Anyone interested in studying German who has English as a first language comes at the task with some advantages. English is a Germanic language, which means that it has its roots in German, that is, many words found in English were originally German words. German also has many cognates, which are words that sound the
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It’s okay. I understand. We’ve all been there. We’ve all gotten strange looks. If you’re like me, you just smile and go on your way. No, really. It’s okay. Talk to yourself – it’s perfectly normal. Why Talking to Yourself Is Normal and Beneficial How many people talk to themselves every day? Hard to say
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Understanding Japanese Formality Levels People often change their speech based on who they’re talking to. When speaking to an authority figure, polite language is essential. In contrast, when talking among close friends, formality is frequently replaced with more casual, relaxed language. This adaptability is particularly evident in the Japanese language, where formality in Japanese culture
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As the demand for legal representation of non-English speaking clients continues to grow, attorneys are responsible for establishing an understanding for their clients of what they face and what to expect while interacting with the United States legal system. These clients face a frightening and foreign process that can determine matters fundamental to their lives
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People often say, “I’m just too old!” when confronted with the idea of learning a new language. Many people believe that it’s harder to learn a new language as you get older, but there’s no credible evidence to say that’s actually true. Are there strengths and weaknesses to be considered for learners depending on age?
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One of the difficulties of formal writing in English is how to delineate a gender-neutral, third-person singular when making generic statements. In the phrase, “It is particularly important for the researcher to keep ____ results from becoming overly biased,” where the blank needs a pronoun showing possession, the writer has a number of options, none
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The Arabic language, despite being the fifth-largest language on Earth, has a surprisingly low presence on the internet. There are over 237 million native Arabic speakers, yet Arabic internet content represents less than 1% of all web pages. The limited amount of Arabic language on the internet contrasts sharply with its global significance. In the
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Key Points: Introduction Romance languages are an integral part of the world’s linguistic and cultural heritage, tracing their origins back to Vulgar Latin, the language spoken by the common people of the Roman Empire. Understanding where Romance languages originated helps explain their widespread influence across Europe and beyond. The history of Romance languages reflects centuries
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Up until the last few weeks, natural gas developers may have been wise to learn Russian. The second-biggest exporter of natural gas in the world, Russia has been supplying 30 percent of Europe’s gas resources, and that meant looking to Russia when expanding overseas. But the future of natural gas, and the investments, development and
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As demands for legal services for non-English speaking clients continues to grow, language barriers are a common and on-going challenge for paralegals. The world is also witnessing new trends in the globalization of the legal industry – law firms are expanding across borders, working with foreign governments and councils, and working with foreign institutions within
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