Vocabulary

Learning how to talk about the date and time in French pays off fast. You land in Paris, glance at a train board, and suddenly every bit of basic vocabulary matters. A clerk rattles off an hour, a museum worker gives you an opening time, someone invites you out and

Want to win hearts with Chinese love phrases? Saying sweet nothings in Chinese shows you care enough to learn something new. It's a move that works whether you're dating someone who speaks Chinese or just want to stand out with your unique approach to romance. In

When you’re doing your jikoshoukai (自己紹介) or self-introduction in Japanese, talking about your hobbies is practically unavoidable. People will naturally ask about your 趣味 (shumi) or hobbies in Japanese when you meet new classmates, join language exchanges, or start a new job. In this post, you will learn the

Most people assume they'll get by with English in Japan, but here's the reality: fewer than 30% of Japanese people speak English at any level. With less than 8% speaking it fluently, knowing how to say thank you in Japanese or ask where the bathroom is

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

Slang words and phrases are always changing, no matter the language. New expressions show up in songs, social media, and daily conversations, then vanish just as fast. In fact, what your Colombian friend said last year might already sound out of date. That is why keeping up with slang matters,

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