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Category: Language

Joseph and his brother in Iran, two bilingual Iranian-americans
  • Culture

Confessions of a Bilingual: Raw Perspective From A Persian-American Linguist

  • by Ben Peters
  • Posted on January 29, 2021February 3, 2021

If you’ve ever studied a foreign language, you know how much of a grind the…

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an example of an affirmation "punch today in the face"
  • Culture

15 Powerful Affirmations To Live By

  • by Ben Peters
  • Posted on October 31, 2020January 23, 2020

When I was in grade school, my teachers had inspirational quotes and affirmations spread all…

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a couple talking in a foreign language over coffee
  • Language

The Psychology of Speaking in a Foreign Language

  • by Ben Peters
  • Posted on October 24, 2020January 24, 2020

The conversation among students of a foreign language usually centers on topics such as grammar,…

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a deck of golden cards and die representing the magic of foreign languages
  • Language

The Magic of Speaking in a Foreign Language

  • by Ben Peters
  • Posted on October 10, 2020January 24, 2020

In middle school, I had Hispanic friends who would often speak Spanish within earshot of…

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A man with a hand of ace and king of hearts ready to go all in because he believes he will be successful
  • Language

I Would Rather Die Trying (Prefiero Morir en el Intento)

  • by Ben Peters
  • Posted on May 21, 2020November 21, 2019

One of my favorite Spanish expressions is prefiero morir en el intento (que no intentar)…

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a smart phone dictionary easy to look up words with
  • Language

7 Reasons You Should Look Up Words You Don’t Know

  • by Ben Peters
  • Posted on April 1, 2020January 20, 2020

This is one of the easiest articles I have ever written because what I talk…

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passport with map of the 50 united states
  • Language

Map of the Most Common Second Language By US State (Excluding Spanish)

  • by Ben Peters
  • Posted on March 18, 2020January 20, 2020

Today I came across a cool map that lists the most common language spoken by…

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Many stone faces representing the many personalities of a linguist
  • Language

I Have Multiple Personalities (Confessions of a Linguist)

  • by Ben Peters
  • Posted on January 23, 2020January 23, 2020

Experienced linguists knew exactly what I meant when they read the title. The biggest goal…

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A man in a woman taking pictures while traveling in a foreign country
  • Language

Travel Is Not The Best Way To Improve Your Foreign Language Skills (The Myth of Immersion)

  • by Ben Peters
  • Posted on December 28, 2019November 21, 2019

People take it for granted that the best way to learn a foreign language is…

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A likable woman smiling
  • Culture

A Phrase that Instantly Increases Your Likability

  • by Ben Peters
  • Posted on November 6, 2019November 4, 2019

Sometimes we need help from others. And sometimes others need help from us. Whether it’s…

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A smartphone in a foreign language
  • Language

How Long it Takes to Become Fluent in a Foreign Language

  • by Ben Peters
  • Posted on September 21, 2019September 21, 2019

Fluency is the ultimate goal of studying a foreign language. Fluent speakers can express themselves…

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A Colombian traveler standing with arms spread in Washington, D.C.
  • Culture

Life in the United States: Confessions of a Colombian Traveler

  • by Ben Peters
  • Posted on September 8, 2019January 23, 2021

People traveling to the United States for the first time often don’t know what to…

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A smiling Celeste Headlee engaged in conversation
  • Culture

10 Ways To Have a Better Conversation (Celeste Headlee)

  • by Ben Peters
  • Posted on September 6, 2019January 13, 2020

The average person speaks around 15-25,000 words in a day. Going a day without conversation…

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A Spanish foreign language sign with the word hola
  • Language

Pro Tips For Improving Your Accent In Any Foreign Language Featuring a University Professor

  • by Ben Peters
  • Posted on September 1, 2019September 1, 2019

Your accent is the first thing people notice when you speak in a foreign language.…

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The desk of a foreign language student with a book, map, and pen
  • Language

This daily habit will dramatically increase your foreign language proficiency (intermediate and advanced speakers only!)

  • by Ben Peters
  • Posted on August 15, 2019August 16, 2019

Language is something I am really passionate about. I have studied Spanish on and off…

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HelloTalk community app
  • Language

The #1 Mistake HelloTalk Users Make

  • by Ben Peters
  • Posted on July 29, 2019August 13, 2019

HelloTalk is the world’s leading language exchange application. Thousands of people regularly use the program…

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The free Linguee application for foreign language acquisition
  • Language

Linguee, The Free App Every Foreign Language Student Should Download

  • by Ben Peters
  • Posted on July 17, 2019August 13, 2019

What is the most important tool for learning a foreign language? The answer is a…

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