Traditional Christmas Food in France
What are some traditional Christmas foods in France? Is it just a repeat of all the French clichés? The 25th of December is coming up fast and it’s time to think about the delicious meals that accompany this […]
Read More2024 EURO Conversation Guide for FREE
Euro 2024 starts today! At sporting events like this, fans from various European countries meet in bars to watch their teams play and celebrate victories together. If you’re a sports fan passionate about foreign languages, then it’s a […]
Read MoreTop 10 Spanish Movies on Netflix in July 2024
Why are Spanish movies on Netflix so useful for learning the language? And how does learning Spanish through watching movies even work? Well in a moment, I’ll try and answer these questions in general terms. But first, add […]
Read More25 British Slang Expressions from 9 Different Regions
We have a fun topic today! You probably know that there are many different English accents across the United Kingdom. But did you know that the slang vocabulary you hear can also change depending on where you are […]
Read MoreDecoding the Difference: Dialect vs. Language
Have you ever wondered what the difference is between a dialect vs. a language? There are thousands of languages spoken in the world today, and thousands MORE dialects. Miami English, Cajun English, and California English are just a […]
Read MoreBaguettes and Berets… Which French Stereotypes Are True and Which Ones Are Totally Cliché?
If you’ve been learning French or are simply a fan of French culture, I’m sure you’ve come across some clichés about France and its people. But just like all nationalities, clichés are often stereotypes that don’t really reflect […]
Read MoreSpanish-Speaking Countries—Can You Name Them All?
Spanish is everywhere: from the meteoric rise of reggaeton artists like Bad Bunny to the growing popularity of remote-working in various Spanish-speaking countries, there’s never been a better time to brush up on your ¿Hola, como está? Spanish […]
Read MoreNewsflash: Words Evolve Over Time! It’s Called Semantic Change
Contrary to popular belief, language isn’t static. It’s actually changing all the time! In particular, the vocabulary of a language changes continually over time in a process called semantic change. It happens thanks to a variety of factors, […]
Read MoreMeet Sarah 🙋🏻♀️ From the Eiffel Tower to Christ the Redeemer, an Expat Living in Brazil
Are you intrigued by the idea of dropping everything and moving abroad? Everyone who leaves their home country to begin a life somewhere else in the world has a very unique and personal reason for doing so, whether […]
Read MoreHow Many of these Languages in India Have You Heard Of?
You just watched your first Bollywood film, and now you’re trying to sing along to the catchy songs and wondering about the languages in India. India is one of the most inhabited countries in the entire world. It’s […]
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