9 Reasons Vietnamese is Easier Than You Think
Just how difficult is Vietnamese? Pretty much impossible, if you ask the locals. We've got a different view.
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Why Tonal Languages Aren’t as Hard as You Think
Here’s my take on language difficulty: All languages are created equal. Mandarin Chinese. English. Russian. Arabic. You name it. They all have their own challenging aspects. But – here’s the kicker – humans can speak all of them. I’ve yet to hear about a language that went extinct only because it was so difficult to […]
The Goldilocks Technique: How to Set Language Goals that Are Just Right
Do you ever struggle to reach your language goals? I’ve set myself some big language goals. Some have gone fantastically, and some have totally flumped.
The Language Secrets of Prolific Language Learners
How did Audrey Hepburn learn to speak six languages? Learn the secrets of some of this history's most famous and prolific language leaners.
Level Up! Turn Your Language Learning Into a Video Game
What if language learning could be as fun as playing Super Mario? It can be - and taking this approach will level up your language skills.
How to Learn Scottish Gaelic
Scottish Gaelic is experiencing a revival - here's how you can learn the language, with resources and tips on how to start.
How to Learn a New Language Fluently
There's only one way to learn a new language fluently. Here's what you need to do to speak another language.
6 Ways for Beginners to Outsmart “Expert” Language Learners
When you’re a beginner in a language, and you meet someone who’s studied it for years, it can be a bit of a shock. You wonder: “How are they so damn good?” It feels like they’re leagues ahead of you. How can you hope to stay motivated all that time and catch up with the […]
5 Common Mistakes Learning German (and How to Fix Them)
Learning how to speak German? Avoid these common German mistakes so you can learn German faster. Tips on, word order, word gender and German resources.
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