How do you say “sorry” in Spanish? Saying sorry is difficult… even in your mother tongue. Haven’t we all been at least a little embarrassed to say we’re wrong at one time or another? Aside from that, Spanish makes apologising a little harder. There isn’t a single Spanish translation for “sorry”. That’s where I come […]
MOREGerman Pronouns – Here’s Everything You Need to Know
German pronouns come in many flavours: personal, reflexive, possessive, demonstrative and more. But don’t be put off by those boring grammar terms. German pronouns really aren’t any more complicated than the pronouns we use in English. And in some ways, they’re simpler. Pronouns are words that stand in for nouns to reduce repetition. Without pronouns, […]
MOREDays of the Week in German & Easy Ways to Remember Them
Guten Tag! “Tag” in German means “day” – but what day is it? How do you talk about the days of the week in German? German Days of the Week Monday Montag Tuesday Dienstag Wednesday Mittwoch Thursday Donnerstag Friday Freitag Saturday Samstag Sunday Sonntag Learning German is easy if you approach it the right way, […]
MORE41+ Brilliant Words in Other Languages We Desperately Need in English
When you start studying a new language, one of the first things you discover is that certain phrases and words in other languages are untranslatable in English. This can be really frustrating. How are you supposed to learn a language when you can’t think of a simple English translation? That said, this is one of […]
MOREFlirting in Spanish: 15+ Easy Phrases and Basic Vocabulary to Flirt in Spanish
Have you ever tried flirting in Spanish? Flirting can be as fun as it can be romantic, and you can spice it up by switching your flirting language to Spanish. There are lots of fun pick-up lines to work with! If you want to try your hand at it, here’s a few points to get […]
MORE15 Popular French Songs to Help You Learn French Faster
Let’s talk about the power of French songs. French is a beautiful language, no doubt about it. But wrapping your head around the liaisons or getting stuck in grammar can make learning French seem like an impossible challenge. Truth is, French is actually not that hard to learn, with the right approach. There are a […]
MOREThe 10 Best Ways to Learn Spanish (Be Fluent Faster!)
“What’s the best way to learn Spanish?” Spanish was the first language I learned to a conversational level, so I get this question a lot. People often want a magic bullet: what’s the one best method or technique to get the Spanish language into their heads? Here’s a secret: there is no one best way […]
MORESpaced Repetition System: Learn Vocabulary and Never Forget It!
The Space Repetition System (SRS) is a great method to make sure you remember vocabulary so it sticks in your mind! But what is it? I’m sure you know the feeling when you have learned a word, and you’re sure of it, but you just can’t say it. This may simply be because it’s been […]
MORE10 Best Chinese Online Dictionaries
If you’ve read some of my articles, you already know I’m no fan of big, heavy, expensive printed dictionaries. I’m all for online and downloadable dictionaries that I can take with me on my trips because they’re handy anytime and anywhere. I even wrote a blog post on the best online dictionaries where you can […]
MOREFrench for Kids: 10 Helpful Online Resources
Looking for some French resources for kids? You’re in the right place! You can learn a new language at any age. You don’t need to be a toddler, or a kindergartener, or some other “magic age”, to become fluent in more than one language. But there are still plenty of reasons to start your children […]
MORE“My Love” in Different Languages – 77 Weird and Wonderful Romantic Names
Have you ever tried calling your significant other “my love” in other languages? There is no better way to impress them than by giving them a special name from another part of the world. Around the world and across languages, people express their love in different ways. The ways to say “my love” in other […]
MOREPor vs. Para in Spanish: The Ultimate Guide
What’s the deal with por vs. para? That’s a common question from Spanish learners. That makes sense, because the difference between the words por and para is one of Spanish’s more difficult aspects. But I’m here to help you understand it all. Here’s a quick overview: Most of the time, both por and para translate […]
MOREThe German Alphabet – a Complete Guide
The German alphabet uses the same 26 letters as English, plus the extra character “ß”, and three vowels with umlauts, “ä”, “ü”, and “ö”. This article is the most comprehensive guide you’ll find to the German alphabet anywhere on the Internet. I’ll explain everything you need to know to read, write and pronounce the German […]
MORE20+ Resources for Spanish Reading Practice (Beginner to Intermediate)
Are you thinking of getting some Spanish reading practice? One of the best ways to learn Spanish words and grammar is to read in Spanish. The problem? Textbooks are too basic (or too boring!), while novels are difficult for beginners. With that in mind, I’ve put together a collection of Spanish reading resources that are […]
MOREHow To Learn Mandarin Chinese Faster – It’s Easier Than You Think
Napoleon Hill wrote in his bestselling book Think and Grow Rich, “There are no limitations to the mind except those we acknowledge.” Do you say to yourself, “I am too old/young/fat/skinny/rich/poor/educated/uneducated/white/black/gay/straight/hairy/hairless/sheep/goat to be learning a new language [or insert any formidable-sounding thing].” Realize this kind of negative talk is self-defeating and that you are your own worst enemy.
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