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13 Japanese words with no English translation
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Whether it’s seeing majestic Mount Fuji from your window on a bullet train, eating your weight in Katsudon (a breaded and fried pork cutlet with egg o...

6 British English phrases that make no sense
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Strop. Codswallop. Knackered. Just like the picture of a chair in the street above (no, we don’t get it either), we Brits do say some strange things s...

Why the level of English in your country is so important
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English skills matter because they give people access to a wider range of information, a more diverse, international network, and more job opportuniti...

How to bus like a boss in the UK
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It’s a fact: There’s no better feeling than exploring a new city, but before you can fill your Snapchat story with pics of life abroad, you’ll have to...

6 ways to enjoy London without spending a penny
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So, you want to experience London on a budget but aren’t quite sure where to start? Worry not! Although the city is usually considered quite expensive...

10 things you should know before moving to San Diego
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Headed to California’s southern-most city? Just a stone’s throw from Mexico, San Diego packs a punch for visitors and those who are lucky enough to st...

10 things to do before your student days are over
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University life in a nutshell: lectures, study notes, assignments, exams, presentations, and then more exams – all fuelled by endless cups of coffee. ...

9 things you realize when living in Paris
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There is nothing like being a true connoisseur of Paris – knowing the ins and outs of the city and the ways of the Parisians. No matter if you’ve just...

10 more TV shows to learn English with
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Learning English can be a challenge, so what better way to gain fluency than learning while not even realizing you’re doing it! I’ve put together anot...

How posh are you?
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When it comes to English accents, the poshest is undoubtedly British English. We’re not sure if it’s the royal family, everyone’s obsession with Jane ...

10 things you should know before moving to Santa Barbara
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With 300 days of sun, gorgeous natural surroundings, and the Pacific Coast right on its doorstep, it’s no wonder Santa Barbara is called the American ...

Why learn English in Australia
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Australia. Even its name evokes wanderlust. Almost everyone knows someone who’s traveled to or studied in Australia, and is only too ready to give the...