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Midsummer bonfires are conidered purifying.

Engaging language learning: festivals in Latvia and Norway

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Latvia and Norway, both rich in traditions, offer unique festivals that provide perfect opportunities to immerse yourself in the language while experiencing local customs.

ThisĀ 30-day language challengeĀ is designed for absolute beginners who want to build confidence quickly. Each day focuses on a small, achievable task that gradually builds your skills. Ready to dive in? Letā€™s go!

30-Day Challenge for Language Beginners

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ThisĀ 30-day language challengeĀ is designed for absolute beginners who want to build confidence quickly. Each day focuses on a small, achievable task that gradually builds your skills. Ready to dive in? Letā€™s go!

Vasarā laikapstākļi ir labvēlÄ«gi, lai mācÄ«tos ārā ā€“ parkā, pie jÅ«ras vai dārzā.

Vasara ā€“ lielisks laiks, lai apgÅ«tu jaunu valodu

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Vasarā laikapstākļi ir labvēlÄ«gi, lai mācÄ«tos ārā ā€“ parkā, pie jÅ«ras vai dārzā. Mainot vidi, arÄ« mācÄ«bu process kļūst patÄ«kamāks un efektÄ«vāks. Turklāt, ja mācāties ar draugiem vai grupā, Ŕādas neformālas tikÅ”anās padara valodas apguvi daudz jautrāku un motivējoŔāku.

What happens when language itself becomes the obstacle?

When words fail: navigating love and friendship across languages

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Love and friendship often rely on shared experiences, mutual understanding ā€” and yes, words. But what happens when language itself becomes the obstacle?

Kā nepazaudēt motivāciju valodas apguves laikā

Kā nepazaudēt motivāciju valodas apguves laikā

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Valodas mācÄ«Å”anās sākumā viss Ŕķiet aizraujoÅ”i ā€” jauni vārdi, pirmās frāzes, sajÅ«ta, ka atveras jauna pasaule. Taču pēc kāda laika motivācija var sākt noplakt: rodas nogurums, Ŕķiet, ka progress apstājas, un grÅ«ti atrast laiku. Šādos brīžos ir svarÄ«gi atcerēties, ka Å”aubas ir jebkura mācÄ«bu procesa sastāvdaļa. Tālāk piedāvājam dažus efektÄ«vus veidus, kā uzturēt motivāciju dzÄ«vu.

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Boost language skills: why repetition matters

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Learning a new language is an exciting journey, but retaining that knowledge over time can be a real challenge. Many language learners find that after an initial period of progress, their skills begin to fade if not consistently used. This phenomenon is not unique to languagesā€”itā€™s a natural part of how memory works. Regular repetition is key to keeping language knowledge fresh, functional, and ready for real-world use.

Baltic Media, valodu kursi, valodas

Valodu kursi ā€“ tilts uz jaunām draudzÄ«bām

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Valodu kursi bieži vien pulcē cilvēkus ar starpkultÅ«ru interesēm, ceļoÅ”anas pieredzi vai radoÅ”u domāŔanu ā€“ Ä«paŔībām, kas veido pamatu savstarpējai saskaņai.

Baltic Media, valodu kursi, valodu apguve

Kāpēc mācÄ«ties sveÅ”valodu nekad nav par vēlu?

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Daudzi cilvēki uzskata, ka sveÅ”valodu apguve ir tikai jaunu cilvēku privilēģija. Bet vai tieŔām? Realitāte pierāda pretējo ā€“ valodas var apgÅ«t jebkurā vecumā, un tam ir daudz priekÅ”rocÄ«bu. Valodas apguve liek prātam nepagurt un ienes ikdienas dzÄ«vē jaunas vēsmas.

Baltic Media, language courses, language centre

Why Icelanders Resist New Words in Their Language?

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Iceland is known not only for its stunning landscapes but also for its deep-rooted linguistic purism. While many countries adopt foreign words with easeā€”particularly English terms in the digital ageā€”Iceland stands apart in its effort to preserve its languageā€™s purity. But why do Icelanders resist new words, and how does this compare with other languages?

Baltic Media, languages, translation

Bilingual Brains: Do Translators Think Differently?

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Bilingual brainsā€”and particularly those of translatorsā€”do think differently. They constantly shift between structures, meanings, and cultural norms. It's not just about speaking two languagesā€”it's about living in two (or more) worlds at once.

Baltic Media, languages, language courses

The Benefits of Learning Niche Languages

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In a globalized world, major languages like English, Spanish, and Mandarin dominate communication. But thereā€™s growing valueā€”professionally and personallyā€”in learning lesser-known or ā€œnicheā€ languages. Whether you're studying Latvian, Icelandic, or Finnish, hereā€™s why these languages are worth your time.

Baltic Media, languages, language courses

What Makes a Language Difficult to Learn? Myths vs. Reality

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When people talk about learning a new language, youā€™ll often hear things like ā€œChinese is impossible!ā€ or ā€œYou need to grow up with Russian to ever get it right.ā€ But what really makes a language difficult to learn? Letā€™s break down the myths and look at the realityā€”with examples from various languages offered in many European language courses.

Baltic Media, languages, language courses

How Different Languages Express Time and Why It Matters

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Time is something we all experienceā€”but how we talk about it can vary drastically across languages. These differences shape not only how we speak, but also how we think, plan, and relate to the world. Hereā€™s a quick look at how various languages express timeā€”and why itā€™s more than just grammar.

Baltic Media, language courses, language center

How Learning a New Language Affects Your Native Language

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Learning a new language is often seen as a way to expand horizons, travel more confidently, or improve career prospects. But what many people donā€™t realize is that learning a second language can also influence the way we use and understand our native language. This relationship is more dynamic than you might expect.

Baltic Media, linguistics, languages

The Connection Between Multilingualism and Creativity

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In a world that increasingly values innovation and adaptability, creativity has become one of the most important skills to cultivate. Interestingly, one of the less obvious ways to boost creativity is through multilingualism. While learning multiple languages is often associated with better communication and job prospects, research and real-world experience suggest it also plays a significant role in shaping a more creative mind.

Cik ilgs laiks nepiecieŔams, lai apgūtu jaunu valodu? - Baltic Media

Cik ilgs laiks nepiecieÅ”ams, lai apgÅ«tu jaunu valodu?

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Jaunas valodas apguve ir aizraujoÅ”s, bet reizē arÄ« izaicinoÅ”s process. Cik ilgu laiku tas prasÄ«s, ir atkarÄ«gs no dažādiem faktoriem ā€“ valodas sarežģītÄ«bas, mācÄ«bu metodes, ieguldÄ«tā laika un personÄ«gajām spējām.