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Have you ever wanted to tell your partner I love you in Chinese but weren’t sure how to say it or if it would come across the right way? For international couples, learning how to express love in each other's language can be a beautiful way to strengthen your

Apologizing in Spanish can feel a bit tricky, especially if you're still learning the language. As a native Spanish speaker, I know how important it is to get the apology right—whether you’re speaking to a friend, a colleague, or a stranger. The words you choose and the way

What's your favorite season in the year? Mine's autumn, although I love winter too (I'm a Team Cold guy, sorry). However, each of the four seasons have their own beauty and meanings. What's more, people do different activities during each of the seasons, depending on the country. And Japan has

If you are learning the Spanish language, you have probably heard expressions such as “¡Ven aquí!” or “¡Corre rápido!” Commands in Spanish are everywhere, and they're the key to sounding fluent. However, you’re not sure how to use them yourself. As a native Spanish speaker, I can tell you

Do you use nicknames to call your friends, relatives or your boyfriend or girlfriend? I'm pretty sure the answer is "yes". Words like "sweetie", "honey", "darling" or "daddy" are used every day. But what about in Japanese? In this article, I'll talk about 5 nicknames you can use to call

The excitement of traveling to new places cannot be overstated. Exploring beautiful locations, trying delicious local dishes, and, of course, going shopping are all part of the experience. There's something special about finding the perfect souvenir or walking through a local market. Yet, knowing how to ask, "How much is

Do you know how Chinese people celebrate the Western New Year? In this article, we take a look at Yuándàn 元旦, the first day of the year or New Year's Day, which is quite different from China's New Year not only on the dates, but also on the customs. Apart

Have you ever wondered how New Year's is celebrated in Turkey? As a local, I can tell you it's a fun and meaningful celebration filled with unique traditions. From big family dinners to special superstitions, there’s so much you should know about how Turks celebrate the New Year. In

Have you ever wondered how Japanese people celebrate New Year? In this article, we'll take a look at customs, traditions and events that are related to the celebration of the New Year in Japan, which it's a very meaningful time for Japanese people. Personally, I enjoy the New Year celebration