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12 French words with no English translation
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The French language is known as “poetic”, but what does that really mean? It might be that the Frenc...

20 ways that learning languages changes the world (and transforms your life)
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You might know that learning a new language is good for you (yes, bilingualism really is that great)...

8 fantasy books to help you learn English
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If you’re looking for an adventure full of magic, mystery and (at times) mayhem without ever leaving...

Why an app isn’t enough to master a language
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In an age when we’re permanently glued to our phones, there is an app for pretty much everything – e...

A survival guide to American English
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You’ve learned English. Great! As the most widely spoken language in the world, you’ll be able to co...

10 funny idioms in different languages
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Every language around the world uses idioms – common phrases that are used to say certain things. Ma...

How to overcome the cringe of learning a new language
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Recently, a TikToker went viral for sharing their theory on "Cringe Mountain" — the steep ...

10 Aussie slang terms that will make you sound like a local
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Planning a trip down under? Australia is an incredibly beautiful, laid-back, warm and vibrant countr...

20 words and phrases you didn’t know Shakespeare invented
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William Shakespeare was an incredible writer and poet, but did you know he also single-handedly adde...

7 iconic TV shows to sharpen your British sense of humor
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The British sense of humor is characterized by a dry wit, like your mouth after eating a ton of spic...

How to memorize new vocabulary faster: 9 tips
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No matter how good your grammar is, if you don’t know any words that you can use it with, you (liter...

Gap year guide to Europe
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A gap year can come in a variety of destinations and itineraries: Learning a language, getting inter...