GO Blog | EF United States
The latest on travel, languages and culture by EF Education First
MenuFree Brochure

Language learning

188 articles
10 English slang terms you need to know in 2022
4 min read 4 min

Only just getting the hang of last year’s slang? Well too late, forget it. A whole new host of (somewhat nonsensical) terms have landed and it’s time ...

5 reasons why you should study abroad in Singapore
3 min read 3 min

Small but mighty Singapore is a melting pot of cultures, where food, cleanliness and shopping are all taken very seriously. It also boasts many top ac...

10 Netflix teen drama shows to learn a language with
4 min read 4 min

Volume up, dubbing off. As these Netflix shows prove, you can learn a lot from fictional high schools—maybe even a new language.They’re cool, they’re ...

Here’s how your brain changes when you learn a language – what a University of Tokyo study showed us
3 min read 3 min

In a joint research project with EF Education First and the University of Tokyo, it was revealed for the first time that significant changes in brain ...

14 (more) Japanese words with no English translations
3 min read 3 min

While my first post about Japanese words with no English translation was centered around words that have to do with work, this second part takes a loo...

40 questions to make you a virtual pub quiz master
4 min read 4 min

During these strange and wacky days, where we all find ourselves with lots of spare time, people have been finding interesting and resourceful ways to...

How to make yourself more competitive in the job market: 5 tips
4 min read 4 min

Having a good education isn’t enough to land you your dream job in today’s competitive job market – you need the right mix of education, experience an...

Learning a language abroad during COVID-19 – here’s what our students say
8 min read 8 min

Here at EF, we’re committed to opening the world through education and to making sure that learning never stops. Throughout these tumultuous times, we...

Online learning vs. in-person classes – what’s better?
6 min read 6 min

With ever-changing landscapes and new global challenges, educators and learners around the world have had to adapt. In this new era, connecting with f...

5 feel-good Netflix shows to binge watch this fall
3 min read 3 min

Hey, you! Stop what you’re doing. Here’s an article that may just provide the inspiration you need to create a little bit of bliss this fall. We’re ta...

10 reasons to love Boston
5 min read 5 min

One of the biggest cities in New England and perched on a stretch of beautiful North American coastline, Boston is popular with locals, tourists and s...

5 ways to keep kids busy and motivated at home
3 min read 3 min

When your child steps outside of the classroom, their learning doesn’t stop there. Another great place for your child to learn? Your home. Simple day-...