Genine Torres

Asian languages are gaining popularity worldwide, and for good reason. With about 1.5 billion people learning foreign languages globally, Mandarin Chinese has become a top choice, boasting over 100 million learners. This surge is largely due to China's growing economic influence. But here's the thing: while Mandarin is popular,

One of the best parts about being bilingual? You get to laugh in more than one language! As someone who genuinely loves learning foreign languages, I know for one that knowing jokes in different languages lets you enjoy humor that might not make sense in translation. Take this one for

Ever dreamed of strolling through the charming streets of Berlin or sipping beer at a traditional Bavarian Biergarten? I know I have! While my dream trip to Germany is still in the planning stages, I've been prepping for that future trip in the most practical way I know how: Learn

Ever seen those German movies and German documentaries with scenes from Oktoberfest? You know, the ones with folks rocking leather shorts and fancy dresses? That's traditional German clothing, or "Tracht" as they say in German. And let me tell you, it's way cooler than just festival wear! It was in

So, you want to learn how to say good morning in Russian? Cool, let me tell you about my journey with that. I've been trying to get my head around Russian for a few months now. Got myself some language tutors, learning apps, and everything. And you know what? I

Here's the deal: I'm Filipino, I've got a shot at Spanish residency, and my Spanish is... well, let's just say it needs work. Big time. Sure, I've got a smattering of Spanish words in my native tongue (thanks, colonial history), but that's not gonna cut it if I want to

As I sat at my desk, working my remote job, a crazy idea popped into my head: why not apply for the Argentina Digital Nomad Visa? The thought of working from Buenos Aires cafes was irresistible. But before I got too excited, I realized there was one crucial thing I

Ever found yourself binge-watching a foreign language documentary and suddenly feeling inspired to learn the language? That's exactly what happened to me this week with "Uno: la historia de un gol". As a total Spanish newbie, I realized that leaning into Salvadoran slang could be my ticket to language-learning success.

If you're just starting your Spanish journey, you've probably already stumbled upon the infamous duo: Por Vs Para. These two little words might seem innocent enough, but trust me, they've caused more headaches for Spanish learners than a night of too many cervezas. Even as someone who eventually became comfortable