The Language Learning Workout
If you think working out only applies to your muscles, think again. Acquiring new knowledge engages the brain in various activities, that makes it stronger and keeps you mentally fit. Learning a language is the perfect workout.
12 Common Russian Words and Phrases
Russia has a long and rich cultural history, steeped in literature, ballet, painting & classical music. The Russian language is the most geographically widespread Slavic language of Eurasia, spoken by an estimated 258 million people worldwide. It is the official language of Russia and the largest native spoken language in Ukraine and Belarus. Russian is […]
10 Fascinating Facts About the Arabic Language You Should Know
The Arabic language is one of the most beautiful, complex, and influential languages in the world. Spoken across more than 25 countries, it holds deep cultural, historical, and religious significance. Whether you’re a language enthusiast, a curious traveler, or someone looking to learn Arabic, these fun and informative facts will give you a deeper appreciation […]
5 Surprising Benefits of Learning a Second Language
Learning a new language can be hard work. No matter how much time you have on your hands or how smart you are, the level of dedication it demands is more than most people have. Therefore, anyone making a commitment to learning a new language will, no doubt, have a very good reason! On the […]
The Connection Between Music and Language Learning: Creating a Melodic Vocabulary
Music and language are closely connected, and it is also assumed that both have some common origin. It is also believed that music was used to communicate in ancient times, and people used it to make themselves easily understood. Listening to music is one of the best ways to learn a language and retain the […]
[Infographic] Fun Facts About the Chinese Language
If you know how to speak Chinese, you can talk to almost 1 billion people across the globe (that’s 15% of the world’s population!). Being the most widely spoken language in terms of native speakers, Chinese is described to be a useful language with personal and professional advantage, especially now that it’s becoming one of the […]
3 COMMON LANGUAGE LEARNING FEARS AND HOW TO OVERCOME THEM
“I’ve learned a foreign language for many years, but I still can’t really speak it.” Whether you’ve heard it from someone or this is you, it’s a clear case of xenoglossophobia. It’s nothing to worry about: feeling anxious about foreign languages is a common issue. Many of us have encountered this at least once in […]
9 Languages You Probably Didn’t Know Existed
Language plays a big role in everyone’s life; it is essential to every aspect and interaction in our everyday lives. There are over 6000 languages spoken around the world and hundreds of rare ones that we’re probably not aware of. So, sit back and get ready because we’re going on a journey around three different […]
15 Common German Words and Phrases
Being an official language of the European Union, German is a widely spoken language worldwide and the most spoken native language in Europe. Over 100 million people in Austria, Switzerland (and of course Germany) speak German! The German language is in fact, the most widely-understood language after English and a popular second or third language choice in […]
How to Find Time to Learn a Language
In a culturally connected world where mobility is facilitated, learning a language offers a lot of benefits. Being a multilingual is a 5-star advantage to career and personal growth. However, learning a language as well as juggling work and social activities requires a lot of time and effort. The challenge: how do you squeeze language […]
