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49 Spanish Questions You Need To Know to Speak like a Native

written by Benny Lewis

Questions are an easy way to keep the conversation flowing. Chat comfortably in Spanish with these 49 Spanish questions (and answers). Plus learn the 9 essential Spanish question words.

Master the Spanish Alphabet (With In-Depth Pronunciation Guide)

written by Kelsey Lechner

The Spanish alphabet has 27 letters – only one more than English! Here’s how to learn it.

First week settling into Amsterdam

written by Benny Lewis

This detailed post describes how my first week in Amsterdam went. As requested, I’ll be giving regular updates on how I’ve been adjusting to a new culture and learning a new language. In future I’ll send this update (which will likely be much shorter and include occasional videos) to the Language Hacking League, so sign […]

Language Exchange Partners: The Ultimate Guide

written by Shannon Kennedy

Start speaking your new language, in real conversations. Here’s EVERYTHING (12,000+ words!) you need to know to find a language exchange partner.

“Merry Christmas” in Japanese — How the Japanese Celebrate a “Merii Kurisumasu” and Other Winter Holidays

written by Kelsey Lechner

Learn how to say “Merry Christmas” and “Happy New Year” in Japanese - and lots of other Japanese words and phrases for the holidays.

Review of italki: Find native teachers and free language exchanges to learn a language via Skype

written by Benny Lewis

Today I’m ready to share one of my favourite discoveries for learning a language; italki. Update (August 7th, 2022): my current favourite resource is Preply (our review is here). It’s pretty similar to iTalki in terms of functionality, but I find it much more intuitive. Regardless, if you are interested in the iTalki review, read […]