German is one of the most widely spoken languages in Europe, with over 130 million speakers across Germany, Austria, Switzerland, and beyond. Whether you’re learning German for travel, school, heritage, or business, understanding the different German dialects can help you …
Learning a new language is exciting — but when the writing system is unfamiliar, it can feel overwhelming. For English-speaking students, languages that use a different alphabet than Latin, such as Arabic or Hindi, can be especially challenging at first. …
Bonjour, French learners! As France gears up to celebrate Bastille Day (La Fête Nationale) on July 14th, it’s the perfect opportunity to build your French vocabulary while learning about one of the most iconic national holidays in the world. From …
Hola! Bonjour! Hallo! Konnichiwa! Ni hao! Hello! Learning a second language is one of the most exciting and rewarding ways to grow as a person. Whether you’re diving into Spanish for fun, studying Japanese for travel, or learning French for …
Choosing a language for your teen is a big decision. Japanese offers many unique benefits and some challenges that make it stand out from more commonly taught languages like Spanish or French. While it’s not widely available in most schools, …
If you’re thinking about learning Japanese, you’ve probably asked yourself: Is Japanese hard to learn? It’s a common question — and the answer isn’t as simple as yes or no. Japanese can be challenging, but it’s also incredibly rewarding. In …
If you’re beginning to learn Japanese, one thing becomes clear right away — Japanese doesn’t just use one alphabet. It uses three distinct writing systems: Kanji, Hiragana, and Katakana. Each has its own function, style, and history. While that might …
Schools looking to expand their language offerings and provide students with personalized learning experiences can benefit from partnering with LanguageBird. In addition to working directly with families, we collaborate with schools to offer flexible, high-quality language instruction in 15 world …
Learning a second language is rewarding but often challenging. Russian, with its unfamiliar Cyrillic alphabet and complex grammar, has a reputation for being tough. But is it really that hard? The Foreign Service Institute (FSI) classifies Russian as a Category …
By: Dr. Karyn A. Koven | That moment when you want to say something in a new language, but a little voice in your head pipes up: “Wait, is that the right verb tense? Am I pronouncing that correctly? Oh no, …