Are Gendered Words like “Mankind” Inherently Sexist?
Relative to some other languages (mostly European ones), English vocabulary isn’t too heavy on gender — for example, unlike Romance languages, there’s no need to make Read More
Author: Michelle No
8 Instagram Accounts To Follow In 2021 If You’re Learning French
New Year’s resolution to finally quit social media didn’t go as planned? Re-work your 2021 goals, keep your Instagram account active, and transform it into Read More
Should Berlin be a Bilingual City?
Berlin is going bilingual. Or, at least it sounds like it is. You can hear it in the streets, in sidewalk conversations, and increasingly, you Read More
Making Space for Europe’s Endangered Languages
On February 21, Mother Language Day promotes linguistic diversity and action against language discrimination. During the Covid-19 pandemic, language equality has become more important than Read More
5 Popular Netflix Shows That’ll Improve Your German
Watching Netflix is a great way to improve your German. Sure, podcasts are good, but they require active listening. TV shows, on the other hand, Read More
How 4 Countries Survive Winter (And What You Can Learn From Them)
With much of the world locked down, cold temperatures seem to have robbed people of their one remaining joy: To be outdoors. Yet some regions Read More
7 German stereotypes we’re tired of hearing
Germany, home of bland food, efficient-but-rude people, and a harsh, guttural language — at least if you listen to outdated, tone-deaf stereotypes. But this is a Read More
“Sie” And “Du”: How To Use Them And Avoid A German Faux Pas
A few years ago, on the eve of a trip from Berlin to Bavaria to meet my boyfriend’s four grandparents, father, father’s wife, and several Read More
What’s a Tandem Partner And How Should I Get One?
When looking for the perfect tandem partner, it’s easy to feel like Goldilocks. When I moved to Berlin seven years ago, finding a tandem partner Read More
Do All Languages Have Inherent Value?
When considering the inherent value of languages, it’s important to think about the numbers: Across the world today, there are 7,117 spoken languages. Of these, Read More