How to Learn the Irish language (Gaeilge)
The Irish language (Gaeilge) is completely different to English, but is easier to learn than you might think.
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Getting along with other learners & conclusions of Thai mission
What an experience!! This “dipping my toes” in my first Asian language has helped me see so many things I hadn’t realised before, despite the extremely little amount of time that I actually put into it, i.e. about 15 hours in the first month exclusively to be able to read the symbols and understand the […]
Is it better to travel to villages for language/cultural immersion?
When considering where to move to in a country, there seems to be this general consensus that you’ll have a greater feeling of immersion, both cultural and linguistic, if you choose a small town / village over a major city. I disagree. If you happen to like villages for their serenity, pace of life etc., […]
Friday fun: Learning Na’vi for your Avatar
Preface Na’vi is the language spoken by the fictional aliens in the currently very popular movie Avatar. Even though it’s “just a movie”, Na’vi is an “actual” (constructed) language. It has vocabulary and grammar and was developed by linguist Paul Frommer. He’s hoping it will become the new “Klingon” of movie languages. Since the whole […]
How to become a location-independent freelance translator
In the previous post I explained my background (and need) to become a freelance translator. In this post I will go into more detail about how I got work, what that work involves and why it’s not as easy as you think!! Finding translation work I was in a pretty bad situation a few years […]
Benny’s Top Resources for Learning Turkish
Wondering where to start learning Turkish? Stop wondering and start learning now. You can't go wrong with any one of these excellent Turkish resources.
Days of the Week in Italian – A Beginner’s Guide (with Audio)
By learning the days of the week in Italian, you’ll be able to talk about your weekly routine, daily plans, and more.
Learn Colors in Italian (With Audio)
Learn Italian colors to start describing what’s around you. In this article, we cover the most common colors and how to use them correctly in a sentence.
28 Vegetables and Their Translation in Mandarin Chinese (+ Recipe Ideas!)
In this article, Matt gives you the names of the most common vegetables in Mandarin and tells you a little about their usage in Chinese cuisine.
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