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The time is now: 8 reasons to learn a new language
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Almost everyone can name one language they want to learn – Japanese is on my bucket list. But almost everyone has myriad excuses why they are not yet ...

Give a gift that lasts for life
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As children grow up (this also applies to grown-up children), finding a gift that keeps the sparkle in their eyes after the wrapping paper is tossed a...

7 British counties you probably can’t pronounce
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If you’ve spent time in the UK, you’ll know that we have a LOT of counties, which are the smaller regions of the country that the nation is split into...

5 English tongue twisters guaranteed to trip you up
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There is no better way to practice pronunciation and work on your accent than trying out some English tongue twisters – phrases or sequences of words ...

How posh are you?
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When it comes to English accents, the poshest is undoubtedly British English. We’re not sure if it’s the royal family, everyone’s obsession with Jane ...

How to convince your parents to let you study abroad
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Here’s the good news: Studying abroad is the ultimate investment in your future. And here’s the not-so-good news: It’s an investment that happens far ...

10 blogs to learn English with
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We’ve already brought you our pick of the best podcasts, TV series, and even songs to learn English with. “So, what’s next?” we hear your cry. Blogs? ...

Why English speakers should learn a second language
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For those of us hailing from an English-speaking country, we are blessed to have learned English from birth. We don’t have to join the over 1 billion ...

Learn English with news: 10 best outlets and apps
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Staying up-to-date with the latest world developments is vital, but what if you’re not fluent in English and find it hard to understand some of the st...

12 tips on how to live with a host family
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Studying abroad is full of adventures – everything is different and exciting, including your new (homestay) family. All of a sudden, you share everyth...

How to learn a language faster – 4 easy techniques
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So you’re itching to study abroad in Spain, go on a road trip around the US, or spend a summer surfing in Hawaii, and to make the most of the experien...

Best in class: 4 tips for learning a new language faster
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Just taking some language classes isn’t enough to become fluent. Studying (and mastering!) a foreign language requires effort, persistence and patienc...