Vocabulary

The Difference Between US & UK English

Is it a 'lift' or an 'elevator'? A 'biscuit' or a 'cookie'? This post explores the fascinating and often funny…

1 month ago

The 10 Hardest English Words to Pronounce

Ever stumbled over 'Worcestershire' or 'anemone'? This guide breaks down 10 of the hardest English words to pronounce, offering simple…

1 month ago

You’re Already Speaking Japanese! 15 Loanwords

** Did you know that when you talk about a business 'tycoon' or ask for 'just a skosh' more, you're…

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Ancient Graffiti: Curses & Complaints

Forget sterile museum displays of emperors and epic battles. The true, unfiltered history of humanity is scrawled on the walls…

4 months ago

Lost in Translation in Galicia

Ever tried to say you're 'close' in Galicia and ended up implying you're 'tight'? This post explores the hilarious and…

4 months ago

Latin: The DNA of Modern Science

Far from being a linguistic relic, Latin is the essential operating system for modern innovation. This post moves beyond its…

4 months ago

German Filler Words: Sound Like a Native

Tired of your German sounding like it's straight from a textbook? This guide explores the essential filler words (Füllwörter) like…

4 months ago

German Verb Power: Cracking the Prefix Code

Tired of memorizing endless German verb lists? This post cracks the code on German prefixes, revealing the linguistic LEGO system…

4 months ago

The ‘Cheat Code’ to Learning Chinese Characters

Trying to learn thousands of Chinese characters one-by-one is a path to burnout. The secret 'cheat code' lies in understanding…

4 months ago

The Most Common False Friends Between Spanish and Portuguese

Ordering 'polvo' in Portugal won't get you dust, and telling someone you're 'embarazada' in Brazil has a very different meaning…

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