Asian Languages

The Chameleon Tone: Unlocking the Musical Logic of Mandarin’s Tone Sandhi

Mandarin is famously a tonal language, but what many learners quickly discover is that the tones they memorize often change…

3 weeks ago

Speaking in Tones: The Art and Science of Politeness in Japanese (Keigo)

Beyond "konnichiwa" lies Keigo, a complex system of Japanese politeness that goes far beyond simple pleasantries. This linguistic art form…

3 weeks ago

Famous Mistranslations: The “Let Them Eat Cake” of the East

Just as the West has its infamous mistranslation of Marie Antoinette's "Let them eat cake", the East too has seen…

2 years ago

Exploring the Origins of the Korean Alphabet: Hangul

Hangul, the writing system of the Korean language, boasts a unique, rich, and significant historical pedigree that sets it apart…

2 years ago

What is the Difference Between Hiragana, Katakana, and Kanji?

Learning a new language can be challenging, especially when it has a completely different writing system from your own. For…

2 years ago

What Makes Japanese Difficult to Learn?

The Japanese language, often seen as a formidable challenge for language learners worldwide, can appear intricate and complex, particularly for…

2 years ago

What Makes Mandarin Chinese Difficult to Learn?

Learning a new language is always a rewarding yet challenging endeavor, and Mandarin Chinese is no exception. Touted as one…

2 years ago

Korean Books for Beginner to Intermediate Learners

Are you on the lookout for compelling literature to aid your Korean learning journey? Reading Korean books can give your…

2 years ago

Chinese Books for Beginner to Intermediate Learners

The quest to learn a new language can be a daunting task. This becomes particularly so when it comes to…

2 years ago

Japanese Books for Beginner to Intermediate Learners

Japanese literature is an unexplored treasure trove for many. It holds a mirror to the heart of Japanese culture and…

2 years ago

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