“Things” in Spanish is cosas. And when you’re just starting to learn Spanish… Well, there are a lot of things you want to talk about! Like how about telling your new Spanish friends you must have your coffee first thing in the morning. Or how about trying to immerse yourself at home and talk about […]
MOREHow to Learn a Language with Virtual Reality
That’s what makes VR such a powerful learning tool — you don’t just get told what to learn. You get an experience. And that makes it all the more memorable. And that’s why I’m so excited about VR as a tool for learning languages. In this article, I will summarise the benefits and drawbacks of […]
MOREThe 10 Best Christmas Gifts for Language Lovers
With the holiday season comes a season of giving. And finding the perfect gift around all the season’s events and festivities is no easy feat. That’s why we’ve put together this post–to help ease the stress of finding just the right thing to give the language learner in your life. Want to get them something […]
MOREHow to Say “I Don’t Know” in Spanish — 33 Spanish Phrases for When You’re Unsure
Ever felt lost or unsure in a Spanish conversation? Everyone feels this way sometimes, but especially when learning a new language. There will be times when you don’t understand someone, you can’t keep up, or you just don’t know how to answer. It’s best to know how to express your lack of understanding by learning […]
MORE63 Must-Know Japanese Slang Words (to Sound like a Local)
Ready to enter the crazy world of Japanese slang? Before you do, here’s my disclaimer: some of these Japanese slang words are NSFW. They’re also not to be used lightly in every conversation, but to be used appropriately with close friends and peers. Japanese slang is often hard to learn. It’s almost never taught in […]
MOREHow I Learned French on the Toilet in 6 Months
This is a true story. The events depicted in this text took place in Sao Paulo, Brazil in 2013. That is a good start for this story because I know it might sound unbelievable for one or two folks out there, but I guarantee you that at the time, I was as shameless as the […]
MORE10 Incredible Japanese Movies You Need to Watch RIGHT Now
If you’re learning Japanese and are interested in Japanese culture, then you NEED to watch these incredible Japanese movies… like, right now. Japan has released some legendary, heartfelt, strange, fantastical, and horrifying films over the decades. Many of which were so critically acclaimed, they received their own Hollywood remakes (which were, let’s face it, not […]
MOREHappy in Spanish: How to Express Your Emotions in Spanish
Time to get emotional! Are you excited to learn how to express your feelings? How well can you express your emotions in Spanish? Can you say “happy” in Spanish? What about “sad”? Many beginner language learners get stuck using the same words over and over to describe how they feel. Resorting to only using basic […]
MORE15 Ways to Say “Thank You” in Portuguese
There are a few different ways to say “thank you” in Portuguese, and I’m going to show you them. In this article, I’ll cover everything you need to know on the topic of thanking people in Portuguese. We’ll start with the most important and common word you should know, explain its exact usage and teach […]
MOREThe 24 Best Japanese Dramas to Binge and Learn Japanese
Need a break from Japanese textbooks and vocabulary flashcards? Then it’s time to chill with some Japanese dramas! J-dramas are easy to get sucked into, especially because they’re so different in format from most Western shows. And they’re a fantastic way to gain some insight into Japanese culture, language, and locales in Japan. One nice […]
MORESpanish in 3 Months: My First Week (and Day 0 Video)
This is an update to Elizabeth’s Spanish in 3 months mission. If you haven’t read the other articles about this mission, here are the links: Planning Day 30 Day 60 Day 90 In my last article, I announced the start of my (gulp) three-month mission to learn Spanish. I talked about why I’m learning Spanish. […]
MOREHow Learning Spanish Helped Me Write My Book (in English)
I remember the moment the idea hit. We were about seven hours into a nine-hour-drive back from vacation. My wife and kids were in the backseat watching a movie on the iPad. I couldn’t hear anything, so I put in my earbuds and turned on Radio Ambulante (one of my favorite podcasts; it’s kind of […]
MORELanguage Mentors #7: Matt Kepnes (New York Times Best-Selling Author, 11 Years of Travel and Counting)
“Stay consistent. Consistency is key when it comes to learning a language.” – Matt Kepnes Calling all travel lovers! I recently interviewed Matt Kepnes for our new Language Mentors series. In this article, we’ll be discussing more pleasure than duty. You’ll find tips for how to keep your life (and language learning routine) in check […]
MORELanguage Mentors #6: Michelle Dale (6-Figure Digital Nomad, Speaks 4 Languages)
“Lose the perfectionism. The locals will be super-impressed that you’re actually trying.” – Michelle Dale Travel is one of my absolute favorite things to do. That’s why I couldn’t wait to interview, Michelle Dale for our new Language Mentors series. Michelle left the United Kingdom at the age of 23 to pursue a dream of […]
MOREHow to Say “I Love You” in Spanish (and 50+ Other Romantic Phrases)
The Spanish language and culture are rich in passionate language and ways to express affection. But what’s the best way to tell someone “I love you” in Spanish? After all, in English, we tend to overuse the word “love”. We love this show, and we love that book. We love our parents, our kids and […]
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