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fromEntrepreneur
1 week ago
Online learning

Entrepreneur Readers Can Now Access Every Babbel Language Course with This Special Offer | Entrepreneur

fromEntrepreneur
1 week ago
Online learning

Entrepreneur Readers Can Now Access Every Babbel Language Course with This Special Offer | Entrepreneur

#ux-design
Food & drink
fromBon Appetit
1 week ago

Finding My Roots in Hawai'i's Soil, Sea, and a Sweet Potato Salad

Experiencing cultural practices through food, language, and traditions deepens identity and connection to heritage in Wai'anae.
#french
fromwww.soccernews.com
1 week ago

New Bayer Leverkusen defender Jarell Quansah doesn't speak much German (Video) - Soccer News

Born and raised in the northwest of England, Jarell Quansah's move from Liverpool to Bayer Leverkusen at age 22 will require him to learn German.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago

My husband and I spent nearly 3 months traveling in Europe. Avoiding these 8 mistakes would've saved us time and money.

Travelers should learn to navigate public transportation and local languages to enhance their overseas experience.
#duolingo
fromFast Company
2 months ago
Social media marketing

Duolingo deletes all its TikTok videos after AI backlash-and then returns with a strange message

Mobile UX
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

Duolingo is replacing hearts with energy

Duolingo is shifting from a hearts system to an energy system to promote learning motivation rather than penalize mistakes.
Artificial intelligence
fromMedium
2 months ago

AI-first: did Duolingo make a fatal mistake?

Duolingo is shifting to an 'AI-first' model, impacting how tasks are performed and raising concerns about user experience.
The decision to replace contractors with AI is a significant change for the company.
fromFast Company
2 months ago
Social media marketing

Duolingo deletes all its TikTok videos after AI backlash-and then returns with a strange message

fromEntrepreneur
2 weeks ago

Learn Up to 56 Languages for Just $35 | Entrepreneur

Entrepreneurs favor flexibility over potential profits, with a five-fold preference, according to Embroker. Developing language skills can enhance opportunities for remote work and international expansion.
Online learning
Education
fromThe Local France
3 weeks ago

Are French language exchange holidays worth it?

Full immersion French language exchanges significantly enhance language skills through personalized and structured experiences.
fromBusiness Insider
4 weeks ago

What Babbel's new CEO has learned about leadership from his previous roles

Tim Allen has become CEO of Babbel, prioritizing employee insights and the integration of AI alongside human instructors.
fromuxplanet.org
4 weeks ago

Why Digital Commitment Levels Matter

Many brands neglect user experience, causing frustration and preventing effective learning.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Fewer pupils in less affluent English schools taking languages, survey finds

Ministers must make access to language learning a national priority, after research showed that children from more deprived areas of England are disproportionately denied the opportunity to learn a foreign language.
Education
fromEntrepreneur
1 month ago

Qlango Language App Now $35 | Entrepreneur

Learning multiple languages can significantly help small business owners expand their market reach.
Qlango offers a comprehensive and gamified approach to language learning, making it ideal for busy entrepreneurs.
Paris food
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I'm an American who moved to Paris for love. It took 5 years of hard work to make it really feel like home.

Adjusting to life in Paris required resilience and patience, especially in finding work and community.
fromThe Local France
1 month ago

French Phrase of the day: Mettre la puce a l'oreille

Mettre la puce à l'oreille literally translates to 'to put a flea in someone's ear,' but it means to make someone suspicious or cause them to worry.
Paris food
#french-language
France politics
fromThe Local France
2 months ago

French grammar tips: Should you use 'je suis alle' or 'j'ai ete' or both?

Colloquial French evolves, leading to discrepancies with traditional grammar, notably in phrases like 'je suis chaud' and 'j'ai été'.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

We loved living in Barcelona, but left after a year. The language barrier made it impossible for us to thrive there.

I realized it wasn't built to last. It was hard to fully integrate without being fluent in the local languages.
Barcelona
fromBerlin Startup Jobs
1 month ago

Job Vacancy: (Junior) Finance & Office Manager - part-time // Tandem | Operations & Support Jobs | Berlin Startup Jobs

Tandem fosters a global community of over 30 million language learners, promoting shared connections and cross-cultural conversations which enhance members' language journeys.
Remote teams
fromEntrepreneur
2 months ago

Is This the Most Important Skill Modern Entrepreneurs Need to Master? | Entrepreneur

MosaLingua offers busy professionals an efficient way to learn new languages necessary for business expansion, with short daily lessons and various useful tools.
Online learning
#german-language
#french-cinema
fromEntrepreneur
2 months ago

5 Language Apps That Can Change How You Do Business | Entrepreneur

Multilingual skills are essential for building trust and communicating effectively in business.
London startup
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 months ago

Shop exclusive discounts with on the go items from travel to style, up to 70% off

ABC Secret Sales offers discounts on essential items for travel and daily life, promoting convenience and style.
Typography
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

"It Sounds So Insincere": Non-Americans Are Sharing The Common American Phrases They Can't Stand

New English learners find idioms challenging and often confusing due to their non-literal meanings.
fromEntrepreneur
2 months ago

Successful Entrepreneurs Are Using This New Platform to Improve International Connections | Entrepreneur

Mastering a second or third language can unlock new revenue streams, streamline negotiations, and strengthen relationships with international clients.
Online learning
fromZDNET
3 months ago

New Google Labs experiments help you learn new languages in 'bite-sized' lessons

Google launches 'Little Language Lessons' tools to aid language learning for travelers.
fromFuturism
3 months ago

Duolingo Announces Plans to Replace as Many Human Workers as Possible With AI

They're ambitiously charging ahead with AI, even as concerns about quality and reliance on technology grow, signaling a significant change in their operational model.
Artificial intelligence
Artificial intelligence
fromZDNET
3 months ago

Google's viral AI podcast tool can chat in 50 languages now and it aced my Spanish test

NotebookLM's Audio Overview feature enhances text comprehension by converting it into engaging audio formats, now available in 50 languages.
Growth hacking
fromHarvard Business Review
3 months ago

How Duolingo Aims to Diversify Beyond Language Learning

Language retention after school is low, but engaging methods can enhance learning.
Duolingo aims to make language learning enjoyable and encourage regular practice.
#french-expressions
Online learning
fromHackernoon
3 months ago

Decoding the Magic: How Machines Master Human Language | HackerNoon

Large language models learn language similarly to children: through reading, guidance, and feedback.
fromTiny Buddha
3 months ago

Trusting the Pause: When Patience Is Better Than Pushing - Tiny Buddha

When I run after what I think I want, my days are a furnace of distress and anxiety. If I sit in my own place of patience, what I need flows to me, without pain.
Mental health
fromEntrepreneur
3 months ago

Seal More Deals With Business Language Learning from Babbel | Entrepreneur

Learning a second language as a business professional enhances contract negotiations and communication with international clients, providing a competitive edge in global markets.
European startups
fromThe Good Life France
3 months ago

Stream French Films and TV Shows - The Good Life France

France Channel provides a rich, culturally immersive streaming service for experiencing French films and TV shows with English subtitles.
fromFast Company
3 months ago

This new language app is like Netflix meets Masterclass, but for learning French

"A big part of our vision is to be a window on the language, and the people, and the culture," says CEO Lea Perret, emphasizing the importance of cultural context in language learning.
Online learning
#french-slang
fromTravel + Leisure
4 months ago

Babbel Helped Me Brush Up on Spanish - and You Can Save 79% on a Lifetime Subscription

As a Texas-born Cuban-American, Spanish is deeply rooted in my culture. However, I didn't grow up speaking the language... now's your chance to do so.
Everyday cooking
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

After decades studying Spanish, a chatbot language tutor is helping me lift my game | Spenser Mestel

I started following more Spanish social media accounts and was bombarded with ads for AI chatbots. I was sceptical but it seemed worth a shot.
Exercise
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

The one change that worked: I volunteered in a Paris bar and found a whole new life in France

Language immersion and community engagement can significantly enhance language skills and personal confidence.
#german-grammar
France news
fromThe Local France
4 months ago

French grammar tips: Don't worry, French people mix up gender too

Mastering French noun genders is essential for correct grammar and sentence structure.
A new series offers tips for learners facing challenges with French grammar.
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago

I met my husband while teaching him English. He's still my favorite conversation partner 14 years later.

In 2010, during a dance party, I met a student from my English language program, which led to a blossoming relationship built on open communication.
Relationships
fromThe Local Germany
5 years ago

German word of the day: Alter

Understanding the slang term 'Alter' enriches your German language skills and social interactions, especially among younger speakers.
fromMedium
4 months ago

Type, between two languages

As a Korean-American, I've often felt shame that I couldn't speak Korean better. Learning the language to connect with my roots has been both rewarding and challenging.
Typography
fromMedievalists.net
4 months ago

How Medieval Nobles Learned French - Medievalists.net

The Treatise of Walter of Bibbesworth is a unique medieval text that teaches the French language through practical lessons of daily life, orienting English nobility.
History
fromBuzzFeed
4 months ago

This Woman Is Wondering If She's The A**Hole For Asking Her Husband To Only Speak German At Home

The user seeks to immerse herself in German for exam preparation but faces challenges in communication with her husband.
fromThe Local France
4 months ago

How to plan ahead for retiring to France

Every year thousands of people retire to France hoping to pursue a relaxed lifestyle in a country known for its dedication to l'art de vivre.
France politics
Yoga
fromYoga Journal
5 months ago

The Latest Trend is...Learning Sanskrit?

Learning Sanskrit can enhance cognitive function, increase brain size, and provide mental health benefits.
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