multilingualism

The Foreign-Language Effect: Thinking Rationally

Research suggests that thinking in a second language can reduce our emotional biases and override flawed mental shortcuts. This "foreign-language…

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The Science of First Language Attrition

We celebrate learning new languages, but what about the one we learned first? First language attrition is the fascinating, and…

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The Bilingual Inner Voice: Who Is Talking?

For bilinguals, the advice to "think in the language" opens a fascinating cognitive puzzle. The voice inside our heads is…

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Language Ghosts: L2 to L3 Interference

Ever tried to speak your third language, only for a word from your second language to slip out? This phenomenon,…

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The Billion-Dollar Dialogue: How a Nation’s Language Policy Shapes Its Economy

Beyond culture and identity, a nation's language policy has a powerful, measurable impact on its economy. From Switzerland's multilingual GDP…

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Accent on Belonging: The Unique Linguistic Identity of Third Culture Kids

Explore the fascinating world of Third Culture Kids (TCKs), individuals whose lives are a tapestry of languages and cultures. Their…

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Reading Between the Lines: The Art and Science of Subtitling

Subtitling is an unsung art form involving far more than direct translation. It's a delicate dance between art and science,…

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The Legend of Malintzin: From Language Mediator to Historical Icon

In the annals of language history, few figures emerge as enigmatic, transformative, and divisive as La Malinche, also known as…

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What Languages do They Speak in Switzerland?

Switzerland, known for its scenic landscapes, cheeses, chocolates, and watches, is equally renowned for its rich linguistic diversity. The country…

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What Language Did Jesus Speak?

If we want to understand the life and teachings of Jesus Christ, a crucial aspect to explore is the language…

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