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20 German Verbs That Look Like English, But Aren’t

Be careful! Many German verbs look just like English ones but have wildly different meanings, leading to hilarious and embarrassing…

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The Unmoved Lip: Phonetics of Ventriloquism

The magic of ventriloquism isn't just misdirection; it's a masterclass in applied phonetics. Performers overcome the challenge of lip-based sounds…

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The Most Beautiful Words in English

What makes a word beautiful? Is it the way it rolls off the tongue, the profound meaning it holds, or…

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How Shakespeare Changed the English Language

Ever used the word 'fashionable' or found yourself 'in a pickle'? You have William Shakespeare to thank. This post explores…

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The 10 Hardest English Words to Pronounce

Ever stumbled over 'Worcestershire' or 'anemone'? This guide breaks down 10 of the hardest English words to pronounce, offering simple…

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Counting on Your Body: Papuan Numerals

What if '27' wasn't an abstract number, but a specific place on your body like 'the other-side little finger'? Journey…

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The Deafblind Alphabet: Tadoma and Lorm

How do you communicate when you can neither see nor hear? This post explores the incredible world of deafblind communication,…

4 months ago

AI’s Language Puzzle: Who Has the Telescope?

Consider the classic riddle: "I saw a man on a hill with a telescope." This simple sentence, which can mean…

4 months ago

Typo Disasters: When Bad Fonts Cost Fortunes

Can a font choice really cost a company millions? From a single misplaced letter that nearly bankrupted a business to…

4 months ago

The Man Who Spoke Only in Numbers

Following a severe stroke, a brilliant Russian scientist lost his ability to speak—but found a new voice in the language…

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