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30 Amusing Dutch Words
Learning a new language can be hard, frustrating even… but it can also be fun. You just have to know where to look. Luckily for me, you don’t have to look too far to find funny sounding…
How different languages came up with words for colors
Color words change when people draw analogies with items in their environment.
Do you know all the words in our teen slang glossary?
If it feels like you need a translator to understand your teenager, help is on the way. Here is your teen speak glossary.
What are sight words, high-frequency words and Dolch words?
That Fun Reading Teacher offers an explanation of what sight words, high-frequency, high-utility and Dolch words are, explains their importance and provides a link to some great word games!
How new words are born
English speakers already have over a million words at our disposal – so why are we adding 1,000 new ones a year to the lexicon? And how?
Lost in Translation: Words with incredible meanings
A new book reveals 50 distinctive terms from around the world, including a Swedish word meaning ‘the road-like reflection of the moon on water’.
What Our Words Tell Us
Gradual shifts in language use over the centuries reflect tectonic shifts in culture.
Which Language Did English Borrow These Words From?
If you can get most of these right, you're a linguistics genius!
Column: Mysterious words and being a lifetime learner
There are many words that I understand the meaning of in context but could not give a textbook or dictionary-quality definition for.
15 Forgotten English Words You Should Know
Please note: Some are mildly disturbing. But it’s mostly just a wonder and a joy that these words exist
English words you need to know for effective communication
How many English words do you need to know for effective communication? We will help you with increasing your vocabulary and improving your English.
English Words With New Meanings in Other Languages
You won't want to ask for a "cookie" in Hungary or a "gift" in Germany. Get ready to laugh when you learn their translations in other countries.
Learn These Polish Words to Avoid Embarrassing Mistranslations
To help you avoid common mistakes in Polish, we compiled a list of commonly used words that have a completely different meaning in English. | Rosetta Stone®
Learn These Two Words Before Visiting a Foreign Country
You’ve probably already downloaded Duolingo before your next big international trip, but there are two important words to know before going to any foreign-speaking land.
7 Top Tips from a Language Teacher to Help You Learn Dutch
What’s the secret to mastering that guttural ‘g’ sound that only the Dutch seem to be able to effortlessly produce? How do you get your tongue to curl to roll that ‘r’…
Not so lost in translation: How are words related?
Scientists uncover a universal pattern in word meanings, revealing insight into how words change their meanings.
17 Exposures Needed to Learn New Words
Education experts recommend the learning of vocabulary through 17 repetitions or exposures to a word over timed intervals.
29 Obscure Regional Words and Phrases We All Should Start Using
Most Helpful Words and Phrases to Learn in Every Language
Study up on these 10 words and phrases if you're traveling to a non-English-speaking country and you'll make your trip much easier.
10 Words & Phrases You Might Not Know Are Racist
Over time and with a greater understanding of one another's experiences, we can learn to communicate with greater sensitivity.
Recognizing Cognate Words: The Essential Language Learning Shortcut
If you’ve just started your language learning journey, you may be looking for shortcuts to help you learn faster. While it’s true that repetition and
