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How to Learn German at My Own Pace
Travelers planning to visit Germany can learn the German language at their own pace before visiting. Learning basic German phrases to order food at a restaurant or search for the nearest bathroom will come in handy when communicating to others. Speaking enough German to hold a conversation may offer
Eye Contact & Nonverbal Communication
Nonverbal-communication skills are important in all relationships, whether it's a business encounter or dealing with family members. One of the key aspects of good nonverbal communication, however, is eye contact.
The Game of the Life - Jinsei Geemu
I read an article that the Japanese version of "The Game of the Life" is celebrating its 40th anniversary.
Homophone Corner: Weak and Week
The commonly confused words "weak" and "week": answers to practice exercises.
Japanese Monsters - Youkai
Youkai literally means, "bewitching apparition." They include monsters, goblins, and ghouls. Unlike yuurei (ghosts), which are the souls of the dead and downright scary, youkai are comical, bizarre and mischievous in some way.
Chaotic and Inchoate: Answers to Practice Exercises
Here you'll find definitions, examples, and exercises that demonstrate the difference between the adjectives "chaotic" and "inchoate."
Exercise in Using Pronouns for Cohesion and Conciseness
This exercise will give you practice is substituting pronouns for nouns to ensure cohesion and conciseness.
How Famous Writers Really Feel About Spelling
English spelling is complicated, inconsistent, and often downright ornery. But don't take our word for it. Consider what some well-known writers have had to say about English orthography.
Je sais pas - French Mistake?
Is there anything wrong with saying "je sais pas"? Learn about this French (non) mistake.
Hospital Vocabulary List
This Mandarin Chinese vocabulary list covers the names of objects, places, and people found in the hospital. Complete with an audio pronunciation guide and animated graphics showing the stroke order of the Chinese characters.
Ancient Tools for Writing
Language has existed roughly as long as our species has. Man first started to write down language around 3200 BCE. Over the years, various tools and implements have been used for writing. In ancient times, people used several different methods of transcription, each with its own benefits and drawbac
Italian Interrogative Pronouns
Interrogative pronouns (pronomi interrogativi) are used to introduce a question. They are: chi?, che?, che cosa?, quale?, and quanto?
What's the Difference Between Hanged and Hung?
The commonly confused words "hanged" and "hung": definitions, examples, usage notes, and practice exercises.
Italian Verb Servire
The Italian verb servire: grammatical usage and examples. In Italian there are several ways to express the concept of serving or helping oneself.
Careers in Learning German
German is the 11th most widely spoken language in the world, and it is the second most popular language learned beyond the mother tongue. As a result, German language learners can find many career opportunities as teachers and general users of the language. These positions may be more useful in the
Top 15 French Expression Lessons
Idiomatic expressions are key to language learning. When you learn French, it can seem like there is always more grammar to learn, but in fact grammar lessons are finite. Expressions, on other hand, are virtually endless. No matter how much you study, it sometimes feels like there are always a coupl