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Which Language Should I Learn Italian or German

Making a decision about which foreign language to learn can be a daunting task, considering the array of languages available. In this discussion, we are focusing on two of the world's largest languages: Italian and German. Both have their unique b...

What is the Easiest Language to Learn?

People learn languages for all sorts of reasons. It could that you have a specific purpose for learning a particular language, or it could just be that you want to learn one as a hobby. In the latter case you may decide that you want to start with...

Do you Really Understand 80% of a Language if you Learn 1000 Words?

I read this a lot, learn the most frequent 1000 words (or 2000, it depends on the source) and you understand 80% (or 90%, it depends on the source) of the language. It’s a statement that is so deeply embedded in language learning that it appears e...

5 Ways Not to Suck at Learning Languages

You imagine yourself speaking another language fluently, laughing with the natives as you order another beer. You make a throwaway comment about how the beer is better than in your country. “Oh. I didn’t know you weren’t from here”, says the barma...

Useful Chrome Plugins for Language Learners

Like many people, I’m a fan of both the simplicity of the Chrome browser and the power of its extensions. Where I find that extensions really come in handy is in the realm of language learning. The internet is really useful for practicing reading ...

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