Nightwish, Lapland, and winter. Those were the 3 reasons why I wanted to learn Finnish. Okay, I don't actually love winter, but who can resist a photo of Finland in all its snowy glory? Despite it being a childhood dream of mine, I never actually got around to studying Finnish because I always had so many... Continue Reading →
What does every beginner Afrikaans learner need in their tool kit? Why, a good beginner textbook, of course! In addition to online resources such as apps, online tutorials, and video lessons, a good beginner textbook, whether in print or digital, is essential for anyone who wants to learn Afrikaans. Beginner Afrikaans textbooks offer you a... Continue Reading →
In this economy, knowing more than one language pays off. In fact, according to Salary.com, being bilingual can earn you up to 20% more than if you only spoke one language. Learning a language isn’t just for interpreters and translators: whether it’s French, Spanish, or German, speaking another language is a fantastic asset for an... Continue Reading →
Despite being a language freak, I have never studied Spanish... other than that one time in Barcelona when I wanted to order a coffee (Donde esta la biblioteca? No, that's not right). However, since I have been studying French and Italian for a number of years, it got me thinking: since these three languages are part... Continue Reading →
So, you wanna learn Afrikaans online, huh? Welcome to the language of one of the most beautiful regions of the world: Southern Africa. See the header image for this post? I took that in the Western Cape, and trust me, my camera did not do that province any justice. Besides, even if you’re not blown... Continue Reading →
One of the most common questions I get as a language learner and aspiring polyglot is how to learn multiple languages at the same time. If you're like me, trying to juggle 5 languages is a daunting task.
The Polyglot Files 