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The World’s Tonal Atlas: Where Pitch is Meaning

Imagine if saying "horse" with a rising pitch turned it into "mother." For over half the world's population, this isn't…

2 weeks ago

The Great Banana Debate: A Spanish Word Guide

Ordering a banana in Spanish seems simple, but it can lead to some delicious confusion. Is it a `plátano`, `banana`,…

2 weeks ago

The History of Spanish Influence in America

Long before the English arrived, Spanish explorers and settlers left an indelible mark on the landscape and language of North…

2 weeks ago

The Lies on the Map: When Placenames Deceive

We trust our maps to tell us the truth, but what if they're lying? From Greenland's icy shores named to…

3 weeks ago

The Verbal Compass: How Rivers Define Direction

Forget North and South. For speakers of some languages, the entire world is oriented not by a magnetic pole, but…

3 weeks ago

Cultural References in Spanish: An Extra Layer of Learning

When learning a new language, one of the most intriguing but challenging aspects is understanding its cultural references. These references…

2 years ago

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