenging aspects of learning a Germanic (or even Romance) language. Instead of choosing the, a, or an, you have to

Spanish

20 Impressive Restaurant Words You Must Know in Spanish

Let's face it, a lot of your Spanish speaking practice outside of the classroom will happen at the dinner table, in cafes, or in restaurants. People connect over a good meal, especially in Spanish-speaking countries. In Spain, lunches last a couple hours and it is quite common to order multiple

Italian

The Ultimate Italian Pronunciation Guide for Language Learners

Italian is known the world over for its charming, melodious sound, and the key to achieving that as a language learner is by understanding the rules of Italian pronunciation.

Language Learning

3 Steps to Master Pronunciation in Any Language

Pronunciation can take its toll on our self-confidence. The awkward silences and the way our tongues just seem to be against us when it's time to actually talk! And all because of a couple of sounds...how frustrating is that? Well, great news! Pronunciation does not have to be your

Mandarin

5 Crucial Methods for Memorizing Chinese Characters

Ever felt completely stranded when failed by a translation app? Experienced a jolt of terror when given a Chinese food menu with no pictures? Being able to recognise Chinese characters (hànzì - 汉字) is one of the essential steps you'll take in getting ahead in Mandarin. Pinyin (pīnyīn - 拼音)

Spanish

The Ultimate Guide to Salsa Songs for Learning Spanish

Are you planning a trip to Latin or South America? Are you tired of going to the gym and looking for a different physical activity? Well, combine Spanish with dancing and you'll find a world of fun! The soaring popularity of Latin dance is not without reason, and Salsa is

English

4 Must-Know Grammar Rules for Any English Speaker

"Grammar is important but big biceps are importanter." Ugh! Did someone just hear the sound of extreme tire screeching while reading this? If you did, then that's good - for two reasons. One: you can obviously recognize bad grammar when you hear it, and two: you care about

Russian

8 Best Russian Songs to Learn Russian

It's no secret that Russian music has a long history of greatness. The country's famous folk music employs unique instruments such as the Balalaika and is often quite humorous. Their world-renowned classical composers include unparalleled virtuosos. Also, the influential Russian post-punk music and alternative music scene spawned some incredibly charismatic

French

8 Best French Games to Learn to Speak French

Whoever says you cannot learn to speak French by playing is wrong. Games can be a powerful tool since they have many advantages! If you're looking for one of the best ways to learn French, I wrote this article on French learning games for you!

Spanish

The No-Fuss Guide to Teaching Yourself Spanish

Teaching yourself Spanish has never been easier. But isn't it ironic? Getting distracted, feeling overwhelmed, losing track and choosing inefficient methods for learning Spanish has become easier as well, especially if you do not start with the right strategy for becoming fluent! Teaching yourself anything requires focus, discipline and a

English

3 Ways to Learn English While You Sleep

Day 1: I've made the decision to learn English. Day 2: I've already made progress! Day 7: Wow, I just had my first conversation with a native English speaker who was genuinely impressed with my skills! Ah, wouldn't that be perfect? If only we could learn languages in our sleep,

Mandarin

The Ultimate Guide to Chinese Food and Dishes for Mandarin Learners

Eating to learn, learning to eat as a Mandarin Chinese learner Chinese food is often the keystone in many people's lives. A solid foundation of food vocabulary will boost your Chinese speaking capabilities and is sure to lubricate many a conversation. Food is paramount in China, and many diverse cultures

Spanish

How to Write a Valentine's Day Card in Spanish

Romance, love, and friendship are all important and fun topics for language learners to embark upon. Maybe you have a Valentine who speaks Spanish or maybe you just want to spice up your Valentine's card with another language. Regardless, writing a Valentine's Day card in Spanish is easy and rewarding.