At LanguageBird, all of our instructors are native speakers of the languages they teach, and they are qualified to teach their language(s). But what do we mean when we say someone is a native speaker of a language? Native Speaker …
Have you ever heard the phrase “lost in translation?” It’s an unfortunate reality that so many language students spend their time and money learning a new language only to find out they can’t carry a conversation with a native speaker. …
Although the 2021 Olympic Games have concluded, the spirit of unity across nations and peoples lingers on. For centuries, the Olympic games have been an opportunity for people across the world to showcase not only their physical aptitude in competition …
Notable author Lailah Gifty once said, “Education is the best gift my parents gave me.” As Dorothy Cohen rightly states, “No school can work well for children if parents and teachers do not act in partnership on behalf of the …
Learning a new language involves so much more than memorizing vocabulary and grammar rules. Students also need to learn the culture and how to speak naturally in the target language. After all, the goal of learning a new language is …
If you love cats and are looking for a language to learn online, German may be the perfect fit for you! In Germany, the most popular household pets are cats with 25% of households calling themselves home to a feline …
Language students have been teaching themselves for many decades through books on tape, computer software, and textbooks. In recent years, language learning apps have developed as a flexible, affordable way for students to learn a new language. As convenient as …
If you have a child in junior high or high school you are likely aware of how important it is for them to be exposed to other cultures and languages. There are a lot of choices out there for your …
When preparing to get to college, it’s often challenging to incorporate everything into your learning schedule, including learning a foreign language. That is why online language courses have become rapidly popular among high school students. Additionally, learning new languages online …
Everyone appreciates a greeting in their own native tongue. Learning holiday expressions from around the world is a fun way to bring us all a little closer. Check out these fun holiday expressions from around the world and impress your …