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All the English rugby terms you need to know
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Invented 200 years ago in a town named Rugby, the game of rugby is one of England's best sportin...

10 books for English learners that will make you love reading
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“If you don’t like to read, you haven’t found the right book.” – J.K. RowlingReading in another lang...

The ultimate summer guide to Rome
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Ah, summer in Rome. It makes you think of touring the historic sights, devouring mountains of soft g...

10 Aussie slang terms that will make you sound like a local
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Planning a trip down under? Australia is an incredibly beautiful, laid-back, warm and vibrant countr...

7 iconic TV shows to sharpen your British sense of humor
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The British sense of humor is characterized by a dry wit, like your mouth after eating a ton of spic...

EF Talks: Pro cyclist Rigoberto Urán on learning languages and living abroad
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“Tranquilo papito, no se preocupe.”Translated  as “take it easy” or “stay calm,” this simple phrase ...

10 hidden gems in Munich
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The German city of Munich may be best known for beer-tents, pretzels and traditional ‘’lederhosen,” ...

10 summer destinations for foodies
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Summer is almost here, and that means it’s time to start planning your summer getaway! If your life ...

Pedal power: 10 English cycling terms you should know before the Tour de France
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EF Education First does not only specialize in language course abroad. The company also has its own ...

From colazione to dolce: How to eat like Italians eat
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The following article was inspired by Rebecca who studied Italian at EF Rome. With her permission, w...

10 Victorian slang terms to start using today
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Ah, the Victorian Era — a time of corsets, top hats, and strict societal rules. But did you know tha...

5 reasons to learn Italian
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It’s tough to argue with the fact that Italian is a beautiful and useful language. I’m not only sayi...