5 English words that you didn’t know come from German
German and English are more closely linked than you might think. Both languages share the same roots, and therefore a great deal of vocabulary is similar (around 60% of the lexicon).
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Months of the year in French
As you learn basic French words, you’ll realize that months in French are useful to have in your vocabulary. The French word for each month (un mois) is based on the Latin used in the Roman calendar, similar to English.
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5 most common false friends in Spanish and English
Falsos amigos – also known as false friends – are words that are identical or similar in spelling or sound in two languages, but actually have wildly different meanings. They’re tough cookies, but together we swallow them all.
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5 English idioms you’ll want to use forever
Did you know there are an estimated 25,000 idiomatic expressions in the English language? That’s more than even the smartest African Grey Parrot knows.
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50 spicy ways to use the word “fuck”
The term “fuck” is short and punchy; its usage limitless. Perhaps its most impressive quality is its versatility: it can be used as a noun, an adverb, a verb, an adjective, an interjection, or really anything you want it to be.
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6 different ways to say “sorry” in French
It’s no secret that good manners are important in the French language and within French society.
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The many origins of the word “fuck”
This sassy, controversial, comforting, profane and sacred four-letter word is finally getting the spotlight it deserves.
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Learn the days of the week in French
You probably don’t think much about the days of the week until it’s time to make your weekend plans, schedule an appointment or book a relaxing vacation.
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How to write the date in French
Want to visit Paris on Bastille Day to see the fireworks dazzle behind the Eiffel Tour? Or maybe you want to see the equally impressive Fêtes des Lumières in Lyon this year?
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French numbers: how to count from 1 to 100 in French
Un, deux, trois, quatorze?! How far can you count in French? Learn how to say all the French numbers from 1 to 100.
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