Having your first conversation in Korean starts with a simple “hi”. And that’s why you need to learn “hello” in Korean, as well as some basic Korean greetings! Learning how to say hello in Korean is pretty simple, and you may even have heard it before… Long before I had an interest in learning the […]
MORE150+ Conversation Starters So You Can Confidently Talk to Anyone, in Any Language
Are you shy and want to confidently start conversations? Or perhaps you’re trying to overcome being an introvert and would like ideas for how to get speaking practice. These conversation starters will help. I know it can be scary to start a conversation with someone or to join a group conversation – especially when you’re […]
MOREHow to Say “My Love” in French (Plus 28 More Romantic French Words and Phrases)
Are you wondering how to express your love in French? It’s no secret that French is widely considered to be one of the most romantic languages with many romantic expressions. For example, “my love” in French is mon amour. Even if you don’t know what French-speakers are saying, the sound of the language is just […]
MORE60+ Essential French Phrases for Beginners to Start Speaking Now
What are some French sayings? What are the most common phrases in French? And can learning a few powerful French phrases really help you start speaking right away? Absolutely! Even if you’ll only be spending a short time in the country, learning a few basic French phrases can be very rewarding and make a big […]
MORE20 Weird Words From Around the World
I’ve always loved weird words. They’re a fun thing to look forward to when learning a new language. I decided to share some of the most badass words from around the world with you today. You’re in the right place if you want to learn some international: cool-sounding words – like chutzpah in Yiddish strange […]
MOREJapanese Numbers: Counting in Japanese from 1-100+
Ready to learn how to count from 1-100+ with Japanese numbers? Let’s take a look at the Japanese numbers 1 – 10 in the Sino-Japanese Number system, which is most common: 1: 一 (いち , ichi) 2: 二 (に , ni) 3: 三 (さん , san) 4: 四 (よん / し , yon or shi) […]
MORE37 Italian Sayings that Italians Really Use
Every language has its own turns of phrase and quirky sayings, and we Italians are fond of our many aforismi e proverbi (“aphorisms and proverbs”). Italian sayings communicate a message with wisdom and humor, two appreciated traits in the Italian culture. That’s why one thing you should focus on when learning Italian is Italian sayings. […]
MOREHow I Learned Fluent German in 10 Months and Lived in Germany for Free, and How You Can Too!
I learned fluent German in just 10 months, and I want to share how I did it. At the age of 16, I moved to Germany alone, attended a German high school, and lived with a host family for 10 months. Returning home to the U.S., I had reached a C1 (advanced) level of fluency, […]
MORE42 Beautiful Japanese Words Every Japanese Learner Should Know
Since I was little, I’ve loved the cadence of the beautiful Japanese language. I loved the way it sounds. The way it rolled off people’s tongues and the way the words carry more weight to them because of subtext. And most of all, I love how Japanese describes beautiful things and beautiful feelings. Japanese has […]
MOREHow to Say “Student” in Japanese – And 70+ More Japanese Words to Help You Follow the Path of the Sensei
Are you a new student in Japanese class? Or looking to find a Mr. Miyagi to your Karate Kid? Maybe you want to study abroad in Japan or apply for the JET program soon and you’re looking for a way to start learning the Japanese language. Well then, tie on your hachimaki, and let’s get […]
MORE90+ Italian Terms of Endearment (for the “Speciali” People in Your Life)
If you want to learn Italian, then you must know it’s a language full of passion and love. That’s why you need to learn Italian terms of endearment. Think about it: how strange would it be if you and your loved ones only called each other by your names and never used nicknames or pet […]
MORE112 Basic Italian Phrases to Learn and Speak NOW!
You know what they say… When in Rome, do as the Romans do. And if you’re going to Italy, you should learn some basic Italian phrases so you can speak like an Italian! It isn’t too hard to quickly learn basic Italian. In fact, you could learn Italian phrases for your trip with just a […]
MOREHero in Spanish: All the Superhero Phrases in Spanish You Need to Know
So you might be wondering “why are you writing an article about the word ‘hero’ in Spanish?” (In case you were wondering, the word “hero” in Spanish is héroe. But that’s not the full story, more on that in a moment). Here’s the thing. I’m known to be a bit nerdy. You may have seen […]
MOREHello in Chinese – 25+ Chinese Greetings to Sound Like a Native
So you want to know: “How do you say hello in Chinese?” I’d like to show you how to master Chinese greetings so you’ll know how to say “hello” in Chinese. Saying “hello” is usually the first thing you learn when studying a new language. It’s one of the most basic things to learn and […]
MORE“I Love You” In Italian and 80+ Other Romantic Italian Phrases
How do you say “I love you” in Italian? It’s said that love is a universal language that makes speech unnecessary for two strangers to understand each other. Yet, sometimes, putting the correct words to your feelings can be very helpful, most of all when those feelings are romantic. Chances are that if you’re interested […]
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