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A guide to Honduran Spanish
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La famiglia (the family) is an integral and intricate part of Italian culture. Sure, it may at times be portrayed...
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Are there Arabic words in Spanish? Yes, there are certainly Spanish words of Arabic origin that we use every day....
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Bolivian Spanish has regional idiosyncrasies that draw from the diversity of indigenous languages spoken across the country. Any Spanish-language learner...
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Mastering the art of small talk in Spanish
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7 resources to boost your Spanish reading practice
When learning a new language, it’s tempting to focus mostly on speaking and listening skills. But a consistent Spanish reading...
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Language wins: A student’s journey to her dream job in France
2024 is the year of language wins! We guide our students to conquer their language aspirations, transform their lives through...
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How to master the German subjunctive mood
Understanding the German subjunctive mood is essential for all German learners. Knowing how and when to use the Subjunctive 1...
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Three Kings’ Day: What is it and how is it celebrated?
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The Sorbian language: Where is it spoken?
The Sorbian language is part of the West Slavic group of languages. Comprising two major dialects, Upper Sorbian (hornjoserbšćina) and...
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9 German wedding traditions that may surprise you
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