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

Spanish

The Ultimate Guide to Crazy Spanish Slang Words for Language Learners

Want to know a great way to instantly sound like a local? Use some Spanish slang words! Of course, there is always the fear that you will say something that is now a bit out of use, or even worse, too vulgar. Don't worry! We've specifically described how these words

Mandarin

The Most Important Business Phrases You Need to Learn in Mandarin Chinese

Assuming that you aren't a beginner at learning Chinese and you want to take your career further by doing business in China, here are some important business phrases and words you need to learn in Mandarin Chinese. Why is it Necessary to Learn Chinese When Doing Business in China? Chinese-speaking

Italian

7 Best Books All Italian Language Learners Must Read

Check out these seven Italian books in order to practice your language comprehension skills and acquaint yourself with Italy's rich culture and history.

Russian

The Ultimate Guide to Teaching Yourself Russian (7 Exact Steps)

So you want to learn Russian? Maybe you've dreamt of crossing through Siberia and Central Asia, reading classic Russian literature in St. Petersburg, or simply learning the most spoken Slavic language so you can get by in a large portion of Eastern Europe. I taught myself how to speak Russian

English

9 Great Tips to Learn English Through Songs and Music

Can you learn a new language through music? Of course you can! Listening to English songs is a really useful method for improving your Eglish. On the plus side, every single one of us does it, so it's only right to make the best of it. But, how much are

French

6 Ways to Find an Online French Language Exchange

Learning how to have a French conversation can be daunting, but with the right penpals or conversation exchange partners, it can be loads of fun, too! Once you've committed yourself to learning a language, you'll want to find the best way to learn French. Instead of paying for expensive tutoring

German

How to Learn the German Alphabet: Pronunciation for Beginners

Learning German pronunciation and understanding the German alphabet can be overwhelming. With our handy pronunciation guide, it doesn't have to be! Introduction to German Pronunciation If you are a native English speaker who is just learning how to speak German, you might be feeling a little intimidated. German is full

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