grammar

The Language of Loss: Linguistic Patterns in Dementia

Dementia does more than steal memories; it systematically unravels the very fabric of language. This post explores the specific linguistic…

4 months ago

More Than a Suffix: The World of Clitics

What do 'll in "we'll" and 's in "cat's" have in common? They are clitics—phonologically weak words that can't stand…

4 months ago

Can You Learn Two Romance Languages at Once?

It’s a tempting thought for any language enthusiast: why not learn Spanish and Italian at the same time? Their shared…

4 months ago

Can a Spaniard Actually Understand an Italian?

Ever wondered if a Spanish speaker from Madrid could chat with an Italian from Rome without a dictionary? We explore…

4 months ago

The Ultimate Language Journal Guide

Think a language journal is just for vocabulary lists? Think again. We'll show you how to transform a simple notebook…

4 months ago

Why Your Language Learning Has Plateaued

Feeling stuck in your language learning journey? You're not alone. The intermediate plateau is a common hurdle where progress seems…

4 months ago

The Real Reason You’re Bad at Languages

Have you ever thought you just don't have the "language gene"? The truth is, your struggles likely have nothing to…

4 months ago

Learning vs. Acquisition: The Big Secret

Ever wonder why years of high school French left you unable to order a coffee, while others seem to soak…

4 months ago

Why Does ‘Agua’ Use ‘El’? A Spanish Gender Rule Mystery

If 'agua' ends in -a, why do we say 'el agua'? This common Spanish grammar question isn't an exception to…

4 months ago

5 Spanish Idioms That Make No Sense in English

Ever wondered why a Spanish speaker might 'throw the house out the window' or accuse someone of 'being like a…

4 months ago

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