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10 Victorian slang terms to start using today
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Ah, the Victorian Era — a time of corsets, top hats, and strict societal rules. But did you know tha...

The importance of immersion: Why you should learn a language the same way you’ll use it
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There are many different ways to learn a second language, from taking classes to reading books, or e...

5 reasons to learn Italian
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It’s tough to argue with the fact that Italian is a beautiful and useful language. I’m not only sayi...

How to learn Japanese quickly: 10 tips
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Being fluent in a second language is a super impressive skill. It arms you with the tools to become ...

10 international films to help you learn a language
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Watching movies in a foreign language often requires a little more concentration than usual, particu...

10 (more) weird words in English
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There are over 171,000 words in the English language, according to the Oxford English Dictionary. Wi...

What is the best age to learn a language?
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Although our understanding of language learning is constantly evolving, persistent myths about child...

7 common English phrases that even native speakers get wrong
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From a “doggy-dog world,” to nipping problems “in the butt,” these are the expressions you’re probab...

Why learn English in Canada
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Canada has long trailed other sought-after destinations for English language learners (we’re looking...

10 best books to learn English with
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Everyone may be on their smartphones all day every day nowadays, but there’s something uniquely char...

20 English idioms that everyone should know
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Idioms. Native English speakers love using them in conversation, and you’ll often find them popping ...

10 romantic French phrases to charm your crush
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Some say it with flowers, some say it with chocolates. But, if you really want to up the ante this V...