When I landed in Sumida Tokyo as an ALT, I thought I knew enough Japanese to get by. Boy, was I wrong! My first week, I embarrassed myself countless times by using the wrong version of yes in Japanese in different situations. My students erupted in laughter when I casually
Spanish has gotten quite the rep for being one of the easiest languages to pick up if you're an English speaker. And the best bit? You've got tons of resources right at your fingertips to help you nail it! My top recommendation? Spanish short stories! They&
German has always been considered one of the hardest languages to learn, but honestly, it shouldn't have to be. In fact, you can start learning through one of the easiest, low-barrier references out there: short stories in German! These bite-sized narratives provide the perfect entry point for beginners
Ever been in a situation where you needed to say no in Japanese but didn't want to come across as rude? Japanese culture places huge value on politeness and avoiding direct confrontation, making a simple "no" much trickier than you might expect.
In this post, I&
Learning to say thank you in Japanese isn't just about knowing a single phrase - it's about mastering a key part of Japanese culture. Whether you're planning a trip to Tokyo, watching anime without subtitles, or just starting your Japanese learning journey, knowing different
Jumping into reading in Spanish might feel like the deep end at first, but it's actually one of the best ways to improve your Spanish fast! Instead of getting stuck in boring grammar drills, reading from English to Spanish puts you directly in touch with everything from catchy
With countless Japanese textbooks filling the market, finding the perfect learning companion feels like searching for a needle in a haystack. Whether you're dreaming of Japanese anime without subtitles or planning a trip to Tokyo, the right Japanese learning textbooks can make all the difference between frustration and
What's the difference between your job history (résumé) and starting again after stopping (resume)? Those tiny marks above the letters! French accent marks might look small, but they're super important to know when learning French.
In this post, I'll show you the 5 French