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Jiao Shi - Daily Mandarin Lesson
The Mandarin Chinese word for "classroom" is "jiao shi." This daily Mandarin lesson has audio files for your pronunciation and listening practice.
7 Spanish-Language Resources About Martin Luther King
Resources in Spanish about Martin Luther King.
By the Way, Here's How To Say Just That in Spanish
Learn the Spanish equivalents for "by the way," "incidentally" and "anyway," when used to introduce afterthoughts or unimportant remarks.
French Expressions with Falloir
Learn how to say far from it, that's more than we need, it takes all kinds, and more with this list of expressions with falloir.
10 Types of Spanish Pronouns
Learn how various types of pronouns function in Spanish. Lesson includes examples as well as links to advanced lessons.
What You Need To Know About the Dominican Republic
A brief but informative look at the language, history and culture of the Dominican Republic.
The Young Pessimists, by Heywood Broun (page two)
Rhetorically, "The Young Pessimists" might be regarded as both an extended definition and an argument. Readers might find it rewarding to compare the latter part of Broun's essay with Mark Twain's "Two Ways of Seeing a River."
On a Pleasing Encounter With a Pickpocket, by Louise Imogen Guiney
Though she never achieved fame, Louise Imogen Guiney is admired today for her independent voice and graceful style. Her narrative essay "On a Pleasing Encounter With a Pickpocket," originally published in 1893, transforms a street crime in London into an exhilarating personal triumph.
Today in Francophone History
Learn about important dates in French and francophone history: famous birthdays, holidays and celebrations, and other milestones.
Head Shoulder Knee and Toe
Head Shoulder Knee and Toe is a Mandarin Chinese song to the tune of London Bridge is Falling Down. It is a good way to learn body parts in Mandarin Chinese.
Primaloft Insulation Vs. Thermoloft
Gloves, coats, sleeping bags, sheets – the market for these items contains numerous brands, all of them offering different purported advantages over the competitors. Insulation is one of the primary focuses of these markets, and something manufacturers use to sell their products as better than
Review - Living Language Ultimate Mandarin Chinese
Living Language Ultimate Mandarin Chinese is a textbook / CD package that can reinforce previously learned Mandarin material, but it is not suitable for new students of Mandarin Chinese.
un challenge
Learn about the franglais word challenge: what does it mean? How is it pronounced and used?
International Day of Francophonie
Organized by the American Association of Teachers of French (AATF), International Day of Francophonie is an annual celebration of French language and francophone cultures. AATF organizations, Alliance française branches, and French departments across the country will join in promoting French and eve
Year Of The Ox
The year of the ox occurs every 12 years in the Chinese zodiac. People born in the year of the ox have strong characters and are hard workers.
Why the Firefly (Hotaru) Is Important in Japan?
In some cultures firefly (hotaru) might not have a positive reputation, but they are well liked in Japanese society.