Hey language learner! Living abroad is a dream for many people, and if you’re doing it right at this moment, hearty congratulations! I’ve done it, and it’s not easy. Did you arrive in your host country with the goal of perfecting your target language? Kudos to you! But, if you’ve been in your host country […]
MORE110 Useful Chinese Phrases to Have Your First Conversation
Are you ready to learn Chinese? Then these are the Chinese phrases to get started with so you can start speaking today. You’ve probably heard how Chinese is one of the hardest languages for English speakers to learn. And how learning Chinese will take years to master. It makes learning the language seem intimidating! But […]
MOREHow to Learn a Rare Language like Hiligaynon (with Minimum Frustration)
What’s the best way to learn a rare language? The truth is, rare languages aren’t the easiest to learn. As soon as I started learning a rare language, Hiligaynon, I was confronted with questions I’d never even thought of before: How do you translate a word when your language isn’t supported by Google Translate? How […]
MORE16 Different Ways to Say “Thank You” in French
Learning to say “thank you” in French is one of the most important things you will ever do. Why? It’s simple. Figure out the culture of your target language and you will find the heart of its people. And France loves a person with good manners. Learn what’s considered polite in your target language. That’s […]
MORE11 Obscure Languages for Your Next Language Mission
You have probably considered learning a language at some point or another. You have likely considered learning a language like French, Spanish or German. But in my opinion these are often not the best languages to learn: obscure languages are. What are Obscure Languages? An obscure language is a language that isn’t well known to […]
MORE5 Steps to Learn Japanese Anywhere in the World
Many dream of learning Japanese, but their journey often ends before it even begins thanks to one or more of these five limiting beliefs: “Japanese is the hardest language in the world.” “I’m too old to learn a language.” “I don’t have time to learn a language.” “I can’t afford to take Japanese classes.” “I […]
MOREThe Best Online Dictionary for Language Learners: Google Image Search
If you’re learning a language and looking for the best online dictionary, I’ve got an answer that might surprise you: Google image search! Whether you’re looking for an online Spanish dictionary, French dictionary, German dictionary, Chinese dictionary, or an online dictionary for any language, Google image search would always be my first choice. Let me […]
MORE20 Basic Portuguese Phrases for Travellers and Tourists
Planning a trip to Portugal, Brazil, Cape Verde, Guinea-Bissau, Mozambique, Angola, or São Tomé and Príncipe? Whichever Portuguese-speaking nation you want to visit, you’ll have a much richer experience if you get some basic Portuguese phrases under your belt before you board the plane. As I never grow tired of saying on this blog, travelling […]
MORE20 Russian Slang Words To Help You Speak Like A Local
The Russian language has been called many things, including “difficult” and “mysterious”. Indeed, understanding the language Russians use in their daily life might be hard for someone who doesn’t know the multitude of slang words used in the language. Here are the twenty frequently used Russian slang words to get you started: 1. Бабки [babki] […]
MOREThe Best Way to Learn a Language Fast. It Works!
Lucy entered the room. Everyone there spoke an alien language. At least, she grasped it as alien. She heard only buzz and murmurs, nothing similar to a distinguishable word. She was not able to make any moves, scared as a chicken facing the chop. She felt lonely in the crowd. She was different, no one […]
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. […]
MORELanguage Mentors #5: Nikki Prša (Amercian Polyglot, Speaks 7 Languages)
“My goal is to inspire others to just begin. You never know where life can take you when you’re able to communicate with people in their mother tongue.” -Nikki Prša After hearing her speak at Women In Language, I knew that I had to interview Nikki Prša for our new Language Mentors series. Nikki is […]
MORE14 Ways Show Your Gratitude and Say “Thank You” in Dutch
Would you like to learn how to say “thank you” in Dutch? Even though the Dutch can be quite direct and quick-to-the-point in their conversations, saying thank you is just as appreciated by them. In this article, I’ll teach you 14 ways how to say “thank you” in the Netherlands. So the next time someone […]
MOREHow I SHOCKED My Boss in Budapest [I Learned Hungarian in 60 Days!]
The pressure was on. I had about two months. A short eight weeks before I’d be in Budapest, Hungary at a work meeting. My mission? To learn Hungarian. But here was the catch, I hadn’t studied Hungarian before at all. Not a word. I was starting from absolute zero. And while Fluent in 3 Month’s […]
MOREHow to Learn the Korean Alphabet and Write in Korean [Step-by-Step Guide]
Are you learning Korean but still find yourself struggling with the Korean writing system? Well, here’s some good news: mastering the Korean alphabet may be easier than you think. The Korean alphabet is often said to be one of the most logical and easy-to-learn writing systems. I agree with that assessment. I’d like to show […]
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