Jonathan Del Prado

Discover how small daily language-learning habits can open doors to new people, new cultures, and a renewed sense of connection.

We all mess up sometimes. Maybe you bumped into someone, needed to get their attention, interrupted a conversation, or genuinely apologized for a mistake. It’s one of those basic social interactions that keep daily life running smoothly, and Italian is no different. In this post, I’ll walk you

Learning a new language used to mean thick textbooks, endless grammar drills, and maybe a weekly class if you were lucky. Those days are behind us. AI-powered language learning apps have completely changed the game, offering personalized lessons that adapt to how you learn best. These smart apps can correct

I’ve tested way too many Hebrew learning apps over the past few months, and honestly? Most of them are pretty disappointing. You’ll find hundreds in the app store, all claiming they’ll have you speaking Hebrew fluently in weeks. The reality is that most rely on basic flashcards

Turkish sits in Category III on the language difficulty scale, making it one of the more challenging languages for English speakers to master. It’s understandable why many learners give up, especially when they’re staring down concepts like case endings and verb conjugations that work nothing like English. However,

Learning a language by memorizing words is like trying to understand a movie by reading the script. You get the plot, but you miss everything that makes it meaningful. The truth is that culture shapes how people actually USE language. Culture dictates which words are appropriate, what tone to pair

One of the most common conversation starters when meeting Spanish speakers is discussing hobbies. Whether traveling through Latin America, living in Spain, or chatting with Spanish-speaking friends at home, people will ask what you like to do in your free time. It’s a natural way to connect and find

Want to surprise your Israeli friend or Hebrew-speaking colleague on their birthday? A simple "Happy Birthday" in Hebrew shows you care about their cultural background and adds a personal touch to your greeting that they'll appreciate. In this post, I'll share exactly how to

When you're chatting with French speakers for the first time, one question almost always comes up: "Quels sont tes loisirs?" (What are your hobbies?). It's such a natural conversation starter, whether you’re making small talk with a colleague or getting to know your