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Did You Know Santa Speaks Finnish? A Nordic Twist to Your Holiday Language Learning

While children around the world write their Christmas lists, the address is always the same: the North Pole. But did you know that, officially, Santa Claus callsĀ Finnish-speaking Finland his home? The enchanting Arctic region of Lapland is his official postal address!

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Festive film & music guide: watch & listen your way to fluency

The holidays are almost here, bringing magic, relaxation… and a perfect opportunity to boost your language skills! Forget the textbook for a moment. This season, you can immerse yourself in the sounds and stories of your target language through classic festive films and music. It’s a delightful, effective way to train your ear and learn cultural nuances.

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Jauns gads, jaunas valodas: kuru valodu apgÅ«t 2026. gadā?

Kāds ir tavs ierastais Jaungada rituāls? Daudzi no mums, atvadoties no aizejoŔā gada, apdomā dažādas… hm… ā€œoptimistiskasā€ apņemÅ”anās. ā€œNo pirmā janvāra katru dienu sportoÅ”u!ā€ vai ā€œPārtikÅ”u tikai no zaļajiem dārzeņiem!ā€. GodÄ«gi? Lielākā daļa Å”o apņēmumu izgaisuÅ”i jau lÄ«dz februāra sākumam. Bet Å”ogad iesakām nospraust mērÄ·i, kas nesÄ«s izaugsmi, bÅ«s pilns piedzÄ«vojumu un varbÅ«t pat jaunu draudzÄ«bu: apgÅ«t jaunu valodu!

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Bad Words You Should Know (For Your Own Safety): Linguistic Self-Defense 101

Let's be honest: the most thrilling part of learning a new language isn't ordering a coffee or asking for directions. It’s the secret, slightly forbidden world ofĀ thoseĀ words. The ones your tutor might skip over.

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Which language should you learn based on your favorite pizza topping?

Forget complex personality tests and in-depth career assessments. Sometimes, the deepest truths about ourselves are revealed in the simplest choices. Like what we order on a Friday night. That’s right—we believe your go-to pizza topping is a direct window into your soul… and the perfect language for you to learn.

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If languages were dating profiles: find your perfect linguistic match

Ever swiped through a dating app and thought, "Hmm, this person sounds like a vibe, but what if they were a language?" No? Just us? Well, buckle up, because we’re about to play matchmaker for your brain. Choosing a language to learn is a lot like finding a partner—it requires commitment, patience, and a good sense of whether they’ll argue with you over grammar or bring you croissants.

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Why Language Learning is a Core Strategic Investment for 2026

As we look toward 2026, the most successful companies are shifting their view of language training from a casual perk to a vital strategic pillar. Discover how it fuels global agility, unlocks innovation, and is the key to thriving in a hybrid, distributed world.

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Is French really the ‘Language of Love’? The surprising science of how it sounds

We’ve all heard the clichĆ©: French is the language of love. It’s whispered in romantic films and cited as a reason for a Parisian getaway. But is there any scientific truth behind this charming label, or is it just a cultural stereotype? The answer may lie in the unique sounds of the language itself.