Grammar

The Subjunctive’s Shadow World

For many language learners, the subjunctive is a grammatical nightmare. But what if it's not just about rules? This post…

5 months ago

The Grammar of Haiku: More Than Just 5-7-5

Many writers know the 5-7-5 syllable count of haiku, but this is merely the surface. The true grammar of the…

5 months ago

Beyond Nominative: 10 Coolest Grammatical Cases

If you think cases are just for Latin or German, think again. This listicle dives into ten of the most…

5 months ago

Ser vs. Estar: The Story of a Latin Verb Split

Why do Spanish and Portuguese have two verbs for "to be"? This grammatical puzzle, a familiar hurdle for learners, isn't…

5 months ago

German Verb Focus: “Legen” vs. “Liegen”

The German language is renowned for its precise nature, allowing speakers to convey in-depth meaning through specific grammatical structures and…

2 years ago

German Verb Focus: “Reisen” vs. “Fahren”

The German language is renowned for its precision and rich vocabulary. Two words that frequently cause confusion for German learners…

2 years ago

German Verb Focus: “Machen” vs. “Tun”

Language nuances often create a challenge for non-native speakers. In German, two verbs that often cause confusion are "machen" and…

2 years ago

German Verb Focus: “Kennen” vs. “Wissen”

When learning German, you'll encounter two verbs that both translate to the English verb "to know": "kennen" and "wissen". Despite…

2 years ago

What Makes German Difficult to Learn?

Learning a new language can be an exciting, transformative, and occasionally daunting task. When it comes to learning German, it's…

2 years ago

Understanding the Subjunctive Mood in Spanish

To learn any new language, understanding its grammar is as important as learning vocabulary. While learning Spanish, one of the…

2 years ago

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