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The Power of Language for Content Creators

by Joe Fitzpatrick | Aug 25, 2023

Discover how a few words in a foreign language can take your content global.

Architects Who Know a Foreign Language Have an Edge

by Joe Fitzpatrick | Jul 20, 2023

Discover the benefits architects gain from learning a second language, from improved communication skills to deeper cultural understanding.

Strategies to Overcome Foreign Language Anxiety

by Joe Fitzpatrick | Jun 14, 2023

Learn effective techniques to overcome foreign language anxiety and enhance your language learning experience.

Why Customer Support Teams Should Study Foreign Languages

by Joe Fitzpatrick | May 16, 2023

Language learning is an overlooked way to improve customer service performance, while giving agents a great professional development opportunity.

Seven Reasons to Learn Korean

by Sigrid Victoria Laurent | May 9, 2023

Discover the 7 compelling reasons why learning Korean has become more accessible and rewarding than ever before.

What's the Best Time of Day to Study a Language?

by Joe Fitzpatrick | Mar 28, 2023 | Learn

Sleep, motivation, and other external factors play a role in our study habits. So, when is the best time to study? As we’re all different and can’t systemize every operation involved in learning a language, a regular routine of short, focused study sessions is a great springboard.

Is Colloquial German the Same as German Slang? | Lingvist

by Olga Ivanova | Mar 21, 2023 | Learn-german

The terms “Umgangssprache” and “slang” are often used interchangeably. Read on to explore the main differences between colloquial German and German slang!

French Friendship Quotes from Poems and Proverbs | Lingvist

by Michelle Baumgartner | Mar 20, 2023 | Learn-french

French friendship quotes from idioms, poetry, proverbs, literature, and films can help you find just the right words to express your amicable feelings.

Unique Québécois French Words and Expressions | Lingvist

by Michelle Baumgartner | Mar 17, 2023 | Learn-french

Québécois French represents a unique mixture of history, geography, and culture, enriching the francophone world with its vibrant expressions.

Russian Movies for Learning the Language

by Olga Ivanova | Mar 8, 2023 | Learn-russian

Find out why learning Russian by watching movies is easy and fun, as well as which ones are the best for learning the language!

Breaking down global language barriers

by Raconteur | Mar 5, 2023

Globalisation has given companies distributed teams, new opportunities to expand or sell abroad, and access to the best talent anywhere. Is it about time the C-suite embraced language learning?

Read and Understand Don Quixote in Spanish

by Daniela Bárcenas | Mar 1, 2023 | Learn-spanish

We created a very helpful list of phrases to analyze Don Quixote in Spanish that will help your reading become lighter and more enjoyable.

Discover French Dialects Throughout the World

by Michelle Baumgartner | Feb 28, 2023 | Learn-french

French dialects show the diversity of French as a global language, connecting people and ideas from many countries and cultures.

What did we do in 2022?

by The Lingvist team | Feb 8, 2023 | New

Here’s a quick summary of all the changes we made in 2022 to support your learning.

The Best German Books Based on Your Vocabulary | Lingvist

by Olga Ivanova | Feb 8, 2023 | Learn-german

Lingvist uses special technology to assess your vocabulary. Find out the best German books that you can read based on your Lingvist vocabulary estimate!

8 of the best films to improve your French

by Michelle Baumgartner | Jan 18, 2023 | Learn-french

Become more fluent in French with some of the best films in French from around the world. Get the popcorn ready and enjoy!

Explore English Variations Across the Planet

by Michelle Baumgartner | Nov 16, 2022 | Learn

English mixes with diverse cultures in Europe, Africa, Asia, and the Americas, with variations that enrich it as a native language and lingua franca.

New Spanish words to add to your vocabulary

by Daniela Bárcenas | Nov 16, 2022 | Learn-spanish

Studying a language is a never-ending story. The RAE is always adding new words to the dictionary – you can learn about the latest additions here.

Best YouTube Channels for Learning German

by Olga Ivanova | Nov 16, 2022

Whether you are a beginner or an expert German learner, there is something for you on YouTube. To help you navigate the vast seas of video content, we have found the best YouTube channels for learning German.

10 Untranslatable German Words

by Olga Ivanova | Oct 26, 2022 | Learn-german

The next time you are struggling to express yourself in English and can’t find the right word, think in German for a change. In this article, you will find some perfectly beautiful, untranslatable German words.

Swiss German Phrases and Slang

by Olga Ivanova | Oct 26, 2022 | Learn-german

Whether you are going to Switzerland for work or leisure, you absolutely need to know these unique Swiss German phrases and slang expressions that are largely different from Standard German.

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