Jonathan Del Prado

If you've been binge-watching "Emily in Paris" (who hasn't?), you've probably melted at those perfectly timed Je t'aime (I love you in French) moments. As French shows continue to dominate Netflix's top charts, one thing's crystal clear – the French language makes everything sound more romantic. Ready to add some Parisian

When a dumpling shop owner in Shanghai asked me "你属什么?" (Nǐ shǔ shénme? - What's your zodiac sign?), I quickly realized just how HUGE zodiac signs are in Chinese culture. I mean, I thought it only matters during the New Year celebrations... but apparently, I was wrong! It's actually a

You might not believe this... but the Dutch language is packed with expressions that sound completely bonkers in English. From calling someone as sweet as an ant (yes, really) to phrases about monkeys and sleeves, there are special Dutch slang words and phrases that can reveal the quirkiest corners of

Star Wars has definitely come a long way from its epic big-screen beginnings. Thanks to Disney+ and other streaming platforms, we've got this whole new universe of Star Wars TV shows that are expanding the story far beyond the Skywalker saga - and they're absolutely crushing it with fresh perspectives,

Xiaohongshu (小红书 or "Little Red Book") has become a surprising alternative for many users looking beyond TikTok. As more "TikTok refugees" join this Chinese social media platform, they're running into a wild new world of Chinese slang words and phrases that are super important for participating in conversations. In this

You know that moment when you're browsing language learning apps, and Dutch pops up as an option? Maybe you've heard that guttural G sound and thought, "Nope, not for me!" But here's something that might surprise you: Dutch ranks among the easiest languages for English speakers to learn, with the

Ever wondered why the Dutch are considered some of the most direct people in the world? Well, their collection of Dutch swear words and Dutch insults might give you a clue. Unlike many other languages that stick to a standard set of curse words, Dutch profanity takes creative expression to

Remember that scene in Modern Family where Mitchell tries to blend in at a French café, armed with nothing but a guidebook pronunciation of "bonjour"? We've all been there – wanting to sound sophisticated in French but ending up somewhere between confused and comedic. Whether you're trying to learn French on

Have you ever wondered why some old-time movie stars spoke in that peculiar, not-quite-British, not-quite-American way? That's the Transatlantic Accent - arguably one of the most fascinating speaking styles of the 20th century. Think Katharine Hepburn in "The Philadelphia Story" or Cary Grant in, well, pretty much everything he did.