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 […]
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 […]
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