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 […]
MOREThings in Spanish: 137 Spanish Words You Need to Know for Everyday Stuff
“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 […]
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