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 […]
MOREBenefits of Learning a Second Language: 17 Mind-Blowing Reasons to Learn a Language, Backed by Science
There are so many benefits to learning a second language… and I’ve come up with 17! I know these benefits of learning a second language from my own experience learning languages. Plus I’ve seen them in action watching others learn languages in communities like the Fluent in 3 Months Challenge. I’m a native English speaker. […]
MOREMexican Slang: 30+ Mexican Words and Phrases to Master Casual Conversations in Spanish
Hola, compa. ¿Qué onda? Have you learned these Mexican slang words yet? Or are you used to Hola, amigo. ¿Qué tal? Learning Spanish slang terms helps you sound like a more natural Spanish speaker. But one of the difficult aspects of any language is learning the regional differences, especially when it comes to slang. This […]
MOREHow to Order Chinese Food in an Authentic Chinese Restaurant: 40+ Chinese Words and Phrases (Plus Eating Etiquette)
If you’ve ever been to a Chinese restaurant, you might think it’s super easy to order. Everything on the menu is in English, there are usually even pictures in the menu list. You just arrive, order, eat, drink and go. If this is the case, then you probably haven’t been to a real Chinese restaurant. […]
MORE12+ Ways to Say “Please” and “Thank You” in German
If you want to know how to say “thank you” in German, look no further! Master the phrases below and you shouldn’t have any problem dealing with German niceties and etiquette. There are several different ways to say “thanks” in German and if you want to be polite, it’s worth knowing them all. I’ll also […]
MORESound Cool in Spanish with these 40+ Spanish Slang Words
“Cool” in Spanish is guay. And here are lots more cool Spanish words so you can sound cool when you’re speaking the language. What do I mean by “sound cool”? Well, I mean smooth-talking, slangy phrases and local lingo that only a real insider would know. Words and phrases that make you sound natural in […]
MORELanguage Mentors #9: Scott H. Young (Ultralearner & Bestselling Author; Speaks 7 Languages)
“Everything that seems impossible now will seem trivial with enough patience and practice. Don’t give up.” – Scott H. Young As a slow-cook learner, I’m fascinated by people who take the bullet train to language learning. That’s why I was intrigued to peer inside the mind of Scott H. Young. Scott rose to autodidact stardom […]
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