Spanish

Spanish Personal Pronouns: Tú, Usted, Vos, Vosotros and More

Understanding personal pronouns to define the subject of our conversations is an essential part of effective communication in Spanish. When learning, it’s important to think about the pronouns you’ll use to describe yourself and how you may possibly address others. There are variations in pronoun usage across different

French

A Guide to Valentine's Day and Romantic Vocabulary in French

As we approach Valentine's Day, you're probably coming up with date night ideas, planning Pal-entine's Day, or compiling a list of your favorite romances, whether they're films or books. In any case, the thing that is first and foremost on your mind is most likely love. As a French language

German

A Guide to Valentine's Day Phrases and Culture in German

When you think about celebrating Valentine’s Day, German-speaking nations probably aren’t among the first places that you consider as being romantic. Countries like France and Italy are known for being romantic, so you would expect those nations to be more engaged in a holiday that is synonymous with

Spanish

10 Most Difficult Words To Pronounce and Spell In Spanish

Are you finding some Spanish words difficult to pronounce? Here's our list of the 10 most difficult words and how to pronounce them.

French

5 Tips for Staying Motivated While Learning French

So, the New Year has officially begun and, like many avid language learners, you've challenged yourself to learn a new language. Hurray! Whether you're a first time language learner or you've picked up several different languages over the years, welcome to the community. When it comes to New Year's resolutions,

Spanish

How and When to Use the Conditional Tense in Spanish

Learning a new language is an exciting journey filled with twists and turns, especially when it comes to grammar. If you’ve made it to the conditional tense, you have likely had your share of battles with Spanish grammar and know this all too well. When it comes to mastering

French

Vous vs. Tu: When to Use Which French ‘You’?

If your native language doesn't distinguish between a formal and informal 'you' form (and even if it does), mastering the French 'you' can feel like Mission Impossible. In English, there's no distinction between the 'you' used when speaking to a friend and the 'you' used when speaking to a stranger,

Japanese

The Top Kansai Dialect Phrases to Use in Kyoto Japan

If you have the opportunity to visit Kyoto Japan, you want to make the most of it! With its unique history and beautifully blossoming narrow streets, Kyoto Japan is one of the most sought-after travel destinations out there. As a Japanese language learner, being able to spark little conversations with

German

How to Celebrate New Year's in German-Speaking Countries

After the high activity holiday that is Christmas, New Year’s Eve can be a great way to really let your hair down. Part of learning German is being familiar with the traditions and celebratory phrases. With the holiday just around the corner, let's take a look at some of

German

The Ultimate Resource for Learning German Dialects

Languages are always fascinating to study. Even within a single country, you have different dialects that help to identify where someone was brought up. For example, if you hear someone from London, UK, talking to someone from Cork, Ireland, someone from Atlanta, Georgia, and someone from Queensland, Australia, it might

Spanish

How To Memorize Spanish Vocabulary Faster

Ever wondered what to do when you can't seem to remember the new Spanish words that you've learnt a few hours ago? Well, here are some memory tips that could help you out!

French

Quebec vs France: 5 French Language Differences to Know

When it comes to learning French, there's nothing more frustrating than discovering that there are differences in the language depending on where you go. Many first time language learners (and even some experienced language learners) don't realize this will likely be the case, and they'll get nervous or annoyed when

Spanish

How to Use Prepositions in Spanish and Avoid Common Pitfalls

As your Spanish becomes more advanced, it becomes time to focus on smaller, nuanced aspects of Spanish grammar. Prepositions are vital to connecting pieces of sentences. If you’re ready to take your Spanish to the next level and explore advanced grammar concepts, continue reading about how to use prepositions.

French

How To Count To 100 In French

Here is a full breakdown on how to count up to 100 in French. If you feel frustrated about not knowing the numbers in French, this simple guide will help you out!

Italian

How to Talk Art in Italian: Italian at the Uffizi, Borghese, and Italian Museums

Do you need to know how to talk art in Italian to visit Italian museums and art galleries? Usually, no, because large museums and art galleries like the Uffizi and the Borghese label all their exhibits in English. But what if you wanted to go somewhere off the beaten track

French

French Past Tenses: Which Should You Use and When?

Every language learner understands the importance of verbs and verb conjugation. Most of the time, French learners start off with the present tense. While this is important, you can't stop there. If you want to talk about something in the past, you'll need to know how to conjugate French verbs

Spanish

How to Correctly Use Direct and Indirect Object Pronouns in Spanish

In both English and Spanish, we use direct and indirect objects. These are two types of objects that receive the action of a verb. With practice and dedication, you’ll be able to tell the difference between the two and use them either separately or together in sentences in Spanish.

French

Regional French: Expanding Your Vocabulary With Regional Words

Like English, Spanish, and most other languages, French is not a perfectly uniform language. While the basics may be similar and the bulk of French vocab will be the same, every French-speaking region has its own unique flare that sets it apart from the others. Why Learn Regional French Words?

Spanish

How to Learn Spanish by Embracing Hispanic Culture

The Spanish language originally comes from Spain. In 1492, the Europeans brought Spanish to the Americas, combining their culture with the existent indigenous cultures that were already there. The slave trade brought African influences to Latin America, as well. As a result, Hispanic culture is rich with a mixture of

German

6 Ways to Retain Your German Language Knowledge

Once you no longer worry about the best way to learn German, you’ll start to worry about how to retain the German you’ve learned. The more comfortable you are with a language, the stronger your desire to retain what you’ve learned. While it is pretty easy to

Spanish

7 Fun and Engaging Ways to Practice Spanish in Everyday Life

It can be difficult to learn Spanish. Staying engaged in the material is not easy, especially if you’re learning in a conventional way. Traditionally, languages are learned through translation. A teacher might ask you to translate a sentence from English to Spanish or match a list of vocabulary words.

French

Getting Around: French Vocab to Help You on Public Transit

As a French language learner, the odds are high that at some point in your life, you're going to want to try your hand at living in a French-speaking area. No matter where you end up, knowing how to get around in French is a vital part of sounding fluent

German

Books to Read to Improve Your Understanding of the German Language

Books have offered people a way of escaping from their daily lives for centuries. As someone who is learning or working to retain German, you have a lot of options. Even if you are still in the early days of learning the language, there are books for you that are

Japanese

The Top 5 Trickiest Topics in Japanese Language Classes

I’ve always thought one of the most annoying things about English is how groups of animals are counted. A smack of jellyfish? A murder of crows? A pod of dolphins? What’s going on here? If these idiosyncrasies annoy you as an English speaker, just wait until you start

Mandarin

9 Essential Chinese Words without Direct English Translations

One of my favorite things about learning new languages is discovering words that do not translate directly into English, my native language. Each of these words feels like a revelation: a new way of expressing myself and thinking about the world. I enjoy the mental challenge of explaining these words