Getting familiar with a new language comes with a lot of benefits. Increased career opportunities, a sharper memory and improved levels of multitasking are all advantages of learning a new language. You may be motivated to begin learning, but, one question lingers in your mind – “how long does it take to learn a language?” […]
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How long will take to learn a new language?
This is a very difficult question to answer because it will depend on your current skillset, and how many hours you’re putting in to practice. It will also depend on the quality of the material you’re using, but we do have generic estimates for you. Let’s say you’re able to practice for 10 hours a […]
Why Google was a game changer for translations
Google really changed the face of translating languages. This is purely because they made it a whole lot easier for people who are browsing the web to translate text from articles, news stories and blogs. The words may not have been perfectly translated back when the tool was initially launched, after all it’s a robot, […]
Learning a new language from your mobile phone
Learning a new language has been made easier than ever, as all you need to do is download the App to your smartphone and you can begin your new language course. Apps such as Duolingo are free to download, so there is no need to worry about tuition costs. As its on your phone, you […]
Funny Expressions From Unique Characters
When glancing at some of the unique characters from other languages they can often look like funny expressions, especially when looking from an English speaking perspective. These are often used on the internet to express lighthearted feelings quickly, here are a few of the best examples. ^ – Caret Symbol A caret is a mark that […]
An Overview Of British Sign Language
Most deaf people who use sign language in the UK use BSL (British Sign Language). BSL combines hand gestures, facial expressions and body language to communicate words, letters and phrases. It’s estimated that around 100,00 people use BSL as their preferred language, making it the most popular sign language used in the UK. BSL became […]