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How to start learning a foreign language successfully
How do you make sure you set yourself up for success? The most important aspect of language learning is a solid understanding of how a sentence is formed and how we can alter it. Being able to serve our own language needs is an incredibly useful skill to master, when...
An Englishman abroad – Why bother learning the language?
Learning Greek had never occurred to me. But now I understand why some people might go through the hardship of enrolling in a Greek course, hoping to speak Greek fluently one day... Like many of us, I suspect, I was taught French as a foreign language at school and...
On a scale of 1-10 how hard is it to learn Greek?
As a former Greek language learner myself, I firmly believe it very much depends on your understanding of how languages work and your dedication to a particular language. Although many would argue Greek is hard to learn, I found it much easier than for example German,...
Is it a good idea to learn Greek?
If you travel to Greece frequently, then yes, absolutely! Learning Modern Greek of course takes a lot of time and dedication but you don’t need to take your efforts all the way to proficiency; Greeks will really appreciate the fact you are learning their language...
The Modern Greek alphabet explained
Modern Greek pronunciation is accessible and mostly consistent, with a few nuances. This guide will walk you through the essentials of each sound, including vowels, consonants, diphthongs, stress patterns, and other details to help you master pronunciation. 1. The...
Is it hard to learn Modern Greek?
Learning Modern Greek can be challenging, but it's certainly manageable with the right approach. Greek is a very beautiful language and is certainly worth the effort. Here are some factors to consider: 1. Alphabet The Greek alphabet might be the first hurdle, as it's...
How important is it to speak foreign languages when we travel?
Why should we learn foreign languages? I know, I know... everyone speaks English (or at least should, as we believe..). This is how we comfort ourselves and we convince ourselves that we can get by just ok, when we travel. We rely on Google translate, apps and lately,...
The hardest languages to learn
The difficulty of learning a language depends on factors such as its linguistic distance from your native language, complexity of grammar, pronunciation, writing system, and the level of immersion available. Here are some of the most challenging languages for English...
How Children Learn a Language: Unlocking the Secrets of Natural Language Acquisition
Language acquisition is one of the most remarkable aspects of childhood development. By the time children reach school age, they typically have a solid grasp of their native language(s) — including complex grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation. This amazing feat,...