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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...

10 more fantastic facts about languages
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The wonderful world of language learning offers us endless opportunities for growth and communication and is rooted in a great deal of rich history. L...

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...

Learn Spanish with these 10 free podcasts
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Podcasts are a great, easy way to strengthen your Spanish skills. You can pop one in and learn passively when you’re in the car, walking the dog, or c...