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Expressing Location in Japanese: 上に vs 上で, 前に vs 前で

One of the first surprises for Japanese language learners is that “location” isn’t expressed with…

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How to Say “Grandparents” in Korean: Terms for Grandpa & Grandma

When learning Korean, one thing that surprises many beginners is how specific family titles can…

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10 Spanish Tongue Twisters to Improve Your Pronunciation

Tongue twisters are a simple, low-pressure way to improve your Spanish pronunciation. They force your…

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Is Japanese Hard to Learn? Why It’s Easier Than You Think

I'm sure you've done it yourself and gotten that familiar look: raised eyebrows, a slow…

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Driving Iceland’s Ring Road: The Ultimate Route 1 Road Trip Guide

Iceland’s official language is Icelandic. While traveling, why not take the opportunity to get a…

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How to Improve Reading Skills in a Foreign Language (Without Burning Out)

At first, reading in a foreign language can feel slow and frustrating. You may recognize…

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Difference Between あります and います for Existence in Japanese

If you’re studying Japanese, you’ll soon encounter two verbs that both translate as “to exist”:…

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How to Say “Father” in Korean: Different Ways to Call Your Dad

If you're learning Korean, one of the first family words you'll encounter is “father.” It…

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Spanish Words with No Exact English Translation: Common Untranslatable Terms and What They Mean

Some words describe ideas so specific—and so culturally familiar—that English usually needs a whole phrase…

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Japanese Era Names Explained: History, Meaning, and How They’re Used

Happy New Year from Japan! The New Year is a good time to look at…