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Why learn Spanish in Spain
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In the modern world, speaking more than one language is not just a skill; it's a superpower. So why not start with Spanish? With over 400 million ...

5 best ways to learn Spanish
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Spanish is a language with advantages stamped all over it. It’s the mother tongue of more than 405 million people across 30 countries, and is even mor...

11 everyday English idioms and their origins
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Are you hands down the best at using English idioms? Or does the thought of seemingly random phrases make you feel a bit under the weather?One of the ...

How to keep your New Year's resolutions: 5 tips
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Now that the New Year’s excitement has faded comes the hard part: sticking to those resolutions you set with so much enthusiasm. It’s easy to feel you...

10 reasons why Munich should be your next travel destination
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Look out, Berlin — another of Germany’s busy cities is rapidly becoming the must-visit spot for travelers seeking culture. Munich blends the cosmopoli...

5 common language learning myths debunked
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There are plenty of misconceptions about learning a new language, and some of them can make the task of becoming fluent feel completely impossible. Th...

8 Christmas shows on Netflix to learn a language with
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Learning a language while enjoying some festive TV? We’re sold! Watching Christmas-themed Netflix series in their original languages is a fun and effe...

Why the level of English in your country is so important
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English skills matter because they give people access to a wider range of information, a more diverse, international network, and more job opportuniti...

'90s English slang terms to start using today
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From baggy jeans and crop tops to chunky sneakers and those oh-so-tiny sunglasses, '90s fashion is back in a big way, baby, and it’s time to perfe...

Train like a local: 10 cities to learn a new sport in
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We always say that the best way to learn a new language is to immerse yourself in the local culture. When studying abroad you can get proactive (get i...

10 things to know on your first day of studying abroad
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If you’re reading this while preparing for your next adventure abroad, or if you are already in a far-flung corner of the globe, keep in mind: it’s to...

The importance of immersion: Why you should learn a language the same way you’ll use it
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There are many different ways to learn a second language, from taking classes to reading books, or even using an app. But one way has been proven more...