So you’re making some good progress with your German, but you just can’t seem to remember the genders.
And, as if having three different genders weren’t enough, they change depending on the context, too!
How to Remember German Genders Efficiently
How to Find a Vocabulary Learning Method that Works for You
Struggling to figure out the most effective way to study vocabulary for you?
Every learner, teacher, blogger, and language expert seems to have their own theory about what works best when it comes to learning new vocabulary.
But what works for one person may not work well for another.
So, how can you know which method is the right method for you?
Keep reading to find out for yourself.
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Overcome These Common Obstacles to Make Strides in Your Language Studies
As with anything in life, learning a new language has its ups and downs. Sometimes we feel elated - inspired and driven. Other times, we feel frustrated or ambivalent about the process.
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Study Smarter: 7 Study Hacks to Stay on Top of Your Language Studies
Feel like you’re falling behind with your studies?
Or maybe you just want to get the most out of your study sesh?
Keep reading for 7 easy to implement study strategies.
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5 Ways to Memorize New Words in a Flash and Expand your Vocabulary
Need to memorize new words for an upcoming quiz in a short period of time? Sick of asking how to say a particular word over and over again? Or are you simply making a concerted effort to expand your vocabulary?
Whatever the motivation, these 5 easy tricks will have you using new words when speaking and writing in your target language in no time at all.
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How to Build Your French Vocabulary
Having an extensive French vocabulary can make communication easier all round. It not only helps us express ourselves better but also understand others better too.
Equally, your vocabulary, or lack thereof, can limit your interactions. Ever had one of those moments where you think you understand what someone is saying from context, but you don’t know the one crucial word they’re using? Or perhaps, you’ve tried to describe something very specific but find yourself searching for that one important missing word? Continue reading “How to Build Your French Vocabulary”
How to Sound Smart, Have Engaging Conversations and Give Inspired Presentations
Want to make a killer first impression? Outward appearances, body language, and overall confidence definitely play a role, but sometimes we underestimate just how important what we say and how we say it can be when it comes to creating a lasting impression.
Giving an articulate and well-informed presentation can raise you up in the ranks at work. Similarly, an engaging conversation with an important client can reassure them of your competence and create a stable on-going relationship.
So, what can you do to make yourself not just sound smarter, but also create better relationships? Keep reading to find out more.
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What’s the Best Way to Learn Spanish?
¿Quieres aprender español? ¡Muy bien! But what’s the best way to go about it?
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5 Best Language Learning Apps You Should Try To Improve Your Vocabulary
Ever feel like you have lots to say but you lack the vocabulary to put your ideas into words?
Simplifying your ideas can help. Explaining your way around a missing word often works well too. But sometimes, you just need to suck it up and dedicate more time to learning new vocabulary. Especially, if your work uses technical language or you need to communicate with clients in a foreign language.
So, you’ve decided you want to do something about it but where to start?
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Flashcard App Comparison: Reji vs Anki vs Quizlet
Flashcards should be a staple part of any students’ study routine. You can use them to memorize and drill anything from vocabulary to verb conjugations or lexical chunks. The trick is to stick with it and review at regular intervals so you don’t forget all that useful info. (Learn more about how our brains memorize new words and retain information, and how to harness this in my previous post here.)
The most simple flashcards have a word written in your first language on one side and the translation in your target language on the other side, but flashcards have come a long way from the homemade handwritten variety. Now, there are loads of great apps with lots of cool features which you can use to review anytime, anywhere, on the go. Much more convenient than lugging a stack of cards to the library with you.
But, which app is right for you? In this blog post, we look at the pros and cons of 3 flashcard apps - Reji, Anki, and Quizlet. Keep reading to find out more.
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