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Have you ever wondered if you could actually learn a new language without having to use the same unengaging resources you had access to in high school? How about whether listening to foreign songs could actually help you learn a language? Well, according to science, the answer is yes! Gone

If you're here, then you have most likely decided to embark on the at times daunting, at times adventurous, and at other times magnificent journey of learning a new language. Good on you! Give yourself a pat on the back. Learning a second language has a wide range of benefits,

In many countries, knowing two languages – or more – is standard. For most native English speakers, though, learning a language secondary to our own seems oddly out of reach. But though English is widely spoken, it's not actually the world's dominant language. Nor are English-speaking countries the epicenter of global culture

Last Update: 05/21/2024

Let’s face it - it takes guts to learn a new language. You will be pushed out of your comfort zone and this can feel quite intimidating for people who are shy by nature. However, being shy or introverted doesn’t mean you have to put your dreams of

Are you wondering if it’s possible to learn a language by watching videos on YouTube? YouTube is known for its music videos, its “how-to” guides, and its videos on just about anything really. But it is also a goldmine for language learning resources. What language are you trying to

So, you want to learn Spanish on your own – great! If you want to avoid some of the most common pitfalls that new speakers run into (like, accidentally telling someone that you're pregnant – embarazada – when you're trying to tell them you're embarrassed), you probably need a little bit of help.

You may be dreaming of learning French in Paris in cafés, eating a croissant and speaking with natives, but the reality is that you learn French from your home, driving your car, listening to podcasts as you go to work. No matter where you learn the language, the key to

If you’re dreaming of lazy days in Lisbon or the spicy culture of Brasília, then you'll need to learn a thing or two about Portuguese so that you're ready to converse with any native Portuguese speaker you meet on your travels. Our handy guide will tell you all you