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How to Say ‘Happy Birthday’ in 25 Languages
We each have one every year but as they go on we tend to celebrate them less and less. And once you hit a certain number we start to wish the number stops rising altogether! Though, no matter what we try another one rolls around again. So why not...
German Dialects Explored
In our quest to master a new language, we often encounter an intriguing landscape of accents and dialects. This holds true for the German language, a fascinating tapestry of regional nuances and cultural intricacies. If you’ve been learning...
The Language of the Champions League Final 2023
Saturday night see’s two of Europe’s top football clubs faceoff in this years Champions League Final! Manchester City and Inter come head-to-head in Istanbul for the coveted Champions League trophy. It promises to be an exciting and...
How to Get Past the Language Plateau
Not many people realise but there is no end to learning a language. Even if you think you’ve made it and are ‘fluent’ there’s always more to go. You may have been studying for a number of years and think you have mastered the...
Can You Learn Multiple Languages at Once? A Roadmap to Success
The question “Can you learn multiple languages at once?” is an important one to consider when planning your language studies. You may be a business traveller who needs to learn multiple languages in a short amount of time. Or,...
Colours in Spanish
Sometimes it’s good to go back to the basics. So, learning colours in a different language is one of the most simple, yet important things you can do. Learning colours helps with all manor of interactions with other language speakers. Learning...
German Sentence Structure Made Easy: Tips For Every Language Level
Trying to comprehend German sentence structure – or syntax – can feel like navigating a maze blindfolded, especially if your native language is English. This is because German grammar rules about word order are more complex than English rules,...
Eurovision 2023: Top Songs From Eurovision
The Eurovision Song Contest is an institution in homes across Europe and hundreds of millions of people watch every year. Is it an exciting competition which can see people cheering for countries other than their own. It also produces some good...
Eurovision Song Contest 2023: The Language of Eurovision
Since the first event in 1956, the Eurovision Song Contest has become one of the most watched live events in the world every year. Over 160 million people tuned in from across the world to watch the two semi-finals and final in 2022. But what makes...
Traditions in Ukraine
Ukraine is a diverse and culturally rich country with traditions dating back centuries. Traditions in Ukraine range from the deeply religious to the fun and hospitable. We have taken a look at some of the most famous traditions in Ukraine including...
April Fools’ Day – Around the World
From practical jokes to fake news stories, April Fools’ Day has been a landmark day in culture since the 16th Century. The traditions of this mischievous day focuses on jokes and pranks at other peoples expense. These jokes are usually...
Follow the News in German: 5 German News Sites for Language Learners
Have you ever tried reading the news in German and found yourself hopelessly “lost in translation”? If you’re relatively new to the language, that’s no surprise. National German newspapers and magazines, such as the FAZ, Die...
Difference Between IELTS and OET
Are you looking to start a new career or study in an English speaking country? For countries such as the UK, USA, Australia and Canada there are many things to consider. After VISA’s, accommodation and other entry requirements, proof of your...