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Ever since the lovable blue alien Experiment 626 (better known as Stitch) crashed into our hearts in Disney's 2002 animated classic "Lilo & Stitch," fans have been curious about the strange words he mutters. With the 2025 live-action remake bringing Stitch back into the spotlight, interest in his unique language has

While Japanese, Korean, and Mandarin often steal the spotlight, Indonesian is secretly one of the most accessible Asian languages for English speakers. With no complicated tones and using the same alphabet we're already familiar with, you can start speaking right away. In this post, I'll show you 9 simple Indonesian

Persian may not be in the top 10 most studied languages, but it's honestly one of the coolest you'll encounter. Rich with history and written in beautifully flowing script, picking up a few Persian greetings can connect you with over 60 million speakers across Iran, Afghanistan, Tajikistan, and Persian communities

Can you picture a better combo than Robert Pattinson, Sci-fi and a final touch of a Korean star director? I bet you can't. Mickey 17, directed by the legendary Bong Joon-ho (of Parasite fame), hit theaters on March 7, 2025. Starring Robert Pattinson, Naomi Ackie, and Steven Yeun, this film

Ever walked down a street in Stockholm and heard some angry Swedish words being thrown around? Despite their reputation for politeness and being among the happiest people in the world, Swedes have a wide range of  Swedish curse words and Swedish insults, just like everyone else. In this post, I'll

That taxi driver just screamed something at another car, and now everyone's laughing except you. Awkward, right? Vietnamese curse words aren't taught in language apps, but you can literally hear them everywhere. I had no clue what they were laughing about until my language partner explained later what "đụ má"

Ever wondered why nearly every K-drama character seems to be a Kim, Lee, or Park? Unlike Western countries with thousands of surnames, Korean last names are incredibly concentrated—just these three represent nearly half of South Korea's population! This surprising fact reflects the unique historical development of Korean surnames, where

Get ready to throw yourself into the biggest party of the year with all the right Mardi Gras terminology under your belt! Whether you're heading to New Orleans or celebrating locally, knowing these words will make you sound like a seasoned reveler instead of a clueless tourist. In this post,

Textbooks boring you to tears? Flashcards making you fall asleep? Time to shake up your French learning with something that actually sticks - jokes! In this post, we're sharing 80 hilarious French jokes and puns that'll absolutely boost your vocab while keeping you entertained. Whether you're a beginner looking for